Things to do in Kawaihae

Explore two sites chosen daily for calm seas and clear water with relaxed, valet-style guidance

Swim alongside gentle manta rays under the Hawaiian night sky

Spot spinner dolphins and swim with sea turtles on a small-group Big Island boat tour

Paddle a Hawaiian canoe to Turtle Alley then snorkel with colorful reef fish

Discover marine life as you paddle calm morning waters with certified lifeguard guides

Paddle a traditional canoe to a black sand beach with a lifeguard-certified steersman

Discover Kilauea’s craters and lava fields by guided e-bike, covering more of the park with less effort

Ride the Hamakua Coast to Waipio Valley lookout with a local guide and quality bikes

Ride singletrack to Mauna Kea views on historic ranch land

Fly across eight ziplines and sky bridges with certified guides in a private Hawaiian forest reserve

Soar across the forest canopy and swim beneath a private waterfall on a full-day North Kohala adventure

Explore Hawaii cacao on a guided farm tour with award-winning chocolate tasting

Explore Kona's unique cloud forest with an expert guide and immerse yourself in vibrant tropical flora and bird songs.

Immerse yourself in healing crystal bowl vibrations amid a serene cloud forest

Explore the only U.S. cloud forest on a guided 1.5-hour walk rich in biodiversity and insights

Connect mind and body in a gentle flow surrounded by lush forest

Explore Hawaiʻi Island’s only deep ocean salt farm and taste handcrafted Kona salts.

Soothe tired feet and boost circulation with a rejuvenating 20-minute cold ocean water soak

Explore a sustainable abalone farm on a 1-hour guided tour with a tasting

See Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, a cacao farm, and Rainbow Falls with certified guides in a full-day adventure

Access exclusive trails and swim beneath waterfalls on an easy, guided North Kohala hike

Enjoy a picnic dinner, sunset views, and guided stargazing with telescopes on Maunakea

Explore Hualalai's private volcanic sites and an intact lava tube with exclusive access

Catch sunset from the Mauna Kea summit, then stargaze with a guided telescope

Visit Volcanoes National Park and a black sand beach, then cap the day with stargazing

Swim at a private waterfall and explore tropical gardens on a full-day Big Island tour

See waterfalls, Volcanoes National Park, a coffee farm, and a black-sand beach on a full-day guided loop

Explore sacred parks, taste Kona coffee and local honey, and enjoy a picnic lunch on a full-day tour

See Big Island waterfalls, volcanoes, and stars over two days with expert guides

See volcanoes, waterfalls, and black sand beaches with meals and park fees included

Snorkel Kealakekua Bay's vibrant reefs with a naturalist captain and enjoy lunch on a 4-hour trip

Discover Kona’s clear waters and abundant marine life on a guided 2-tank dive

Experience Kona reefs by day, then meet manta rays on a 4-hour snorkel or certified dive.

Watch graceful manta rays feed under lights on a guided evening snorkel or dive

Discover vibrant reefs and marine life on a small-group guided snorkel adventure with snacks and gear included

Swim alongside gentle manta rays after dark for an unforgettable Kona marine encounter.

Discover Kona’s vibrant lava-formed reefs on two guided morning dives

Explore Kona's vibrant reef at dusk and encounter majestic manta rays after dark on one unforgettable dive charter

Sail a spacious catamaran to top reefs, then refuel with lunch and drinks included

Unwind on a 1.5-hour coastal sunset sail with a full bar and light bites