Big Island Cultural Experiences

Experience the magic of the ocean with Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel Tours, a premier boat tour operator established in 2010. Offering an unforgettable journey from Kailua Kona, Hawaii, our tours provide an exclusive opportunity to encounter wild dolphins, whales, and manta rays. Aboard a thrilling Zodiac Navy SEAL Speed Boat, you can explore vibrant reefs and witness marine life up close. With small group sizes, you’ll enjoy a personalized adventure, perfect for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike. Join us for a unique and memorable marine excursion.

CALL FOR INFORMATION - STOREFRONT NOT OPEN YET Big Island Outdoor Inc., founded in 2022 in Kailua-Kona, is your most trusted resource guide for the Big Island of Hawaii. Our mission is to create a cleaner, safer world through community involvement, conservation, and adventure-driven living. We showcase the best of the island with responsible, respectful practices, offering curated activities, along with honest recommendations. We only partner with the best of the best in each category, and if a company falls short of exceptional guest experiences, we no longer work with them. From beach cleanups and retail merchandise to gear rentals and concierge booking, we help you explore responsibly while embracing adventure, culture, and aloha.

Take advantage of all the fun the Pacific Ocean has waiting for you on an Ocean Encounters expedition! With years of experience boating, snorkeling, fishing and seeking marine creatures in the Kona region, we are proud to offer the best marine wildlife encounters in the area. Our experienced guides and crew love these animals so intently that they know most of what there is to know about them and are excited to share that knowledge with you. Whether you are looking to witness whales, encounter dolphins and manta rays, meet new friends or just get away from it all, Ocean Encounters can help. So shed the stress and worry of everyday life and enjoy a fantastic time. Contact Ocean Encounters today!

If you're looking for something amazing to do in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, look no further! Eka Canoe Adventures specializes in reef and manta ray snorkeling adventures with a cultural touch. One of a few historically accurate Hawaiian double-hulled canoes, Wa'a Kini Kini is your unique gateway to the waters of the Kona coastline. Regarded by the Travel Channel as one of the most thrilling experiences on earth, here you can catch a front-row "swim" as magnificent manta rays dance in the deep. They can weigh more than 1,000 lbs. and span more than 15 feet! Fear not... mantas only filter feed. The manta ray night snorkel experience is not one to miss!

Outdoor dinner & show featuring an abundant Hawaiian buffet & Polynesian dancing beside Kailua Bay.

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Looking for unique things to do in Kona? Experience the Magic of Flight, Without Leaving the Ground at Flight of Aloha in Kailua-Kona! We deliver the breathtaking views of a helicopter tour with the safety and comfort of a world class theater. Soar over volcanoes on our massive curved screen featuring 8K projection, motion seats, wind, and scents. It’s a "gentle thrill" perfect for all ages from keiki to kupuna without the motion sickness of traditional flights. Rain or shine, escape the heat in our fully air-conditioned attraction. Proudly Native Hawaiian-owned, our immersive films honor the history and legends of the islands. Come fly with us!

Hawaii’s Big Island has it all. Active volcanoes, tropical rainforest, perfect beaches, rich Hawaiian history. Your next vacation begins here.

Family owned & operated since 1971, Fair Wind has built a reputation as Hawaii’s premier Kona snorkel tour company on the Big Island. Outstanding service, first-class vessels, pristine snorkel locations, tasty food, and eco-friendly practices have helped Fair Wind become an industry leader. Featuring a modern fleet of vessels and unique Kona snorkel sites, it’s the perfect Hawaii holiday activity everyone can enjoy – regardless of skill level or age. Our family-friendly cruises provide numerous floatation options, water slides, high dives, and even pack-n-plays for infants. For the more adventurous, we offer the rare opportunity to experience the South Kona Coastline and its beautiful underwater topography and sea arches.

Buddha’s Cup is a family-owned Kona coffee farm in Holualoa, Hawaii, crafting award-winning 100% Kona coffee and Hawaiian tea for over 20 years. Grown in rich volcanic soil using sustainable, biodynamic farming, our coffee is smooth, low-acid, and always fresh—grown, roasted, and packaged on-site with no middlemen. Visitors can explore our five unique estate labels, enjoy guided farm tours, ride ATVs through lush fields, and savor curated coffee tastings with farm-to-table pairings. Recognized among the top 10% of attractions worldwide by Tripadvisor, Buddha’s Cup offers an unforgettable Hawaiian experience blending adventure, education, and the true spirit of aloha.

Are you ready for the ocean adventure of a lifetime? KONASTYLE provides Kona's premier snorkel and boat tour service, letting ocean lovers explore the beauty of the coast and its marine life. Join us on the Big Island of Hawai'i today and have some fun with reef snorkel tours, customized private charters, and manta rays.

Microbrewery with informal tours, pizza, live music on Sundays & a lanai with a corrugated tin roof.

The Manta & Snorkel Co. is Kona's most intimate manta ray night snorkel experience — recognized by the Travel Channel as one of the Top 10 Things to Do in Your Lifetime. With just 6 guests per boat and a 3-minute ride from Keauhou Bay, we offer the smallest group size and quickest departure on the Big Island. Our 95%+ manta sighting rate, expert local guides, and premium gear make for a truly unforgettable Hawaii ocean adventure. We also offer private boat charters and daytime snorkeling tours. Family-owned and operated. Book online or call us at 808-427-0665.

Providing bus sightseeing tours and charter transportation for Kona and the island of Kauai since 2001. Contact us for coffee tours, history tours, hop-on hop off shuttle service, airport transfers and charter transport.

Aloha! Here at Manta Ray Dives of Hawaii, we craft unforgettable underwater EcoAdventures along the Kona Coast of the Big Island. Explore vibrant reefs teeming with marine life, or witness the majesty of manta rays on a nighttime snorkel and dive! Scuba enthusiasts can embark on two-tank morning dives, while experienced snorkelers can encounter sharks and other large marine life on our Wildlife EcoAdventure. Looking for a charter for the whole family? Join us for a relaxing day on our Captain Cook & Kealakekua Bay Snorkel EcoAdventure! We also offer customizable private charters for your parties’ enjoyment. Come onboard with our amazing team to create memories for a lifetime! Mahalo Nui Loa!

Aloha V.I.P. Tours is a locally owned, family run company established in 1981. We've chosen the best, most reliable vendors for you, and by booking with us, you receive our decades of experience.

1970s reconstruction of the residence of King Kamehameha I at the the King Kamehameha Hotel.

Experience the evolution of Stand Up Paddling with LightSUP Hawaii! Our NightLight models with expansive viewing windows and internal light port create the most amazing SUP adventure! The miles of coral reef we explore and marine life we admire is the most healthy and abundant in Hawaii. Come experience our one of a kind ocean adventure on The Big Island of Hawaii and experience our world famous LightSUP Hawaii aloha!!

Ocean Eco Tours offers small-group and private ocean adventures along the Kona coast, designed for a relaxed, personalized experience on the water. We specialize in night manta ray snorkels, offshore pelagic marine life safaris, and seasonal humpback whale watching tours. What sets us apart is our laid-back, uncrowded approach and our fun, friendly, and knowledgeable crew who make every trip easy and memorable. With over 30 years of history on the water and new ownership since 2024, we combine decades of experience with a fresh, guest-focused approach. Whether you're seeking an up-close manta ray encounter or a unique offshore adventure, we give you the space, time, and attention to truly enjoy the experience.

At Big Island Backroad Adventures, we specialize in private, all-inclusive guided tours across the Big Island of Hawaii. From Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Kilauea volcano, to stunning waterfalls and lush rainforests, enjoy our fully customized Big Island private tours, made just for your crew. Every tour is personalized to your schedule, pace, and interests, with no strangers, no rigid itineraries, and no compromises. Perfect for families of all ages, our volcano tours, waterfall tours, lava tours, and adventure tours depart from Kona, South Kohala, and Hilo. Cruise ship shore excursions available.

Wasabi Tours Hawaii is a locally owned and operated company that has been providing small group guided tours on the Big Island of Hawaii since 2006. Our tours offer a personal, exciting, and unique experience that exceeds the expectations of our guests. Using years of experience exploring on this stunning and fascinating island, we selected the most scenic sites and best routes for our tours to allow guests not only discover highlights of the island, but also explore off the beaten paths. All of us strive to create lasting memories for our guests that they will cherish for a lifetime. Our multilingual guides who can speak English, Chinese, and Spanish are all park ranger trained with years of experience guiding fully narrated tours.