Top Big Island of Hawaii Nature Walks - page 2

Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Oahu to the Big Island of Hawaii for a Volcano Adventure Tour. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, explore Hilo’s charming town, and witness stunning sights like Kilauea Volcano, Steam Vents, and the Thurston Lava Tube. With an expert guide this tour offers a comprehensive experience of Hawaii’s volcanic wonders. Lunch and inter-island flights are included for a smooth, exciting journey.

The Hawaiian night sky is full of activity, including of the unknown variety. On this small-group tour, you’ll be set up with military-grade night-vision goggles to watch the skies, guided by pro UFO-spotters. Learn to spot known objects such as planes and satellites, then keep an eye out for unknown objects in the night sky.

Shaka Guide's driving tour app works like a tour guide in your car! On this tour drive along beautiful green coastlines, through tropical jungle roads, and go star gazing on the tallest mountain in the world. Skip the tour bus & explore Big Island at your own pace for a fraction of the cost with the best self-guided audio GPS tours for Hawaii! Rated the #1 best GPS tour app for Hawaii with over 6,000+ raving reviews and 200,000+ downloads. Why you need it: ✅ You don't need service because you can download the tours & use them offline ✅ Much cheaper than a tour bus at only $19.99 for lifetime access ✅ Save time planning your trip because we have the best stops lined up ✅ Freedom to stop and go as you please, unlike a tour bus where you are confined to the pre-determined route (no fun!) ✅ Hear cool and fun stories along the way *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

Explore the southern half of Hawaii’s Big Island with an app-based, self-guided GPS audio driving tour through lava landscapes, black sand beaches, coffee country, and scenic coastal communities. There’s no in-person guide—your phone leads the way with turn-by-turn navigation, stories, Hawaiian history, and local insight as you drive. Follow turn-by-turn directions to highlights including Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Ka Lae (South Point), Kaʻū coffee country, and optional stops at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Shaka Guide tours are created by real people who know and experience the destinations they guide, bringing the Big Island to life through authentic stories, Hawaiian history, culture, geology, and local insight. Choose the stops that interest you, skip others, and customize the journey around your schedule. Download the Shaka Guide app and tour before you go; once downloaded, the audio and map work offline, and GPS-triggered narration plays automatically as you drive.

Discover why Hawaii's Big Island is famous for volcanoes on this small-group off-road adventure. Hop aboard a 4-wheel-drive vehicle for a thrilling ride up the side of the Hualalai volcano, past giant craters, and through lush rainforest and lunar landscapes while climbing to a height of 6,000 feet (1,828 meters) then explore an incredible lava tube on foot.

Experience the vibrant flavors of fresh Hibiscus Roselle during a guided tour of our farm on the Big Island. Enjoy hibiscus flowers in syrup, preserves, and tea as you explore the farm’s greenhouse and outdoor garden. Learn about the history and benefits of this tropical plant and sample our delicious products, including hibiscus syrup, preserves, and tea. The tour includes firsthand explanations from the owner, a taste of specialty products, and a session of hibiscus tea and unique snacks.

Experience Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with the official philanthropic fundraising partner of the park! Our excursions aren't tours—they're private, guided experiences led by a member of our team of experts, including but not limited to, volcanologists, botanists, wildlife biologists & former park rangers. We meet you in the park & your guide crafts a personalized, flexible journey focused on your group's interests and activity level. Your adventure, lasting 4, 6, or 8 hours, supports vital park projects, turning your experience into a powerful act of conservation. Give back: We are NOT a for-profit tour company. Proceeds of your tour support Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. Guided by professionals: Learn from true experts who are passionate & offer insight. Private and Customizable: After your booking is confirmed we will call you to get your interests and activity level. No transportation provided. Your guide will join you in your vehicle or meet you at the trailhead.

Get the chance to see whales up close on a whale-watching trip off the coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. Keep a look out for migrating pods of humpback whales, which often breach as they build up energy for their northward migration. This narrated tour brings you to some of the best viewing grounds aboard a catamaran. You’re able to hear the whales singing through the provided hydrophones.

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the mesmerizing Big Island North Kohala Coast and indulge in the thrilling Pololu Lookout Tour. With our Polaris Slingshots, you'll experience the ultimate Hawaiian joyride while enjoying completely unobstructed views of the magnificent landscape. Journey through the Town of Hawi, and continue until you reach the awe-inspiring Pololu Valley. Take in the breathtaking panorama, immersing yourself in the natural wonders of the island. Afterward, head back to Hawi and take some time to explore the charming shops or treat yourself to a delectable meal at one of the various restaurants. Embark on the final leg of your adventure via the Highway 250 Mountain Road. Our Polaris Slingshots, besides being fun and easy to drive, offer performance settings that transform them into cornering machines, adding an extra dose of excitement to this beautiful drive.

I will show things that other tour companies won't. I will show you surfers while driving on narrow roads. I will drive over single lane bridges and down single lane roads that have two way traffic. Show you waterfalls and beautiful lush jungle identifying plants along the way. I will walk you in lava fields looking for peacock lava, and take pictures of you inside of a fissure. I offer extra stops along the way. As long as the women are happy the men are happy!!

I will drive past the ice pond, and along Banyan Tree drive looking for turtles, and nene geese. Then I will show you the sign with the local fish in the area, and tell you all about them. From there we will travel over old bridges with views of surf spots, and through lush jungle to the waterfalls, base of the Volcano, and Blacksand Beachs. We will meet the locals, and learn about the culture. There will also be time for shopping, exploring a lava tube, fissure looking for colorful glass.

Step into a living landscape shaped by fire, time, and imagination. Frozen Fire is a guided jungle experience deep in the Hawaiian volcanic rainforest where ancient lava flows, towering ferns, and handcrafted jungle art collide. This is not a typical sightseeing tour—it is a walk through frozen rivers of fire, where molten rock once reshaped the island and now tells its story in stone. As we move through lush jungle paths, you will touch, examine, and learn to recognize different types of lava rock—from jagged aa to smooth pahoehoe—while uncovering how these flows formed, where they came from, and how they continue to influence life, culture, and creativity in Hawaii today. Along the way, discover hidden art installations and sculptures created directly from lava rock, wood, and natural jungle materials—art that blends seamlessly into the environment and reflects the raw power of the land itself.

We will begin our jungle tour by giving our guests up close access to our large scale hand carved tiki collection made from Hawaiian Ohia wood. Our set of tikis is the largest collection of rain forest tikis in Hawaii. We then give guests up close access to our lava rock sculpture collection, including Mount Rastamore. We will next show and explain our tropical garden which features over 300 Hawaiian Hapuu ferns. We will then demonstrate banana cultivation techniques used to harvest our collection of over 150 apple banana trees. Next we will lead our guests into our outdoor art gallery featuring our latest exhibition. Guests will then be given the opportunity to use a hammer and chisel to carve a tiki. They will experience the Okina, an off grid structure made from recycled pallets. We will end up in our Tiki Tea Bar for a sample of refreshing guava green tea. Each guest also receives a free rainforest gift.

Take a moment for Yourself. . . at the beautiful Liliuokalani gardens, pause, reflect and gain personal insight; in this small group immersive experience. Connect with the ancient, majestic banyan trees, whose wisdom and strength will remind you of your own. Through the profound symbolism found in nature along with guided meditation and breathwork, you'll embark on a journey, connecting with your spirit and uncovering the wealth of wisdom within you. Your guide for this journey is a seasoned expert in leading women's circles, empowerment seminars, and firewalking experiences. With extensive experience as a Life Coach, she is deeply skilled at creating and holding safe, sacred spaces. Her presence and guidance will support you in navigating this unique and enriching experience, nurturing your soul and inspiring your journey within. *Private groups can be arranged, please contact to discuss

Experience the Hawaiian beauty of the Kohala Waterfalls on this Kohala Waterfalls adventure tour. Drive along the Kona coastline and explore the areas where lava flows from Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea and the Kohala Mountain. You'll also learn about Hawaii's countryside - a place of old sugar plantations, ancient legends and extraordinary natural beauty. Explore a private nature preserve as your interpretive guide brings you to explore streams, waterfalls and bridges. Soak in the amazing view from a private picnic area overlooking a remote valley. Easy walks, gorgeous countryside views and a chance to cool off in a mountain stream make the Kohala Waterfalls Adventure the ideal private family adventure in Hawaii! Please note, the base price covers up to 6 guests - If your party is less than 6 guests, you still must select the minimum required 6 guests to book.

Experience the Big Island the local way with us. Your unforgettable Hilo adventure includes waterfalls, lush rainforests, black sand beaches, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park admission, lava tubes, steam vents, scenic coastline drives, and authentic Hawaiian culture. Enjoy unlimited cold beverages, local snacks all day, fresh island fruit, and a delicious local Hawaiian lunch. Guests also love your hands-on plumeria pua and lei-making experience, where you’ll create and exchange leis aloha-style while learning Hawaiian traditions. We provide ponchos, umbrellas, flashlights, and true local hospitality so you can relax and enjoy the island with no rushing, small groups, and guides who treat you like ohana from start to finish.

Explore the lush landscapes of Kulaniapia Farms on a guided tour that immerses you in sustainable farming practices. Led by passionate community members, learn about over 30 types of food grown on-site and the unique farm lifestyle that nourishes both residents and guests. Enjoy a 90-minute stroll through the vibrant farm, where you can appreciate the beauty of nature and the efforts behind local food production. Perfect for families and individuals interested in agriculture and sustainability. - Guided farm tour led by knowledgeable community members - Discover over 30 different types of food grown on-site - Ideal for families and those interested in sustainable agriculture - Tour duration is approximately 90 minutes BONUS: When you book a farm tour, you receive a special discount on a daypass at Kulaniapia Falls, allowing you to explore over a mile of trails and 4 waterfalls after your tour, for just $29.

Nakihalani Farm invites you to roam around its crops and discover a different taste of Hawaii. Located in Laupahoehoe on Hawaii’s Big Island, Nakihalani Farm’s guided walking and tasting tour gets you up close with pineapples, sugar cane, avocado, and other citrus fruits. Sip fresh juices and teas straight from the farm, all while enjoying a day under the sun.

What makes our tour unique is the rare opportunity to swim in stunning waterfalls set against the backdrop of a unique climate - a montane tropical cloudforest. The cool, misty climate allows both temperate and tropical plants to thrive side by side, creating a one-of-a-kind botanical experience. You'll explore a landscape where vibrant orchids, majestic palms, and towering conifers grow in harmony. The tour blends natural beauty, adventure, and education, culminating in a refreshing dip in our waterfall—a truly unforgettable Hawaiian experience.

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Big Island on this exclusive day tour. Visit iconic sites like Liliʻuokalani Gardens on Banyan Drive, historic Downtown Hilo, Rainbow Falls, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, and Punaluʻu Beach Park while learning about the island's rich history. Enjoy a locally inspired lunch, fresh fruit snacks, and insightful commentary from experienced guides. This small-group experience ensures personalized attention and ample time at each location, making it perfect for families and groups who want a private tour experience. - Duration: 6 to 7 hours, with convenient pick-up in the Hilo area - Visit Rainbow Falls, lava tubes, and a unique black sand beach - Enjoy a delicious island-inspired lunch with vegan and gluten-free options - Accommodates groups of up to 10 people.

Embark on a grand day of adventure on the Big Island of Hawaii with our Double Valley Tour! Take in the mesmerizing beauty of the Kohala Coast, Pololu Lookout, Kohala Mountain lookout, and Waipio lookout. Immerse yourself in the charm of Honoka'a, a classic Hawaiian town, and explore the Cowboy town of Waimea. Our top-of-the-line Polaris Slingshots provide unobstructed views, making it the ultimate Hawaiian joyride. With its bumping stereo system, waterproof design, and lockable storage, the Slingshot ensures a comfortable and thrilling experience. Cruise along the winding roads, soak in swimming holes, and indulge in local shopping. Our fully integrated navigation system allows you to explore at your own pace, providing eight full hours of adventure. This is the perfect opportunity to capture incredible memories and create lasting experiences.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Oahu's tourist spots for an intimate experience on the North Shore. This private fishing tour in Haleiwa is exclusively for your party. Fishing poles, tackle, and bait are all provided, so all you have to do is throw a line and soak up the views and relaxing atmosphere.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is famous for its ever-flowing lava and the planet’s most massive active volcano. This tour journeys to top natural landmarks in and around the park. Visit Rainbow Falls, Richardson black sand beach, Historic Banyan Drive, Liliuokalani Gardens, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory, Akatsuka Orchid Nursery, and the active volcano of Kilauea. You also get the opportunity to walk through a lava tube.

Discover the gardens, scenic wonders, and tasty treats of Hilo on a half-day group shore excursion. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to see it all, but are short on time. Comfortable transportation takes you from port to the city's most noteworthy natural attractions, including Rainbow Falls, Kilauea Crater and the Steam Vents. Amateur botanists are sure to enjoy visits to the Japanese style Liliuokalani and Atasuka Orchid Gardens.