Hilo HI Tours

Explore the best of Hilo with an array of exciting tours. Witness awe-inspiring manta rays by night, go whale watching, learn about the cosmos at ʻImiloa Astronomy Center and experience the excitement of a lava ocean tour at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.

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HORSEBACK RIDING AN IMPORTANT PART OF BIG ISLAND LIFE

Discover Paniolo, the Hawaiian cowboy ways, on a horseback riding adventure. Spend a morning or afternoon taking part in a scenic tour; explore upcountry pastures at Kahua Ranch, the beauty of Waipi’o Valley or the historic trail to Kealakekua Bay.

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WHALE WATCHING A MAGICAL EXPERIENCE FROM NOVEMBER TO MAY

Witness the incredible annual journey of 10,000 whales as they travel roughly 3,000 miles from Alaska to breed in the warm waters of the Big Island. From shore or by boat, you can see and even hear these majestic creatures.

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MANTA RAY DIVING MOONLIGHT TOURS

One of the largest fish in the ocean, with wingspans as large as 20 feet, manta rays are often found in areas with plankton. Nighttime boat tours near Kailua-Kona offer a chance to see these mysterious and beautiful creatures up close.

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‘IMILOA ASTRONOMY CENTER EXPERIENCE THE WONDERS OF THE COSMOS

The ʻImiloa Astronomy Center is located above the University of Hawaiʻi, Hilo, and offers a blend of traditional history and modern technology. It includes a planetarium and exhibition space with over 100 displays in both English and Hawaiian. Visitors can immerse themselves in the world of astronomy.

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EVENING VOLCANO EXPLORER HILO A MUST FOR VOLCANO LOVERS

Led by a National Park Service certified guide, this exciting adventure will have you exploring lava tubes and waterfalls in the evening. It includes a visit to the iconic Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.

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LAVA OCEAN TOUR BIG VOLCANIC ADVENTURES

Small groups looking for a big adventure will be treated to panoramic views of Hawaii Volcanoes, dramatic views of volcanic activity, lush tropical rainforests, waterfalls and exotic black sand beaches. Guests of the Naniloa Hotel have direct boarding access to the tours from our ocean pier. Contact Kapohokine Adventures for more information.