Join a narrated journey that combines the people, foods and farms of Hawaii into an experience of diverse culture, extraordinary produce and natural beauty. Step off the beaten track and visit the rural farmlands of Hawaii--Hawaiian style! You will travel to the 1,300-foot elevation point on the slopes of Hualalai Volcano for a chocolate lover’s dream experience. Tour the Original Hawaiia... more info

Climb aboard an Atlantis Submarine! Your adventure begins with a seven-minute boat shuttle ride from the Kailua-Kona pier, along the scenic coastline of historic Kona town. You will arrive at the Atlantis underwater site and transfer to the submarine to begin your undersea adventure. Atlantis Submarines is the most technologically-advanced passenger submarine line in the world. In Kona’s ... more info

Discover all the Big Island’s beauty and volcanic fury on this aerial tour--the deep and immense tropical valleys of the Kohala Mountains with dozens of cascading waterfalls, the rain forest of the Hamakua Coast, and the lava flows of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park—the most geologically active environment in the world. Kilauea has been erupting continuously for 17 years! more info

Explore the scenic Kona Coast and snorkel in the Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve accessed by 24-foot Zodiac ocean rafts in an intimate, small group format. Your captain/naturalist will “talk story” about Hawaii’s history and the beautiful scenery on your 12-mile exploration of the coast. You will seek out pods of dolphins, sea turtles, (whales January through April only,) and o... more info

What could be more thrilling than a sun-drenched day cruising the sparkling blue Pacific Ocean and taking in the sights of the Kona coastline in Hawaii!? Or getting that "big one" to bite as you sport fish in Grander Alley--a strip of ocean area named for the many fish over one thousand pounds that are caught there every year! There are reefs to explore, sea caves, dolphins and the best sportfi... more info

What could be more thrilling than a sun-drenched day cruising the sparkling blue Pacific Ocean and taking in the sights of the Kona coastline in Hawaii!? Or getting that “big one” to bite as you sport fish in Grander Alley--a strip of ocean area named for the many fish over one thousand pounds that are caught there every year! There are reefs to explore, sea caves, dolphins and the ... more info

Drive along the scenic southern coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. You’ll travel through the lush tropical forest to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 4,300 feet above sea level. Here you will view Kilauea Volcano--home of Pele, the legendary Goddess of Fire. You will stop at the Kilauea Visitor Center, ride along the spectacular Crater Rim Drive and visit the Thurston Lava Tube. Here you w... more info

Explore a 8,500-acre working cattle ranch where you’ll meet real paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) who live and work the ranch. Getting to the Ranch is fun! Your journey takes you along the unique Kohala Coast with its recent lava flows and rugged terrain. Kahua Ranch is nestled above Highway 250 (selected by Condé Naste magazine as one of the 10 most scenic drives in America), overlooking ... more info

Explore a 8,500-acre working cattle ranch where you’ll meet real paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) who live and work the ranch. Getting to the Ranch is fun! Your journey takes you along the unique Kohala Coast with its recent lava flows and rugged terrain. Kahua Ranch is nestled above Highway 250 (selected by Condé Naste magazine as one of the 10 most scenic drives in America), overlooking ... more info

Explore a 8,500-acre working cattle ranch where you’ll meet real paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) who live and work the ranch. Getting to the Ranch is fun! Your journey takes you along the unique Kohala Coast with its recent lava flows and rugged terrain. Kahua Ranch is nestled above Highway 250 (selected by Condé Naste magazine as one of the 10 most scenic drives in America), overlooking ... more info

This leisurely walking tour, led by a local resident, takes you on a tour of Kailua Village. Learn of King Kamehameha’s last seat of government; the first Christian church in the Sandwich Islands; royalty artifacts and exhibits at the King Kamehameha Hotel; the first destination resort in West Hawaii; and Kona’s cattle exports. more info

Visit Kona’s Painted Church, known for its dramatic murals, then travel to Pu’uhonua o Honaunau, or “Place of Refuge.” This well maintained National Historic Park was a refuge where absolution would be granted for ancient Hawaiian law-breakers and vanquished warriors if they were fortunate enough to keep ahead of their pursuers. Today, the park features attractive ground... more info

Discover the enchanted underwater world of seahorses at the only seahorse farm in the United States, and one of only five in the world. Pet these exotic sea animals, and delight as they curl their tails around your finger! Learn why Animal Planet has rated the seahorse as the most extreme father--these amazing animals are the only fish species where the males undergo a true pregnancy! Watch as ... more info

A surprisingly short distance from the arid coast is a lush forest on the slopes of the sleeping volcano called Hualalai. At an elevation of 3,000 feet, you will find yourself at a private sanctuary that nurtures plants, birds and the human spirit with its peaceful isolation. At the beautiful lodge-like home of the landowner, a variety of rescued birds (caged as required by law) display their s... more info

Paddle a double-hulled voyaging canoe or sit back and glide across blue Hawaiian waters during this once-in-a-lifetime experience in the company of Hawaiian watermen. Your journey into Hawaii’s past will begin from Kamakahonu, the capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Visit the cool shady hale on the beach overlooking Ahuena Heiau, the only fully restored temple in the Hawaiian Islands. After ... more info

Join the friendly crew of the sailing catamaran, Kamanu, for an uncrowded snorkeling adventure to Pawai Bay. Beginners as well as experts will enjoy multitudes of rainbow-hued fish while looking for endangered sea turtles and elusive manta and eagle rays, coral-encrusted lava archways, ledges and caves. Snorkel equipment is provided (prescription masks are available) plus flotation dev... more info

What’s it like to live in paradise? Find out in the homes of three different Big Island residents and enjoy a delicious “progressive brunch” prepared by Executive Chef Ann Sutherland. Your tour provides the opportunity to experience a behind-the-scenes tour of the Big Island of Hawaii on this exciting and personable tour to three Kama’aina (local-style) residences. Each hom... more info

Every year between December and April, more than 7,000 humpback (Megaptera novaeangliae) whales journey over 3,500 miles to Hawaiian waters, where they congregate to breed, calve and nurse. The clear, pristine Hawaiian waters provide the perfect backdrop for a whale watching adventure you’ll never forget. In addition to sighting humpbacks, you may also see sperm whales, false killer whale... more info