Top 3 Island Kayak Tours in Big Island

1.Big Island 9-Line Zipline Experience Plus Private Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $348Our pick

Review of Big Island’s Umauma Falls 9-line zipline and private waterfall swim, with practical tips on price, timing, safety, and value.

“This experience really was epic. The guides (Hogg, Avery, and Koda) were fun, funny, and most importantly thorough. The setting is EXACTLY what you expect Hawaii to be - lush, temperate, and beautiful. The experience is accommodating for all shapes, sizes, and skill levels, and ages in our group ranged from roughly 7 to mid-60’s. Now, the reason I couldn’t give this review a perfect rating is because of the “ticket” pushed to me by Viator, which stated our experience began at 10am in two separate places. Our arrival time was actually supposed to be 9:15 am. While there WAS an email that stated this (admittedly my oversight), when you…”

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2.Historic Hilo Bay and Coconut Island Guided Kayak Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $160

Paddle historic Hilo Bay to Coconut Island, hear Hawaiian legends, spot turtles, and enjoy a small-group kayak tour with local snacks.

“This was a great experience! As one might expect in Hilo, it rained. It did not damper our experience. Devon was an excellent guide, attentive to the varying levels of kayaking experience of the group. He made everyone feel welcomed, had a wealth of knowledge of the area and its history, and a great sense of humor. Be prepared to kayak in different weather conditions, this Hilo but it is well worth it. We had a great time!”

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3.Historic Hilo Bay & Coconut Island SUP Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $101Cheapest

Paddle Hilo Bay to Coconut Island with local guides, volcano views, island history, snacks, and a small-group SUP experience.

“Starting with the Pro's of our adventure: Isaiah was a great adventure guide. He was very knowledgeable of Coconut Island and the history behind it. He was patient with us and didnt rush us to get around the island. He stayed close to us tRead more”

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