Big Island of Hawaii

15 Best Big Island Hiking Tours

The guided hikes: young lava, cloud forest and crater rims, sometimes all three before dinner. The island holds most of the world’s climate zones; the trails prove it.

1.Hidden Craters Hike of Kona

Explore Hawaii’s Big Island with a 5-hour guided hike up Hualalai Volcano, featuring stunning craters, lava tubes, and expert guides for an authentic experience.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Tour guide Mel was knowledgeable and helpful. I would warn participants that you do need to be in decent hiking shape for this, and ideally wear hiking boots. Tennis shoes don’t have enough traction. If you’re not from elevation, consider training a bit.”

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4.Klauea Hike and Lava Gazing with Native Hawaiian

Discover Hawaii's volcanic beauty with a native Hawaiian guide—hike Kilauea, learn Hawaiian culture, and witness lava gazing in a memorable, authentic tour.

★ 5.0

“5 stars for sure! Christian is a gifted storyteller and a wealth of information on all things Hawaii. He is a native Hawaiian and his passion for sharing his culture and heritage was truly inspiring. I would make the big island a part of my…”

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5.Mauna Kea: Sunset and Star Rise Hike with Native Hawaiian

Experience a guided sunset and star rise hike on Mauna Kea with a Native Hawaiian guide, exploring endemic plants, celestial navigation, and breathtaking views.

★ 5.0

“Where do I begin? What an incredible journey through time and space! I enjoyed every story and adventure with Christian. He did an excellent job weaving in Hawaiian history with ancient lore and modern culture. I left a lot more knowledgeable than I came which…”

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6.Big Island: Off the Beaten Path Volcano Crater Hike

Explore Hawaii's volcanic landscape with an exclusive off-the-beaten-path hike on Hualalai, including crater views, native forests, and lava tubes—an adventure for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“First time, excellent for beginners! Just pay attn to the requirements and wear good hiking apparel. Tour guides are excellent in treating us with educational stories of the area and care!”

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7.Volcanoes National Park: Guided, Small-Group Hike

Discover Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on a private, guided 8-mile hike. Enjoy stunning views, expert insights, and delicious meals for an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“This was the highlight of my trip! We hiked down into 2 calderas. While we were there, Kaluapele had an active lava flow. Exciting! The lava tube was very cool, the lava flow was very cool, lunch was at an amazing lookout, and the forest…”

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8.Elite Volcano Hike From Kona/Kohala Resorts

Discover the Big Island's volcanic wonders on this full-day guided tour, including lava hikes, caves, and national park highlights—all with convenient resort pickup.

“Adam our tour guide took us to great spots. His narrative was both informative and humorous. Hiking through a volcano crater floor is definitely the highlight of the evening. We highly recommend this trip. The viator description doesn't do it justice. We did so much…”

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10.Hilo: Elite Volcano Hike

Discover Hawaii's volcanic wonders with this 8.5-hour guided tour, exploring Kilauea's caldera, 2018 eruption sites, and stunning coastal landscapes.

★ 4.8

“The volcano tour was awesome and the tour guide Ray was just brilliant. His explanations and his dynamic were great, he had a wonderful sense of humour and he perfectly interacted with the group. We liked this tour a lot - because of the volcano…”

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11.Hilo: Waterfall Hike and Swim with Native Hawaiian

Join a guided waterfall hike in Hilo for swimming, cultural stories, and stunning scenery. Perfect for active travelers seeking authentic Hawaii experiences.

“Christian was amazing - best guide ever. His enthusiasm and passion for Hawai’i is apparent and comes authentically across when he’s speaking. Not only did we see beautiful waterfalls and swim in spots only locals like Christian would know about, we also learned so much…”

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12.Private Electric Bike Tour with Lava Hike in Phoa

Discover the Big Island’s volcanic landscapes on a private e-bike and lava hike tour, led by a knowledgeable guide. Perfect for active explorers interested in Hawaii’s eruptions.

★ 5.0

“Local perspective of the lava flow, knowledgeable tour guide, little emphasis on the e-bike ride part, but made it easy to get to the area. Very personable experience. Super fun time.”

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13.Big Island: Native Bird Watching & Hiking Tour

Discover native Hawaiian birds and lush forests on this full-day guided tour with expert guides, comfortable transport, and a focus on conservation.

★ 5.0

“I researched guided tours for birding. This one is amazing! Our tour guide, Garry, was so knowledgeable! We not only saw many birds (12 lifers for me) but learned about the history of the island of Hawaii and the ongoing conservation efforts being carried out.…”

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14.Big Island Waterfall Swim and Hike with Hilo Cruise Ship Pickup

Experience a private waterfall hike on Hawaii's Big Island with expert guides, stunning views, and access to secluded waterfalls, ideal for all ages.

★ 4.5

“Abby was an exceptional guide. Very knowledgeable about the indigenous plant life and history of the island. The waterfalls are breathtaking love the whole experience.”

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15.Hilo: Kilauea Fissure 8 Hiking, Volcanoes and Waterfalls

Discover Hawaii’s volcanic power with this guided tour featuring Kilauea’s Fissure 8, waterfalls, and historic Hilo, all in a full-day, immersive experience.

★ 4.7

“Not 5 stars cos unfortunately the fissure 8 was unavailable due to roads being blocked by construction. However we received a partial refund and we visited a beautiful waterfall instead. The tour guide -Steve was wonderful. Very interesting with local insight .”

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