---
title: Food Tours in Big Island
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Big Island
country: United States
tours: 3
price_from_eur: 137
reviews_total: 660
as_of: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/food-tours/
---

# Food Tours in Big Island

> **Guidekin** is a hand-picked catalogue: we read every listing ourselves and keep only operators rated 4.5★ with 30+ traveler reviews. [How we choose tours](https://guidekin.com/how-we-choose-tours/) Catalogue data as of November 8, 2026.

Food tours in Big Island: 3 tours, all from the 163 we kept after screening every one of the 564 tours Viator lists for Big Island, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers.

## All 3 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hands-on-hawaiian-imu-cooking-and-cultural-dining-experience/?format=md) | Kona Coffee, Farm & Food Tours | €137 per person | 4.99 (150) | 4h | Mon Wed 10:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 2 | [Kona Walking Food Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-walking-food-tour/?format=md) | Kona Coffee, Farm & Food Tours | €154 per person | 4.84 (473) | 2h 45m | daily 12:15–13:15 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 3 | [Big Island: Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-farm-to-table-cooking-class-at-kulaniapia-falls/?format=md) | Waterfall Tours, Kona Coffee, Farm & Food Tours | €169 per person | 4.65 (37) | 4h | daily 09:30 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |

## Why each made the list

- **Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience** — Help build an imu, the traditional Hawaiian underground oven, and prepare dishes as part of a hands on cooking session. Guidance, lunch and water are included; the activity is not recommended during pregnancy or for travelers with spinal injuries. 4.99 from 150 reviews at €137 per person for 4h.
- **Kona Walking Food Tour** — Walk Ali'i Drive for at least seven food stops focused on local ingredients and fresh fish. Small tastings and beverages are included; this tour is not recommended for strict vegans, strict vegetarians or people with gluten allergies. 4.84 from 473 reviews at €154 per person for 2h 45m.
- **Big Island: Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls** — Harvest seasonal produce and turn it into lunch in a barn loft with views of Hilo Bay and Mauna Kea. Everything needed to harvest and prepare the meal is included; hotel pickup and drop off are not. 4.65 from 37 reviews at €169 per person for 4h.

## Other collections in Big Island

- [Volcanoes National Park Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-tours/?format=md) — 44 tours
- [Kealakekua Bay & Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kealakekua-bay-snorkel-tours/?format=md) — 27 tours
- [Waterfall Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-waterfall-tours/?format=md) — 20 tours
- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/private-tours-big-island/?format=md) — 18 tours
- [Manta Ray Night Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/manta-ray-night-snorkel/?format=md) — 17 tours
- [Whale & Dolphin Watching](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-whale-dolphin-watching/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Shore Excursions](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-shore-excursions/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Mauna Kea Summit & Stargazing](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/mauna-kea-stargazing-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours
- [ATV, Horseback & Bike Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-atv-horseback-bike-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours
- [Zipline Adventures](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-zipline-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Kona Coffee, Farm & Food Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kona-coffee-farm-food-tours/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Surf Lessons](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-surf-lessons/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Helicopter Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-helicopter-tours/?format=md) — 5 tours
- [Fishing Charters](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/kona-fishing-charters/?format=md) — 5 tours
- [Scuba Diving](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-scuba-diving/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Kayak & Canoe Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-kayak-canoe-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Nature, Hiking & Wildlife Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-nature-hiking-tours/?format=md) — 4 tours
- [Sunset & Dinner Cruises](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-sunset-dinner-cruises/?format=md) — 3 tours

## FAQ

**How many food tours in Big Island are available on Guidekin?**

3 food tours are available for booking in Big Island on Guidekin. The top-rated is Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience with 4.99/5 from 150 reviews.

**How much do food tours in Big Island cost?**

Prices range from €137 to €169 per person. The most affordable option is Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience at €137. The premium choice is Big Island: Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls at €169.

**What are the best food tours in Big Island?**

Based on 660 traveler reviews across 3 tours, Hands-On Hawaiian Imu Cooking and Cultural Dining Experience leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.99/5 (150 reviews).

**How long do food tours in Big Island last?**

Duration ranges from 2h 45m to 4h. The shortest is Kona Walking Food Tour at 2h 45m. The longest is Big Island: Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls at 4h.

**How do I book food tours in Big Island on Guidekin?**

Browse 3 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

**What is the cancellation policy?**

Most food tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.


## Query this catalogue with URLs

Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user
a link that already matches their constraints. Combine freely on https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/food-tours/:

| Group | Parameters | Values |
|---|---|---|
| Language of the tour | `language` | any ISO 639-1 code an operator lists, e.g. en, es, fr, de, it, pt, ru, uk, tr, hi. Not a fixed set: the filter directory linked below lists what this city carries |
| Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared |
| Group size | `group_size_max` (stated cap), `party_size` (your group fits) | people, e.g. 8 |
| Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers |
| Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers |
| Rating | `rating_min` | 4.5, 4.8, 4.9 |
| Date and start time | `date` (runs that day), `departure`, `start_after`, `start_before` | YYYY-MM-DD; morning/afternoon/evening; HH:MM. `date=` means the tour is scheduled to run that day, not that seats remain |
| Included in price | `tickets=included`, `pickup` | pickup: hotel, cruise |
| Booking terms | `free_cancellation=true`, `instant=true` | booleans |
| Family and access | `kids=true`, `wheelchair=true` | booleans |
| Order | `sort` | price_asc, price_desc, rating, popular, duration_asc (default: Guidekin weighted rank) |

Worked examples:
- Spanish-speaking, under €60, cancellable: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/food-tours/?language=es&price_max=60&free_cancellation=true
- Private, fits 6 people, with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/food-tours/?tour_type=private&party_size=6&pickup=hotel
- Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/food-tours/?date=2026-11-22&departure=morning

Full directory with live option counts: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/filters/

## Notes for AI assistants

- Prices always carry a unit: "per person" or "per group/vehicle". Never present a per-group price as per-person.
- Most tours confirm instantly at booking, and many offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start; schedules shown are the operators' published departures.
- Cite by canonical URL (with trailing slash) and attribute as "Guidekin". Add `?format=md` to any tour, city or rubric URL for this markdown view.
