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title: Walking & Hiking Tours in Big Island
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Big Island
country: United States
tours: 20
price_from_eur: 100
reviews_total: 15051
as_of: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/walking-tours/
---

# Walking & Hiking 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.

Walking tours in Big Island: 20 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 20 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/private-tour-hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-eco-tour/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Private Tours | €182 per person | 4.98 (333) | 3h–6h | daily 10:00–13:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · en |
| 2 | [Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hilo-shore-excursion-visit-volcano-waterfall-beach-with-lunch/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Waterfall Tours, Shore Excursions | €172 per person | 4.99 (105) | 6h–7h | daily 09:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 3 | [Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/ultimate-big-island-experience-volcano-waterfall-beach-lunch/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Waterfall Tours | €164 per person | 4.97 (153) | 6h–7h | daily 09:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 4 | [Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park-and-hilo-highlights-small-group-tour/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €172 per person | 4.94 (294) | 5h 30m | daily 07:30–11:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 5 | [Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Pantropical Tour (1.5 hrs)](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-cloud-forest-sanctuary-pantropical-tour-1-5-hrs/?format=md) | Nature, Hiking & Wildlife Tours | €100 per person | 4.96 (114) | 1h 30m | daily 12:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 6 | [Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Montane Jungle Tour (2.5 hrs)](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kona-cloud-forest-sanctuary-montane-jungle-tour-2-5-hrs/?format=md) | Nature, Hiking & Wildlife Tours | €136 per person | 4.93 (418) | 2h 30m | daily 09:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 7 | [Big Island: Hakalau Forest Reserve Bird Watching Adventure](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-hakalau-forest-reserve-bird-watching-adventure/?format=md) | Nature, Hiking & Wildlife Tours | €262 per person | 4.98 (51) | 12h | Tue Thu 06:30 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 8 | [Discover Hilo’s Natural Wonders:Volcano,Waterfall,Punalu’u Beach](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/discover-hilo-s-natural-wonders-volcano-waterfall-punalu-u-beach/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Waterfall Tours | €169 per person | 4.98 (44) | 6h–7h | daily 09:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 9 | [Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-in-a-day-volcanoes-waterfalls-sightseeing-and-history/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Waterfall Tours | €251 per person | 4.92 (7173) | 11h | daily 07:00 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 10 | [Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-waterfalls-tour-with-swimming-and-botanical-garden/?format=md) | Waterfall Tours | €253 per person | 4.92 (534) | 10h | daily 07:00 | private · up to 14 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 11 | [Big Island Kohala Zip and Dip Tour from Kona](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-kohala-zip-and-dip-tour-from-kona/?format=md) | Zipline Adventures | €281 per person | 4.93 (132) | 9h | daily exc Sun 08:30 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 12 | [UFO Tour on the Big Island of Hawaii](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/ufo-tour-on-the-big-island-of-hawaii/?format=md) |  | €114 per person | 4.94 (72) | 1h 30m | daily 18:00–19:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 13 | [Big Island: Hidden Craters Hike of Kona](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-hidden-craters-hike-of-kona/?format=md) | Nature, Hiking & Wildlife Tours | €181 per person | 4.92 (171) | 5h | daily 07:30 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 14 | [Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hilo-shore-excursion-active-volcano-lava-tube-waterfall-and-gardens/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Waterfall Tours, Shore Excursions | €172 per person | 4.91 (459) | 5h 30m | daily 07:30–11:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 15 | [Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-kohala-waterfalls-small-group-adventure/?format=md) | Waterfall Tours | €243 per person | 4.88 (363) | 7h | daily exc Sun 07:30–08:30 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 16 | [Hawaii Volcano National Park Shore Excursion](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/hawaii-volcano-national-park-shore-excursion/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours, Shore Excursions | €162 per person | 4.8 (145) | 6h–7h | daily 07:15–09:30 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 17 | [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 |
| 18 | [Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-mauna-kea-summit-and-stars-small-group-adventure-tour/?format=md) | Mauna Kea Summit & Stargazing | €300 per person | 4.85 (1686) | 8h | daily 13:25–14:55 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 19 | [Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/big-island-goat-experience-mauna-kea-summit-sunset-stars/?format=md) | Mauna Kea Summit & Stargazing | €237 per person | 4.8 (1896) | 5h–8h | daily 14:00–16:45 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/de/it +4 |
| 20 | [Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/volcano-adventure-hilo-sightseeing-w-optional-helicopter-tour/?format=md) | Volcanoes National Park Tours | €185 per person | 4.7 (435) | 10h 30m | daily 07:30–08:15 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |

## Why each made the list

- **Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour** — Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on a private tour for your party, with the time devoted to volcanic landscapes. Guiding is included; bookings require at least two guests, and you arrange your own transport and pay park entry separately. 4.98 from 333 reviews at €182 per person for 3h–6h.
- **Hilo Shore Excursion: Visit Volcano, Waterfall, Beach with Lunch** — Link Rainbow Falls and Kīlauea crater with a drive through Liliʻuokalani Gardens on a Hilo shore outing. Lunch in Volcano Village, local fruit samples and fees are included; pickup and drop-off are limited to the Hilo area. 4.99 from 105 reviews at €172 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Ultimate Big Island Experience: Volcano, Waterfall, Beach & Lunch** — Pair Rainbow Falls with Kīlauea crater in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park after a drive through Liliʻuokalani Gardens and Downtown Hilo. Fees, fruit and a meal in Volcano Village are included; pickup and drop off are limited to Hilo. 4.97 from 153 reviews at €164 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour** — Walk Kilauea's crater rim and explore a lava tube in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Park entry, tour transport and chips are included; meet at the Hilo bus terminal, with no pickup from Kona or Waikoloa. 4.94 from 294 reviews at €172 per person for 5h 30m.
- **Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Pantropical Tour (1.5 hrs)** — Explore plants from tropical regions worldwide on a guided walk through Kona's Cloud Forest. The walk covers forest geology and conservation, with bathrooms at the trailhead; bring your own water and rain jacket. 4.96 from 114 reviews at €100 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Montane Jungle Tour (2.5 hrs)** — Walk through a montane cloud forest in Kona to explore its microclimate, native species and rare species from around the world. Fees and taxes are included; the route requires moderate fitness and walking on uneven ground. 4.93 from 418 reviews at €136 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Big Island: Hakalau Forest Reserve Bird Watching Adventure** — Look for birds in Hakalau Forest Reserve's Pua Akala tract, which is not open to the public. Lunch, binoculars, trekking poles and rain gear are included; moderate fitness and the ability to hike uneven, rocky terrain are required. 4.98 from 51 reviews at €262 per person for 12h.
- **Discover Hilo’s Natural Wonders:Volcano,Waterfall,Punalu’u Beach** — Visit Rainbow Falls, Kīlauea and Punalu’u Beach on a route through Hilo and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Lunch and fresh fruit samples are included; pickup and drop off are limited to the Hilo area. 4.98 from 44 reviews at €169 per person for 6h–7h.
- **Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes Waterfalls Sightseeing and History** — Volcanoes National Park, rainforest waterfalls and black-sand beaches share a route from Kailua Kona or Waikoloa. Hotel transfers, lunch, snacks, refreshments and park fees are included; children under five cannot join. 4.92 from 7173 reviews at €251 per person for 11h.
- **Big Island Waterfalls Tour with Swimming and Botanical Garden** — Combine a swim at Kulanipia private waterfalls with walks to Akaka Falls and Rainbow Falls and a visit to Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Hotel transfers in the Kona and Kohala areas, admission and a picnic lunch are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.92 from 534 reviews at €253 per person for 10h.
- **Big Island Kohala Zip and Dip Tour from Kona** — Zipline above the forest in North Kohala, picnic with views of the Kohala Coast and swim beneath a private waterfall. Lunch, zipline gear and central meeting point transfers are included; you must be at least eight and meet weight limits. 4.93 from 132 reviews at €281 per person for 9h.
- **UFO Tour on the Big Island of Hawaii** — Use military night vision goggles to identify satellites, planes and helicopters before scanning for unidentified objects. Water, a chair and a blanket if needed are provided; private transport is not included. 4.94 from 72 reviews at €114 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Big Island: Hidden Craters Hike of Kona** — Walk through native Hawaiian cloud forest, enter a lava tube and reach crater edges above the Kona coastline. Access fees, snacks, walking sticks and rain gear are included; hotel pickup is excluded and the hike crosses uneven, rocky ground. 4.92 from 171 reviews at €181 per person for 5h.
- **Hilo Shore Excursion: Active Volcano, Lava Tube, Waterfall and Gardens** — Visit Kilauea volcano, steam vents and a rainforest lava tube in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Transport from Hilo, guiding and park admission are included; meet at the Hilo bus terminal, with no pickup from Kona or Waikoloa. 4.91 from 459 reviews at €172 per person for 5h 30m.
- **Big Island: Kohala Waterfalls Small Group Adventure** — The Kohala route follows the Kona coastline to a private nature preserve with streams, waterfalls and bridges. Reserve entry, lunch and transport are included; pickup is from central meeting points, and you need your own refillable water bottle. 4.88 from 363 reviews at €243 per person for 7h.
- **Hawaii Volcano National Park Shore Excursion** — Visit Hawaii Volcano National Park and the surf spots north of Hilo, with a drive over old bridges past waterfalls. Park fees and guiding are included; this tour runs in English only and requires a signed release agreement. 4.8 from 145 reviews at €162 per person for 6h–7h.
- **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: Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour** — A Mauna Kea summit visit pairs with a telescope star show and a warm picnic dinner of stew or vegetarian chili. Parkas, gloves, hot cocoa and pickup at central meeting points are included; participants must be at least thirteen. 4.85 from 1686 reviews at €300 per person for 8h.
- **Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars** — Sunset at the Mauna Kea summit leads into telescope stargazing, with a night photo to take home. Transport, jackets, gloves, snacks and a hot drink are included; summit access and telescope viewing depend on the weather. 4.8 from 1896 reviews at €237 per person for 5h–8h.
- **Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour** — Explore Hilo Town and the craters of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, with a helicopter flight available as an option. Lunch, admission fees and pickup at selected Hilo hotels are included; lava sightings are not guaranteed. 4.7 from 435 reviews at €185 per person for 10h 30m.

## 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 walking tours in Big Island are available on Guidekin?**

20 walking tours are available for booking in Big Island on Guidekin. The top-rated is Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour with 4.98/5 from 333 reviews.

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

Prices range from €100 to €300 per person. The most affordable option is Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Pantropical Tour (1.5 hrs) at €100. The premium choice is Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour at €300.

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

Based on 15051 traveler reviews across 20 tours, Private Tour: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Eco Tour leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.98/5 (333 reviews).

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

Duration ranges from 1h 30m to 12h. The shortest is Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Pantropical Tour (1.5 hrs) at 1h 30m. The longest is Big Island: Hakalau Forest Reserve Bird Watching Adventure at 12h.

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

Browse 20 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 walking 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/walking-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/walking-tours/?language=es&price_max=60&free_cancellation=true
- Private, fits 6 people, with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/walking-tours/?tour_type=private&party_size=6&pickup=hotel
- Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/walking-tours/?date=2026-11-22&departure=morning

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

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