things to do in Hilo, HI

Climb volcanic routes beside a waterfall with professional guides

See waterfalls and rainforest from above in an Eco-Star helicopter

Cool off beneath an upper Hanapueo waterfall with stories from your guide

Cook with Hawaiian vanilla, taste savory and sweet dishes, and tour a vanilla vineyard

Target tuna, ono and mahi-mahi on your own private charter

Go beyond the crater views with Hawaiian storytelling and personal portraits

Explore volcano landscapes and Hilo sights at your group’s own pace

Zip 9 lines over Umauma Falls with ocean views and waterfalls

See three private waterfalls on an easy guided walk

Craft a traditional ti leaf lei and explore Hawaiian cultural traditions

Experience Hawaii Island's vibrant marine life on a guided night dive for certified adventurers

Solar viewing by day, stargazing by night on Maunakea from Hilo

Explore Hawaii’s volcanic landscapes and local culture with a private guide

Discover Hawaiian craft chocolate rooted in a family’s dedication to sustainable farming

Explore Botanical World gardens, maze, and rainforest trails at your own pace

Savor a vanilla-infused afternoon tea with sweet and savory courses

Get a close-to-shore view of North Hilo's coastal cliffs

Explore lava landscapes and Hilo's coast with a certified local guide

Explore Hawaiʻi Island’s volcanic landscapes with local cultural insight

Zipline 9 lines at Umauma Falls, then swim and kayak with lunch included

Fly over Kolekole Falls on a seven-line farm adventure

Trace Hawaiian coffee from the fields to the roastery

Snorkel Hilo’s sea turtle lagoons and walk a volcanic black sand beach

See the sun by solar telescope, then stargaze on Mauna Kea in 6 hours