things to do in Paauilo, HI

Learn how Hawaiian chocolate is grown and made from tree to bar

Pedal through Hawaiian culture and cool off at a private waterfall

Work together to escape Hawaii's lava cave–themed room

Tour a cacao orchard near Hilo and taste 10 single-origin Hawaiian chocolate bars

Private evening cruise with sunset views, champagne, and snacks

Soar over waterfalls and ravines on Hawaii Island

Deep-space views and included night-sky portraits with expert guides

Snorkel Kealakekua Bay and explore sea caves on a 3-hour raft tour

Two reef snorkel stops with lunch along the Kohala Coast

Manta ray night snorkel with a sunset departure and onboard snacks

See Hawaiian reef life through glass-bottom viewing windows

View dolphins from the boat, then explore a guided reef

Descend waterfalls by rope and swim the Umauma River pools

Soar through rainforest scenery on eight ziplines and a suspension bridge

Enjoy a vanilla-inspired lunch plus a Vanilla 101 presentation

Explore cacao varieties and chocolate research in an open-air canopy tasting room

Design your day aboard a fully equipped private boat

Explore private waterfalls and ocean-view trails on Hawaii Island

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

Snorkel 3 South Kona sites, including Kealakekua Bay and Honaunau Bay

Snorkel Kohala Coast reefs with crew support aboard a luxury powerboat

Cruise the Big Island’s west side to spot dolphins, then snorkel with turtles

Meet rescued farm animals and hear their stories on a private sanctuary visit

Learn to cast and try local Big Island fishing methods as a family