Best 94 things to do in Paauilo, HI

Paddle Hilo Bay myths to a Wailuku River waterfall lagoon

Snorkel a sea turtle lagoon and walk to ʻAkaka Falls in one guided tour

Paddle the calm Wailoa River with a guide to the King Kamehameha Statue

Snorkel Hilo Bay’s reefs with crew guidance and small-group attention

Paddle Hilo’s Wailoa River to the King Kamehameha Statue with a guide

Refresh your SCUBA skills in a 1.5-hour heated indoor pool session

Learn stand-up paddling in calm Reeds Bay with a beginner-friendly instructor

Learn scuba basics in a heated indoor pool in Hilo

Fish calm near-shore waters off Hilo with a private captain and crew

Cruise Hilo Bay at sunset with time to swim and bring your own drinks

Rent a paddleboard in Hilo for 3 hours, a day, or a week

Rent a kayak and paddle around Hilo Town, with life vests and maps included

Rent surfboards and boogie boards in Hilo with daily or weekly options

Manta ray night snorkel with a sunset departure and onboard snacks

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

Choose a 2- or 4-hour private snorkel charter with local guides and provided gear

Private 2-hour sunset cruise for up to 6 guests in Kawaihae

Choose two Kohala Coast dive or snorkel sites based on the day’s conditions

Practice scuba skills with a PADI instructor in a 10-foot pool

Tour the Hamakua Coast with waterfalls, Waipio Valley views, and a BBQ lunch

Cruise the Hilo coast in search of humpback whales (seasonal)

Cruise the Kohala Coast at sunset and spot humpback whales with an expert crew