Best 61 things to do in Papaikou, HI

Dive Hilo’s east-side reefs on a small-group, 1-tank boat trip

Sightseeing cruise with waterfalls, sea cliffs, and Hilo history

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

Create a custom Hilo ocean outing for diving, wildlife viewing, celebrations, or coastal exploration

Fly across seven thrilling lines, including a 450-foot ravine, while guides share Hawaii’s nature and culture.

Explore three secluded waterfalls on a small-group hike across 300 acres of private Hawaiian landscape

Explore exclusive private waterfalls on an easy guided hike across lush Hawaiian landscapes.

Zipline over Kolekole waterfall on a 7-line course

Zip through the Hamakua Coast rainforest on 8 ziplines and a suspension bridge

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

Zip 9 lines over Umauma Falls with ocean views and waterfalls

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