Best Water Sports & Activities in Big Island of Hawaii

131 tours ranked by TourTruth score (0–10), based on Viator and GetYourGuide ratings. How scores work

We compared 131 water sports & activities in Big Island of Hawaii using 48,944 reviews on Viator and GetYourGuide. The highest scoring with at least 20 reviews is South Kona Snorkeling Expedition 5 hr (9.4/10). Prices start at $15 and most cost between $109 and $184. A typical one lasts 3 hrs.

Top picks

Best overall

TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10 South Kona Snorkeling Expedition 5 hr

340 reviews · $200 · 5 hrs

Reviewers like: clean facilities, new facilities, helpful guides

Watch for: simple lunch

Most reviewed

TourTruth score 7.8 out of 10 Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel 2 hr 30 min

8,023 reviews · $94

Reviewers like: manta ray sightings, close manta ray, shark sighting

Watch for: crowded boat

Budget pick

1,495 reviews · $75

Reviewers like: manta ray sightings, close manta ray, helpful guides

Watch for: cool water

Compare at a glance

#TourScoreRatings by siteFromDuration
1 South Kona Snorkeling Expedition 5 hr TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (238) · GetYourGuide 5.0★ (102) $200 5 hrs
2 Kealakekua Bay Kayak and Snorkel Adventure 5 hr TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (236) $258 5 hrs
3 Kailua-Kona Snorkel and Sail Adventure 4 hr TourTruth score 9.2 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (721) $189 4 hrs
4 Kona Morning Snorkeling Adventure 4 hr TourTruth score 9.1 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (352) $143 4 hrs
5 Kailua-Kona Sunset Manta Ray Snorkel Tour TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (270) $109 –
6 Kona Coast Morning Snorkel 4.5 hr TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (206) · GetYourGuide 5.0★ (38) $165 4 hrs 30 min
7 Kona Manta Night Dive and Snorkel 3 hr TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (83) $135 3 hrs
8 Kona Private Surf Lesson 2 hr TourTruth score 8.9 out of 10 Viator 5.0★ (97) $250 2 hrs
9 Manta Ray Night Snorkel Adventure 2 hr 30 min TourTruth score 8.8 out of 10 Viator 4.9★ (280) $227 2 hrs 30 min
10 Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkel Tour 3 hr TourTruth score 8.8 out of 10 Viator 4.9★ (428) · GetYourGuide 4.9★ (120) $125 3 hrs

Questions

What is the best water sports & activity in Big Island of Hawaii?

South Kona Snorkeling Expedition 5 hr has the highest TourTruth score (9.4/10) of the 131 water sports & activities in Big Island of Hawaii we compare among those with at least 20 reviews, from 340 reviews.

How much do water sports & activities in Big Island of Hawaii cost?

Listed prices start at $15; the median is $145, and most cost between $109 and $184. Prices are the lowest listed price, usually per person; check the provider for your date.

How long are water sports & activities in Big Island of Hawaii?

The median listed duration is 3 hrs.

Which water sports & activity in Big Island of Hawaii has the most reviews?

Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel 2 hr 30 min, with 8,023 reviews and a TourTruth score of 7.8/10.

Scores compare each tour's ratings with all others on the same booking site and weight them by review count. How scores work · Same tour, different price on Viator and GetYourGuide