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Hawaii is renowned for its coffee and chocolate, and this tour takes you behind the scenes of a traditional plantation. Learn how coffee is grown and produced, discover the chocolate-making journey from bean to bar, and have a chance to sample both delicacies. At the end of the tour, spend as much time as you like in the gift shop, where you can purchase homemade soaps and other products.

Discover the dark side of Kailua-Kona as you explore the town by night. With this guided walking tour, explore the haunted houses and spooky sites along Ali'i Drive, visit little-known landmarks such as Hulihe'e Palace and Mokuaikaua Church, and hear stories about Hawaiian kings, gods, and luakini heiau (sacrificial temples).

Explore the natural wonders, historic sites, and popular attractions of Hawaii's Big Island with this downable self-drive app. Enjoy the flexibility of a self-guided tour, without the hassle of navigating or planning your route, with a live GPS map route and audio commentary. This adventure bundle includes five epic tour routes, covering all corners of the island and including the Volcanoes National Park, the Kohala Coast, the Kona Coast, and the Waipio Valley.

Delve into Hawaii’s history and prepare to get wet on this full-day waterfall adventure tour of the Big Island’s Kohala coast. Begin with a drive up the Kona coastline past lava flows, and take in sweeping views along the way. Admire the several Kohala waterfalls and cool off with a dip under the final cascade, a picnic lunch is included.

Hilo isn’t only known for its colorful murals and Wailuku River State Park—this vibrant town also has a reputation for ghostly goings-on. Discover the dark side of Hilo on this 2-hour evening walking tour, and learn about the city’s haunted history, annual Merrie Monarch Festival, and Hawaiian deities. Along the way, stop at sites including the Pacific Tsunami Museum, Kalakaua Park, and the Naha Stone.

The Hawaiian town of Hilo is known for its lively markets and nearby national parks, but this tour unveils a whole other side to the city. Discover Hilo's dark side as you visit spooky sites, investigate paranormal activities, and hear stories of haunted hotels and mysterious happenings. Along the way, visit the Happiness Gardens, Queen Liliuokalani Gardens, and Coconut Island, and have a chance to try out paranormal detection equipment.

Immerse yourself in Hawaii’s most popular historic destination with this private excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center with complimentary tickets and a friendly, knowledgeable guide. Learn about the events of December 7, 1941, then head to the USS Arizona Memorial, the once-sunken battleship that became the final resting place for more than 1,000 sailors who were killed in the attack.

Discover the natural wonders, historic sites, and sugar plantations of the Hamakua Coast in the northeast of the Big Island. With this private tour, set out on a scenic road trip, and make multiple stops to see the sights and admire the views. Stroll the black sand beaches of the Waipi'o Valley, hike up to a waterfall in Akaka Falls State Park, and visit Rainbow Falls, Coconut Island, and Laupahoehoe.

Step into the shadowy past of Hilo, Hawaii, with our captivating "Hilo Town Haunts" Ghost Walk. We invite you to join us for an eerie adventure that will send shivers down your spine. As the sun dips below the horizon, we will transport you to a world where restless spirits and chilling tales come to life. Each location on our "Hilo Town Haunts" Ghost Tour holds a piece of Hilo's enigmatic past, where the veil between the living and the departed is at its thinnest. Our expert guides are passionate storytellers who will weave the history, mystery, and paranormal tales of each location into a spine-tingling narrative. Whether you are a seasoned ghost hunter or simply curious about the darker side of Hilo, this tour is sure to leave you with a newfound appreciation for the town's enigmatic past. When you book with Big Island Ghost Tours you can expect to learn about Hawaiian's haunted heritage and to hear tales of Hilo's unique paranormal activity.

When the high priestess Kuiapoiwa II became pregnant she had a strange craving. Unlike the mothers of today, she didn't desire pickles and ice cream, but instead hungered for the eyes of sharks. The ruling chief Alapainui of the Big Island gathered kahunas, priests of traditional Hawaiian religion, to explain what this meant. They prophesied that the child would be as ravenous as a shark on land. Alapainui sought to destroy the baby at birth, but the chlild was ultimately rescued by family friends. The child would grow up to become King Kamehameha, the conquerer who defeated all the island chiefs and united Hawaii under his rule. This is just one of many curious tales from Kailua-Kona, a stunningly beautiful town, still overflowing with spirits and supernatural creatures from its mystical past. Beneath the surface of black lava rock are ancient forces that manifest in the most surprising ways. Discover Hawaii's haunted heritage and hear accounts of Kona's unique paranormal activity.