Free & Cheap Things to Do in Waimea, HI

  • The list below includes 56 free or cheap things to do in or near Waimea, Hawaii, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Canyon, Parks and Beaches.
  • From Koke'e Mountains to Spencer Beach Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waimea and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Waikoloa, Kapaau, Honokaa and Kawaihae.
  • The list below includes 56 free or cheap things to do in or near Waimea, Hawaii, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Canyon, Parks and Beaches.
  • From Koke'e Mountains to Spencer Beach Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waimea and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Waikoloa, Kapaau, Honokaa and Kawaihae.
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17.3 Miles
98% 81 votes
Scenic Drives Hawi Road, Hawi, HI MoreLess Info
Unwinding through the heart of Hawaiian ranching land, the Kohola Mountain Road gives visitors and residents an incredible view of the lush, natural beauty that pervades Hawaii. Its ironwood forests are particularly notable. When driving north on Hawaii Island, enjoy a leisurely stretch of this gorgeous route.
17.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Beaches Mile Marker 76, Highway 19, Waikoloa, HI 96738 MoreLess Info
Anaeho'omalu Beach features a long white-sand surface, tide pools, fishponds, a large grove of coconut palms and an offshore reef. Visitors can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing, scuba diving, surfing and net-fishing.
18.1 Miles
98% 336 votes
Ziplines 53-496 Iole Rd., Kapaau, HI 96755 MoreLess Info
Clients of Big Island Eco Adventures II Zipline Canopy Tour get a thrilling adrenaline rush while gliding between the treetops of the Big Island. Safety gear and zipline instruction are included in the tour price.
18.6 Miles
94% 180 votes
Mountains HI MoreLess Info
Mauna Kea is a Hawaiian island that provides visitors with the chance to go both hiking and skiing. The location is known to have clear skies suitable for guests interested in astronomy.
19.0 Miles
95% 2442 votes
Natural Landmarks Kailua-Kona, HI MoreLess Info
With a height of 13,796 feet, the Mauna Kea Summit offers a scenic view of the surroundings. In here is also found the largest observatory for optical, infrared, and submilimeter astronomy center.
20.7 Miles
90% 10 votes
Hiking Trails Upolu Point, Kailua, HI MoreLess Info
The Ala Kahakai National Historic Trial has a network of trails that span 175 miles. The trail cuts through hundreds of primitive Hawaiian settlement sites and over 200 mountain views overlooking the sea!
25.1 Miles
91% 294 votes
Kayaking 78-1728 Kaleiopapa Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI MoreLess Info
Ocean Safaris Kayak Adventures is a kayak rental company that also has paddle board rentals, whale watching tours, and sea cave explorations. Types of wildlife that can be seen on the tours include eels, sea turtles, tropical fish, and dolphins.
25.4 Miles
89% 1043 votes
Visitor Centers Mauna Kea Access Road, Hilo, HI MoreLess Info
Located midway to the summit at Mauna Kea, the Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station is the acclimatization point for those continuing to the summit, and houses interpretive information and public telescopes. Free nightly stargazing programs provide guided opportunities for star-gazing in a location notable for…
26.2 Miles
96% 761 votes
Beaches Hwy. 19, dirt road N. of mile marker 88, Kailua-Kona, HI MoreLess Info
Part of Kekai State Park, Manini-owali Beach at Kua Bay is an unsupervised, white sand and lava rock beach with opportunities for swimming and snorkelling, and picnic areas. A hiking trail links to the nearby Kikaua Beach.
27.8 Miles
88% 621 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Natural Energy Lab, Kailua-Kona, HI MoreLess Info
A family-operated marine farm operation, Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm captively breeds 15 species of seahorses for sale as pets, and seeks to raise awareness about the endangerment of the seahorse in its natural habitat. Visitors can tour the facility, including an interactive tide pool and fish feeding station.
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