- TripBuzz found 56 things to do with kids in or near Hilo, Hawaii, including 30 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pahoa, Hakalau, Volcano and Honomu.
- From Richardson Beach Park to Panaewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens, the Hilo area offers 45 different types of family activities, including: Observatories & Planetariums, Beaches, Hiking Trails and Natural History Museums.
- Overlooking Hilo Bay, Hilo, Hawaii is the largest settlement in the county. Known for its breathtaking beaches and it's surrounding volcanoes, Hilo is largely residential with a flourishing tourist population. The city hosts the annual weeklong Merrie Monarch Festival and is home to the famous Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corporation.
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10.2 Miles
95%
38 votes
Between Hilo and Volcano off HWY 11, Kurtistown, HI
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Hawaii's longest cave system - and possibly the longest in the entire world - is called the Kilauea Caverns of Fire. The Caverns are a series of lava tubes that descend and twist down far beneath the surface. All entrants must wear a hard hat.
10.7 Miles
A county park, Kolekole Beah Park is a small, pastoral space with an extensive grassy area, covered pavilions, and picnic areas with tables and barbecue grills. The park is an under-the-bridge park, and features a small waterfall.
10.8 Miles
One of Hawaii's most photogenic beachers, Hakalau Beach is a favorite of photographers, landscape painters, hikers, ATV riders and other outdoor enthusiasts. The powerful surf prevents safe swimming, snorkeling and diving.
11.7 Miles
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16-1340 39th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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Chartered tour provider Marylou's Big Island Guided Tours - Private Tours is a tourism firm that caters to small groups. Each tour is unique and molded to suit the preferences of the client. There are no 'stock tours.' Call the company for more information and to make reservations.
11.8 Miles
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31-240 Old Mamalahoa Highway, Hakalau, HI 96710
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Hakalau's Botanical World Adventures is a botanical garden that offers a wide variety of activities and entertainments. Visitors can walk garden mazes, ride zip lines, and take segway tours of the gardens.
12.3 Miles
Located in Honomu, Hawaii, the Umauma Falls are a series of cascading waterfalls located in a dense tropical forest. They are a popular destination for zipline tours and hiking expeditions.
12.4 Miles
Headquartered on the Big Island of Hawaii, Zip Isle Zip Line is a full-service zipline tour provider with an impeccable safety record. The tour fee includes admission to the World Botanical Gardens & Waterfalls, a park in which Zip Isle operates.
12.6 Miles
31-313 Old Mamalahoa Hwy., Hakalau, HI 96710
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Hakalau, Hawaii is home to The Umauma Experience, a zipline course for kids and adults. The company offers zipline tours, kayaking, waterfall swimming and other high-octane activities for visitors craving an adrenaline rush.
18.2 Miles
Ocean Lava & Fishing Tours are an ideal way to see lava while learning about the local ecosystem from experienced and knowledgeable guides. From the safety of a boat, visitors can see the lava as it flows into the ocean.
18.4 Miles
One of the most unique tour experiences in Hawaii is the Big Island Lava Boat Tour. Visitors embark on a three-hour tour of the shore of Pohoiki Beach to explore hot, flowing lava where it meets the sea.