Spotlight's Big Island Gold Magazine

Big Island Eco Adventures

The experience of a lifetime awaits you amongst some of the world’s most spectacular scenery – Zipping with BIEA II through the unspoiled and breathtaking mountains and gulches of Historic North Kohala. On your personalized guided tour, you will soar high above lush gulches on 8 exhilarating zipline runs crisscrossing tropical ravines. A 200 ft suspension bridge over a beautiful fern grotto summons your courage as you make your way across! At our “Mango Hut” you will enjoy lite locally made snacks and actually zip out of the hut to finish the tour with unparalleled views of the Waianaia Gulch and the Pacific Ocean. Every step of the way, you will learn about Hawaii’s natural and cultural history enriching your experience with BIEA II. Call (808) 889-5111 or visit TheBigIslandZipLine.com.

Botanical World Adventures

Glide through the rain forest. See waterfalls, lush gardens and more on Hawai‘i's only Off-road Rain Forest Segway Adventure Tour. Enjoy up to a full day of Segways, Zip Lines, Gardens and Waterfalls in one location on the scenic Hamakua Coast. Or, take a couple of hours to fly through the canopy on the exciting, safe Zip Isle zip lines — a 7-stage Zip Line tour and thrilling suspension bridge. Segway and Zip Isle adventures are at Botanical World Adventures at World Botanical Gardens, 16 miles north of Hilo. Reservations are recommended. Open daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Toll-Free: 1-888-947-4753; Local: (808) 963-5427; BotanicalWorld.com.

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Kamanu Charters

Kamanu Charters offers whale watching, snorkeling, real sailing, dolphin encounters, manta ray night snorkeling, sunset cocktail sails, and private charters. Kamanu has it all, they have been sailing and snorkeling Pawai Bay for 37 years. And, they do it without the crowds, serving a maximum of 24 guests—usually fewer. The big boats can't offer the feeling of ‘ohana (family) and give the personalized service you get with Kamanu. "Voted #1 Trip to do in Kona." For more information on Kamanu, Kona's Real Sailing Catamaran, go to www.Kamanu.com or call (808) 329-2021.

Sea Quest Rafting Adventures

The rigid-hull inflatable rafts used by Sea Quest carry small groups which allows for more space and personal attention, but, most importantly—BIG FUN! The tour visits the calm, clear waters of Kealakekua Bay, making it a great trip for beginner or pro. The morning adventure includes a second snorkeling stop at Honaunau. Traveling by raft also offers great views of sea caves and lava tubes along the rugged coastline. Sea Quest trips launch from Keauhou Bay because it is closer to snorkeling sites and allows more time for snorkeling and coastline exploration. Snacks, snorkel gear and Rx masks are included. For details, visit www.SeaQuestHawaii.com or call (808) 329-RAFT (7238).