5 ATV Tours on the Big Island, Compared

1.Polynesian Cultural ATV Tour in Kona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 627 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187Our pick

Near Holualoa, this 2.5-hour private tour pairs a guided ATV ride with hands-on stops representing Hawaii, Samoa, Tonga, and Fiji. Guides such as Kai, Wyatt, Kepono, and Pono lead cultural games, stories, fruit tastings, and trail riding. You must be 16 to drive your own ATV, while younger riders use the guide-driven UTV.

“This was a great time. The tour guides were amazing and they create an environment for you to enjoy your vacation. We went here right off the plane and I'm glad we did.”

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2.Big Island Southside ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 405 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $250

Drive a single or double ATV from Naalehu into the Big Island’s rugged south coast with guides such as Anna and Nathan. You’ll visit a lava tube, remote bays, green sand, ancient stone features, and a sea turtle viewing point. Expect three hours of rough riding, strong sun, dust, and ocean views.

“Nathan and Anna were amazing tour guides. Absolutely beautiful views. Worth every penny! If you're on the fence, do it. You won't regret it.”

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3.Big Island ATV Tour at Ohana Ranch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 254 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89Best value

At Ohana Ranch near Mountain View, you’ll ride a guided ATV through pasture, forest, and fruit groves, with stops for fresh guava, coffee, taro, animals, and Hawaiian cultural stories. Guides such as Alana, Maka’ala, Hannah, and Pono help beginners feel at ease. Expect a hands-on farm visit with meaningful riding, not a speed-focused ATV course.

“Our tour guide Robert was phenomenal. The ATVs were big but very manageable. All of us besides 2 where in experienced and we left like pros. The fresh fruit was addicting and the whole tour was sooooooo informative. Just an all around good time.”

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4.Umauma Falls Deluxe ATV Waterfall and Swim Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

You’ll learn to drive a Honda ATV or UTV on a practice track, then follow guides such as Chloe, Kiana, or Landon across Hamakua ranch land. Expect Pacific and Mauna Kea views, dusty or muddy trails, snacks, and a refreshing swim near Umauma Falls. Bring a towel and face covering.

“Fun experience! The trail was super fun and expect to get dirty so bring a towel! The snacks were a surprise and thr waterfalls were fun. Relaxing experience overall”

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5.Big Island ATV Tour at Ohana Ranch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12 reviews · 2 hours · from $99

At Ohana Ranch near Hilo, you ride your own ATV through farm trails, open fields, and tropical crops with guides such as Alana and Kanoe. Expect a safety briefing, fruit picking, farm animals, and lessons about taro, ti, coffee, guava, Hawaiian cattle, and caring for the ʻāina. The two-hour ride is made for beginners and riders age 16 and older.

“This activity was amazing. We learned a lot about sustainability and Hawaiian culture. It was a great time and I highly recommend to anyone considering.”

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