The Hawaii Big Island Adventure is an unforgettable week spent exploring the largest—and most diverse—of the Hawaiian Islands. Over seven days, you’ll experience the island from coast to coast, including Hapuna Beach, consistently ranked as one of the top beaches in the world, and Akaka Falls, home to one of the tallest waterfalls in Hawaii.
This trip moves at a relaxed pace, giving you plenty of time to soak up the sun, swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters, explore lava tubes, wander through lush cloud rainforests, and hike among dense tropical jungles. Every day brings a completely different landscape, and no two experiences feel the same.
It’s Hawaii—the most isolated island chain on Earth—and the Big Island might just be the most incredible of them all. This could very well be the most epic week of your life.
7 Days of Beaches, Volcanoes & Tropical Adventure
⛺ 5 nights camping
🏨 1 hotel night
This week is all about experiencing the Big Island from every angle. Highlights include time in Kona, endless swimming and snorkeling, and unforgettable beach camping under the stars. We’ll explore Ka Lae (South Point), hike out to the iconic Green Sand Beach, and visit Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach—a true Big Island classic. The adventure continues with stops at a local coffee and fruit farm, time inside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, jungle hikes through lush rainforests, and exploring lava tubes carved by ancient flows. We’ll spend time in Hilo, chase waterfalls, and wrap things up with more beach time at Hapuna Beach, one of the best beaches in the world.
All you need to bring is a sleeping bag and pillow for the camping nights—we’ll take care of the rest.
Kona • Swimming & snorkeling • Beach camping • Ka Lae (South Point) • Green Sand Beach • Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach • Local coffee & fruit farm • Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park • Jungle hikes & lava tubes • Hilo town • Waterfalls • Scenic hiking • Hapuna Beach
(And honestly… so much more—you’ll just have to read the itinerary 🙂)
Travel in one of our APA tour vans, complete with an enclosed cargo trailer for all trip gear—and plenty of space for your luggage. No need to pack light or stress about fitting everything in
15 group meals included
(5 breakfasts • 5 lunches • 5 dinners)
Plan on an additional $50–$75 for meals not included during the week.
All essential camping and adventure gear is included—tents, sleeping pads, coolers, stoves, food boxes, and more.
You only need to bring your own sleeping bag for the camping nights.
6 nights total
• 5 nights camping
• 1 night in a hostel
A relaxed mix of unique camping spots to match the island vibe and comfort of a hostel to finish the week off in style.
1 APA Adventure Guide / driver per group, there to handle the logistics, lead the adventure, and keep the vibes high all week long
Most travelers are au pairs, so you can expect like-minded people with shared experiences and instant group chemistry. We connect you with your fellow travelers before the trip begins, so you’re never arriving as strangers.
Not an au pair? No problem. As long as you’re 18–29 years old, you’re welcome to join.
Go ahead—challenge this one. Let’s see which group can rack up the most during one unforgettable week in 2026.
| Departure Date - Price | Available Seats |
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| September 22nd - $948 | Sold Out! | |
| June 1st - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| June 15th - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| July 6th - $928 | 1 Seat Left! | |
| July 27th - $928 | 6-7 Signed up! | |
| August 3rd - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| August 10th - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| August 24th - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| August 31st - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| November 9th - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| November 16th - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| December 7th - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| December 14th - $928 | Seats Available! | |
| more 2026 DATES posted soon | CHECK BACK SOON |
When you submit a booking request, you lock in the current price with no obligation. You’ll receive all the detailed trip information before making any final decision, so you can be sure the adventure is the right fit for you.
We reward early planners, which means prices may increase closer to departure—but once you request a spot, the price you see today is the price you keep.
Please note that availability on our website is updated manually. Because we hold seats temporarily and free of charge while travelers review trip details, check flights, and decide if they’d like to join, online availability may occasionally be slightly behind. Submitting a booking request does not automatically confirm your spot; your space is confirmed once our office sends you a confirmation.
Seats Available = 7+ seats open for reservation
Seats limited = 4-6 seats open for reservation, expected to be guaranteed soon
Seats left = Only a few seats left, Departure is Guaranteed
Sold Out! = All seats taken, email us to be put on the waiting list. Sometimes if we get enough interest we can add a second van, so email us!
We have waiting lists for our trips in case someone cancels…if you can only travel on a “sold out” departure, email us and we will put you on the wait list.
Have a question, or don’t understand something about our trip? Please send us an email send a text or call us!
(831) 234-8458 info@aupairadventures.comBefore you book, please know:
You must have an email address in order to book a tour.
Your plane flight is not included.
Once you pick a trip, fill out the form and we will respond within 1 day or sooner If your trip is a Guaranteed Departure you will get a big information packet with all the tour and payment information via email.
If you are one of the first 5 people to sign up, we will save you a seat, and you don’t need to pay anything now. Once we have 6 people, we guarantee the trip and we’ll send your information packet. If you change your mind after receiving the packet, no problem...please let us know :-)
