The island is our classroom

Outdoor educational adventures for kids on the Big Island of Hawaii

Learning is an adventure!

At Hawaii Adventure Academy, we offer half-day and full-day excursions designed specifically for kids! Each trip is led by a certified and experienced teacher and connects students with the Big Island’s unique landscapes, history, and culture—making education exciting, memorable, and deeply meaningful. Our trips are fun and a great place to make friends, learn about interesting things, and do cool stuff!

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Featured AdventureS

Tide Pooling & Sea Horse Farm

Join us in exploring the tide pools along the rocky Kona coast and taking a tour through a sea horse farm! During this adventure, students will learn about the intertidal zones, observe and identify sea creatures, and visit a seahorse farm where they'll get to hold a seahorse!
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Imiloa & Stargazing

Join us on a journey through the universe with an exciting trip through the ʻImiloa Astronomy Center to learn about the science and cultural significance of the night sky, and then up to Saddle Road for an unforgettable stargazing experience.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Earth science comes to life at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park! From steaming vents to massive craters, this adventure brings the island’s volcanic past—and present—to life.
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Our Priorities

Education

Our excursions aren’t tours—they’re hands-on learning adventures. Instead of just seeing the sights, kids actively explore, ask questions, and discover the ‘why’ behind Hawaii’s incredible landscapes, history, and culture. Through interactive experiences, they don’t just learn facts—they connect with the islands in a meaningful way, making discoveries that stick with them long after the adventure ends.

Fun

At Hawaii Adventure Academy, we believe that learning should be fun! When kids are engaged, moving, and discovering things for themselves, they retain information more deeply and develop a genuine excitement for knowledge. Fun, hands-on learning makes education feel like an adventure rather than a task—transforming facts into experiences and lessons into lasting memories.

Low Student-to-Teacher Ratio

We intentionally keep our student-to-teacher ratio low to allow kids to get to know each other, have more personalized attention, and create a safer, more engaging experience for them. Whether we're hiking through lava fields or exploring tide pools, each student has the chance to direct their learning and dive into discoveries.

Safety

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Our teachers are state certified and are experienced in risk managment. We take every precaution to ensure a fun and secure adventure. We carefully assess each location, provide proper gear when needed, and keep group sizes small so every student gets the attention and supervision they need to explore with confidence.

A Note from our Founder

Hi, I’m Rochelle — a certified 6th-12th grade teacher, adventurer, and nature lover. I started Hawaii Adventure Academy to create the kind of learning I believe in: hands-on, joyful, and rooted in the incredible natural world around us. After years in the classroom, I wanted to give kids a chance to grow not just academically, but personally — through curiosity, challenge, and outdoor exploration. My hope is that every child who joins us leaves with a bigger sense of wonder, a stronger sense of self, and unforgettable memories of adventure. Let’s explore together! — Rochelle
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