The Big Island is pure adventure. Fly helicopters over steaming volcanoes, go snorkeling and diving along some of the world's most productive reefs, hike in private reserves, explore cavernous lava tubes, and star gaze from the peak of Mauna Kea. Get connected with local sustainability efforts on a joyful celebration of Hawaii’s culture, landscape and generous spirit.
Atop mighty Mauna Kea, on a private VIP visit to its world-famous observatory, you’ll see more stars than you ever thought possible. Flying low on a private helicopter ride over the dramatic, molten landscape of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, you feel a connection to this magical place, grateful for all the Island of Hawaii has to offer.
Our Hawaii is for anybody who loves culture, and plenty of island adventure. Spice up a beach vacation with VIP access to parts of the island not open to the public.
The Big Island is a year-round destination, with consistent temperatures in the upper 70s and low 80s. Our favorite times of year to visit are April thru May and August thru October.
More snorkeling and diving, surf lessons, a day of deep-sea fishing, golfing or mountain biking—or slow down at an oceanside spa. We can curate a Big Island experience to to suit your interests.
White-sand beaches and black-lava landscapes, an idyllic retreat and perfectly situated for our Big Island adventures.
A microcosm of Hawaiian landscape and spirit, our hotel resort gets its name from a Hawaiian Queen—and makes you feel like royalty. Lava fields spill into lush tropical grounds that lead to an immaculate white sand beach shared by Hawaiian green turtles. Fresh, locally sourced food, music that speaks to your heart and hospitality that nurtures your soul, the spirit of Hawaii from its long-held traditions to its inspired art informs every detail of our idyllic retreat.
I am truly a tough critic but you planned an exceptionally fun adventure—no constructive criticism necessary.
I look forward to another trip with MO/AD. You make everything more elevated, and interesting.
Every person involved with leading and guiding was top notch—friendly, knowledgeable, fun, kind—it doesn’t get better.
Our private itineraries are ideal for groups as small as six, or as large as you desire—you and friends, families and multi-generational groups.
Yes, we can help you craft an unforgettable milestone celebration, for groups as large as 40 or more.
Our level of curation and care. We handle everything, overseeing your experience from beginning to end, with the highest levels of ownership and responsibility. We also support you each step of the way, with comprehensive trip materials and itineraries, detailed day-by-day options, insider destination info, gear recommendations, and 24/7 dedicated support.
Preferably three to six months in advance. We stay in unique, in-demand boutique and luxury hotels where advance reservations are important to secure the best accommodations possible.
We curate your Modern Adventure to ensure the experiences are authentic and immersive, and included in your trip price. This includes all accommodations, local transport and airport transfers, private travel for all day trips and excursions, private tours with local guides and cultural experts, exclusive VIP access and activities, all breakfasts and some lunches and dinners.
Private Modern Adventures typically cost $750 to $1,500 per person, per day, and vary by time of year, number of people in your group, types of activities you prefer including private local guides and private transfers.
MO/AD Private Departures do not include roundtrip airfare to/from your destination, travel insurance, transportation to your trip’s starting point, hotel incidentals (including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs), and any activities or meals not included in your confirmed MO/AD itinerary.
After learning more about you, your interests and preferred style of travel, as well as your preferred travel dates, we will present you with a detailed itinerary including activities, internal flights, transport and accommodations. In order to check and confirm availability for your group, there is a $750 non-refundable deposit due. This will be applied to your final trip cost.
Your trip is guaranteed—and your dates secured—with a 25% non-refundable deposit. Many of our local partners, including our hotel and resort partners, require advance deposits to secure the best accommodations. The balance of your trip is due 30 days prior to travel.