Gather your friends and set off in your very own convertible, street-legal, super-stylish fun buggy! Our buggies can travel at highway speeds, allowing you and your crew to explore more beaches, towns, and our stunning island!

We offer (1) two-seat and (4) four-seat VW buggies. For your convenience, beach chairs, beach towels, umbrellas, and soft coolers are available upon request at no extra cost. We provide maps and highlight must-see locations. Each buggy is equipped with a USB port to charge your phones. At Big Island Buggy, we are confident you’ll have the most fun you’ve ever experienced in a rental car! Give us a call to see if we have what you’re looking for!

YELLOW TANG: (2-seat buggy) STICKSHIFT, Standard Transmission. Extra storage behind seats for beach gear and luggage.

BLUE MAKO: (4-seat buggy) STICKSHIFT, Standard Transmission. Bench seat in back (for smaller adults).

RED TIKI: (4-seat buggy) STICKSHIFT, Standard Transmission. Full-size seats with open storage area behind rear seats.

GREEN HONU: (4-seat buggy AUTOMATIC) Fully Automatic Transmission. Same as TIKI except automatic.

RED LAVA: (4-seat buggy AUTOMATIC) Fully Automatic Transmission. Same as TIKI except automatic.

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• Big Island Buggy

• Beach chairs, beach towels, soft cooler and umbrella, upon request at the time of your reservation.
• Hawaii Vehicle Rental Surcharge: $6.50 per vehicle per day.
• Hawaii Excise Tax: 4.712%
• Let us know what you need, and we’ll do our best to assist you.

At Big Island Buggy, the destination is yours to choose! Explore the island in your very own open-air VW Manx-style buggy. We offer both 2 or 4 seat options with manual and automatic transmissions. Visit historical sites, drive to stunning beaches, or tour the coffee farms—it’s up to you to decide where to go and how long to stay. Our buggies are available for rent in 4-hour or 8-hour increments. For multiple-day rentals, please give us a call. Each buggy is equipped with a removable soft top, providing you with an AMAZING VIEW! These buggies can be driven anywhere a rental car can go on the island and can reach highway speeds. The only restriction is no off-road driving (except dirt parking lots), and they are not 4-wheel drive. Please contact us before booking if you have any questions. To schedule a pickup time, call or email us. Walk-ins are not accepted. Pickup times are available at 8, 9, 10, 11 am, and 12, 1, 2 pm. We provide maps and will discuss the best places to visit.

• Yellow “Tang”, Blue “Mako” and Red “Tiki” are STANDARD/STICK-SHIFT TRANSMISSIONS transmissions. Green “Honu” is the only fully automatic transmission.
• What is required in order to rent a buggy?
• 1. Be 21 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license.
• 2. Full coverage personal auto insurance required or you can purchase from RENTALCOVER.COM BOTH Supplemental Liability and Collision Damage Waiver i
• 3. Be present at the time of the rental to complete contract.
• 4. All drivers must be registered on the rental contract.
• 5. One registered driver will also need to Authorize Use of a credit card for purchase of optional insurance policy deductible, if accident occurs and /or any other incidentals.
• Can the Buggy be taken off road?
• No, our buggies are only allowed on paved roadways and parking lots. Our buggies are equipped with GPS tracking devices, so we will be notified as soon as the buggy enters onto a dirt or lava road. There is a $500.00 charge for attempting “off road” excursions.
• How Many People Can Fit in a Buggy?
• We offer 2 and 4 seater options for your convenience.
• What is the Cancellation Policy?
• 1. Cancellation within 24 hours of your reservation are non-refundable.
• 2. Due to inclement weather, we would make a decision for the refund the day of the rental. Please keep in mind that showers and storms will blow in and blow out quickly.
• Let us know what you need, and we’ll do our best to assist you.
• Need to be able to lift leg 30” over side of buggy to be seated.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.