Things To Do
Big Island Tours
Find some of the best Big Island tours and Activities here!
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park protects some of the most unique geological, biological, and cherished cultural landscapes in the world. Extending from sea level to 13,680 feet, the park encompasses the summits of two of the world's most active volcanoes - Kīlauea and Mauna Loa.
Hapuna Beach
Hāpuna Beach is the largest of the island's white sand beaches, and has consistently been rated on international Top Ten lists of the islands’ best beaches.
Kua Bay
Known as Kua Bay by locals or also known as Manini'owali Beach.
Kaunaʻoa (Mauna Kea) Beach
Vote by Travel Channel's one of the best beaches in the world, Mauna Kea Beach (or Kaunaoa Beach) offers a long stretch of beach with sandy bottom shores.
Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site
Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site and is located on the northwestern coast of the island of Hawaiʻi. The site preserves the National Historic Landmark ruins of the last major Ancient Hawaiian temple. This temple was built by a Hawaiian king and his warriors that stands tall in unifying the Hawaiian Islands under one ruler.
Dolphin Quest
Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Quest! Dolphin Quest Hawaii opened in 1988 and was the first of its kind to provide a natural sandy beached tidal lagoon filled with filtered sea water for resident bottlenose dolphins. Located within the Hilton Waikoloa Resort.
Papakōlea Green Sand Beach
This beach is accessed by foot, 4WD, or by shuttles operated by locals at the beach. The hike is a moderate level and 2 miles each way. The locally operated shuttles are offered by locals who live in the area and they only accept a cash payment.
Punaluʻu Beach
(Not suggested for swimming) Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach is one of the most famous black sand beaches in Hawaiʻi. Located between the towns of Pāhala and Nāʻālehu in Kaʻū, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach's jet black shores are an unforgettable sight. Coconut palms fringe the upper edge of sand and you may also discover large honu (Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles).
Punalu'u Bake Shop
The southern most bakery in the United States. Punalu'u Bake Shop is known for their famous Hawaiian Sweet Bread!
‘Akaka Falls
Located near Hilo on the Eastern Side of the Island. Take a pleasant self-guided walk through lush tropical vegetation to scenic vista points overlooking the cascading Kahuna Falls and the free-falling ‘Akaka Falls, which plunges 442 feet into a stream-eroded gorge.
Rainbow Falls
Rainbow Falls are a series of broad waterfalls in the Wailuku river that is conveniently located within Hilo town. They are very easy to visit, visible from the parking lot, and you’ll have a high chance of seeing rainbows if you visit somewhat early in the day.
Tex Drive-In
Known for their famous malasadas (Portuguese fried donuts), Tex is a must stop when making a drive around the island!
Hilo Farmer's Market
Hilo's local twice-weekly outdoor market with over 200 vendors selling local produce, artisanal foods & crafts.
4 Miles Beach
Carlsmith Beach Park or known by locals as 4 Miles Beach is Sarah's favorite beach in Hilo! This lagoon style beach is known for its calm waters, view of Maunakea on a clear day, and frequent sea turtle sightings.
Richardson Ocean Park
A great family friendly black sand beach in Hilo!