Things To Do
Mauna Kea Beach Resort - Beach Activities
Beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels available to resort guests all day; there is also a free public section of the beach (advise arriving before 10am as it fills quick!) Many beach activities free to resort guests including: paddle boards, surf boards, boogie boarding, paddling, and more. Hau Tree Restaurant and Bar on the beach is the perfect spot for lunch
Mauna Kea Golf Course
Play the newly renovated, renowned resort course before you join use for the wedding ceremony signature 3rd hole! It's one of our favorite golf courses in the world.
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel - Tennis & Pickleball
12 beachside tennis and pickle ball courts.
Hikes - Pololū Valley
Beautiful hike on the north side of the island! Moderate in difficulty - about 0.75 mile down to the beach. Beautiful beach to explore and can even extend the hike up the other side of the beach for more cliff views beyond the valley
Hikes - ‘Akaka Falls
Longer drive to the Hilo side of the island but a waterfall that is worth the trip! More of a guided walking path through a rainforest type park with a view of the waterfall at the end. 0.4 mile walking loop.
Kona Joe Coffee Plantation
The Big Island of Hawaii, specifically Kona, is known for its coffee. Kona Joe is a traditional Kona coffee plantation on the side of the volcano overlooking the ocean. Tour their coffee farm and you can roast your own coffee to package and take home with you. There are multiple other Kona coffee plantations worth visiting, but we had a great experience at this one.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park contains two of the world's most active volcanoes - Kilauea and Mauna Loa. It's also a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve. There is so much to explore in the park from eruption viewing, to various hikes and walks, crater rim views, and more.