Things To Do
Kailua-Kona
This historic oceanfront town serves as the Big Island's main hub for nightlife, dining, and entertainment, featuring waterfront bars, restaurants, and live music venues.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Explore volcanic craters and potentially see active lava flows at Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes. The park offers incredible hiking trails and viewing areas for this unique geological wonder.
Akaka Falls State Park
This spectacular 442-foot waterfall plunges dramatically into a lush tropical gorge, making it one of Hawaii's most iconic natural attractions. The easy paved loop trail takes you through beautiful rainforest vegetation to multiple viewing platforms.
Hapuna Beach State Park
One of Hawaii's best beaches, this expansive white sand beach offers excellent swimming, bodyboarding, and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters. Located just minutes from Mauna Kea Resort, it provides every facility for a full day at the beach.
Puako Petroglyphs
Ancient Hawaiian rock carvings accessible via a short walk from Holoholokai Beach Park. There are over 3,000 petroglyphs carved into lava rock fields.
Mauna Kea Summit
Drive up to explore one of the world's premier astronomical observation sites for breathtaking sunset and stargazing experiences. The summit offers unparalleled views of the night sky above the clouds.
Kealakekua Bay
Experience some of the best snorkeling in Hawaii with crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. This location is also known as the place that Captain Cook first landed in Hawaii.
Greenwell Farms
Sample world-famous Kona coffee at its source with guided tours of local coffee growers. Learn about the growing and roasting process while enjoying tastings in the beautiful Kona countryside.
Waipio Valley
Explore this sacred "Valley of the Kings" with its dramatic cliffs, taro fields, and wild horses. You can hike down or take a guided tour to experience this culturally significant area.
Papakolea Green Sand Beach
One of only four green sand beaches in the world, this extraordinary beach gets its emerald color from olivine crystals eroded from an ancient volcanic cinder cone.
