Big Island Guidebook
Sightseeing
Experience some of Nature’s most awe-inspiring wonders, more info:
https://www.nps.gov/havo/planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm
Note: 2022 Fee Free Days
Entrance fees are waived on the following days:
Monday, January 17 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Saturday, April 16 – First Day of National Park Week
Thursday, August 4 – Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
Saturday, September 24 – National Public Lands Day
Friday, November 11 – Veterans Day
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Experience some of Nature’s most awe-inspiring wonders, more info:
https://www.nps.gov/havo/planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm
Note: 2022 Fee Free Days
Entrance fees are waived on the following days:
Monday, January 17 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Saturday, April 16 – First Day of National Park Week
Thursday, August 4 – Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
Saturday, September 24 – National Public Lands Day
Friday, November 11 – Veterans Day
A dormant volcano, peak is 4,207.3m (13,803 ft) above sea level, some authorities have labelled Mauna Kea the tallest mountain in the world, from its underwater base. Best sky night.
http://www.ifa.hawaii.edu/info/vis/visiting-mauna-kea/visiting-the-summit.html
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Mauna Kea
A dormant volcano, peak is 4,207.3m (13,803 ft) above sea level, some authorities have labelled Mauna Kea the tallest mountain in the world, from its underwater base. Best sky night.
http://www.ifa.hawaii.edu/info/vis/visiting-mauna-kea/visiting-the-summit.html
Hawai‘i Tropical Bioreserve & Garden
Beautiful tropical garden, best visit in raining days.
To avoid mosquito bites, wear long sleeves and pants.
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Гавайский тропический ботанический сад
27-717 Mamalahoa HwyHawai‘i Tropical Bioreserve & Garden
Beautiful tropical garden, best visit in raining days.
To avoid mosquito bites, wear long sleeves and pants.
Green Sand Beach Trailhead
Stop on Hamakua coast scenic drive, with spectacular waterfalls and incredible canyons lined by lush rainforest.
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Государственный парк водопадов Акака
875 Akaka Falls RdStop on Hamakua coast scenic drive, with spectacular waterfalls and incredible canyons lined by lush rainforest.
White sand beach, listed as 2021 best US beach by Dr beach
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/top-beaches-united-states-2021/index.html
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Государственный парк Хапуна-Бич
Old Puako RoadWhite sand beach, listed as 2021 best US beach by Dr beach
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/top-beaches-united-states-2021/index.html
Onekahakaha Beach Park
74 Onekahakaha RdPerfect for kids
Crystal clear water, black sand beach, perfect for snorkeling, turtle watching, one of the best beaches in US.
https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/beach-vacations/best-beaches-in-the-us
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Парк пляж Карлсмит
1815 Kalanianaole StCrystal clear water, black sand beach, perfect for snorkeling, turtle watching, one of the best beaches in US.
https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/beach-vacations/best-beaches-in-the-us
Водопад Радуга
Зоопарк Панаэва Рейнфорест
800 Stainback Hwy
Imiloa Astronomy Center
600 Imiloa PlAlso named the “valley of kings”, this valley used to be the political and religious center of ancient Hawaiian culture, and housed many thousands of people. Presently, less than 100 people live in this valley, leaving plenty of room for all the stunning hikes, many waterfalls and a magical black-sand beach!
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Waipio Valley
Also named the “valley of kings”, this valley used to be the political and religious center of ancient Hawaiian culture, and housed many thousands of people. Presently, less than 100 people live in this valley, leaving plenty of room for all the stunning hikes, many waterfalls and a magical black-sand beach!
Hawi
Historic town, you may try “Kohala Zipline”
South Point Park
South Point RoadFamous spot to jump to ocean
Музей цунами Тихого океана
130 Kamehameha Ave22 acres beautiful garden in Hilo, open for events
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Nani Mau Restaurant & Garden
421 Makalika St22 acres beautiful garden in Hilo, open for events
Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park
Food scene
Best Hawaii produce: strawberry papaya, mango, lichee, egg fruit , honey, cake, vegetables and more
Restaurants around: poke market, pho 99
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Hilo Farmers Market
Mamo StreetBest Hawaii produce: strawberry papaya, mango, lichee, egg fruit , honey, cake, vegetables and more
Restaurants around: poke market, pho 99
Big Island Candies
585 Hinano StKona Coffee Living History Farm
82-6199 Hawaiʻi Belt Rd
Le Umu Samoa
16-586 Old Volcano RoadTwo Ladies Kitchen
274 Kilauea AveSuisan Fish Market
93 Lihiwai StYou can by fresh fish or poke
Hilo Bay Cafe
123 Lihiwai StFor your best bet on buying healthy, be sure to check out Island Naturals Deli
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Island Naturals Market & Deli - Hilo
1221 Kilauea AveFor your best bet on buying healthy, be sure to check out Island Naturals Deli
Hamakua Macadamia Nut Co Inc
61-3251 Maluokalani StTasty nuts
Hawaiian Style Cafe Hilo
681 Manono StFireart Cuisine
75-1027 Henry StKamana Kitchen
1235 Kilauea AveIndian food recommended by guest
Heavenly Hawaiian Kona Coffee Farm
78-1136 Bishop RdTetsumen
697 Manono StOla Brew - Hilo
1177 Kilauea AvenueGuests recommended, in walking distance
Cafe 100
969 Kilauea AveOriginal loco moco
Poke N Sides @ the Hilo Farmers Market
57 Mamo StBest poke
CanoeHouse
68-1400 Mauna Lani DrFine dining, Recommend by guests
Big Island Abalone
73-357 Makako Bay DrUnique tour with fresh abalone
Lavaloha
1820 Amauulu RdChocolate farm tour
Mauna Loa
16-701 Macadamia RoadMacadamia nuts farm tour
Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill
74-5599 Pawai PlCanoeHouse
68-1400 Mauna Lani DrMountain Thunder Coffee Plantation
Activities
Sports and activities
Best place for snorkeling, next to Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park
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Ту Степ
Best place for snorkeling, next to Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park
Garden Eel cove/manta heaven, unique diving/snorkeling experience
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Manta Ray Night Dive
78-127 Ehukai StGarden Eel cove/manta heaven, unique diving/snorkeling experience
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
2200 Kekuanaoa StHilo Municipal Golf Course
340 Haihai StOnly golf course open to public
Kohala Zipline
55-515 Hawi RdThe only full canopy zipline on big island
Парк пляжа Хоноли
Surfing
Hawaii Zipline Tours
Rain forest, water falls, Mauna Kea
Wailea Horseback Adventure - Waipio Ridge Stables LLC
31313 Old Mamalahoa HighwayPaniolo Adventures
Horse back riding
Botanical World Adventures
31-240 Old Mamalahoa HwyHilo Ocean Adventures
1717 Kamehameha AveNo diving license required
Adventures in Paradise Kayak & Snorkel
82-6038 Puuhonua RdLegends of Hawaii Luau
69-425 Waikōloa Beach Dr