Pages:
- 23 Favorite Sights and Destinations on the Big Island
- 5 favorite Scenic Drives
- All 8 Big Island Luau shows (2024 List + Free Cultural Events)
- An overview of Kauaʻi
- 10 Amazing Kauaʻi Waterfalls
- 19 Favorite Sights and Destinations on Kauaʻi
- 7 day itinerary for Kauaʻi: a PERFECT week in Hawaiʻi
- Air tours overview for Kauaʻi
- All 4 Ziplines on Kauaʻi: Comparison + 2024 prices
- ATV Tours on Kauaʻi
- BIG LIST of Culinary Tours and Activities on Kauaʻi
- Getting around Kauaʻi
- History and Cultural Activities on Kauaʻi (+ Map)
- Kauaʻi’s Best Beaches
- Kauaʻi: Our 5 favorite easy, intermediate, and difficult hikes
- Kauaʻi’s North Shore Shuttle and Reservation System, Explained
- Lūʻau Shows on Kauaʻi
- Our 11 favorite Kauaʻi Snorkeling Spots
- Seeing Nature and Wildlife on Kauaʻi
- The 7 most popular water activities on Kauaʻi
- The Best Land Activities on Kauaʻi
- The Nāpali Coast
- Waimea Canyon and the Kōkeʻe State Park
- Where to stay on Kauaʻi for Beach Bums, Families, Adventure, and more (all 6 regions)
- An overview of Lānaʻi: Where to Stay, What to Do, and What to See
- An Overview of Maui
- 10 must-see Maui Waterfalls (+ how to get there)
- 20 Favorite Sights and Destinations on Maui
- 8 Magical Days on Maui: a GREAT Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
- Air tours overview for Maui
- ATV Tours on Maui
- BIG LIST of Maui Farm Tours, Food Tours, Farmers Markets, and Cooking Classes
- Getting around Maui
- Haleakalā National Park
- History and Culture on Maui
- Kayaking on Maui: Best Locations, Tours, and Rentals
- Land Activities on Maui
- Maui Beaches
- Maui Highlights: Best Places to See and Top 5 Things to Do
- Maui Road Trip! Our 4 Favorite Scenic Drives
- Maui Whale Watching: the Best Tours, FAQ, and DIY Tips
- Maui: 20+ GREAT Places to Stay for Beach Bums, Families, and more
- Our 10 Favorite Maui Snorkeling Spots
- Our 15 favorite easy, intermediate, and difficult hikes on Maui
- Road to Hana (Maui)
- Seeing Nature and Wildlife on Maui
- The 10 most popular water activities on Maui
- Top 12 Lūʻau Shows on Maui
- Ziplining on Maui: All Options Comparison + Cost
- An Overview of O‘ahu
- Big Island (Hawaii) Travel Guide
- Big Island of Hawaiʻi Highlights
- Flying to Hawaii
- Get in touch
- History and Culture on the Big Island
- How to support the lovebigisland website
- HTML sitemap
- Kaʻū District: Things to Do and Places to Explore
- Kealakekua Bay
- Kohala and the Kohala Coast: What to Do and Where to Stay and Eat
- Molokaʻi: Where to Stay, What to Do, and What to See
- Our blog is all about Hawaii
- Our favorite Big Island Charities
- Planning a trip to Hawaiʻi for first timers: a 101 guide
- Pololū Valley: the Lookout, the Hike, and the Black Sand Beach
- Step-by-step guide for planning your trip to the Big Island
- The BEST place to stay on the Big Island for Families, Adventure, Beach Bums, and more
- The BEST ways to see Nature and Wildlife on the Big Island
- This is what our Free Monthly Newsletter is about
- Visit the Puna District
- Waterfalls on the Big Island
- Weather on the Big Island, Explained
- 4 Tea Plantations (and Tours + Tastings!) on the Big Island
- Hawaiian Myths and Legends
- Volcano Village and the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- Hotels in Volcano village
- Accommodation in Volcano Village
- Akatsuka Orchid Gardens
- Our 2 Favorite Vacation Rentals in Volcano Village
- The Volcano Winery + Vineyard
- Our favorite things to do in Volcano Village
- Weather in Volcano Village: Average Temperature, Rainfall and Cloud Cover
- Restaurants in Volcano Village
- Map of Volcano Village
- After Dark in the Park
- Volcano Art Center
- Activities in Volcano Village
- Local Artists in Volcano Village
- Volcano Village Farmers Market
- Farmers Markets (overview)
- Our Story
- Hot ponds and hot springs
- Meteor Shower Guide For Hawaii
- The 3 best (and most colorful) Big Island beaches
- 3 Favorite Big Island Snorkeling Spots for Beginners and Experts
- Great picnic spots
- Our 5 favorite Short Hikes on the Big Island
- Pu’u Loa Petroglyph Field
- Puakō Petroglyph field
- 40+ Big Island Facts and Trivia. Learn fun stuff!
- Endemic and Native Species in Hawaii
- Green Sand Beach [trivia]
- Hāpuʻu or Hawaiian tree fern [trivia]
- Kahili Ginger
- Lake Waiau on MaunaKea: the highest elevation lake on Hawaiʻi
- Pāhoehoe and ʻAʻā Lava
- Pele’s Hair (volcanic glass)
- Pineapples in Hawaiʻi: 🍍history, 🍍facts, and 🍍trivia
- The antipodes of Hawaii
- The Lauwiliwilinukunukuʻoiʻoi
- Our favorite images of the Big Island (Gallery)
- Local Volunteering Opportunities
- Big Island Directory
- Start planning your trip to the Big Island
- Major Events on the Big Island
- Disclosure, Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
- Chocolate and Cacao Farm Tours on the Big Island
- Getting around
- Region Guide
- Waikoloa Petroglyph Field
- The Kona Farmers Markets (+ 5 other Kona Coast Farmers Markets)
- BIG LIST of Kona Coffee Tours on the Big Island
- Get to know our delicious local food!
- Waimea’s 3 Farmers Markets
- National and State Parks
- All Museums on the Big Island (list + description)
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Visitor Guide + Top Attractions
- Interisland Flights guide for Hawaii
- How to Find the Best Rental Car Deals on the Big Island
- How to Swim with Dolphins Responsibly (Big Island): DIY and Tours
- Surfing Guide for Big Island visitors (spots, rentals, and classes)
- Biking and rental bikes
- Festivals and Events on the Big Island
- Helicopter Tours on the Big Island
- Ziplining and zipline tours
- Whale Watching on the Big Island: Boat Tours + DIY Guide
- Stargazing and How to Visit MaunaKea: Stargazing Tours + DIY Guide
- All Horseback Riding Tours on the Big Island, Compared
- Macadamia Nuts
- The Kona Coffee Guide
- Camping and Campsites on the Big Island
- Stand Up Paddle (SUP) boarding: Rentals, Classes and Tours
- Manta Ray Night Snorkel and Dive (Kona coast)
- Scuba Diving on the Big Island
- Big Island Snorkeling Guide: Tips, Safety, Rentals, and Tours
- Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA)
- Hilo International Airport (ITO)
- The Incredibly Scenic Hamakua Coast
- 4 Beers that are locally brewed on the Big Island
- Activity Overview: 30 Things to Do on the Big Island
- Golfing and Golf Courses on the Big Island
- Historic Kailua Village (Kailua-Kona)
- BEST 10 Kona Beaches for Beach Addicts and Snorkel Lovers
- List of ALL Hostels on the Kona coast
- Painted Church in south Kona
- The 14 Best Snorkeling Spots along the Kona coast (Big Island)
- Weather in Waikoloa (Kona resort coast): temperature, rainfall and cloud cover
- Where to Stay on the Kona Coast for ANY budget
- 5 Highlights for Kailua Kona
- Monthly weather in Kailua-Kona
- Our Favorite Touristy and Authentic Restaurants in Kailua-Kona + South Kona
- Bed & Breakfasts in and around Kailua Kona
- Our 5 Favorite Vacation Rentals in Kailua-Kona + South Kona (list)
- Hotels in Kailua-Kona
- All 12 Resorts on the Big Island in Kona (2), Kohala (9) and Hilo (1)
- Map of Kailua-Kona
- The Kona Brewing Company and Pub
- 26 BEST Things to Do in Kona (Beaches, Coffee, Tours & More)
- Seven Day Itinerary for the Big Island
- Five Day Itinerary: Unmissable Activities
- Three Day Itinerary: Around the Big Island
- Two Day Itinerary: Beaches and the Volcano
- One Day Itinerary – Big Island Highlights
- Itineraries for the Big Island, Maui, Kauaʻi, and Oʻahu
- Big Island Beach Guide + Map
- Anaeho’omalu Beach
- Carlsmith beach park (Four Mile) in Hilo
- Kahaluʻu Beach Park
- Kaimū black sand beach in Kalapana
- Maniniʻōwali Beach Guide (Kua Bay)
- Pohoiki Black Sand Beach
- Waialea Beach (Beach 69)
- Kamakahonu (King Kam) Beach
- Richardson Ocean Park
- Kaunaʻoa (Mauna Kea) Beach
- Turtles, Swimming and Snorkeling at Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach
- Green sand beach (Papakōlea)
- Hāpuna Beach
- Waipi‘o Valley: How to visit and What to see
- How to See Lava in Hawaiʻi (DIY, Best Tours, and 2024 Updates)
- Hiking and our favorite Big Island hikes
- Guide to Hilo: Beaches, Favorites Activities, and Day Trips
- 7 Beaches in Hilo
- Coconut Island 🌴 (Moku ola) in Hilo
- Our 15 Favorite restaurants in Hilo
- Best places to stay in Hilo for ANY budget
- Highlights for Hilo (city and outdoors)
- Lyman Museum and Mission House in Hilo
- ʻImiloa Astronomy Center
- Average Weather for Hilo (by month)
- ʻAkaka Falls (Hilo, Hamakua coast)
- The Rainbow Falls (Waiānuenue) in Hilo
- Hostels in Hilo and Puna
- Bed & Breakfasts in Hilo
- Vacation Rentals in Hilo and on the Hamakua Coast
- Hotels in Hilo
- Hilo Brewing Company
- Map of Hilo
- 28 BEST Things to Do in Hilo (Beaches, Waterfalls, Farm Tours, …)
- Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens
- The Hilo Farmers Market + 7 smaller farmers markets near Hilo
- Waimea on the Big Island
- Public Transport Tips and the Hele-On Bus + Trip Planner
- 3 Good Reasons why the Big Island is so Impressive
Curated Tours:
- 1-Hour Stargazing Experience at Sea Level
- 2-Tank Morning Dive on the Kona Coast
- 4 Zipline Tour on the west Maui mountain slopes
- 5 Zipline course in the Maui Jungle
- 6 Zipline Tour on the west Maui mountain slopes
- 6-hour Morning Dive at 2 Stunning Kohala Coast Dive Sites
- 8 Zipline course in the Maui Jungle
- Afternoon Sail & Snorkel Tour to Kealakekua Bay
- Aquatic Safari + Reef Snorkeling at a Marine Sanctuary
- Big Island Experience – a Private Full Island Helicopter VIP Adventure
- Big Island Grand Circle Island Tour
- Big Island Waterfalls Adventure
- Captain Cook Sunset Dinner Cruise to Kealakekua Bay
- Catamaran Waikiki Day Sail
- Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Sail
- Catamaran Whale Watch from the North Shore
- Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch
- Exclusive Access to the Private Kulaniapia Falls
- Explore Hawaii’s Rich Cultural Landscape on a UTV Farm Tour
- Explore the Road to Hāna, Hawaiian Style
- Farm-to-Table Cooking Class + Lunch at Kulaniapia Farms
- Fast, Fun, and Family friendly Snorkeling Experience from Kona
- Hamakua Coast Horseback Riding Tour with Pizza Lunch
- Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Cultural and Turtle Tour
- Hidden Crater Hike (Cloud Forests + Lava Tube)
- Hilo Helicopter Tours: Lava, Rainforests, and waterfalls!
- Kayak in the Umauma River & swim under the Umauma Falls
- Kohala Canopy Zipline Adventure
- Kohala Waterfall Adventure
- Kohala Zip & Dip (zipline + waterfall swim)
- Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel on Navy Speed Boat
- Kona: Circle Island Experience
- Kona: Kohala Coast & Waterfalls
- Magical Waterfalls Private Helicopter Tour from Kona
- Manta Ray Night Snorkel & Dive
- Manta Ray Snorkel Tour at Manta Village
- Marine Wildlife & Reef Snorkel Adventure
- Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Free Photos
- Mauna Kea Summit and Stars
- Molokini Snorkeling Tour & Catamaran Sail
- Morning and Noon Kayak & Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay
- Morning Sail & Snorkel Tour to Kealakekua Bay & Red Hill
- Napali Adventure & Snorkel from Hanalei
- Niʻihau + Nāpali Coast 7 hour long Super Tour
- NorthShore 7-line zipline (great value!)
- Private 38ft Boat Snorkeling Charter / Cruise
- Private Kona Sunset Helicopter Tour (Big Island)
- Private Nāpali Cliff Top & Waimea Canyon Hike
- Rappel down the Triple-Tier Umauma Waterfall and swim the pools between
- Ride Kauai’s Longest Ziplines!
- Saltwater Sail With the Whales on Maui
- Sea Cave Snorkel Adventure on Navy Speed Boat
- Small Group Horseback Ride on the scenic Hamakua coast
- Snorkel & Sail on a Catamaran (Sunrise or Midday)
- Sunset Horseback Ride on the famous North Shore
- Sunset Whale Watching Cruise off the Kohala Coast 🌅
- Sunshine Horseback Ride along the famous North Shore
- Super-Raft Speedboat Whale Watch
- Surf Lessons in Kona
- Toa Luau
- Turtle Canyon Snorkel (Small-Group Tour with 100% Turtle Guarantee)
- Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion (large group, super affordable)
- Ultimate Kauai Off-Road Ranch Tour
- Umauma ATV Waterfall and Swim Experience
- Umauma Falls 9-line Zip & Dip Experience
- Umauma Falls 9-lines Zipline Tour
- Vanilla Experience Luncheon & Farm Tour
- Volcano Unveiled (in-depth volcano experience from Kona)
- Voyagers of the Pacific Luau
- Waikiki Surf Lessons
- Waikiki Whale Watch with a Sailing Catamaran
- Waimea Valley Botanical Gardens + Waterfall Swim
- Waipiʻo Valley on Horseback
- Waterfall Rappelling at Kulaniapia Falls (120ft)
- West Maui Half Day Snorkel Adventure
- West Maui Snorkeling Tour & Catamaran Sail
- West Oʻahu Dolphin Snorkel and Sail
- Whale Watch & Reef Snorkel Tour
- Whale Watching Cruise from Kona
- Whales guaranteed on Oʻahu’s beautiful Ko Olina coast!
- Zipline over the private 250ft Kolekole waterfall
Our Blog:
- Oʻahu for Beginners: Need-to-Know Tips for First-Time Visitors
- 15 Rainy day activities for the Big Island (and 2 to skip)
- Big Island for Beginners: Need-to-Know Tips for First-Time Visitors
- What is the best time to visit the Big Island?
- Secret Maui: 7 “Off the Beaten Path” Things that Locals Like To Do
- Secret Oʻahu: 7 “Off the beaten path” Things that locals like to Do
- Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts for the third time this year
- Kauaʻi on a Budget (Cheap & Free Things to do on Kauaʻi)
- Here is how to best avoid the crowds in Hawaiʻi
- Big Island on a Budget (Cheap & Free Things to do on Hawaiʻi Island)
- Cheap & Free Things to do on Oʻahu
- Lahaina Noon in Hawaiʻi: When and Where to see it (2024)
- 11 Hanalei Activities for your Bucketlist
- The 7 Best Black Sand Beaches in Hawaiʻi
- Maui on a Budget (Cheap & Free Things to do on Maui)
- What is the best time to visit Oʻahu – for You?
- 13 of our Favorite Things to Do In and Around Kīhei (Maui)
- 7 Strategies to Pick the Best Tour (a real Hawaii problem)
- 11 Easy-to-make Tourist Mistakes in Hawaiʻi (and how to avoid them)
- The 10 Best Hawaiʻi Waterfalls to Swim in (all islands)
- What is the Best Time to Visit Kauaʻi?
- When is the Best Time to Visit Maui for: Budget / Weather / Crowds, and more
- 11 Great Things to Do in Līhuʻe
- Ecotourism in Hawaiʻi
- Mauna Loa Updates: Mauna Loa is no longer erupting
- 15 Best things to do in Lāhainā
- 6 Ways to Save Money when Planning a Trip to Hawaiʻi
- 13 Stunning Spots to see the Sunrise on Hawaiʻi (4 islands)
- How to visit Hawaiʻi like a local
- Where to find the best Lava tubes on Hawaiʻi
- A Beginners Guide to Snorkeling in Hawaiʻi (+12 easy snorkeling spots)
- 16 Great Places to See the Sun Set on Hawaiʻi (all islands)
- 13 Great Spots for Stargazing in Hawaiʻi (all islands)
- The 9 Best Spots to Find Sea Turtles in Hawaiʻi (All Islands)
- 14 Short (Less than 2 hours) Things to Do on Maui
- 14 Bite-sized things to do for Kauai
- 14 Fun and Bite-Sized Things to Do on Oʻahu
- 16 (short) Things to Do for your Big Island Itinerary
- 19 Great Books about Hawaiʻi to Read Before your Trip
- Big Island or Kauaʻi, which is better?
- Maui or Kauaʻi, which is better?
- Oʻahu or Kauaʻi, which is better?
- Big Island or Maui, which is better?
- O‘ahu or Maui, which is better?
- O‘ahu or the Big Island, which is better?
- COVID-19 and your trip to Hawai‘i
- Haumea: Dwarf Planet and Hawaiian Goddess
- The 8 climate zones on the Big Island
- Hawaii’s State Anthem: Hawai’i Pono’i
- Hawaii Trivia Quiz (10 questions)
- Hawaii, the Earthquake State?
- 6 Great Whale Watching Tips
- Whale Watching 101
- The Volcanic History of the Big Island
- Lunar Eclipse 101