Big Island, also called the Island of Hawaii, is the largest and youngest island in the archipelago, and a place of many stories and legends. You can experience eight climatic zones as you travel around the island. Emerald coasts, majestic volcanic mountains, stark lava deserts, rolling pastureland and misty valleys make for an incredible variety of experiences. Big Island is home to Mauna Kea, the world’s tallest mountain when measured from the ocean floor, and a great place for stargazing. Kilauea, the world’s most active volcano, spewing molten lava consistently since 1983, is a great place to take a lava viewing tour. Be sure to visit Puako Petroglyph Archaeological District, with its 3,000 petroglyphs.
Highlights
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Mauna Kea & Kilauea Volcano
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Puako Petroglyph Archaeological District
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Kona Coffee Plantations
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Helicopter Tours
Recommended Hawaii Vacations
Places to Stay
Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel is ideally located close to downtown Kona. Within easy reach of popular attractions, this resort-style establishment ensures an enjoyable beach getaway.
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo – a DoubleTree by Hilton sits tucked into the lush landscape along the waterfront at Hilo Bay on the Big Island. Close to popular natural attractions, this resort-style property offers a comfortable stay in spacious ensuite rooms.
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection, is ideally located on a sandy beach along Kauna’oa Bay. Close to popular attractions of the Kohala Coast, this resort-style property offers a relaxed Hawaiian getaway. Find spacious ensuite rooms with contemporary decor, some with ocean views.
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