Tom There are so many things to do in Big Island Hawaii! If you have followed our 13 days of travels in Hawaii, you will know that we have visited all 4 major islands of Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. In this post, we will describe the Top 4 Things to do in Big Island Hawaii!
1. Things to do in Big Island – Kona Brewing Company
Our first stop in Big Island Hawaii? Nope, not the fiery lava fields but the unique Pineapple IPA of Kona Brewing Company! We really love the casual atmosphere and tasty pub grub paired with freshly brewed beer.
Tip: To get air-conditioned seats, you’ll have to camp inside and wait for a while. Why not just let the host know that you’ll like an outdoor seat and get seated in the soonest possible time?
Address: 74-5612 Pawai Pl, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA
Opening Hours: 11am to 10pm
2. Things to do in Big Island – Kona Coffee
Kona coffee is well known not only in Hawaii but all over the world. On Big Island Hawaii, we visited both Kona Joe Coffee as well as Greenwell Farm. What we love about Kona Joe Coffee was the view over the Pacific Ocean that it offers while the intimate tour at Greenwell Farm gives guests a chance to learn about the entire coffee making process.
Tip: You’ll be able to taste all the different types of coffee at both Kona Coffee plantations before you choose to purchase them. Packaging at Greenwell Farm even have packaging with holes that even allows guests to smell the aroma of the coffee.
Kona Joe Coffee LLC
Address: 79-7346 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI 96750, USA
Opening Hours: 8am to 5pm
Greenwell Farms Inc
Address: 81-6581 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI 96750, USA
Opening Hours: 8am to 4pm
3. Things to do in Big Island – Snorkeling at Two Steps Honaunau
The cool thing about about snorkeling at Two Steps Honaunau Bay is that the deep waters offshore is literally two steps away. Just walk towards the edge of the cliffs, take one huge step drop into the water and then a second, you’ll be soon snorkeling with the diverse marine life off Honaunau Bay!
Tip: Try to come before 9am so secure a parking lot. When we were there at about 8am, there were already several snorkelers who had already completed their expedition!
Address: State Hwy 160, Hōnaunau, HI 96726, USA
Opening Hours: 7am to 7pm
4. Things to do in Big Island – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Lava Entry
Depending on the time of the year that you’re visiting, there are two main things to do in Big Island Hawaii. One of the biggest things to do in Big Island is of course swimming with the mantras. However, as adventurous travelers, we decided to watch the lava entry at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park! Though it was a treacherous 5 hours hike in total (remember to bring lots of water to keep yourself hydrated), over uneven and undulating paths (resulting in ugly and painful blisters), it was still rewarding to have done it and seen the “live” moving lava.
Tip: Park on the east side of the viewing point and cycle instead of crossing the lava fields to avoid the treacherous hike to the lava entry viewing point. Also, ask a friendly park ranger where the “live” moving lavas are and head over to experience it.
Address: 1 Crater Rim Drive Hawaii National Park, HI 96718
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
We hope you have enjoyed our coverage of the Top 4 Things to do in Big Island Hawaii! For the complete coverage, check out our 13 days travels in Hawaii!
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Travel Hawaii in 13 days: Arrival in Honolulu Oahu Day 6
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Travel Hawaii in 13 days: Hanauma Bay & Maui Brewing Day 8!
Travel Hawaii in 13 days: Dole Plantation Oahu Day 9!
Travel Hawaii in 13 days: Chilling at Kauai Shores Day 10
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