Big Island Activities

Take a trek up Hawaii's tallest peak Mauna Kea, featuring the worlds clearest night-time view.

The Island of Hawaii, commonly referred to as the Big Island, is the largest island in the Hawaiian chain and home to one of the most active volcanoes in the world Kilauea, which is situated at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Mauna Kea, the island's other natural wonder, is a dormant volcano which holds the title of world's tallest mountain at over 33,000 feet when measured from base to summit. (Its base on the sea floor is over 20,000 feet below sea level.). You won't want to miss out on this fabulous Big Island volcano tour.

The Big Island offers a unique array of world class visitor activities. A popular sightseeing activity is the Hawaii Circle Island Tour, showcasing impressive natural wonders ranging from volcanoes and tropical forests to its famous black sand beaches.

Visitors who seek an adventurous activity will enjoy the long journey up the summit of Mauna Kea. Here, the volcano provides scientists with incredibly clear skies that allow the world's largest and most powerful telescopes to observe the universe. Mauna Kea also offers thrill seekers winter snowboarding opportunities, while providing the island with a beautiful snow capped backdrop.

Golf enthusiasts will thoroughly enjoy some of Hawaii's best golf courses. The courses at Mauna Kea, Hapuna, Waikoloa, Hualalai, and Hokulia are situated on ancient lava flows tucked against rocky shoreline providing golfers with majestic scenery with a challenging layout.

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