Top Things to Do on the Big Island of Hawaii

The Island of Hawaii, also known as The Big Island, offers a wide assortment of visitor activities, sights, and attractions. We list some of the best things to do on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Take a Circle Island Tour

Hawaii's largest island offers a wide variety of sights and attractions to experience. The Big Island boasts some of Hawaii's most diverse and natural wonders ranging from its world famous black sand beaches to its active volcanoes. The Big Island features seven ecological zones and a number of photo-worthy moments. A guided tour will allow you to experience the Big Island's most popular scenic attractions in a single day while having a personal guide explaining each attraction's significance accompanied with interesting facts. A few areas worth exploring include: Kailua Town, Kona Coffee Store, Kealakekua Bay Overlook, Punaluu Black Sand Beach, Volcanoes National Park Volcano House, Jagger Museum, Kilauea Iki Crater, Thurston Lava Tube, Steam Bluffs, Fern Tree Jungle, Big Island Candies Factory, Rainbow Falls, Orchid Nursery, Hamakua Coast, and the Parker Ranch Outlet Store.

Big Island: Grand Circle Island Tour - (Originate from Kailua-Kona Keahou)

Big Island: Grand Circle Island Tour - (Originate from Waikoloa/Mauna Lani/Mauna Kea/Hapuna)

Take a Volcano Tour

Kilauea volcano, which is has been erupting since 1983, is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. This powerful Big Island attraction is definitely a must see for any visitor to Hawaii Island. The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, located on the southeastern end of the Big Island, is your gateway to Hawaiian stories, volcanic artifacts, and if you're lucky, may even offer you a glimpse of Kilauea's active lava flows. A few points of interest include the Volcano House, Kilauea Iki Crater, and Jagger Museum.

Big Island Volcano Tour and Lava Walk - (From Hilo hotels only)