From white to black to even green sand, the Big Island’s beaches are as diverse as its landscapes. Spend the day swimming, sunbathing, or exploring hidden coves along the coast.

Snorkel or dive in crystal-clear waters teeming with tropical fish, manta rays, and sea turtles. The Big Island offers some of Hawai‘i’s best marine encounters.

Explore lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and stark lava fields on unforgettable hikes. Whether casual walks or challenging treks, the island has trails for every adventurer.

Home to Kīlauea and Maunaloa, this UNESCO World Heritage Site showcases the island’s fiery heart. Walk through lava tubes, witness volcanic craters, and discover landscapes still being shaped today.

The dramatic northern coast of the Big Island is renowned for its stunning scenery. From cascading waterfalls to dramatic seaside cliffs to deep valleys, you can explore it all on foot and by all-wheel-drive safari truck on a Kohala waterfalls adventure. You will even have time to discover historic Hawi town.

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this award-winning snorkel cruise to historic Kealakekua Bay.

An unforgettable 35-minute journey aboard an Atlantis 48 passenger submarine, as featured in National Geographic television specials, where guests explore a 25-acre natural coral reef and its marine inhabitants. A new adventure awaits you at depths up to 100 feet. Enjoy the view in air-conditioned comfort and safety.

The rugged northwestern tip of the Big Island is remote and practically untouched by man. You can see the splendor of the lush tropical rainforests, the crater of Mauna Kea, the deep blue hues of the Pacific Ocean along the rocky and sandy shores, and towering sea cliffs, all from high above a helicopter.