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You have to come here to enjoy many unforgettable Big Island Hawaii attractions that will take your breath away! You have to come here to share an appreciation of the miraculous interplay of aina, kai and ola (land, sea, and life) unique to Hawaii.
Hawaii’s Big Island lives up to its name, so you may want to consider
Big Island car rental to really get the most out of your visit.
Why?
Because Hawaii’s Big Island has more coastline than any other of the islands. This means lots more opportunities for ocean adventures.
Do you like snorkeling or scuba diving?
Then for you, one of the best of all Big Island Hawaii attractions will be the excitement of swimming with the Manta Rays at night off the Kona Coast. It is an awesome experience!
Often called "butterflies of the sea" or "ocean angels" - they are harmless, as they don’t have teeth and don’t have a stinger, like the Sting Ray.
Manta Rays feed on tiny plankton as they swoop down through the water. Their giant, up to 20-foot wingspans and agile, graceful movements are truly memorizing.
The best way to interact with these gentle, majestic creatures is to dive with them - find out more about Manta Ray Night Snorkel Dive here!
For off-beach snorkeling, the shallow calm waters of the Cook Bay are the perfect place to enjoy Big Island Hawaii attractions with your kids! Experience fields of coral providing shelter and food to a wide variety of tropical reef fish, dolphins, turtles, and whales during the winter season.
Check here the details of a well-planned Snorkel Cruise at James Cook Bay, which can last 4-5 hours, either in the morning or afternoon. There are reduced prices for children, kids under 3 even go for free. After a few hours snorkeling and using all the water toys available, including the water slide, sit back and enjoy complimentary Hawaiian fruits, light snacks, or even wine & beer.
How cool is that??
Another popular adventure among the Big Island Hawaii attractions is to hike or horseback ride to the sacred Waipio Valley, the "Valley of the Kings". Many of the ancient royals are believed to be buried in this valley - the boyhood home of King Kamehamehaand.
While exploring its fertile valleys rivers and taro fields, a short uphill hike at the Akaka Falls State Park in northeastern Hamakua will lead you to 2 spectacular waterfalls.
One of them is the towering Akaka Falls, which plummets 442 ft. into a stream-eroded gorge while displaying beautiful rainbows.
Check now the Hiking Waipio Valley Tour to see what's included, how long it lasts, how much it is and to read what people have to say about this tour.
Why do we highly recommend these impeccably organized guided tours?
Because the operators have a most reliable service with highly knowledgeable guides and the lowest rates. Take a look at the other guided hiking & nature tours or horseback rides available at Hawaii’s biggest and most reliable tour provider and see for yourself!
Want more Big Island Hawaii attractions?
Go horseback riding with the paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) at the working Kahua Ranch and enjoy sharing stories and line dancing at a camp fire barbecue. Or, ride through old stone corrals where once 5,000 cattle were herded from Mauna Kea at the historic John Parker Ranch. Before you leave, stop to visit the two historic homes - Puuopelu and Mana.
The latter was the home of John Parker, who befriended a king, married a Hawaiian princess and founded one of the largest cattle ranches in the country.
Do you prefer night time entertainment?
You must experience the Royal Kona Luau Show - a traditional Hawaiian show at the edge of the ocean - Kona’s only oceanfront Luau.
You can watch different forms of hula dancing, Polynesian story telling through chanting and drumming, Samoan fire knife dance and Tahitian hip-shaking tamure.
Enjoy an open bar and plenty of time-honored Luau dishes among which kalua puaa, lomi salmon, kona broil are just a few.
However, you must reserve your spot well-in advance, as these impressive Big Island Hawaii attractions are sold out weeks ahead.
Here are the the Top 10 Big Island Hawaii Attractions. You will find more on these Hawaiian extravaganzas and options to book online.
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