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Hawaii Tropical

Bioreserve & Garden

Beautiful collection of native and adapted tropical plants with over a mile of nature trails, learning opportunities and a great visitor center. The drive to the garden along Old Mamalahoa Hwy is stunning.

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Maku'u Farmers Market

Lots of local art, crafts, food and music. Located in Pahoa, about 6 miles away from Hale Kailani. This is a must do. Expect to pay a small fee for parking and prepare to find some great souvenirs.

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Town of Hilo

Honestly we haven't been to every store in Hilo. Each time is a new adventure with plenty of gift shops and places to eat. Some of our favorites are Hulakai, The Hawaiian Force, and Island Nation.

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The Umauma

Experience

Zipline, ATV or Waterfall Rappel, located about 30 min. north of Hilo. A full of fun activities. Umauma Falls is breathtaking. The grounds offer a small botanical garden and some local food crops.

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Hooked on Kona

Sports Fishing Charter

We like to go to the Kona side for charter fishing, the water is a little more calm. Most boats offer mornings, afternoons or full days. Optional catch and release or have your fresh catch packed up to take home.

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Makana Lani

Charters

We have gone out with Captain Kenny Fogarty a couple of times, these were great experiences. while waiting for the big fish to bite we enjoyed bottle nose dolphins, whales and fish stories.

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Town of Hawi

Located north of Hilo on the Kohala Coast. This small town is a hidden gem. Totally worth stopping to explore the local art, shops and little restaurants. Truly appreciate the rural culture.

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Fissure 8

(2018 lava flow)

Venture down the new highway 132 that was 'rebuild' over the lava flow. Also be sure to visit Pohoiki is officially known as Isaac Hale Beach Park - truly amazing.

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Hawaii Volcanos

National Park

You can not visit the Big Island without going to the Hawaii Volcanos National Park. Check the website prior to visiting as open areas are still in flux due to safety concerns. Check out lodging and dining at the Volcano House.

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Punalu'u Beach

(Black sand beach)

This is another must see. The entire beach is black sand. There are often green sea turtles lounging on the beach, be sure to keep 10' to 15' away, as they are endangered.

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Punalu'u Bake

Shop

Our favorite Portuguese sweet bread, and other other goodies. This bake shop is also the southern-most bakery in the US. Check out their little gift shop for more souvenirs.

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Papakolea Beach

(Green sand beach)

One of just a few in the world, this green sand beach is worth the hike. If you are not up for the hike to the beach you can find locals for hire to shuttle you to and from, you will see them in their trucks in the parking area. A good 4x4 can also make the drive.

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Hawaii Tropical

Bioreserve & Garden

Maku'u Farmers Market

Town of Hilo

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The Umauma

Experience

Hooked on Kona

Sports Fishing Charter

Makana Lani

Charters

Town of Hawi

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Fissure 8

(2018 lava flow)

Hawaii Volcanos

National Park

Punalu'u Beach

(Black sand beach)

Punalu'u Bake

Shop

Papakolea Beach

(Green sand beach)