Big Island Things to Do
The Big Island’s size and diversified climate means there is a lot of activities and entertainment to participate in. From hiking to rodeos to scuba to snowboarding, the Big Island offers just about everything.
One of my favorite resources for things to do, featuring “nature and culture based experiences”, is Alternative-Hawaii. Another of my favorite resources is InstantHawaii.com, featuring information about Hikes, Parks, Trails, Scenic Drives and more.
Below is just a small list of activities that are available to visitors and residents of the Big Island:
- Hundreds of miles of hiking trails and mountain bike trails
- Volcanically heated swimming areas
- Surfing and body boarding
- Scuba and snorkeling
- Playing with red hot lava
- Parasailing
- Shore fishing and deep sea fishing
- Boat cruises
- Stargazing and Astronomy shows
- Cavern and Lava Tube tours and clubs
- Luaus
- Golfing (18 golf courses)
- Tennis
- Museums
- Off-roading
- Hunting
- Rafting and flume rides
- Petroglyph sites
- Flower and Tropical gardens
- Music
- Whale and Dolphin watching
- Helicopter tours
- Wineries and Coffee plantation tours
- Horseback riding and rodeos
- Kayaking and Canoeing
- Bird watching
- Farmers Market
- Shopping, shopping and more shopping