February 14, 2022
Over-fishing of the ocean and sustainability are two issues that are near and dear to many people in Hawai‘i. KANALOA OCTOPUS FARM aims to address at least one part of that issue by raising cephalopods for aquariums, researchers and saltwater…
February 14, 2022
Indulge in OFF-ROAD EXPLORATION behind the wheel of an all-terrain vehicle (with a guide who knows the area’s terrain, history and culture), with UMAUMA DELUXE ATV TOURS. Located in Hakalau, riders (driver’s license required for ATV operators) explore Umauma Valley…
February 14, 2022
Get a true bird’s-eye-view of the island and the thrill of a lifetime with a skydiving trip. After a sightseeing tour showcasing the hidden terrain only visible by air — including lush valleys, gushing waterfalls — it’s time for the…
February 14, 2022
End the day on a literal high note when you take PARADISE HELICOPTERS’ (paradisehelicopters.com) Sunset Experience tour. Take off from Kona International Airport and head north in the company’s Bell 407 tour helicopter. You’ll be treated to views of pristine…
February 14, 2022
Somewhere in the gap between helicopter tours and hiking has emerged a rainforest adventure called ZIPLINING. Strapped safely in a harness, the zipliner races over a series of cables. Once you’re buckled up, you’ll dip through leafy-topped old-growth trees, fl…
February 14, 2022
Designated as the state’s official team sport, OUTRIGGER CANOE RACING draws hundreds of paddlers to clubs throughout the Hawaiian Islands. However, it is more than a popular activity — it’s a culturally significant link to the legendary seafaring traditions of…
February 14, 2022
Life for Kona’s coffee pioneers wasn’t an easy one, but it was one forged in the values of honoring one’s family, independence and resourcefulness. Now, visitors to the 5.5-acre KONA COFFEE LIVING HISTORY FARM have the chance to learn first-hand…
February 14, 2022
Experience the Polynesian cultures of Hawai‘i, Tonga, Fiji and Samoa at ALOHA ADVENTURE FARMS . Located at the Kona Le‘a Plantation, home of Hōlualoa Kona coffee Co., Aloha Adventure Farms offers a suite of tours to enjoy. On the Polynesian…
February 14, 2022
Pāhoa town is the quintessential small town. Head here to get a taste of Hawai‘i of old. Pāhoa’s colorful and quaint downtown strip is filled with shops, galleries and eateries. The town’s easy-going vibe makes it the perfect place to…
February 14, 2022
Located in the historic Koehnen Building in downtown Hilo, you’ll find a portal to another, virtually untouched locale in the Pacific Ocean, rife with vibrant sea life. MOKUPAPAPA DISCOVERY CENTER brings the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands to life. The center tells…
February 14, 2022
Take 600 SPECIALTY COFFEE FARMS; add a smattering of mills, roasters, retail outlets and museums, then cluster them along 20 miles of scenic country roads, and you’ve got the makings of a SELF-GUIDED, COFFEE- TASTING TOUR. Most people begin their…
February 14, 2022
Exploring VOLCANO VILLAGE is the perfect complement to a visit to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. If you prefer to stay over, check into any of the area bed-and-breakfasts. The grand dame of them all is KĪLAUEA LODGE . The inn…