Explore the Island
Local Activities
While the island is fairly small we wanted to point out a collection of activities and experiences to do on the Hamakua side of the island. These are all within 30 minutes of the home, where the red heart is on the map. The following items are located on the Eastern coast between Hamakua, Hilo and the South Point.
Liliuokalani Gardens is the largest authentic Edo-style ornamental garden outside Japan.
The famous Hilo Farmers Market is known as one of the best Farmer’s market for cooks in the U.S.
Panaewa Rainforest Zoo is the only tropical zoo in the United States, home to over 80 different animal species.
Witness the growing, harvesting and processing of Mauna Loa Macadamia Nuts into many Mauna Loa products.
Punalu’u Beach is one of the most famous Black sand beaches in Hawaii.
If you are brave enough, the cliffs at Southpoint are a prime jumping spot with a 40 foot drop and water 20 feet deep.
Learn the basics of what it feels like to outrigger and learn about Hawaiian history and folklore.
