5 Can't Miss Big Island Things to Do (Island of Hawaii)

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  • čas přidán 5. 07. 2024
  • You can miss these Big Island things to do but then why did you go to Hawaii? Have fun with these activities! See below for all the links we mentioned!
    Here are links for more information on these awesome can’t miss things to do on the Big Island! Plus, check out our Big Island itinerary.
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    WHALE WATCHING TOURS!
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  • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
    @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 11 měsíci +4

    Thanks for listening to our opinions! Share your can't miss experience when you visit the Big Island. Help out those first timers to Hawaii. Thanks for watching!

    • @derbagger22
      @derbagger22 Před 11 měsíci

      For me, the manta rays were 1B to taking a Jeep to the top of Mauna Kea for sunset and then stargazing. The pictures I have are just insane....

  • @windsongdesigns6655
    @windsongdesigns6655 Před 11 měsíci +5

    Swimming with the manta rays sounds amazing. I visited the Big Island decades ago and loved it. Thanks for sharing Hawaii with us. Cheers from Canada.

  • @toddf7582
    @toddf7582 Před 11 měsíci +6

    Definitely agree with the night time snorkeling with the manta rays. That was amazing! I’ve only been to that black sand beach twice, but each time had six turtles sunning themselves. January when I was there, I did a hike around south beach, and the southern tip of the island. Agree with the list!

  • @nameremoved8587
    @nameremoved8587 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Just got back from the big island last week after a 2 week stay.. we did every one of these things and more (except the whales of course)... I'd say Zipline at Botanical World Adventures is a can't miss. That was my wife's favorite.
    Also, this video made me miss hawaii again, thanks for making me cry.

  • @sunitamaharaj2853
    @sunitamaharaj2853 Před 11 měsíci +3

    My next trip to Hawaii will definitely be The Big Island...you guys make it look so fantastic.

  • @Theman26642
    @Theman26642 Před měsícem +1

    Highly recommend a drive to Hawi, Waimea's famer's market, and coffee farm tours.

  • @jonathanmietzner8003
    @jonathanmietzner8003 Před 11 měsíci +3

    I completely agree with your top four suggestions. My wife and I brought her sister and husband with us to Hawaii in June for their 30th anniversary. We did the top four suggestions based on our past visits, along with many other things, which they thoroughly enjoyed. Mahalo for your continued recommendations for the islands.

  • @stargazer5073
    @stargazer5073 Před 11 měsíci +3

    We TRUST your opinion! Great job....focus on the positive comments.

  • @allene2307
    @allene2307 Před 11 měsíci +11

    Why did you have to release this video while I'm in my office working on a Saturday??!! I'd rather be at Volcanoes NP or Kona. I miss the Big Island soooo much.

  • @amandaweaver2086
    @amandaweaver2086 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Dude nailing it with last vids because they lined up with my trip. Finishing up a week Oahu today and hopping to the Big Island today.

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 11 měsíci

      I hope the Big Island is making for a good vacation. A ton of good historical parks there too. Have a great trip (if still there).

  • @suehofkamp8594
    @suehofkamp8594 Před 4 měsíci +1

    My can’t miss experience is zip lining over the waterfalls. Also relaxing at the nice resorts on the Kohala Coast.

  • @dirkgibbens377
    @dirkgibbens377 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I’m on Kauai at the moment, flying to big island in a couple of hours (Feb 21, 2024). I am booked for nighttime snorkeling with manta rays romorrow night, and half-day boat trip/snorkeling at Capt Cook (K-bay) the following morning. Can’t wait!!

  • @TraderJoe26
    @TraderJoe26 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Waipi’o Valley beach absolute must whenever they fix the road(temporary closed) and Malalawena beach. Also puna trail guaranteed to see turtles, not busy but grail is muddy with roots and lava flow so good water shoe with hard sole is a must or waterproof hiking footwear

  • @chrismarcotte4241
    @chrismarcotte4241 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Akaka Falls loop trail is a MUST see north of Hilo inland on the Hamakua Coast!!

  • @wnmech6495
    @wnmech6495 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Last time we flew from Maui over to the big island we had a helicopter tour planned to see the volcano then land at one of the coffee plantations but unfortunately it got rained out but we did drive to the volcano National park and it was awesome.

  • @TraderJoe26
    @TraderJoe26 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Captain cook snorkeling #1 for sure

  • @brianarmstrong8071
    @brianarmstrong8071 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Love your tips, you two are the best. I have snorkeled at 6 Hawaiian islands now and I think that 2-Steps is the best I have seen with regard to the number and colors of fish. I didn't love the night manta ray diving. The rays are magnificent but I don't love being herded in tours. However, when I stayed at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel we went out from the shore at night and swam with the manta. That seemed more natural and was a once in a lifetime type of experience. Love and aloha.

  • @timsullivan4687
    @timsullivan4687 Před 11 měsíci +2

    I haven't been on the Big Island since 82, did Maui, Oahu and Big Island back then (in 1 week) and was back in Oahu in 15....looking at the Big Island for a next trip...so thanks for this

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 11 měsíci +1

      41 years is too long. Enjoy the Big Island and thanks for watching!

    • @timsullivan4687
      @timsullivan4687 Před 11 měsíci

      @@TheHawaiiVacationGuide the problem tho is that I dont remember anything Maui or the big island...I THINK that Oahu might have been the last island on the trip back in 82 and that's why I remembered it more...but in 15 when I went back to Oahu, I took my friend who had never left the mainland before so obviously Oahu...the "tourist island" was the place to go...but IF we go again, we're going to bring his niece who ALSO has never left the mainland either, so I'm not sure what to do lol

  • @noramirulirfan1288
    @noramirulirfan1288 Před 11 měsíci +2

    you guys are amazing.

  • @brewcitykid19
    @brewcitykid19 Před 11 měsíci +5

    I would add green sand beach it was majestic. You guys do a awesome job must of watched all your videos before we went in March.

    • @rosey8810
      @rosey8810 Před 11 měsíci +2

      That was fun, but boy oh boy the truck ride to get there!😨

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Thanks for watching and still watching after your trip. Thanks for the recommendation too!

    • @TropicalPassionFruit
      @TropicalPassionFruit Před měsícem +1

      It’s the truck ride that is an unforgettable experience! The green sand beach is so unique. Only four green sand beaches in the world.

  • @susanwhite5825
    @susanwhite5825 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Love to go in March and whale watch right from our lanai and whale watch while golfing. Great courses on Big Island.

  • @LivingmyBestlife8
    @LivingmyBestlife8 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Thank you for all your videos! You both made my trip to Maui with 7 kids amazing! Especially the van rental! Your tip help are trip go smoothly !

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 11 měsíci +1

      That’s great to hear. Maui with kids is fun. Great job going with seven!

  • @bobmclennan1727
    @bobmclennan1727 Před 11 měsíci +1

    You guys nailed it as usual. All of this stuff is not only amazing, but it's so amazing that you immediately want to go back and do it all again.
    We got a little hampered on our Captain Cook kayak adventure by a very large tour boat taking up a LOT of "real estate" right off the shore while we were there, but the water and animals were still beautiful.
    A word of additional advice for anyone planning to visit Volcanoes National Park, especially if you're going to be staying at the lodge or an airbnb in the area: stock up on food and supplies before you leave Hilo. The park itself and the surrounding population are very very sparse, which is overall a good thing! The disadvantage is that you could be SOL if you run out of toilet paper or need bug spray or just want a snack, but the very small stores may not have what you need (they also close early on weekends.) Again: it's great that the region is so quiet and isolated; just don't plan on being able to run out for something and be back in ten minutes.

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Thanks for watching and for the tips. We’ve had that happen to us in Volcano with kids. Few places were open for dinner and if they were open, they were full.

  • @rosey8810
    @rosey8810 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Add Manini'owali Beach (Kua Bay) & a trip to the top of Maunakea (we did the sunset/stars tour). Absolutely my favorite island ever.

  • @tinastrickland354
    @tinastrickland354 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Just booked our 2nd trip to the Big Island. We will be going in February. We went in February of 2012 for our 25th Wedding anniversary. Couldn't go for our 35th because of covid. So we are going on our 37th Wedding Anniversary!

  • @Superonline705
    @Superonline705 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Congrats for 100k subscribers

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 11 měsíci

      Thank you so much 😀 It is a vanity metric but we are very excited to see the channel hit the milestone. I jumped a little when it happened.

    • @Superonline705
      @Superonline705 Před 11 měsíci

      ​@@TheHawaiiVacationGuideHow do I travel to my favorite country of Hawaii?? Can you help in this regard??

  • @psaw
    @psaw Před 5 měsíci

    Do you have recommendations for kayak rentals to Captain Cook? We are going in Feb and are looking into that option. Bought your itinerary too 🤙

  • @pkoster5874
    @pkoster5874 Před 6 měsíci

    New visitors to Hawaii might feel a little underwhelmed, especially the Kona side with the Queen K and nothing but Lava on both sides. But if you get to know the island it's actually the best island of Hawaii in my opinion. Been there several times a hopefully more to follow.

  • @rollercoasterfweak
    @rollercoasterfweak Před 11 měsíci

    For beer drinkers, Ola Brewing and Big Island Brewhaus are the two best companies in the state in my opinion. Its a must for those who drink a brew or like microbrews. Skip anything Kona related.

  • @emmatrauberman1686
    @emmatrauberman1686 Před 12 dny +1

    I’m going to the Big Island to meet my older sister for the 1st time.

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 10 dny

      That is wonderful! Enjoy the family reunion. Good idea to do some research first.

  • @Superonline705
    @Superonline705 Před 11 měsíci

    How do I travel to my favorite country of Hawaii?? Can you help in this regard??

  • @billhobartclairvoyantmedium
    @billhobartclairvoyantmedium Před 11 měsíci +1

    Great vid! How do both of you so young Jordan looks about 27 Erica 25...what's the secret?

  • @phanimadha
    @phanimadha Před 7 měsíci +1

    this is great channel to follow for a fistimer like me.
    Planning to visit From India in FEB 2024, for 12 days,
    planning Oahu, Big Island and Maui.
    also, seasoned travellers, please hit me up with what to do and where to stay
    and best deals to save a buck

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 7 měsíci

      check out our website for all that information! thehawaiivacationguide.com/ or sign up for our newsletter that comes out every two weeks. Thanks for watching and have a great trip to Hawaii!

  • @neilyahdeveaux3075
    @neilyahdeveaux3075 Před 11 měsíci

    What is the name of the airport?

  • @lottiekeohuloa3805
    @lottiekeohuloa3805 Před 11 měsíci

    How about NOt exposing some things. Coming from a kanaka maoli.

  • @EjonT30
    @EjonT30 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Have you guys been to the Hawaiian Vanilla co? Have you done the luncheon and tour? I want to do it but I want to get a residents opinion of it first. @TheHawaiiVacationGuide

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 5 měsíci

      We have! We did the tour after a reader recommended the lunch. They loved it and we learned a lot. See here and an unlisted video on it. thehawaiivacationguide.com/activities/hawaiian-vanilla-tour/