Time Out list of things to do on the Big Island — good list activities
Tea Ceremony — Alex Rose hosts meditative tea ceremonies at his office in Waimea
Hapuna Beach — one of the world’s most beautiful beaches
Kua Bay — public access or golf cart from Kukio
Pinetrees Beach — best beach for surfing
Puʻukoholā Heiau — watch the video documenting history of Hawaiian islands
Pu’u Wa’awa’a Hiking Trail — 6.5 miles, best hard hike on island
Pololu Valley — casual hike down the ocean
Waipio Valley lookout — bring 4 wheel drive if you want to go to the bottom
Botanical Gardens — nice easy day trip
Honoka'a Town — on your way to Waipio or Botanical Gardens
Chocolate Farm tour — near Honoka’a
Mauna Kea Observatory — full day adventure
Waimea Farmers Markets — very popular on weekends
Big Island Helicopter Tour — see the volcano from the sky