Island of Hawaii

Island of Hawaiʻi

Welcome to the Island of Hawaiʻi

The island of Hawaiʻi is the youngest and largest island in the Hawaiian chain. Nearly twice as big as all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined (hence, its nickname, “Big Island”), its sheer size is awe-inspiring. You can travel through all but four of the world's different climate zones here, ranging from Wet Tropical to Polar Tundra, a result of the shielding effect and elevations of the massive volcanoes Maunakea and Maunaloa. From the many geological features at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park to the snow-capped heights of Maunakea; from the lush valleys of the Hilo and Hāmākua Coasts to the jet-black sands of Punaluʻu Beach, the island of Hawaiʻi is an unrivaled expression of the power of nature. However you decide to experience the island, it is sure to leave you humbled! Check out the island of Hawaiʻi's regions to explore this vast island. 

Things to Do on the Island of Hawaiʻi

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Beaches of Hawai‘i

Although the relative youth of the island of Hawai‘i means fewer and smaller beaches along its coast, even the most seasoned beachcombers will find that the unique features of each one will quickly surpass their expectations!

 

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Land Activities

From authentic cultural experiences to ziplining, there are lots of things to see and do around the island of Hawai‘i.

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Water Activities

From diving with manta rays to paddleboarding in a scenic bay, there are lots of ways to enjoy some time in or on the water.

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Mele Kaʻapuni no Keawe Kū i ka Moku

Hear a Hawaiian Chant

This traveling mele (chant) takes us around the island of Hawai‘i to certain places that are special to composer, Kamaka Kukona and his kumu hula's (hula teacher) ‘ohana (family). The uahi a ka wahine (smoky ash hued sky of Pele) in the first verse takes us up to Kīlauea, a spot they frequent for hula, while the second verse onward speaks of the birth places of Kukona's kumu hula's family members from Waimea all the way back to Hilo.

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Island of Hawaiʻi Travel Information

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Getting Around

Transportation
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Weather

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The Hawaiian Islands Weather

Kauaʻi

Poipu, Kauaʻi

Today 小雨 77°F 25°C
18/09 Thu 小雨 81°F27°C
19/09 Fri 薄い雲 82°F28°C
20/09 Sat 晴天 83°F28°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 82°F28°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 82°F28°C

Līhuʻe

Today 曇りがち 77°F 25°C
18/09 Thu 小雨 81°F27°C
19/09 Fri 薄い雲 82°F28°C
20/09 Sat 晴天 83°F28°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 81°F27°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 82°F28°C

Kapaʻa

Today 小雨 74°F 23°C
18/09 Thu 小雨 80°F26°C
19/09 Fri 薄い雲 80°F27°C
20/09 Sat 晴天 81°F27°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 80°F27°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 80°F27°C

Honolulu, Oʻahu

Today 小雨 78°F 26°C
18/09 Thu 薄い雲 81°F27°C
19/09 Fri 晴天 82°F27°C
20/09 Sat 薄い雲 82°F28°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 82°F28°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 82°F28°C

West Side

Today 小雨 76°F 24°C
18/09 Thu 雲 82°F28°C
19/09 Fri 晴天 82°F28°C
20/09 Sat 晴天 83°F28°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 82°F28°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 82°F28°C

North Shore (Turtle Bay)

Today 小雨 77°F 25°C
18/09 Thu 薄い雲 80°F27°C
19/09 Fri 晴天 80°F27°C
20/09 Sat 小雨 80°F27°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 80°F27°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 80°F27°C

Hoʻolehua, Molokaʻi

Today 晴天 76°F 24°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 78°F26°C
19/09 Fri 小雨 78°F26°C
20/09 Sat 薄い雲 78°F26°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 78°F26°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 79°F26°C

Molokaʻi Airport

Today 晴天 76°F 24°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 78°F26°C
19/09 Fri 小雨 78°F26°C
20/09 Sat 薄い雲 78°F26°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 78°F26°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 79°F26°C

Kaunakakai City

Today 晴天 77°F 25°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 80°F27°C
19/09 Fri 小雨 80°F26°C
20/09 Sat 晴天 80°F27°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 80°F27°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 80°F27°C

Lānaʻi City, Lānaʻi

Today 晴天 71°F 22°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 77°F25°C
19/09 Fri 曇りがち 77°F25°C
20/09 Sat 薄い雲 76°F25°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 76°F25°C
22/09 Mon 晴天 76°F24°C

Manele Bay Beach

Today 薄い雲 76°F 24°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 84°F29°C
19/09 Fri 厚い雲 84°F29°C
20/09 Sat 厚い雲 84°F29°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 84°F29°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 84°F29°C

Lānaʻi Airport

Today 晴天 71°F 22°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 77°F25°C
19/09 Fri 曇りがち 77°F25°C
20/09 Sat 薄い雲 76°F25°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 76°F25°C
22/09 Mon 晴天 76°F24°C

Kahului Airport, Maui

Today 薄い雲 76°F 25°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 81°F27°C
19/09 Fri 曇りがち 81°F27°C
20/09 Sat 雲 82°F28°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 81°F27°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 81°F27°C

Whalers Village in Kaʻanapali

Today 晴天 77°F 25°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 80°F27°C
19/09 Fri 曇りがち 80°F27°C
20/09 Sat 薄い雲 80°F27°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 80°F27°C
22/09 Mon 晴天 81°F27°C

The Shops at Wailea in Wailea

Today 晴天 76°F 25°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 84°F29°C
19/09 Fri 曇りがち 82°F28°C
20/09 Sat 曇りがち 85°F29°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 83°F28°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 82°F28°C

Hilo, Hawaiʻi

Today 曇りがち 73°F 23°C
18/09 Thu 小雨 79°F26°C
19/09 Fri 曇りがち 79°F26°C
20/09 Sat 厚い雲 79°F26°C
21/09 Sun 適度な雨 80°F26°C
22/09 Mon 薄い雲 80°F27°C

Kailua/Kona

Today 晴天 75°F 24°C
18/09 Thu 薄い雲 80°F27°C
19/09 Fri 厚い雲 81°F27°C
20/09 Sat 厚い雲 81°F27°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 80°F27°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 81°F27°C

Puakō

Today 薄い雲 76°F 24°C
18/09 Thu 晴天 85°F29°C
19/09 Fri 厚い雲 84°F29°C
20/09 Sat 厚い雲 84°F29°C
21/09 Sun 小雨 84°F29°C
22/09 Mon 小雨 84°F29°C

Travel Pono Pledge

Travel Pono Pledge

One’s love for the planet is an inseverable relationship. Please take the island of Hawaiʻi Pono Pledge and ask your friends and family to do the same.

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