Hawaiʻi County

A county covering the entire Island of Hawaiʻi (the Big Island), known for its active volcanoes, black-sand beaches and varied climate zones.

Hawaiʻi County is the Island of Hawaiʻi (the Big Island), the largest of the Hawaiian Islands, with diverse terrain ranging from tropical rainforest and volcanic wasteland to snowcapped peaks. Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park lets you see Kīlauea's crater and lava landscapes, while the summit of Mauna Kea is a world-class astronomical observation site for sunsets and stargazing. On the east side, Hilo is rainy, with waterfalls and botanical gardens nearby; on the west side, Kona is sunny and ideal for snorkeling and coffee-farm visits; and in the south there are black-sand beaches where you can see sea turtles. The island can be visited year-round. The gateways are Kona International Airport and Hilo International Airport, and driving is the most convenient way to get around.

Destinations

• Hawaiʻi Island (Hilo & Volcanoes)
• Kailua-Kona

Itineraries

• Big Island Loop: Kona to Hilo – A one-way road trip around the Big Island, starting from Kona and traveling via Kohala, South Point, and Volcano to Hil…
• Hawaii Three-Island Tour: Oahu, Maui & Big Island – Fly into Honolulu and out of Kona, connecting the main highlights of three islands with two inter-island flights.