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Travel Itinerary:
One Week on the Big Island
When planning their Big Island
vacation, many visitors do not anticipate the huge size of the island
and how much there is to see. We recommend one week on the Big
Island - this will allow you to see the attractions and still not feel
rushed. Below is a sample itinerary for a one week visit to the
Big Island. Because these schedules are just rough guidelines, we
have omitted times to allow you more flexibility in planning.
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Kealakekua Bay Kayak +
Snorkel
(day 5) |
 Rent
a kayak and drive to Kealakekua Bay in South Kona. Kayak
across the bay to the Captain Cook Monument and snorkel in the
marine sanctuary area. Bring food and water with you and
spend all day enjoying the bay. |
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Honaunau Snorkel +
Explore
(day 6) |
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Drive to Honaunau (Place of
Refuge) in South Kona. The bay and shore area is located
adjacent to the National Park. |
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Snorkel or SCUBA dive in the clear
waters at Honaunau.
You may see the turtles or Spinner Dolphins. |
 Afterwards,
go over to the Puuhonua o Honaunau
National Park (admission fee) and explore the preserved
ancient Hawaiian village and trail. |
 If
you are up for the challenge, kayak around the point to the
sea caves near Honaunau |
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North Kohala Hiking
(day 7) |
 Drive
north to the end of Highway 270 in North Kohala and you will
reach the Pololu Valley Lookout.
The road ends here, but you can hike down into and explore the
valley and black sand beach below. |
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On the way back, stop in Hawi for
lunch at the Bamboo Restaurant |
 If
you have time and energy left on your way home, stop on Highway
19 and hike from the road to the scenic
Kiholo Bay |
For more help in planning your trip, check out our articles below:
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