Hawaii Itinerary 10 Days: Best Things to Do on the Big Island

Traveling to Hawaii is everyone’s dream, and the different Hawaii islands have plenty to offer to all expectations. What to do in Hawaii really depends on what you are looking for, and a Hawaii itinerary can be as varied as a camping trip to a week-long spa treat, scuba-diving to watching a traditional hula show. Our Hawaii Itinerary is for outdoor enthusiasts that want to explore Big Island things to do.

Hiking in Volcanoes National Park

Hawaii Itinerary: 10 Days

Day 1: Arrive in Kona Airport
Day 2-3: Dive south of Kona in the famous scuba-diving spots like Two Steps, or watch Manta Rays during night dive
Day 4: Drive from Kona to the Volcanoes National Park, stopping at the beaches
Day 5-7: Explore the Volcanoes National Park, spending one day driving around, and two on a trek to some of the more remote areas of the park
Day 8: Take a sightseeing helicopter tour from Hilo to observe the volcanoes from high above
Day 9: Drive north of Hilo to explore the coast, and return to Kona
Day 10: Chill in the morning before taking a flight back home

Helicopter ride over Napau Crater

Best Things to Do on the Big Island

Dive or learn to dive
Board a helicopter ride over the volcanoes
Hike in the Volcanoes National Park
Kayak around Captain Cook Monument in Kealakekua Bay.
Learn about the island’s history at the Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
Swim in Ho‘okena Beach Park or Punalu’u Black Sand Beach
Watch the stars from the Mauna Koa
Enjoy the remoteness of the Waipio Beach
Admire the Akaka Falls

Waipio Valley

More details will come shortly to provide complete information about our trip, including travel tips and how to organize your Big Island Hawaii Itinerary.

For now, here are some Big Island photos that will make you want to pack and go right away to Hawaii!

Night dive with manta rays of the Kona Coast

Akaka Falls

Ferns in the Volcanoes National Park rainforest

Tiki Gods, Puuhonua o Honaunau National Park

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