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4028 square miles of pure adventure.

Craving adventure, wild beauty and uncrowded Hawaiian splendor?

Hawai‘i's Big Island is the ultimate experience. Stroll beaches where sea turtles outnumber people, gaze at stars that inspire dreamers, and scientists, and witness Kilauea's ongoing molten flow. Pele, Hawai‘i's volcano goddess, continues her path to the sea, beginning at Kilauea Volcano in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park – Hawai‘i's only World Heritage Site – down slope to her ocean entry in Coastal Puna.

Never has there been a more exciting time to visit Hawai‘i's most adventurous island, the Island of Hawai‘i. A diversity of climates, unparalleled cuisine, and accommodations that range from budget-friendly to decidedly luxe await you. Waterfalls, black sand beaches and mile after mile of family-run coffee farms, sweeping ocean views and snorkeling and diving sites are around every corner.

From natural wonders to uncommon luxuries, discover more of what you come to Hawai‘i for.

Your adventure starts here, BigIsland.org.

Website: BigIsland.org

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