The essential Big Island of Hawaii bucket list for a family trip to the island.
Hawaii is definitely a vacation spot that you want to go to for a week or more. On our first trip, we went for a week and it was not long enough! On our second trip, we visited for 10 days and again we came away thinking it would be really nice if our vacation was longer! This time we visited for two weeks. If you are able to take the time I would.
I highly recommend if you are visiting Hawaii to visit more than one island – it’s a super quick flight between the islands.
Below are my bucket list items for a trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. They are things that you must do while visiting the island. For more must-do ideas on the Big Island of Hawaii click here. Or if you visiting Oahu you can find my bucket list here.
Big Island Bucket List
Snorkel at Kahaluu Beach Park
Experience lava flow at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
See a rainbow at Rainbow Falls
Take in the views at Waipo Valley Overlook
Spy sea turtles in their natural habitat
Eat a malasada
Stroll through Hawaiian foliage to Akaka Falls
Swim with manta rays
Enjoy shave ice
The shave ice in Hawaii is so smooth and creamy. I highly recommend adding the snow cap to your shave ice.
Watch in a Hawaii Sunset from the Beach
Relaxing on the beach in the evening is one of the best things about Hawaii. Usually, the crowd level is lower and you can sit on the beach and watch the sunset. We took in as many sunsets as we could.
Enjoy a Luau
There are many options for experiencing a luau. Many times your hotel will offer a luau which is where we saw ours. No matter where you choose to see the show, I highly recommend taking one in.
I also recommend plenty of relaxation and spending time with family and/or friends.
Have you been to Hawaii? Tell me your favorite thing. Or is Hawaii on your bucket list?
