(House by the sea)
(House by the sea)
Click this picture for Big Island
Beaches/Bays/Hot Ponds
Click the above picture for the 'Imiloa Web Site - Great thing to do on a rainy day.
Dolphin Quest
Click the above picture for the Dolphin Quest site. They are located at the Hilton Waikoloa Village.
Buy
this book! It is excellent - Click on the picture for a link to buy it at
Amazon.,com
Twice as large as all of the other major Hawaiian Islands combined, the Big
Island is also the youngest of the island chain. At some 800,000 years of age,
it's also still growing.
The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park contains one of the world's most active
volcanoes which continues to pour into the sea adding to the shoreline.
From its snow capped peaks to its black, white and green sand beaches the island
is really a study in contrasts. Rocky deserts and lush rainforests. Peaceful
bays and rolling pasture land. Luxurious orchids and waterfalls on the windward
side, and areas on the western slopes where the world famous Kona coffee is
grown.
The Big Island is the place for adventure. Horseback riding in Waimea. Golf
everywhere! Snow skiing (really!) at Mauna Kea. You can stargaze from one of the
clearest observation points on earth. Want to see the top of Mauna Kea right now
(daylight hours)? (if it's winter you may even see snow in Hawaii).
The ocean is gorgeous at any time of year. Kona is the marlin fishing capital of
the Pacific. Or maybe the quaint shops and restaurants of Hilo, will be enough
to keep you thoroughly entertained. The Big Island is also the place for
history. All over the island you'll see petroglyphs and heiau, ancient places of
worship. The royal summer palace and the first Christian church in Hawaii will
take you back in time.
From the rainbows and waterfalls of the windward side to the sun drenched
beaches of the Kona/Kohala Coast, the Big Island is vibrant and alive.
And wherever you go, you'll find the spirit of Aloha. Of course, you'll find all
of the amenities, attractions, activities, and accommodations that will fit any
pocketbook and life style. You'll also find a physical beauty, a depth of
cultural heritage, and a spiritual warmth that is without equal.
Whatever you're looking for in a Hawaiian vacation, the Big Island offers some
great moments that could last a lifetime.
We are located of the Windward (wetter) side of the island about 25 miles south
of Hilo. There are enough activities in this area to keep one busy for weeks and
naturally many other activities on the Leeward (Kona) side of the island. We
would be glad to direct you towards any activities covering the whole island.
Just tell us what you are interested in and we’ll tell you where to find it. One
other thing to be aware of, when you are checking into rentals is: "what the
water source is!" We are on county water, which is safe for drinking and
bathing. Many rentals in the Puna district are on water catchment system.
Catchment, means collecting rain water off the roof, which can have rat and bird
deposits. It is not safe to drink or sometimes even bath in this water. Often
rentals will not mention that, unless someone asks specifically about it..
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Green Sand Beach
This is a 2 hour
hike from South Point. Don't attempt to go to Green Sands Beach without proper
shoes (definitely NOT Thongs (slippers), and lots of water (Backpack!). It is
windy and hot on the way!
To arrange Ultra-Lite Flights contact Mark Swan (808-989-1566)
The picture of our home was taken by a recent guest in the Ultra-Lite
Hawaii Volcano's National Park
More Links
Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
Hawaiian Air
The Big Island - Things to
do
Instant Hawaii - Information Portal for the Big Island
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