On the western side, the sunny Kona Coast is home to the famous Kona Coffee, and is a vibrant resort and shopping area on the island, as well as a popular spot for game fishing and golf. Or head to the long stretch of breathtaking Hamakua coastline and witness cascading waterfalls, verdant valleys and spellbinding seascapes along the drive.
Diversity in terrain extends to diversity in experiences on Hawaii's largest island. Go snorkelling in Kealakekua Bay, watch a local Maui band play in Hilo or view molten lava flow from an active volcano. A must do is a hike through Waipio, the 'Valley of the Kings'.