Billy & Erika's Guidebook
Beaches
There are two beaches, a north beach and a south beach. The photo is from the north beach. There is a trail head in the upper in paved parking lot that takes you to the north beach. It’s a short walk, the south beach is much closer to the nice paved parking lot.
16 locals recommend
Kekaha Kai Beach Park
Hawaii 19There are two beaches, a north beach and a south beach. The photo is from the north beach. There is a trail head in the upper in paved parking lot that takes you to the north beach. It’s a short walk, the south beach is much closer to the nice paved parking lot.
Magic Sands Beach Park
Ali'i Drivegreat local snorkel, surf, and paddle boarding spot! If you want to take some surf lessons, contact Jae (808)895-3760. Tell him Billy sent you.
239 locals recommend
Kahaluu Bay
Ali‘i Drivegreat local snorkel, surf, and paddle boarding spot! If you want to take some surf lessons, contact Jae (808)895-3760. Tell him Billy sent you.
Hapuna Beach State Park
Old Puako RoadManini'owali Beach (Kua Bay)
Waialea Beach
Old Puako RoadMahaiʻula Beach
One of our favorite sandy beaches!!!
This is an amazing must see! You can walk to this beach (It is quite a hot sunny LONG walk), or pay for a ride from the local Hawaiian guides who will drive you there for a small fee (Highly recommend!). You are also able to drive yourself, but you will need 4-wheel drive to get there and it's pretty rough in the vehicle.
148 locals recommend
Papakōlea Green Sand Beach
This is an amazing must see! You can walk to this beach (It is quite a hot sunny LONG walk), or pay for a ride from the local Hawaiian guides who will drive you there for a small fee (Highly recommend!). You are also able to drive yourself, but you will need 4-wheel drive to get there and it's pretty rough in the vehicle.
Beautiful black sandy beach with great snorkeling! Bring the beach umbrella as it gets pretty hot during the day.
84 locals recommend
Ho‘okena Beach Park
86-4322 Mamalahoa HwyBeautiful black sandy beach with great snorkeling! Bring the beach umbrella as it gets pretty hot during the day.
snorkeling
This is a great spot to see Dolphins!
Two Step
Pahoehoe Beach Park
77-6434 Ali‘i DrGreat spot to snorkel, have a picnic or just relax!
Food Scene
Great brunch and Dinner place with amazing ocean view on Alii Drive! Make reservations online for faster seating 😉
60 locals recommend
Fish Hopper Seafood & Steaks
Great brunch and Dinner place with amazing ocean view on Alii Drive! Make reservations online for faster seating 😉
Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar
75-5770 Ali‘i DrThe roof top offers stunning ocean views!
Fun place to visit while spending time at Magic Sands Beach. they have an outdoor bar as well as seating overlooking the beach!
91 locals recommend
Magics Beach Grill
77-6452 Ali‘i DrFun place to visit while spending time at Magic Sands Beach. they have an outdoor bar as well as seating overlooking the beach!
Da Poke Shack
76-6246 Ali‘i DriveA must have for yummy poke!!!
While visiting south point, green sands beach, or on the way to volcano, stop by this local bakery for a tasty treat!
185 locals recommend
Punalu'u Bake Shop
95-5642 HI-11While visiting south point, green sands beach, or on the way to volcano, stop by this local bakery for a tasty treat!
Great location dinner and drinks on the beach!
(Note: they don't take reservations so try to arrive by 4pm to get on the list. You can hang out on the beach while waiting for your table.)
171 locals recommend
Lava Lava Beach Club
69-1081 Ku'uali'i PlGreat location dinner and drinks on the beach!
(Note: they don't take reservations so try to arrive by 4pm to get on the list. You can hang out on the beach while waiting for your table.)
If you are spending the day in Waimea on a Saturday or Wednesday, this is a wonderful farmers market with lots of locally grown foods and locally made artistry. They are also some great food trucks.
28 locals recommend
Kamuela Farmers Market
67-139 Pukalani RdIf you are spending the day in Waimea on a Saturday or Wednesday, this is a wonderful farmers market with lots of locally grown foods and locally made artistry. They are also some great food trucks.
Sightseeing
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
This is an amazing place to stargaze. Just remember to were warm clothes as it can get into the low 30s. This is a drive that you can make with a 4-wheel drive vehicle. It is better to arrive before sunset as you can enjoy both a beautiful sunset followed by amazing stargazing! Recommend packing some food to take with you.
25 locals recommend
Mauna Kea
This is an amazing place to stargaze. Just remember to were warm clothes as it can get into the low 30s. This is a drive that you can make with a 4-wheel drive vehicle. It is better to arrive before sunset as you can enjoy both a beautiful sunset followed by amazing stargazing! Recommend packing some food to take with you.
This is one of the most beautiful and quintessential Hawai’i spots on the island. Four wheel drive is needed as this has one of the steepest paved roads in the world. But once you are in valley you can enjoy the beautiful black sand beach or explore the valley a bit, which is the birthplace of King Kamehameha. You can see Hiilawe Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in the world from a distance, and you are likely to see a few wild horses as well. But please remember people still live and farm in the valley, be careful not to trespass.
117 locals recommend
Waipio Valley
This is one of the most beautiful and quintessential Hawai’i spots on the island. Four wheel drive is needed as this has one of the steepest paved roads in the world. But once you are in valley you can enjoy the beautiful black sand beach or explore the valley a bit, which is the birthplace of King Kamehameha. You can see Hiilawe Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in the world from a distance, and you are likely to see a few wild horses as well. But please remember people still live and farm in the valley, be careful not to trespass.
Umauma Falls Zipline & Rappel Experience
31-313 Old Mamalahoa HwyZipline through beautiful waterfalls!
South Point Park
South Point RoadBeautiful views at the southern most part of the island!