Theresa And Justin’s guidebook
Beaches, hot ponds, tide pools, and waterfalls
These are some local places we recommend for beach swimming, exploring tide pools, hot pond access, and waterfalls, all within a one hour drive. There are many other beach spots and water ways to explore as well. We’d be happy to recommend more if you’re interested.
Visit Pohoiki to see the results of the latest lava flow, a new black sand beach and incredible lava fields. See the powerful effects of the lava and how it blocked the boat ramp’s access to the ocean.
Head down the street to the left as you come up to the parking lot to view how the lava came right down the street, covering a park bench and stopping right before the showers.
There are 3 thermal pools at this beach. The one connected to the boat ramp, one behind that, and a smaller hot pond called Queen’s bath behind and to the right of the second thermal pool.
Things to consider: the ocean is rough here and probably not the place to swim in the waves. There is no shade on the beach and it gets hot in the afternoon. You can hike around on the new lava field but be careful. A’a lava can be crumbly and unstable.
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Pohoiki Black Sand Beach
Kalapana Kapoho Beach RoadVisit Pohoiki to see the results of the latest lava flow, a new black sand beach and incredible lava fields. See the powerful effects of the lava and how it blocked the boat ramp’s access to the ocean.
Head down the street to the left as you come up to the parking lot to view how the lava came right down the street, covering a park bench and stopping right before the showers.
There are 3 thermal pools at this beach. The one connected to the boat ramp, one behind that, and a smaller hot pond called Queen’s bath behind and to the right of the second thermal pool.
Things to consider: the ocean is rough here and probably not the place to swim in the waves. There is no shade on the beach and it gets hot in the afternoon. You can hike around on the new lava field but be careful. A’a lava can be crumbly and unstable.
Beautiful beach with safe places to swim. Nice sandy areas on the left and 6 large sea turtles that live in the water on the right (facing the ocean). Go at low tide and you will most likely get to see the turtles. Great place for kids to snorkel. Beautiful grassy area and bathrooms/showers available. This is one of our top favorite places to visit in Hilo.
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Carlsmith Beach Park
1815 Kalanianaole StBeautiful beach with safe places to swim. Nice sandy areas on the left and 6 large sea turtles that live in the water on the right (facing the ocean). Go at low tide and you will most likely get to see the turtles. Great place for kids to snorkel. Beautiful grassy area and bathrooms/showers available. This is one of our top favorite places to visit in Hilo.
This beach is great for its protected cove and sandy bottom. Often called Keiki beach because its the perfect place to let kids play, yet it is still a great place for adults to enjoy.
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Richardson Ocean Park
2355 Kalanianaole StThis beach is great for its protected cove and sandy bottom. Often called Keiki beach because its the perfect place to let kids play, yet it is still a great place for adults to enjoy.
Fun place to sightsee. Beautiful views and plenty of grassy areas to make an afternoon fun by the water. There is a large stone structure here that people like to climb and jump off into the ocean from. There are also bathrooms and showers here. You can rent a kayak or schedule a boat tour with the company Ocean Adventures.
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Coconut Island
Fun place to sightsee. Beautiful views and plenty of grassy areas to make an afternoon fun by the water. There is a large stone structure here that people like to climb and jump off into the ocean from. There are also bathrooms and showers here. You can rent a kayak or schedule a boat tour with the company Ocean Adventures.
Beautiful scenic drive to the waterfall and a quick place to stop before continuing on a drive up the coast.
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Rainbow Falls
Beautiful scenic drive to the waterfall and a quick place to stop before continuing on a drive up the coast.
This is an impressive waterfall that is relatively easy to access, even with kids. Bring some blow up float devices and enjoy floating around and swimming the large body of water. Hike up to the top of the fall for a great view. You can jump off from the top or a lower spot into the water if you’re into that kind of thing and feel brave. I watched 2 people do it and teenagers easily jumped in the water from a lower point.
Wai'ale Falls Trail is a 0.6 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Hilo, Hawaii that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round.
Park just past the bridge on the downstream side. Trailhead is on the north side of the stream. Watch the trail closely at times, sometimes taking the route closer to the water is not where you want to be. Eventually trail will open up and you'll be on top of the waterfall that was visible from the bridge. Continue boulder hopping and you can see another small waterfall.
It’s a great trail for those looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure. The trail is a bit overgrown, so it can be hard to find, but hang to the right at the first fork and head into the jungle. Eventually you’ll get out to the top of the falls and you will see some great views.
Parking is on the shoulder of the road. No facilities. Water shoes are useful and good hiking shoes if you plan to explore.
Waiale Falls
This is an impressive waterfall that is relatively easy to access, even with kids. Bring some blow up float devices and enjoy floating around and swimming the large body of water. Hike up to the top of the fall for a great view. You can jump off from the top or a lower spot into the water if you’re into that kind of thing and feel brave. I watched 2 people do it and teenagers easily jumped in the water from a lower point.
Wai'ale Falls Trail is a 0.6 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Hilo, Hawaii that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round.
Park just past the bridge on the downstream side. Trailhead is on the north side of the stream. Watch the trail closely at times, sometimes taking the route closer to the water is not where you want to be. Eventually trail will open up and you'll be on top of the waterfall that was visible from the bridge. Continue boulder hopping and you can see another small waterfall.
It’s a great trail for those looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure. The trail is a bit overgrown, so it can be hard to find, but hang to the right at the first fork and head into the jungle. Eventually you’ll get out to the top of the falls and you will see some great views.
Parking is on the shoulder of the road. No facilities. Water shoes are useful and good hiking shoes if you plan to explore.
Guided trails, beautiful views, and fascinating facts to learn at Hawaii's Volcano National Park. It's interesting to see where all the lava started and then visit where it flowed to down the road from Mana House.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Guided trails, beautiful views, and fascinating facts to learn at Hawaii's Volcano National Park. It's interesting to see where all the lava started and then visit where it flowed to down the road from Mana House.
Beautiful black sand beach with sea turtles and a lagoon. A lovely place to spend the afternoon. Visit Punalu'u Bakery for malasadas while you are in town.
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Punalu‘u Beach
Beautiful black sand beach with sea turtles and a lagoon. A lovely place to spend the afternoon. Visit Punalu'u Bakery for malasadas while you are in town.
If you happen to be passing by or visiting the Punalu'u beach, you must stop here and enjoy a variety of baked goods. There is also a deli and ice cream counter. Nice quality gifts and souvenirs in the store as well.
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Punalu'u Bake Shop
95-5642 HI-11If you happen to be passing by or visiting the Punalu'u beach, you must stop here and enjoy a variety of baked goods. There is also a deli and ice cream counter. Nice quality gifts and souvenirs in the store as well.
Akaka falls has been called the most picturesque waterfall on Hawaii’s Big Island. It is easily accessible, with a stroll through beautiful rain forest.
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ʻAkaka Falls State Park
Akaka falls has been called the most picturesque waterfall on Hawaii’s Big Island. It is easily accessible, with a stroll through beautiful rain forest.
The Umauma falls are three waterfalls in close proximity to the Umauma River, 16 miles north of Hilo on the Hamakua coast.
Access to the overview for the waterfalls lies on private land which is being managed by the Umauma Experience. Access costs $12 per person (2019), which also buys you access to their garden [more information on the Umauma experience website]. You can also see these waterfalls as part of a zipline tour.
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Umauma Falls Zipline & Rappel Experience
31-313 Old Mamalahoa HwyThe Umauma falls are three waterfalls in close proximity to the Umauma River, 16 miles north of Hilo on the Hamakua coast.
Access to the overview for the waterfalls lies on private land which is being managed by the Umauma Experience. Access costs $12 per person (2019), which also buys you access to their garden [more information on the Umauma experience website]. You can also see these waterfalls as part of a zipline tour.
This is a picture of my favorite beach in kona, called Kua bay or Manini'owali Beach. Its beautiful soft sand, teal water, showers, bathrooms, and gentle slope into an ocean of small waves make it one of the best beaches for kids and a relaxing experience for everyone.
To reach Kua Bay, also known as Manini'owali Beach, drive north out of Kona on Highway 19. Look for signs to the West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery about 4.5 miles north of Kona Airport on your right. The turn for the beach is opposite the highway on your left from the cemetery, and you'll be in the parking lot once you make the left turn.
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Kua Bay
This is a picture of my favorite beach in kona, called Kua bay or Manini'owali Beach. Its beautiful soft sand, teal water, showers, bathrooms, and gentle slope into an ocean of small waves make it one of the best beaches for kids and a relaxing experience for everyone.
To reach Kua Bay, also known as Manini'owali Beach, drive north out of Kona on Highway 19. Look for signs to the West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery about 4.5 miles north of Kona Airport on your right. The turn for the beach is opposite the highway on your left from the cemetery, and you'll be in the parking lot once you make the left turn.
Pahoa Food scene
We lean toward healthy options but enjoy a good burger now and again. These restaurants and eateries are our personal favorites for the atmosphere and freshness.
Excellent breakfast food. The chef has a farm where he grows a large amount of the food he uses at the restaurant. Fresh fruit is often available to buy by the box full.
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Pele's Kitchen
152923 Pahoa Village RdExcellent breakfast food. The chef has a farm where he grows a large amount of the food he uses at the restaurant. Fresh fruit is often available to buy by the box full.
Tasty food. A variety of options with reasonable restaurant prices.
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Kaleo's Bar & Grill
15-2969 Pahoa Village RdTasty food. A variety of options with reasonable restaurant prices.
Healthy and mostly organic groceries and hot food options. Deli and coffee available. This is our favorite grocery spot in the town of Pahoa. They have a sandwich deli with vegan/vegetarian/meat options and great coffee. The store also has prepared meals and a microwave. Check hours of operation. They close early.
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Island Naturals Pahoa Market & Deli
15 -1870 Akeakamai LoopHealthy and mostly organic groceries and hot food options. Deli and coffee available. This is our favorite grocery spot in the town of Pahoa. They have a sandwich deli with vegan/vegetarian/meat options and great coffee. The store also has prepared meals and a microwave. Check hours of operation. They close early.
Most of your basic groceries can be found here. This is more of a last minute market than one to shop at for all your groceries, but you will find a pretty decent selection of all your basics and more. Alcohol is sold here.
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Kaimu Korner Store
12-5032 Pahoa Kalapana RdMost of your basic groceries can be found here. This is more of a last minute market than one to shop at for all your groceries, but you will find a pretty decent selection of all your basics and more. Alcohol is sold here.
The easiest place to stop for all your grocery needs. They have a large selection, including some local brands. They also have a bakery, deli, and sushi/poke bowls.
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Mālama Market
15-2714 Pahoa Village RdThe easiest place to stop for all your grocery needs. They have a large selection, including some local brands. They also have a bakery, deli, and sushi/poke bowls.
Boogie Woogie Pizza
15-2937 Pahoa Village RdAuthentic Mexican food. Some of the best food in Pahoa, maybe even this side of the island. Open only during the day with limited hours. Google them to check out when they are open.
Panchos Tacos Truck
15-2942 Pahoa Village RoadAuthentic Mexican food. Some of the best food in Pahoa, maybe even this side of the island. Open only during the day with limited hours. Google them to check out when they are open.
An excellent vegetarian option with plenty of great meat options as well. This is a great place to eat if you’re looking for a sit down restaurant with nice atmosphere.
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Ning's Thai Cuisine
15-2955 Pahoa Village RdAn excellent vegetarian option with plenty of great meat options as well. This is a great place to eat if you’re looking for a sit down restaurant with nice atmosphere.
Coco Cantina
15-2714 Pahoa Village RdA fun local restaurant with a bar.
Best breakfast in town where all the local hippies eat. Enjoy fresh baked bread, bagels, pastries, cakes, and soup. Includes a wide selection of vegetarian, non vegetarian, and gluten free options. A fun place to visit to get the local Pahoa vibe. Open until 3pm and closed on Sunday.
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Tin Shack Bakery
15-1500 Akeakamai LoopBest breakfast in town where all the local hippies eat. Enjoy fresh baked bread, bagels, pastries, cakes, and soup. Includes a wide selection of vegetarian, non vegetarian, and gluten free options. A fun place to visit to get the local Pahoa vibe. Open until 3pm and closed on Sunday.
Pahoa Smoothie Shack
15-2891 Pahoa Village RoadGreat option for smoothies and açaí bowls.
Pahoa Fresh Fish
Great place to check out if you like fish and chips.
Neighborhoods
Hilo has beaches, a scenic drive with waterfalls, restaurants, a farmer's market, and Target. There is a small mall and movie theatre. Laser tag and all kinds of independently owned shops as well.
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Hilo
Hilo has beaches, a scenic drive with waterfalls, restaurants, a farmer's market, and Target. There is a small mall and movie theatre. Laser tag and all kinds of independently owned shops as well.
The Hawaiian Kingdom. Much of it was covered by lava in the 90's. This neighborhood is great to visit for hikes, its black sand beach, Uncle Robert's for food, and local culture. It has a small corner market as well, called Kaimu Corner Store.
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Kalapana
The Hawaiian Kingdom. Much of it was covered by lava in the 90's. This neighborhood is great to visit for hikes, its black sand beach, Uncle Robert's for food, and local culture. It has a small corner market as well, called Kaimu Corner Store.
Beautiful views and a pretty Kua Bay beach is a convenient stop to make on your way to Mana house if you happen to fly into Kona early in the day.
Or if you set up an evening manta ray dive tours, you could visit Kua bay beforehand.
Otherwise, I’d say it’s worth a whole day trip if you have visited our local beach and Hilo beaches and still want more beach.
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Kailua
Beautiful views and a pretty Kua Bay beach is a convenient stop to make on your way to Mana house if you happen to fly into Kona early in the day.
Or if you set up an evening manta ray dive tours, you could visit Kua bay beforehand.
Otherwise, I’d say it’s worth a whole day trip if you have visited our local beach and Hilo beaches and still want more beach.
Hippie yoga vibe, with a side of circus. Kehena is best known for its beautiful black sand beach and dolphin resting area. This beach is clothing optional. There is a drum circle on Sundays that draws a large hippie crowd and becomes a lively social spot. But mornings are my favorite time to go. Few people are present early morning. Sometimes you can watch fisherman or you may get the beach to yourself if you come around 7am.
Kehena
Hippie yoga vibe, with a side of circus. Kehena is best known for its beautiful black sand beach and dolphin resting area. This beach is clothing optional. There is a drum circle on Sundays that draws a large hippie crowd and becomes a lively social spot. But mornings are my favorite time to go. Few people are present early morning. Sometimes you can watch fisherman or you may get the beach to yourself if you come around 7am.
Affordable gifts as well as local t-shirts and clothes. Small trinkets and toys for kids to choose from.
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Jungle Love
15-2660 Keaau-Pahoa RdAffordable gifts as well as local t-shirts and clothes. Small trinkets and toys for kids to choose from.
Try their specialty cacao drinks and check out their calendar for a list of events and classes. Hawaiian Sanctuary offers yoga, permaculture classes, cacao drinks, and a variety of other classes.
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Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Center
13-3194 Pahoa Kalapana RdTry their specialty cacao drinks and check out their calendar for a list of events and classes. Hawaiian Sanctuary offers yoga, permaculture classes, cacao drinks, and a variety of other classes.
Kalani retreat center is within walking distance from Mana house. They have a store called Hale Aloha at the front of their property with coffee, healthy snacks, and local ice cream.
Visit Kalani Retreat website to see a list of the current classes and activities available throughout the week. Including yoga, art and dance classes, community workshops, special events, and more.
Check out their famous Ecstatic dance, Sunday mornings at 11. Sunday dances have long been the heartbeat of our diverse community. It ignites creativity and connection. It provides a full body emotional outlet. It keeps us dancing through good times and bad. It’s a unique form of worship through self expression.
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Kalani
12-6870 Kalapana - Kapoho RdKalani retreat center is within walking distance from Mana house. They have a store called Hale Aloha at the front of their property with coffee, healthy snacks, and local ice cream.
Visit Kalani Retreat website to see a list of the current classes and activities available throughout the week. Including yoga, art and dance classes, community workshops, special events, and more.
Check out their famous Ecstatic dance, Sunday mornings at 11. Sunday dances have long been the heartbeat of our diverse community. It ignites creativity and connection. It provides a full body emotional outlet. It keeps us dancing through good times and bad. It’s a unique form of worship through self expression.
Hilo food scene
If you're in Hilo, make sure to stop at Cruisin Coffee for excellent drinks and fresh bagel sandwiches. Excellent breakfast and lunch options.
Our family's favorites are the blueberry Italian soda, the strawberry smoothie, coffee, and breakfast sandwiches on bagels. We would come here every day if it was closer to our house.
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Just Cruisin Coffee
835 Kilauea AveIf you're in Hilo, make sure to stop at Cruisin Coffee for excellent drinks and fresh bagel sandwiches. Excellent breakfast and lunch options.
Our family's favorites are the blueberry Italian soda, the strawberry smoothie, coffee, and breakfast sandwiches on bagels. We would come here every day if it was closer to our house.
Healthy, fresh, creative cuisine with views of Hilo Bay and an upscale atmosphere. Enjoy Hilo Bay Cafe for brunch and lunch. Reservations are available, but not necessary.
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Hilo Bay Cafe
123 Lihiwai StHealthy, fresh, creative cuisine with views of Hilo Bay and an upscale atmosphere. Enjoy Hilo Bay Cafe for brunch and lunch. Reservations are available, but not necessary.
Pineapples has great food and atmosphere. Cocktails and music. Excellent meat choices as well as vegetarian options.
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Pineapples Island Fresh Cusine
332 Keawe StreetPineapples has great food and atmosphere. Cocktails and music. Excellent meat choices as well as vegetarian options.
Fun atmosphere with drinks for adults and board games for kids. Enjoy this local restaurant with lots of yummy burger choices.
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Hilo Burger Joint
776 Kilauea AveFun atmosphere with drinks for adults and board games for kids. Enjoy this local restaurant with lots of yummy burger choices.
Jackie Rey's Ohana Grill Hilo
64 Keawe StUpscale dining steak house and cocktails.
Kombucha bar and specialty cocktails. Excellent vegetarian options as well as great burger and fish options.
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Conscious Culture Cafe
110 Keawe StKombucha bar and specialty cocktails. Excellent vegetarian options as well as great burger and fish options.
Born and raised in the northeast region of Thailand, the owner/operators of this family run restaurant provide traditional Thai and Thai fusion gourmet dishes, using fresh local ingredients from local farmers markets in Hilo and surrounding areas of the Big Island of Hawaii.
THE HEAD CHEF
Panida "Tina" Wu, the owner of Tina's Garden Gourmet Cafe, has been serving her unique variety of Thai food to the people of Hilo for over 10 years. It is her passion to bring delicious local and organic goods to her customers. Every dish is made with Tina's love and an extra amount of consideration and Aloha. You can literally taste the goodness for yourself.
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Tina's Garden Cafe
168 Kamehameha AveBorn and raised in the northeast region of Thailand, the owner/operators of this family run restaurant provide traditional Thai and Thai fusion gourmet dishes, using fresh local ingredients from local farmers markets in Hilo and surrounding areas of the Big Island of Hawaii.
THE HEAD CHEF
Panida "Tina" Wu, the owner of Tina's Garden Gourmet Cafe, has been serving her unique variety of Thai food to the people of Hilo for over 10 years. It is her passion to bring delicious local and organic goods to her customers. Every dish is made with Tina's love and an extra amount of consideration and Aloha. You can literally taste the goodness for yourself.
Nector Cafe
216 Kamehameha AveSightseeing
Panaewa-Regenwald-Zoo
800 Stainback HwyA fun garden and labyrinth to walk through. Sit in the gazebo to relax in the shade and pick up a search and find picture checklist here. Water is provided to drink and wash hands the last time I visited. If you are looking for a nature walk with kids or a mindful meditation stroll through nature, this is an excellent place to check out.
Kapalua Labyrinth
A fun garden and labyrinth to walk through. Sit in the gazebo to relax in the shade and pick up a search and find picture checklist here. Water is provided to drink and wash hands the last time I visited. If you are looking for a nature walk with kids or a mindful meditation stroll through nature, this is an excellent place to check out.
Music, axe throwing, break stuff in the rage room, and miniature golf putt putt course
Hilo Axe Lounge
69 Waianuenue AvenueMusic, axe throwing, break stuff in the rage room, and miniature golf putt putt course
Choose from a whole wall of board games, play magic or Pokémon, bring food and watch movies or listen to music. Rent a room by the hour or pay for the day to play.
Slow Your Roll
190 Keawe StChoose from a whole wall of board games, play magic or Pokémon, bring food and watch movies or listen to music. Rent a room by the hour or pay for the day to play.
You’ll often hear Hawaii’s Big Island described as one of the “youngest” places in the world. That’s because new earth is constantly being formed as lava flows, cools, and hardens. But while the Big Island may be a “young” destination, there’s definitely a lot of old soul in and around its Lava Tree State Monument.
In this remarkable old-growth forest, you can still see the blemishes and battle wounds from 1790, when a mighty lava eruption steamrolled its way through the area. The fast-moving lava enveloped the trees. When the lava made contact with the cool, moist bark, casts of hardened lava formed around the tree trunks. And when the initial surge of lava subsided, the casts of these tree trunks remained, a ghostly reminder of the once-impressive trees that had dominated the forest. Lava trees are often mistaken for petrified wood, and the confusion is understandable. They do look similar. But the centers of lava tree trunks are hollow; the organic matter burned away during the lava flow. What you’re seeing is not petrified wood, but the shape of wood that once was, preserved for eternity in hardened lava. If you look carefully inside a hollowed-out lava tree (don’t touch it!), you can see the imprint of the bark, almost like the tree left its own handprint inside the lava that ultimately took its life.
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Lava Tree State Monument
Hawaii 132You’ll often hear Hawaii’s Big Island described as one of the “youngest” places in the world. That’s because new earth is constantly being formed as lava flows, cools, and hardens. But while the Big Island may be a “young” destination, there’s definitely a lot of old soul in and around its Lava Tree State Monument.
In this remarkable old-growth forest, you can still see the blemishes and battle wounds from 1790, when a mighty lava eruption steamrolled its way through the area. The fast-moving lava enveloped the trees. When the lava made contact with the cool, moist bark, casts of hardened lava formed around the tree trunks. And when the initial surge of lava subsided, the casts of these tree trunks remained, a ghostly reminder of the once-impressive trees that had dominated the forest. Lava trees are often mistaken for petrified wood, and the confusion is understandable. They do look similar. But the centers of lava tree trunks are hollow; the organic matter burned away during the lava flow. What you’re seeing is not petrified wood, but the shape of wood that once was, preserved for eternity in hardened lava. If you look carefully inside a hollowed-out lava tree (don’t touch it!), you can see the imprint of the bark, almost like the tree left its own handprint inside the lava that ultimately took its life.
Ecstatic dance Sunday mornings at 11:11am. An opportunity for a unique dance experience.
Ecstatic dance is a free form of dance with the goal to achieve ecstasy. This is a natural state in which your awareness shifts and you get to experience a meditative and happy state of mind through body movement. Besides the fact that it is a lot of fun to move your body to music, Ecstatic Dance is also scientifically proven to help your mental & physical health.
The good thing about Ecstatic Dance is that there are almost no rules! There are only three important rules to bear in mind when you’re joining an Ecstatic Dance.
1. No alcohol/drugs
2. No talking
3. No judgment
Other than those, you’ll have no limitations during an Ecstatic Dance session! There is no choreography, there is no set music genre, and most importantly: there is nothing but love and acceptance around you. It is a safe space for you to truly express yourself how you want.
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Kalani
12-6870 Kalapana - Kapoho RdEcstatic dance Sunday mornings at 11:11am. An opportunity for a unique dance experience.
Ecstatic dance is a free form of dance with the goal to achieve ecstasy. This is a natural state in which your awareness shifts and you get to experience a meditative and happy state of mind through body movement. Besides the fact that it is a lot of fun to move your body to music, Ecstatic Dance is also scientifically proven to help your mental & physical health.
The good thing about Ecstatic Dance is that there are almost no rules! There are only three important rules to bear in mind when you’re joining an Ecstatic Dance.
1. No alcohol/drugs
2. No talking
3. No judgment
Other than those, you’ll have no limitations during an Ecstatic Dance session! There is no choreography, there is no set music genre, and most importantly: there is nothing but love and acceptance around you. It is a safe space for you to truly express yourself how you want.
Friday night Ecstatic Bee Dance 7pm. Come join the fun and dance your heart out! Your $15 donation supports the preservation of bees!
Ecstatic dance is a free form of dance with the goal to achieve ecstasy. This is a natural state in which your awareness shifts and you get to experience a meditative and happy state of mind through body movement. Besides the fact that it is a lot of fun to move your body to music, Ecstatic Dance is also scientifically proven to help your mental & physical health.
The good thing about Ecstatic Dance is that there are almost no rules! There are only three important rules to bear in mind when you’re joining an Ecstatic Dance.
1. No alcohol/drugs
2. No talking
3. No judgment
Other than those, you’ll have no limitations during an Ecstatic Dance session! There is no choreography, there is no set music genre, and most importantly: there is nothing but love and acceptance around you. It is a safe space for you to truly express yourself how you want.
Want to lift your Ecstatic Dance experience to a whole new level? Drink a good brew of cocoa beforehand! Cacao is not just a delicious drink, but the cacao beans contain a psychoactive ingredient called theobromine, which translates to “food of the Gods“. Theobromine is a bitter alkaloid that has been shown to be mildly stimulating, giving you a burst of energy and improving focus as well as memory storage.
Cacao also increases the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain as well as induces the release of endorphins and dopamine, our feel-good hormones. As a result, we are happier and our creativity is reaching peak states.
Since ancient times cacao has been used as a medicine to heal physical, mental and spiritual illnesses. Cacao has been shown to boost the immune system and lower cholesterol and blood pressure as well as leading to euphoria and deeper spiritual connection. Perfect in combination with Ecstatic Dance!
Hawaiian Sanctuary specializes in growing cocoa and you can purchase the drink at the sanctuary.
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Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Center
13-3194 Pahoa Kalapana RdFriday night Ecstatic Bee Dance 7pm. Come join the fun and dance your heart out! Your $15 donation supports the preservation of bees!
Ecstatic dance is a free form of dance with the goal to achieve ecstasy. This is a natural state in which your awareness shifts and you get to experience a meditative and happy state of mind through body movement. Besides the fact that it is a lot of fun to move your body to music, Ecstatic Dance is also scientifically proven to help your mental & physical health.
The good thing about Ecstatic Dance is that there are almost no rules! There are only three important rules to bear in mind when you’re joining an Ecstatic Dance.
1. No alcohol/drugs
2. No talking
3. No judgment
Other than those, you’ll have no limitations during an Ecstatic Dance session! There is no choreography, there is no set music genre, and most importantly: there is nothing but love and acceptance around you. It is a safe space for you to truly express yourself how you want.
Want to lift your Ecstatic Dance experience to a whole new level? Drink a good brew of cocoa beforehand! Cacao is not just a delicious drink, but the cacao beans contain a psychoactive ingredient called theobromine, which translates to “food of the Gods“. Theobromine is a bitter alkaloid that has been shown to be mildly stimulating, giving you a burst of energy and improving focus as well as memory storage.
Cacao also increases the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain as well as induces the release of endorphins and dopamine, our feel-good hormones. As a result, we are happier and our creativity is reaching peak states.
Since ancient times cacao has been used as a medicine to heal physical, mental and spiritual illnesses. Cacao has been shown to boost the immune system and lower cholesterol and blood pressure as well as leading to euphoria and deeper spiritual connection. Perfect in combination with Ecstatic Dance!
Hawaiian Sanctuary specializes in growing cocoa and you can purchase the drink at the sanctuary.
Mauna Loa stargazing requires booking a tour in advance. The mountain too is closed to the general public. You can drive partially up the mountain on your own to the visitors center to see the beautiful night sky. Prepare for very low temperatures.
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Mauna Loa Volcano
Mauna Loa stargazing requires booking a tour in advance. The mountain too is closed to the general public. You can drive partially up the mountain on your own to the visitors center to see the beautiful night sky. Prepare for very low temperatures.
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Where to Buy Groceries
Target, Walmart, Safeway, and Cost-U-Less are all in Hilo. They are the most cost effective places to shop and often have a greater variety of food and brands than the smaller grocery stores in Pahoa and Kalapana. Malama market in Pahoa is a new grocery store and has everything you would need. It’s only slightly more expensive than Hilo stores.
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Cheap beach gear at Longs in Pahoa
Snorkel gear, kickboards, water toys, sunscreen, and more can all be found at Longs in Pahoa.
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If there is rain here, it might not be raining down the road
Weather changes dramatically over short distances. Don't be discouraged. Always be prepared for a little rain. It usually only lasts a short time before the sun comes back out and luckily it rarely gets cold unless you are going to Volcano or to the mountains.
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Please use reef safe sunscreen
Protect the wildlife by making sure the sunscreen you wear is safe for the animals and life in the ocean. Thank you!
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Aloha
A greeting used to mean hello, goodbye, welcome.
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Mahalo
Thank you
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A hui hou
until next time
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'opala
trash or rubish
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Malama
To take care
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Aina
Land
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Puka
hole
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What to pack for your Hawaii trip
The temperature varies here, depending on the season and the activity. If you’re going up Mauna Loa or visiting Volcano National Park at night, it can be very cold. You may be headed to the beach, but always prepare for rain, even when it’s warm and sunny. Pack to dress in layers. Bring reef safe sunscreen, bug spray, a good pair of walking shoes and flip flops. Water shoes are nice, but not a must.
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Hawaii’s Spirit of Aloha
Aloha is a beautiful word with a complex meaning. Known generally as a greeting or a farewell, but it is more than a simple salutation; aloha is a way of life. The aloha spirit is the coordination of mind and heart within each person. It brings each person to the self. Each person must think and emote good feelings to others. It means mutual regard and affection and it extends warmth and caring with no obligation in return. “Aloha” is the essence of relationships in which each person is important to every other person for collective existence.