The Big Island is definitely worth visiting! It has the most natural diversity of all the Hawaiian Islands, meaning that when you tour it, you’ll never be bored with what’s outside your car window. All this diversity gives you more than just pretty views! The Big Island’s 8 different climate zones lend themselves to different activities. Soak in some rays of sun on the white sands of Hāpuna Beach on the island’s sunny northwest coast. Another day, head into the humid rainforests around Hilo and marvel at the 442 foot ‘Akaka Falls.

Of course, the Big Island is also home to the famous Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, so it’s also the best island to visit if you’re interested in volcanoes.

However, there are a couple of factors that might make some of the other islands more suited to your vacation needs. The Big Island is way less crowded than Oahu, so if you like crowds and an active nightlife, Oahu will be a better fit for you. Likewise, if you’re just looking to spend your entire vacation on a beach, both Oahu and Maui have more of the typical beaches you imagine when thinking about tropical islands. The Big Island has beaches too, but it also has coastal areas with beautiful rocky shores.

Big Island Tours

Big Island tours are some of the best ways to see the island. A tour ensures that you’ll be led to the island’s top destinations and experience more of what it has to offer. It will also help prevent you from getting lost and wasting time since the island’s so big. Some Big Island tours, like the one Action Tour Guide offers, are even self-guided and allow you to explore the island at your own pace!