Big Island of Hawaii Family Activities

Top Ten Big Island Family Activities
Our feature on our choice for the best activities for the entire family on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Astronaut Ellison S. Onizuka Space Center
Located at Kona International Airport this center features computer interactive exhibits and really interesting films.

Atlantis Submarine Kona
This submarine leaves from Kailua Pier in Kona and goes 100-ft down where you can see coral reefs, all kinds of fish native to Hawaii.

Dolphin Quest
You can meet one of the ocean's most amazing creatures face to face. You'll learn about the dolphin's abilities and the need to preserve the world's oceans and its inhabitants.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
This is the one place that you must not miss when you visit Hawaii. Where else on earth can you see the planet growing before your own eyes.

Panaewa Rain Forest Zoo
Located in the middle of a tropical rain forest, so pack your umbrella and water proof jackets, since an average of 125 inches of rain fall on this zoo annually.

Snuba Big Island, Inc.
It's easier than snorkeling and if you are 8 or above you can enjoy this really great way to explore the ocean and get an idea of what scuba divers feel and see.

Waipio Valley
From your About.com Guide, visit the place where the kings of ancient Hawaii were born and where you can ride horseback, or in a horse cart in a place where wild horses still roam.

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
Explore of Hawaii's most beautiful places located just North of Hilo on the beautiful Hilo-Hamakua Heritage Coast.

What's Your Favorite Family Activity on Hawaii's Big Island?
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