MAUNA KEA OBSERVATORY Share LAND The highest spot at the Hawaiian Islands at 14000 feet. Most people head out there late in the afternoon to watch the sunset. The top is not always open due to severe weather. Find out when to go! You Tube video by zukachannel VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK Share LAND Volcano national park: Hardly a secret, you will see tours buses, lots of visitors, but the park is magnificent none the less. Consider doing one of the hikes along the crater then follow the road all the way to the ocean. The downhill slope to the ocean creates funny weather up there and you can get rained on once in a while. Check in before going! Vimeo video by V&V production POLULU VALLEY HIKE LAND Take a great scenic drive north. Great 2.5 mile each way intermediate hike through the forest leading you to the valley and a beautiful black sand beach. Big waves in winter months, weather not always perfect. Find out when to go! You Tube video by mtefft MANTA RAY NIGHT DIVE Share SEA Manta Ray Night dive for certified divers. Dive to depths of 30 to 40 ft and watch the manta rays of the Kona Coast. Snorkeling is allowed from, some boats. Vimeo video by Jaime Bruner LAVA VIEWING AREA Share LAND You can see the lava fields and the smoke from the distance when you arrive. Here you can get closer to lava flows. Walk at your own risk towards the flows and see the action for yourself or take guided tour in the evening. Get updates on recent activity viewing conditions and what to expect. Check in before going. You Tube video by DrBlizzardo ©Dive & Adventure Travel Hawaii  > 2002 all rights reserved Created and Designed by Andre Huste & Robin Maus  >