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Amy B. H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden

Often overlooked, this garden fosters a wealth of Hawaiian cultural traditions. On 12 acres grow 250 types of plants that were typical in an early Hawaiian ahupua'a, pie-shape land divisions that ran from the mountains to the sea. Call to find out about guided tours or drop in between 8:30 AM and 5 PM. www.bishopmuseum.org/greenwell.


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    Big Island. Exploring the surface of the world's most active volcano -- from the moonscape craters at the summit to the red lava flows on the coast -- is the ultimate eco-tour. more ›

  • Lapakahi State Historical Park

    Big Island. A self-guided, 1-mi walking tour leads through the ruins of the once-prosperous fishing village Koai'e, which dates as far back as the 15th century. Displays illustrate early Hawaiian fishing and farming techniques, salt gathering, games, and legends. A park guide is often on-site to answer questions. Open daily 8-4. more ›

  • Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

    Big Island. There are few beaches with as many old Hawaiian archaeological ruins as these three, sheltered in a 1,160-acre park near Honokohau Harbor, just north of Kailua-Kona town. All are good for swimming. The park's wetlands provide refuge to a number of waterbirds, including the endemic Hawaiian stilt and coot. www.nps.gov. more ›

  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire

    Big Island. Tours through these fascinating caves and lava tubes underneath the volcano must be arranged in advance, but are well worth a little extra planning. The Caverns are comprised of four main tubes, each 500-700 years old and full of stalactites, stalagmites, and a variety of different colored flowstone. www.kilaueacavernsoffire.com. Open by appointment only. more ›
Island: Big Island

Address: 82-6188 Maalahoa Hwy., Captain Cook, HI

Phone: 808/323-3318

Price (USD): Free

Source: Fodor's





 
 
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