๐ Big Island, Hawaii: 4-Day Hilo Guide ๐๏ธ
Spent 4 days and 3 nights in Hiloโhereโs my relaxed yet action-packed itinerary! Day 0: โ๏ธ Flew from Oahu to Hilo on Hawaiian Airlines (free early flight change if you arrive early!). Day 1: ๐ Richardson Ocean Park โ Black sand beach snorkeling! ๐ Perfect for beginnersโeven babies join! Watch for sharp rocks. ๐ข Sea turtles sometimes appear! ๐ Hilo Farmers Market โ Papayas are cheap & delicious! ๐ฅญ (Bring cash ๐ต) ๐ Punaluโu Black Sand Beach โ Iconic & crowded ๐ธ (turtles possible!) ๐ Hawaii Volcanoes National Park ๐ Check Kฤซlauea volcano updates for lava activity! Visitor Center โ Holei Sea Arch = 40-min drive ๐ Allow extra time for trails + download offline maps! Day 2: ๐ Carlsmith Beach Park โ Snorkeling ๐คฟ Larger than Richardson, still beginner-friendly! ๐ Mauna Kea Summit โ Cloud sea sunset ๐โ๏ธ Rent a Jeep (4WD required + photos look awesome!). Gas up + dress warmlyโitโs cold up there! โ๏ธ Stargaze at the visitor center post-sunset (avoid full moon nights ๐). Day 3: โ๏ธ Fly Hilo โ Oahu (donโt forget to grab fresh juice at the airport! ๐) Food Recommendations: ๐ Tetsumen โ Solid ramen! ๐ Poke N Sides โ Best poke ever! Salmon + ube ๐ (opposite Hilo Farmers Market). ๐ Pineapples Island Fresh Cuisine โ Dinner with live music ๐ถ (short wait). Accommodation: ๐ Airbnb on Hilo Bay โ Woke up to ocean & meadow views every morning! ๐ ๐ #BigIsland #Hilo #Hawaii #VolcanoNationalPark #BlackSandBeach #TravelGuide #IslandLife ๐บ๐ธ
