World Botanical Gardens Tours

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If you're spending a while in Ninole, World Botanical Gardens is a fine place to kick off your exploring. This showcase of plants is one of numerous attractions that'll keep you busy here. Akaka Falls, Umauma Falls, and Akaka Falls State Park are also waiting to be explored nearby.

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Volcano Forest Inn

Volcano Forest Inn

3.5 out of 5
per person
Jul 19 - Jul 21
Roundtrip flight included
Honolulu (HNL) to Hilo (ITO)
8.4/10 Very Good! (111 reviews)
Clean and quiet place. Not what I’d call an actual “B&B”. But he was upfront about that so it was what I expected. Definitely recommend it.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2024

Hamakua Hotel

Hamakua Hotel

4 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Jul 5 - Jul 12
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Hilo (ITO)
No reviews
Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center

Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center

3 out of 5
per person
Jun 22 - Jun 29
Roundtrip flight included
Honolulu (HNL) to Hilo (ITO)
7.8/10 Good! (69 reviews)
I LOVED the three walled bathroom, bathing in rain water, my cabin, and the quiet time!!

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2019

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Umauma Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Umauma Falls, a lovely green space in Hakalau. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Umauma Falls
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Akaka Falls State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Akaka Falls State Park, a lovely green space in Hakalau. Wander the seaside or discover the waterfalls in this relaxing area.

Akaka Falls State Park
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Akaka Falls

4.5/5(270 reviews)

The most picturesque waterfall on Hawaii’s Big Island is easily accessible, with a stroll through beautiful rain forest.

Akaka Falls
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Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

4.5/5(132 reviews)

Discover over 2,000 species of tropical plants at this conservation area set in a fertile valley, where dense rainforest offers a home to diverse animal life.

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
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Pacific Tsunami Museum

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Remembering catastrophic sea waves in 1946 and 1960, this unique Hilo museum provides both a memorial tribute and valuable educational services.

Pacific Tsunami Museum
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Coconut Island Park

4.5/5(81 reviews)

Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Coconut Island Park, a lovely green space in Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

Coconut Island Park

Best Lodging Options Near World Botanical Gardens

Private Studio with ocean views on Hamakua coast.
Private Studio with ocean views on Hamakua coast.
Hakalau
Private Studio with ocean views on Hamakua coast.
Mahana House Country Inn
Mahana House Country Inn
4 out of 5
29-3825 Pueo'Ihi, Hakalau, HI
Mahana House Country Inn
Amazing Hamakua Coast Oceanfront Retreat - 2BR Private Home
Amazing Hamakua Coast Oceanfront Retreat - 2BR Private Home
Hakalau
Amazing Hamakua Coast Oceanfront Retreat - 2BR Private Home
Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai
Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai
Hakalau
Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai
Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm- With over 200 five star reviews!
Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm- With over 200 five star reviews!
Hilo
Hulili Tropical Fruit Farm- With over 200 five star reviews!
Private Family House with Ocean/Mountain Views
Private Family House with Ocean/Mountain Views
Honomu
Private Family House with Ocean/Mountain Views
Lovely garden cottage, Hamakua waterfall district, 100% solar
Lovely garden cottage, Hamakua waterfall district, 100% solar
Ninole
Lovely garden cottage, Hamakua waterfall district, 100% solar
Hamakua Guesthouse
Hamakua Guesthouse
2.5 out of 5
28-1435 Old Mamalahoa Hwy., Pepeekeo, HI
Hamakua Guesthouse
Spectacular two-story ocean-view home on two acres with covered lanai
Spectacular two-story ocean-view home on two acres with covered lanai
Ninole
Spectacular two-story ocean-view home on two acres with covered lanai
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