Big Island
Land of Fire & Volcanoes
Approx. 20 hours
Flight from LondonAvailable indirect
Approx. 21 hours
Flight from ManchesterAvailable indirect
Air/Cruise Ports & Distances
📍Kona International Airport (KOA)
20-25 miles to Waikoloa resorts - Approx. 30-40 min drive 📍Kailua-Kona Cruise Terminal
Tender port with direct walk into town🔑 Key Selling Points
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Trek past steaming vents, ancient lava flows, and craters — and sometimes see glowing lava in action.
Mauna Kea Stargazing
At nearly 14,000 feet, this is one of the clearest skies on Earth. Join a guided tour for otherworldly stargazing.
Kona Coffee Tours
Visit lush plantations where world-famous Kona coffee is grown, roasted, and sampled right at the source.
Akaka Falls & Rainbow Falls
Two dramatic waterfalls plunge through tropical rainforest near Hilo, surrounded by vibrant flowers and greenery.
Manta Ray Night Snorkel/Dive
Float beneath the stars as graceful manta rays glide and swoop around you — one of Hawaii’s most unique experiences.
Sales Tip: For hotel results, there are 2 options you can use. 1, type ‘Hawaiian Islands’ but note this will display hotels on all islands. 2, use KOA code, this will just display hotels on Big Island.
🏨 Recommended Hotels
Royal Kona Resort
Retro-style oceanfront resort with saltwater lagoon, luau shows, and relaxed island vibe.
📍Kailua-Kona
Pool
Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa
Oceanfront resort perched on dramatic lava cliffs, with lagoon-style pool and manta ray viewing.
📍Keauhou Bay
Pool
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Expansive mega-resort with lagoons, golf, pools, and endless family fun.
📍Waikoloa Beach
Beachfront, Pool
Fairmont Orchid
Prestigious Kohala Coast resort offering white-sand beach, world-class spa, golf, and luxury dining.
📍Kohala Coast
Beachfront, Luxury, Spa