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Volcano Winery
35 Pi'i Mauna Drive, Volcano, HI
by Hilton 
TravelSkoot's best of outdoor activities on the Big Island includes unique tours of local plantations and plenty of hiking and exploring! You are able to see first hand the amazing wild life and natural forests while taking part in fun activities all over the Big Island of Hawaii!
Napa Valley it’s not. Nor does it aspire to be. Wine in Hawaii is a different animal – with the Symphony grape blending with native tropical fruits to create sensations completely unknown to your palette until now. Sound interesting? From 10 to 5:30 daily, the Volcano Winery offers free tastings – no appointment necessary. But be prepared to be charmed and captivated by their Macadamia Nut Honey Wine – made from blossoms of the Macadamia tree. Or the volcano red, blush, or guava fruit blended wines – bursting with the flavors of the island. The tasting is free, but don’t be surprised if you end up leaving with a case to share with your friends back home.
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Several tremendous waterfalls crash from two thousand feet above into a river at the floor of the valley. The area was so picturesque - Hawaiian kings made it their home - hence its nickname, "The Valley of the Kings." For an hour and a half, let the mules do the walkin' and your guide do the talkin'… wagon tours depart from the WHO ranch. Hear the story of Lono, who descended here from heaven on a rainbow. Or learn about the ancient burial caves on the steep cliffs as you clip-clop through old Taro patches, lush tropical foliage, and maybe even get a glimpse of some wild horses.
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At the center of modern Hawaiian history is John Palmer Parker, an American sailor who jumped ship and hid out in the tropics in 1809. Parker's incredible true story tells of his ensuing friendship with King Kamehameha, his marriage to a Hawaiian princess, and the rise of his empire of cattle on the 150,000 acres. Today the ranch is open to the public, where you can tour the home and all of the Cattle Country, enjoy horseback riding, and explore the ranch on 4x4 All Terrain Vehicles. Or if you're really adventurous, sign up for some big game and bird hunting on the ranch grounds.
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In the foothills of the mountains of Kailua Kona sits a grove of Kona trees that produce some of the most amazing coffee this side of the Pacific. Maybe it's the volcanic soil, or the organic manure from the Kona Nightingale Donkeys; whatever it is, the Bateman family has figured out how to make a new kind of black gold. Tour the plantation and see the process of pulping, to fermentation, to husking, to grading and roasting the coffee. You can even make an appointment to be the Bateman's "roastmaster for a day" where you actually roast your own coffee!
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Avid Hikers know that the prize for your hard work usually lies at the end of your journey – a beautiful vista – a body of water – a historical destination. But prizes greet you at just about every step of this 1.5 mile family hike exploring the story of how water shaped the landscape and history of Kohala. Traverse the trail and see beautiful countryside views, ancient plantations. Cross three bridges, with a view of no less than seven spectacular waterfalls. The five-hour hike will take you through rough terrain – so wear comfortable shoes. Just be prepared to kick them off and splash into the pool under one of the spectacular falling cascades.
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A resort like no other, the Hilton Waikoloa Village is a destination in itself. Explore the oceanfront hotel resort by air-conditioned trams or take a leisurely stroll along flagstone walkways flanked by Polynesian and Asian artwork. Experience breathtaking tropical gardens, abundant wildlife, a four-acre swimming and snorkeling lagoon and three freshwater pools, two with waterfalls & water-slides! The resort also offers the Hilton Waikoloa Village Wedding Pavilion. The magnificent setting will astound you with its beauty, tranquility and breathtaking ocean views opening to the outdoors to draw in the warm tropical breezes! Everyone will want to get married here, experience it for yourself!
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Akaka State Park is the oldest sugar cane fields on the Big Island! A short distance from the city of Hilo the drive to the park is breath taking, especially the 4 mile stretch of Hamakua! Hike through the tropical vegetation to the main attractions in the park, Akaka and Kahuna Falls. These two falls are over 400 feet as they drop into the cool pools below! Bring your camera and enjoy all the beauty nature has to offer!
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