Have fun and be active on Hilo

(1)Hilo

Satisfy the thirst for nature tripping by visiting the wonders found in the city of Hilo.

The city might be full of activities from its beaches and water recreation spots, but past the fun brought about by the sparkling waters, another kind of adventure awaits those who are daring enough to experience the wonders of the rough trails of nature, solemn falls and awe-inspiring wildlife.

Location

(2)Hilo map

Hilo has a tropical rain forest climate. The city gets an average precipitation of 128 inches per year and around 175 sunny days per annum.

There is a significant amount of rainfall even during months belonging to summer season. The driest month is June while rain falls mostly during November.

Climate

(3) A day in Hilo

The city can be reached directly from from Honolulu. Public transportation is not really an option while roaming around the city.

Most prefer to have rented vehicles that are typically arranged during arrival at the airport.

There is an option to take a bus by going to Mamaloha Highway, but trips are not as frequent and that’s why a schedule has to be observed.

Transportation

(4)Transportation in Hilo

The city can be reached by having connecting a flight from Honolulu to Hilo International Airport. Public transportation is not much of an option while roaming around the city.

Most prefers to have rented vehicles that are typically arranged at the arrival at the airport. There is an option to take a bus by going to Mamaloha Hiighway but trips are not as frequent that’s why schedule has to be observed.

Attractions

Rainbow Falls

(5) Rainbow Falls

One of the most visited destinations in Hilo, these falls are famous because of the rainbow visible here every day around 10 AM.

The falls itself, even without the view of the rainbow, is a unique sight to behold. The vegetation surrounding it and the pristine water from the falls is picturesque in itself.

Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo

(6) Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo

This 12-acre zoo serves as a home to around 60 species of animals and more than 40 species of plants and trees. This is the only tropical zoo in the US.

Though small in size, this tourist destination was able to establish a name for itself together with its superstar, Namaste, a Bengal tiger from India that belongs to a genus nearing extinction.

Akaka Falls

(7) Akaka Falls

Be enticed into hiking that allows you to meet the luscious orchids and bamboo groves while traversing the trails of these falls found inside the similarly named state park.

The short hike takes about 30 minutes and is friendly even to first timers as well as kids. The trip is worth it because it means seeing the gorgeous view of the falls.

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