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The Mauna Lani Beach Club
This private club and beach is on a protected bay with white sand and coconut palms. It is a leisurely 12- to 15-minute stroll from the condo thru an historic preserve which includes lava fields and a 15-acre lush, wooded historic fishing lagoon, once reserved exclusively for Hawaiian royalty. Relax for an afternoon of some of the best snorkeling on the island (all ocean gear can be rented seaside), lunch at the Beach Club Restaurant and Bar. The Beach Club can also be accessed by car.
The Mauna Lani Spa
Indulge yourself like Hawaiian royalty with treatments based on native methods to nurture the mind, body and soul. The Mauna Lani Spa is just steps from the Palm Villas entry gate. Mauna Lani Spa.
Snorkeling at Mauna Lani
No boat needed, just swim out 20 yards and you will find yourself engulfed by schools of Hawaii’s brilliant and varied tropical fish, sea turtles, urchins and corals. Mauna Lani also boasts a green sea turtle nursery, protecting this endangered species, as well as the petroglyph park.
The Mauna Lani Golf Club
The Francis I'i Brown North and South courses are considered some of the world's best resort courses with 36 holes of golfing elegance. Designers Ray Cain, Rodney Wright, and Robin Nelson sculpted the course from fields of black lava making it a unique location for the Senior Skins Professional Golf Tournament from 1981-2001.
The Shops at Mauna Lani
The Shops feature Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Retail store, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, art galleries, and other retail shops. Foodland Farms, a grocery store (see photo below), is where you will find fresh island produce and a variety of seafood to stock your pantry.
Queens’ MarketPlace and Kings’ Shops in Waikoloa
A collection of shops, galleries, and restaurants including Roy’s Waikoloa Bar and Grill and the Merriman Market Café is just a 10-minute drive from the resort.
Top 5 Off-the-Beaten Path Discoveries on the Big Island
Mile upon mile of coastline make Hawaii a beach-lover’s paradise. But dig a little deeper and you’ll discover dozens of unforgettable experiences on our islands that don’t require a swimsuit.
1. Browse the vibrant fruits and tropical flowers at the Hilo Farmers Market
2. Visit the bird preserve of Kipuka Puaulu, sanctuary left untouched by lava flows
3. Explore the charming arts and culture of Holualoa
4. Hike above the clouds via the Mauna Loa trail (3-4 day trip)
5. Explore the lush land of the sacred Waipio Valley, surrounded by 2,000-foot cliffs
• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
• Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
• Tennis
• Sailing
• Boating
• Parasailing
• Jet Skiing
• Snorkeling/Diving
• Surfing
• Windsurfing
• Biking
• Hiking
• Fishing
• Horseback Riding
• Historic fishponds, archeological sites
• Sunset Sails
• Whale Watches
• Helicopter Tours
Other Useful Links:
• Snorkeling, Snuba, Whale watching and Sunset Cruises — Body Glove
• Learn about the Big Island — GoHawaii
• Big Island Activities
• Hawaiian Airlines
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Enjoy the Francis I'i Brown North golf course
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The Hapuna Beach just a few miles from the Palm Villas
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Snorkeling at Mauna Lani beach
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Boat trips for watching the dolphins
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View beautiful tropical fish, reefs and other ocean life
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Turtles resting on the beach by the Fairmont Orchid
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Black sand beaches are formed from lava
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Kilauea has been erupting since 1983
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A lava stream flowing from Kilauea's erruption
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An upclose view of lava. |
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Stroll through tropical flowers & plants at the Botanical Garden
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Unmarked graves of persons who once lived in the valley at the Botanical Garden
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Waimea ranch land on the Big Island
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A New England-style church with walls and ceilings of koa wood built in 1857
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Enjoy the beauty of a Kohala Coast sunset
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Foodland Farms grocery store has everything for the pantry
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