The island of Hawaii is the youngest and largest island in the Hawaiian chain.

Nearly twice as big as all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined (hence, its nickname, “Big Island”), its sheer size is awe-inspiring. You can travel through all but four of the world’s different climate zones here, ranging from Wet Tropical to Polar Tundra, a result of the shielding effect and elevations of the massive volcanoes Maunakea and Maunaloa. From the many geological features at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to the snow-capped heights of Maunakea; from the lush valleys of the Hilo and Hamakua Coasts to the jet-black sands of Punaluu Beach, the island of Hawaii is an unrivaled expression of the power of nature. However you decide to experience the island, it is sure to leave you humbled! Check out the island of Hawaii’s regions to explore this vast island.

Printed relocation information is available and will be mailed to you upon request for $25.00 to cover postage and handling. Check, money order or credit card payments accepted. The USPS medium size flat rate box to ship the order will include a current copy of our local phone book, current publication of the East Hawai‘i newspaper, Hawai‘i Tribune-Herald and other information to help you in the relocation process. Feel free to inquire about any specific information you may require.

Contact the Chamber office at Ph: 808-935-7178 or email exec@hicc.biz.

Web links are also available as an inexpensive option which the chamber office will be happy to provide at no charge.

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The island of Hawai‘i is the largest island in the Hawaiian chain

with climatic contrasts across its 6 main regions: the Hamakua Coast, Hilo, Puna, Kau, Kona and Kohala. The island is 4,028 sq. miles, which is so big that the other Hawaiian Islands could fit on it nearly twice. Yet the island of Hawai‘i is the youngest in the Hawaiian chain, a mere 800,000 years old.

The island is home to Maunakea which is the tallest sea mountain in the world, with a summit that stands 13,796 feet above sea level, and rises over 32,000 feet from its base on the ocean floor, making it taller than Mt. Everest. Maunaloa is the most massive mountain in the world, covering half the island. But the island of Hawaii is most famous for Kilauea in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, erupting continuously since 1983.

The lush east-side town of Hilo gets more than 130 inches of rain annually, while the Kohala Coast usually gets less than ten inches per year. Ranging from the fern forests of Puna and the cool, misty breezes of Waimea, to the sunny lava plains of Kona and the dry heat of Kau, the island of Hawai‘i is a place of stunningly distinct environments.