This panorama was great to take. Not a sandy beach, but a rocky one filled with driftwood and crashing waves from the Pacific Ocean. To the right of Waipio Bay in this photograph you can see a waterfall crashing down the cliffs.

Waipio Bay - Hawaii Island visitor guide showing a virtual tour of 'Waipio Bay' linked to an interactive map with local and travel information. 360° panoramas from Hawaii.

Waipio Valley is recognized as one of the most beautiful parts of Hawaii Island. 'Waipi'o' means 'curved valley' in Hawaiian, and it is a valley of lush jungle with steep sides and many waterfalls.

Car: Waipi'o Valley is about 48 miles from Hilo and 60 miles from Kailua-Kona. From either take the H19 to Honoka'a and then the H250 through Kukuihaele to the lookout at the end of Waipio Road.