Top 20 Things To Do in Hawaii

Aloha, and Welcome to our list of the Best Things To Do In Hawaii! When planning a fabulous vacation to the Hawaiian Islands, there are many great vacation activities to choose from on each isle. The Hawaiian Islands consist of six mainly visited islands and some smaller atolls and islets. Each island has its distinct character and vibe, cultural history, and rare opportunities to experience.

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Referred to as The Gathering Place, Oahu is one of the most popular Hawaiian Islands to visit and has the highest full-time resident population within the island chain. Oahu offers many famous sights to explore, including Waikiki, North Shore beaches, Pearl Harbor, and more.

The Island of Hawaii is more commonly called The Big Island because it is the largest isle in the Hawaiian archipelago. Rich in Hawaiian cultural and geographical history, this island houses 3 active volcanoes, gorgeous waterfalls, black sand beaches, and coffee farms.

Time and time again, visitors love visiting the Island of Maui, also nicknamed “The Valley Isle,” with its dramatic mountain to Pacific Ocean landscape views. Maui is the most popular Hawaiian Island for snorkeling adventures, whale watching tours, golf, water sports, and sightseeing.

The County of Maui also houses the islands of Lana’i (The Pineapple Isle) and Moloka’i (The Friendly Isle). These two islands offer a more intimate experience with a handful of Hawaiian secret gems: golfing, horseback riding, sport fishing, and many more rare discoveries.

Last but not least, the Island of Kaua’i (The Garden Isle) offers visitors a chance to fall in love with a vibrant and richly diverse cultural environment. Here, guests can hike the remarkable Na Pali Coastline, take in Waimea Canyon, see ancient taro fields, and learn more about Hawaiian history in Old Koloa Town and Hanapepe.

We invite you to read through and start planning your next vacation to Hawaii today! Hawaii is the best destination for an adventurous family vacation, a romantic honeymoon, daredevil explorations, and group holidays with friends. Welcome to the beautiful Hawaiian Islands, where the world is your oyster.

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Snorkeling

Without a doubt, the #1 top activity to do in Hawaii is snorkeling! Travel to the incredibly gorgeous Hawaiian Islands for your next vacation, and be sure to book a snorkel tour for yourself, your family, and friends. Aboard a modern snorkeling vessel, visitors will surely enjoy witnessing the beauty of an array of Hawaiian marine life.

Visitors will journey safely with a professional tour guide, receiving Hawaii marine life education, expert instruction, and snorkel guidance.

Imagine how amazing it would be to see the Hawaiian green sea turtle in its natural habitat, an abundance of tropical fish native to Pacific Ocean waters, and vibrantly colored reef formations. Depending on the time of year that you embark on a Hawaiian snorkel tour, you may also have the added rare chance to see playful Spinner Dolphins skipping along the ocean’s surface. During the winter months, guests can view the North Pacific Humpback Whales during their annual migration to Hawaiian waters.

An abundance of Hawaii snorkel tours and ocean activity companies can be found on each Hawaiian island.


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Whale Watching

Get excited about one of the most magical experiences in Hawaii, and book a whale watching tour on your next vacation in the Pacific Islands. Whale Watching is quite certainly one of the best things to do in Hawaii and an invaluable experience that will not be soon forgotten! Seeing the incredible North Pacific Humpback Whales in action during their annual migration to Hawaiian waters is witnessing Mother Nature firsthand.

It is truly awe-inspiring to feel the freedom of the open ocean, smell the sweet and salty Hawaiian air, and view 40-ton Humpback Whales gracefully dancing through clear Pacific waters. You may see one breach high above the ocean surface if you’re lucky!

Every Winter season, thousands of North Pacific Humpback Whales travel 3,000 miles from the Alaskan Gulf to the Hawaiian Islands. Their migration to South Pacific waters offers a calm, safe, and healing environment for the females to give birth to their calves and raise their young.

Hawaii’s whale season runs from mid-Fall to April every year. The peak season for whale watching is during January, February and March.


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Golfing

Golfing in Hawaii is heaven on earth for all golf enthusiasts! From students to professionals, the Hawaiian Islands offer a gorgeous golf experience for everyone.

The golf community in Hawaii ranges from public courses to the uber-private and elite golf locales only available to the rare few. From all golf resorts in the State of Hawaii, golfers and friends will indeed lavish in the luxury of immaculate conditions: warm sunshine, pristine greens, a luxurious atmosphere, privacy, and fabulous 360-degree panoramic views.

Explore the Island of Maui in early January and attend the PGA’s Annual Hyundai Tournament of Champions at the Kapalua Resort, or visit anytime throughout the year for a 5-star golfing experience. Here, guests can rub elbows with the best golf professionals while basking in magical West Maui views. In South Maui, golfers can refine their skills at David Leadbetter’s Golf Academy and spend long days on the greens at the notorious Wailea Golf Resort’s Gold, Emerald, and Old Blue courses.

Guests can journey to a golfing fantasy scenario on the Island of Lana’i at the Four Seasons’s Manele Bay Course and should not miss the Mauna Kea Golf Course or Waikoloa Beach Resort’s King Course on the Big Island. Kaua’i offers an abundance of beautiful golf resorts, including the Princeville Golf Club, Makai Golf Club at Princeville, Poipu Bay Golf Course, Kauai Lagoon Golf Club, and Puakea Golf Course.

No matter which Hawaiian Island you choose for a golf vacation in paradise, you will not be disappointed.


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Sightseeing

There is most definitely not a lack of sightseeing adventures in Hawaii!

When visiting the Hawaiian Islands, it is impossible to not be wholly engrossed in Hawaii’s breathtaking beauty. You will see dramatic mountain ranges, turquoise and deep azure ocean scenes, tropical valleys, diverse landscapes, and natural wonders everywhere your head turns.

Each one of the Hawaiian Islands offers a special place in the hearts of all residents and visitors! Sightseeing is one of the best things to do in Hawaii because it gives you a chance to explore all of the amazing areas, not just the most popular locales for tourists. When sightseeing in Hawaii, guests have an opportunity to visit secret gems, taste local foods, find unique keepsakes, and create long days of enjoyment customized by your own unique ideas.

While on the Big Island, visitors should explore Hilo Town, Kona, Akaka Falls, and Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park for a rare chance to learn more about Big Island’s active volcanoes: Hualalai, Mauna Loa, Kilauea, and Kama’ehuakanaloa.

When you’re on Maui, do not miss a chance to tour the Road to Hana to visit some of Hawaii’s more untouched areas; swim in waterfalls, visit a black sand beach, swim in the Seven Sacred Pools of Oheo Gulch, and enjoy local foods.

The Island of Kauai offers mystical sightseeing experiences without even trying! On Kauai, guests have the dramatic Na Pali Coastline at their fingertips, along with Hanalei and Poipu, Waimea Valley, Polihale State Park, the Kilauea Lighthouse, Kokee State Park, and more.

When visiting the Island of Lana’i, do not miss Puu Pehe (Sweetheart Rock), Keahiakawelo (Garden of the Gods), or Munro Trail for a chance to view some of Lana’i’s more secluded locations. Visit Moloka’i and tour Kalaupapa by horseback, Halawa Valley, and the Fishponds of Moloka’i.

Whether you choose a guided sightseeing tour in Hawaii or prefer to go on your own with a rented vehicle, you will not be disappointed! The Islands of Hawaii are truly spectacular and full of both natural and modern wonders that live and breathe the age-old wisdom of the Native Hawaiian culture.


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Beach Hopping

Beach Hopping isn’t just one of the most popular activities in Hawaii, but it’s also one of the biggest reasons you want to visit the Hawaiian Islands, right? Yeah!

Who doesn’t daydream about long, lazy days basking under the glorious Hawaiian sunshine? Everyone wants to return home from their Hawaiian Island vacation with a golden suntan and a look of relaxation stretching across their face.

Go ahead! Plan your fabulous Hawaiian vacation, but make sure to research beaches ahead of time. If you’re traveling with children during the winter, you may want to find the best beaches for calm swimming, building sandcastles, light snorkeling, and fun in the sun. In that case, visit Kailua Beach or Hanauma Bay on Oahu. Are you looking for an adult beach adventure with rock jumping and stand-up paddle adventures? Check out Ka’anapali beaches on Maui. Have you always dreamed of swimming with dolphins or manta rays? Look into Big Island ocean adventures in Kona.

One of the best parts about visiting Hawaii is exploring the beaches and sightseeing en route. Enjoy an array of super fun beach activities and ocean adventures in Hawaii!


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Cultural Attractions

Experiencing Hawaiian cultural attractions opens your mind, body, and soul to the age-old wisdom of a blend of Polynesian cultures. The first Hawaiian settlers brought ancient traditions and lifestyles to the islands from various indigenous Polynesian cultures. With the fusion of older cultures and the end of the trans-Pacific migrations, Hawai’i was eminently born.

The Hawaiian Islands have undergone many transitions from the original inhabitants to now, through colonialism and changes in government. What remains are sacred pieces of Hawaiian culture through celebration, healing practices, history, ecology, and ‘ohana (family).

While visiting the magical Hawaiian Islands, guests must observe and participate in complete respect for a culture that must never be forgotten nor taken for granted. Activities like attending luaus and watching hula performances, enjoying visits to local farms and agricultural sites, and lavishing in the luxury of Lomi Lomi massage allow guests to learn more about Hawaii’s ancient cultural rites. We encourage all guests to engage in the beauty of Hawaiian cultural activities.

On Oahu, definitely visit the Polynesian Cultural Center for activities, shows, and presentations about Hawaiian culture. Travel to Maui and enjoy an evening at the Feast at Lele for a luau and an eclectic educational show. Visit the Big Island for the annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival, Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, and the Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park to learn about early Hawaiian life. On Kauai, check out the Grove Farm Museum in Lihue, the Waioli Mission House in Hanalei, and research ahead of time to learn about an array of annual festivals on Kauai.


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Surfing

The first written western account of surfing in Hawaii was in 1779 by Lieutenant James King. He colorfully described Native Hawaiians riding wood planks on the ocean swells of the Big Island’s Kealakekua Bay. In the ancient Hawaiian language, surfing is also referred to as “he’e nalu” and was a spiritual practice that engaged the Native Hawaiians with the energy of their gods.

Historically speaking, he’e nalu (surfing) was an activity reserved for Hawaiian royalty, and termed the “Sport of Kings”. Today, surfing is an ocean activity available to the masses throughout the world. It is one of the most popular ocean sports and one that is constantly transitioning with unique skills, trends, style, technique, and craftsmanship. The Islands of Hawaii still remain on the forefront as the best place in the world for surfing.

Visitors travel to Hawaii from all corners of the world for surfing. Surfing is prevalent on all of the Hawaiian Islands, with some of the most renowned Hawaiian surfing locales found on Oahu and Maui: Oahu’s North and South Shores, and Maui’s famous East and West side North Shores. Visit Maui and see professional watermen and women take the stage at Ho’okipa Beach Park, Jaws, and Honolua Bay. On Oahu, guests can spectate and watch surf history unfold at North Shore beaches like Banzai Pipeline, Waimea Bay, and Makaha Beach.

Waikiki Beach, Ala Moana Bowls, and Castles in South Oahu are all great locales for amateur surfers to learn the sport, and for surf, lovers to pay homage at the Duke Kahanamoku statue. The Island of Lana’i offers experienced surfers Lopa Beach, and Kaua’i provides many great surf spots, including 2-miles of moon shaped Hanalei Bay – mellow in the Summer for beginners, and best in the Winter for advanced surfers.

he’e nalu Historically, he’e nalu (surfing) was an activity reserved for Hawaiian royalty and termed the “Sport of Kings.” Today, surfing is an ocean activity available to the masses worldwide. It is one of the most popular ocean sports and is constantly transitioning with unique skills, trends, style, technique, and craftsmanship. The Islands of Hawaii still remain at the forefront as the best place in the world for surfing. Visitors travel to Hawaii from all corners of the world for surfing. Surfing is prevalent on all the Hawaiian Islands, with some of the most renowned Hawaiian surfing locales on Oahu and Maui: Oahu’s North and South Shores and Maui’s infamous East and Westside North Shores. Visit Maui and see professional watermen and women take the stage at Ho’okipa Beach Park, Jaws, and Honolua Bay. On Oahu, guests can spectate and watch surf history unfold at North Shore beaches like Banzai Pipeline, Waimea Bay, and Makaha Beach. Waikiki Beach, Ala Moana Bowls, and Castles in South Oahu are excellent locales for amateur surfers to learn the sport. Surf lovers can also pay homage to the Duke Kahanamoku statue in Waikiki. The Island of Lana’i offers experienced surfers Lopa Beach. Kaua’i provides many great surf spots, including 2-miles of moon-shaped Hanalei Bay, which is mellow in the summer for beginners and best in the winter for advanced surfers.


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Luaus

Hawaiian and Polynesian style luau feasts are among the most attended activities throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Everyone must attend at least one luau in their lifetime! If you are trying to figure out which one is the best fit for you and your group, have no fear; there are various luaus from which to choose on each island.

Enjoy an evening of Hawaiian culture with local foods, traditional luau feasts, entertainment, and tropical cocktails. Bring your family and friends and learn Hawaiian arts and crafts like basket weaving and lei making. Guests can also watch cultural presentations and get lost in the melodic sounds of ancient drumming, Hawaiian hula, and fire dance performances.

Give thanks and celebrate Hawaiian culture with your loved ones! Making a trip to Maui? Check out our blog for the top luau experiences on Maui!


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Spa Packages

All visitors share at least one common bond when globe-trotting to the Hawaiian Islands. One of the most popular reasons people choose Hawaii as a vacation destination is because they want to relax and unwind from all of the stresses of everyday life. They want to spend rejuvenating days in one of the most beautiful environments in the world: the Islands of Hawaii.

Everyone has a different definition of what relaxation means to them, whether it might be laying out on the beach, swimming in a waterfall with a loved one, golfing with friends, hiking through nature, sailing in the gorgeous Pacific Ocean, or even a massage in paradise!

Travel to Hawaii to enjoy your vacation time with your loved ones, and take advantage of a private moment by booking a spa package or service at one of Hawaii’s best spa locations. The spa pictured is Willow Stream Spa of the Fairmont Kea Lani in Wailea, Maui.

Each of the Hawaiian Islands offers a diverse selection of spa treatments and packages at a host of gorgeous spa locations and resorts. Enjoy a couples massage with the tranquil sounds of smooth rolling waves and palm trees lightly blowing in the wind. Book a full spa day with lavish signature body treatments, facials, scrubs, waxing, or med-spa treatments.

For a fabulous Hawaii spa experience, we encourage you to choose a spa that uses locally made products infused with tropical ingredients


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Hiking

Plan an adventurous hiking expedition to the Hawaiian Islands! Each of the Hawaiian Islands offers a host of incredible hikes, ranging from easy trail walks to challenging 3-day+ long excursions. No matter your skill and stamina level, or the size of your group, there are many exciting hiking opportunities for everyone in Hawaii.

On Maui, visitors can venture up to the 10,023-foot-high dormant Mt. Haleakala Crater for backpacking through one of the most geologically diverse areas in all of Hawaii. Travel east towards Hana and hike through a bamboo forest to a waterfall, start Upcountry and explore the Makawao Forest, or journey south and take a leisurely stroll through La Perouse Bay.

On Oahu, guests should be open to trying many hiking challenges with Stairway to Heaven. Go for the Diamond Head Summit Trail or the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail for a medium-level hike. On the Big Island, guests can venture through over 250 miles of hiking trails spanning volcanic fields, lava tubes, and beaches.

Kaua’i is one of the most exciting places to hike in Hawaii, with the noteworthy Kalalau (Na Pali Coastline) Trail, the Kukui Trail on the Westside, and the Sleeping Giant Trail. Whether it’s a fact or fiction, it has been loosely stated through coconut wireless that the Island of Kauai has more hiking trails alone than any state on the U.S. Mainland.

With all of this Hawaii hiking information, you should be all set to start creating your next hiking adventure to Hawaii!


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Helicopter Tours

If you love adventure and stunning Hawaii scenery, you should take a Hawaii helicopter tour! A handful of notable helicopter tour companies are located throughout the Hawaiian Islands, and they all offer unique aerial experiences. Imagine flying over hidden valleys and waterfalls and seeing Hawaii’s coastlines with a bird’s eye view!

When on the Big Island, guests now have a chance to take a helicopter tour to active volcanoes. Here, guests will have the opportunity to watch red lava as it flows into the ocean, see billowing steam vents, and witness the natural majesty of volatile Hawaii firsthand.

While on Maui, guests can take a tour bus to Hana and a helicopter ride back! You can also fly from the Valley Isle to Oahu on a day trip. One of the most amazing helicopter tours that you can do in Hawaii is on Kauai, the Garden Isle. While touring Kauai’s breathtaking coastlines, riders can scoop around the Napali Coastline and have a rare chance to see beautiful topographical changes in Hawaii’s scenery, view reef formations from above, see hidden waterfalls, and so much more.

Helicopter tours in Hawaii are a great vacation adventure for those celebrating a honeymoon, a new romance, or an anniversary. Inter-island helicopter rides in Hawaii are one of the most insanely unique ways to sightsee Hawaii!


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SUP

Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) is not only popular in Hawaii, but is also quickly becoming one of the most famous ocean activities in the world! More and more visitors are trying out this awesome sport throughout the Hawaiian Islands because lessons are readily available and boards are easy to rent. It’s super fun!

When stand-up paddleboarding in Hawaii, inexperienced guests can feel confident knowing that there are many great spots for beginners. Each of the Hawaiian Islands offers calm bays and shallow areas to practice. If you want to stand up paddle in Hawaii, the only prerequisite is that you must know how to swim comfortably in the ocean.

SUP lessons are typically an hour and a half long and include SUP equipment rentals, rash guards, and booties. Group, semi-private, and private lessons are available. Once students get their footing, they’re guaranteed to be scooping the ocean in no time.


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Ziplining

One of the newest top outdoor activities in Hawaii is definitely ziplining! The most popular zipline courses in Hawaii are found on Maui, Kauai, and Big Island. While ziplining in Hawaii, guests have a rare chance to experience island adventure differently. Ziplining is a great family activity in Hawaii and super popular with teenagers!

One of the newest trends in Hawaii ziplining is combo tours. On the Big Island, guests can enjoy “zip and dip” adventures where they zipline through courses and finish the tour by swimming in private freshwater pools near Akaka Falls.

On Maui, guests can “zip and bike” through the beautifully scenic Mt. Haleakala areas. So fun! Each zipline site offers various course lengths and adventures to experience; this is definitely an excellent activity for kids in Hawaii.

Hawaii ziplining is safe, fun and all-around thrilling!

Before a zipline adventure, all participants go through a safety training and practice period. General rules for ziplining in Hawaii are that guests must be 8 years old or older, between 60-260 pounds, cannot be pregnant, and have not been scuba diving within the previous 24 hours. Medical issues that are not allowed are heart problems, recent surgeries, and severe back, neck, and joint injuries.


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Sunset Cruises

A sunset cruise is perhaps one of the most romantic things anyone could ever do in Hawaii! Aboard a gorgeous ocean vessel, guests will definitely get the chance to witness some of the best possible sunset views in all of Hawaii. When choosing which Hawaii sunset cruise is best for you and your guests, you have many options throughout the islands.

Sunset cruises come in many forms in Hawaii! Guests can experience a whale watch sunset cruise in Maui during the winter months, champagne and cocktail dinner cruises throughout the year, and many more Hawaii sunset cruises with live music, gourmet food, delicious Mai Tai’s, and entertainment. Just imagine cruising alongside Kailua-Kona’s coastline on the Big Island or watching a gorgeous West Maui sun setting behind the outer island of Lanai. Yes! It’s the absolute best!

When enjoying a sunset cruise in Hawaii, guests have a chance to finally decompress on vacation. You’ll be able to breathe deeply and savor the sweet and salty fragrance of Hawaii’s Pacific Ocean, feel the calm ocean breezes against your back, and have many opportunities to enjoy an intimate moment with your loved one. Besides taking in a peaceful and beautiful atmosphere, guests will also be able to see some of the most jaw-dropping coastal views in Hawaii.


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Farmers Markets

While in Hawaii, do as the locals do and eat local!! There are so many beautiful weekly farmer’s markets on each Hawaiian island. At Hawaii farmer’s markets, visitors can meet Hawaii farmers and visit a variety of local vendors. It’s awesome and absolutely one of the best things to do in Hawaii.

While perusing Hawaii farmers markets, definitely seek out items you’ve never tasted, and please try to experience something new! The Hawaiian Islands are extremely fruitful and abundant with fabulous tropical fruit, organic produce, fresh seafood, free-range meats, spices, honey, coffee, and more! Visiting farmer’s markets in Hawaii is an excellent activity for everyone. Plus, you will support the local sustainable scene in Hawaii, which is so important! Every single visitor can find something to enjoy at a Hawaii farmers market, including snacks, sweets, freshly squeezed juices, tropical flowers, yummy baked bread, and local arts and crafts vendors.

When on the Island of Oahu, definitely check out the Kailua Farmers Market every Thursday night in the parking lot behind Macy’s and Whole Foods. This is a great farmers market to visit for various local and organic produce, fresh lemonade, ice creams, Hawaii coffee, and Hawaii-made condiments and packaged snacks. Guests can also find a variety of yummy prepared meals: Indian, Mexican, Local Hawaiian fare, Vegetarian, Raw, Vegan, and more.

On Maui, check out the Upcountry Farmers Market in Kula every Saturday morning at the Kulamalu Center. Here, you will find a variety of rare and organic produce ranging from lychees to dragon fruit, greens, squashes, kale, and Maui mandarins. At this Hawaii farmers market, guests can find local eggs, baked goods, Maui-grown coffee, lilikoi (passion fruit) butter, coconuts, tropical plants and flowers, and unique and exotic prepared foods.


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Horseback Riding Tours

Exploring horseback riding tours in Hawaii is one of the best ways to adventure Hawaii’s spectacular coastlines and countrysides! Upon a well-trained horse, both beginners and experienced riders can experience Hawaii in a super memorable way. Calmly walk through coastline trails or jaunt and gallop over some of Hawaii’s most in-the-know private horseback riding locations.

Guests and residents can enjoy private and group horseback riding lessons and tours throughout the Hawaiian Islands.

On Maui, horseback riding tours and lessons are available at Makena Stables in South Maui, at the Ironwood Ranch in West Maui, and the Mendez Ranch in Wailuku (which also has an awesome BBQ). You can also check out the Thompson Ranch located Upcountry.

On Oahu, horseback riding tours are excellent at the Kualoa Ranch, the Gunstock Ranch above Laie, or Happy Trails on a 350-acre private ranch through the Waimea Valley on the North Shore.

Big Island horseback riding is so fantastically incredible! There are options on both the Kailua-Kona and Hilo sides of the island at Waipio Na’alapa Stables in Honokaa, Parker Ranch in Waimea, or the Pa’ani Ranch in Keaau.

Last but not least, if you’re looking for horseback riding tours in Kauai, check out Silverhills Ranch on the North Shore. Located in Kilauea, this spot offers a handful of really great rides with options to check out Silver Falls for freshwater dips, picnics, horseback riding, and ATV combo tours. They also provide rides through the interior of the Kamookoa and Kalihiwai Ridges for a fabulous view of the Makaleha Mountain Range*


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Visit Local Farms

When planning your next fabulous vacation to the Hawaiian Islands, research all the unique farm tours available on your specific destination island. Without a doubt, each Hawaiian Island offers something special to experience at local farms. Some farms even offer movie screenings on their land! You never know what cool activity you’ll find on Hawaii’s local farms. Below is a brief guide to local farms throughout the Hawaiian Islands.

Maui: Ono Organic Farms, Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm, Surfing Goat Dairy, Maui Dragon fruit Farm, Hale Akua Garden Farm, and the Ocean Vodka Organic Farm & Distillery

Oahu: Kahuku Farms, Kualoa Ranch, Dole Pineapple Plantation, Waialua Estate Coffee Farm, and the Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet

Big Island: Kohala Grown Farm, Amy B.H. Greenwell Farms, Hawaii Vanilla Company, and Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation

Kauai: Kauai Kunana Dairy, Kauai Fresh Farms, SteelGrass Chocolate Farm, Blair Estate- Kauai Organic Coffee Farm, and the Kauai Grown Organic Farm


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Stage Shows

Mix things up during your next vacation to Hawaii! Book tickets for Hawaii stage shows and check out some truly unique live entertainment! Stage shows in Hawaii are offered throughout the island chain and vary in offerings with live music, theatrical productions, magic shows, dance performances, comedy, Hawaiian luaus, and more.

While on Maui, definitely look into the Feast at Lele Luau, productions at Iao Theater, live music, dance performances, and Maui shows at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center. On Oahu, visitors and residents can find a dynamic selection of stage shows, including various ongoing Oahu luaus, Hawaiian cultural performances at the Polynesian Cultural Center, and big names at the Neal Blaisdell Center. You can also check out a range of Broadway-like productions at the Hawaii Theatre Center in Chinatown.

On the Big Island, check out Kona Kozy’s Magic and Comedy Show at the Waikoloa Village or an array of fantastic Hawaiian luaus throughout the island. When on the beautiful Island of Kauai, guests can check out Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific Dinner Show at the Kauai Beach Resort. There’s also a variety of local theatrical performances, Hawaiian culture shows at the Kauai Community College Performing Arts Center and Hawaiian luaus throughout the resort areas.

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Windsurfing

Windsurfing was once more popular than surfing in Hawaii! Can you believe that? Wow! Back in the 1980’s, windsurfing fanatics traveled from across the world to windsurf in Hawaii. Hawaii’s beaches were full of windsurfers, European accents, and fluorescent swim trunks! You’ll only find that kind of scene at in-the-know windsurfing locales. Hawaii windsurfing is definitely a phenomenon of its own.

Windsurfing only started in the mid-1960s, so it’s pretty much a new ocean sport in the grand scheme of things. Today, windsurfing is still very popular with Hawaii residents and international visitors. Windsurfing may not be the most popularized ocean activity for Hawaii visitors, but you can definitely find instructors on each island. The most in-demand locales for windsurfing in Hawaii are Maui’s North Shore and Kailua on Oahu’s Windward side.

If you’re looking for more information about windsurfing in Hawaii, you should definitely look into the local scene on each island destination. For experienced windsurfers, you would want to connect with Simmer Hawaii, Naish, or Action Sports Maui. If you’ve never windsurfed and you want to learn, you can easily find an array of Hawaii windsurfing schools to help you get going.

Look into Action Sports Maui for windsurfing lessons and Maui windsurfing rentals on Maui. On Oahu, check Hawaiian Watersports or Honu Hawaii Activities. If you’re looking to try windsurfing on the Big Island, get in touch with Kona Boys or Kona Windsurfing. On the Island of Kauai, get in touch with Windsurf Kauai in Hanalei.

Any of the folks at these Hawaii windsurfing locales will happily send you on your way to your most fabulous windsurfing dreamland!


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Camping

If you’re looking for one of the most extraordinary, most integrated, and best in-the-know activities to do in Hawaii, you should consider island camping! Every Hawaiian Island has a surplus of amazing camping destinations, but not all are specifically open to the public. If you are a Hawaii visitor planning on camping in Hawaii, please make sure that you choose a legally designated camping site.

You can’t go wrong if you’re considering camping in Hawaii; you will be sleeping in a super fantastic location and waking up in paradise! There are incredible State Park camping sites from which to choose throughout Hawaii. Camping is always fun, but camping in Hawaii is wonderful! It is one of the best activities to do in Hawaii with a loved one or if you’re traveling with kids!

When looking into camping on the Island of Maui, go straight to the 7 Sacred Pools of Oheo past Hana. This is definitely a tent or car camping experience, so bring whatever you think you will need to make everyone in your group comfortable. The campsite provides BBQ grills, picnic tables, and public toilet facilities.

If you’re planning a camping trip on the Island of Oahu, make sure to book at least 30 days in advance, no matter where you choose to go. Oahu is known as the “Gathering Place,” so with that comes many people at times! Ahupua’a ‘O Kahana State Park is an excellent place for family camping on Oahu. This campsite offers public facilities, access to hiking trails in a beautiful unspoiled valley, and an opportunity to respectfully explore lands from Pu’u Pauao to Kahana on Oahu’s Windward side.


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Mahalo Nui Loa for reading this list. We love being your source for all the best activities and adventures in Hawaii. With our valuable insider’s perspective, we aim to provide our readers with the most intimate and up-to-date information about the beautiful Islands of Hawaii.

With Hawai’i Ke Aloha (Love For Hawai’i), farewell until next time!

Alexandra Mitchell

Alexandra is a marketing professional with a passion for writing about travel to the Hawaiian Islands, vacation rentals, and luxury real estate. She exposes readers to glimpses of 'Old Hawaii,' new destinations to explore, local events, and all the best things to do on Maui.