One of my favorite things to do in Hanalei is to go kayaking the Hanalei river, so I made sure to spend a half day out on the water with my family during this trip.
There are many kayak shops in Hanalei where you can rent kayaks, but for me the most convenient shop is Kayak Hanalei located on Kuhio highway at the entrance of Hanalei town.
Hawaii Activities
Hawaii has so many activities to be a part of it is hard to even know where to start. Scroll through to find some of our favorite recommendations.
The Canonization of Saint Damien
The canonization of Saint Damien was 120 years in the making. Here is the story of the legendary Saint Damien of Molokai.
Lanai: Majesty in the Middle of the Sea
Lanai is only the sixth largest island in the Hawaiian Island chain but offers tons of majesty in the idle of the sea.
Waimea Canyon: The Grand Canyon of the Pacific
If you’re visiting the island of Kauai, Waimea Canyon on the west side of the island is a must see. Waimea Canyon, also known as The Grand Canyon of the Pacific, is a large canyon, approximately ten miles (16 km) long and up to 3,000 feet (900 m) deep.
Horseback Riding on Kauai
Kauai is arguably the most beautiful of all the Hawaiian Islands. There are many ways that you can experience and enjoy the majestic scenery of Kauai. One of the best ways to explore hidden Kauai and see some of the best sites is to go horseback riding on Kauai.
Hawaii’s Plantation Village: A Journey Back in Time
Step back in time to when ‘sugar was King’ in Hawaii. Long before Hawaii became the 50th state, mostly pure Hawaiians roamed the islands. It was an independent Pacific nation. Sadly, foreigners brought with them diseases that nearly decimated the population of true Hawaiians.
Whale Watching on Maui With Alii Nui
There are many different whale watching tours available on Maui. We had heard great things about one tour boat. We boarded the Alii Nui with several other adventurers on a gorgeous March morning at the height of the whale season in Hawaii.
Polynesian Cultural Center Gives in Depth Cultural Experience
One of the most popular destinations in Hawaii is the Polynesian Cultural Center on the North Shore. It had very humble beginnings, but is now considered the favorite paid attraction on Oahu. The Center gives an in depth cultural experience with Seven Polynesian Countries including Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, Tahiti, Aetearoa, Marquesas, and the host islands of Hawaii.