Quintessential Hawaii Activities

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With six major Hawaiian Islands to explore and thousands of activities and attractions to experience, where should one even begin?

Inspired by Fodor’s Travel – 40 Ultimate Things to Do in Hawaii, we have compile our own list of 40 Quintessential Hawaii Must-Do Activities. From land (`Aina) to ocean (Kai) to sky (Wakea), your Hawaiian adventure awaits for you!

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Waimea Canyon
We'll start out with the Grandest Adventure of them all, a scenic trip to the Waimea Canyon. Nickname the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, the canyon formed when a massive volcano collapse causing erosion and out came the island of Kauai. Come aboard Polynesian Adventure Tours air conditioned coach bus and allow their expert tour guide to lead you on a Waimea Canyon Experience.
Napali Coast
Next stop, we'll sail up north with Blue Dolphin Charters to admire the exquisite beauty of the Na Pali Coast. The itinerary for the Deluxe Na Pali Snorkels & Scuba Tour read like the ultimate travel bucket list. It includes possible dolphin encounters, snorkeling with tropical fishes and Hawaiian green sea turtle (Honu) and sightseeing hidden sea caves and soaring waterfalls.
Allerton Garden
Continuing our adventure, we'll hope off the catamaran and onto our next destination at the National Tropical Botanical Garden. Leisurely stroll through the McBryde Garden and explore 50 acres of the largest living collection of indigenous Hawaiian plants. For the real treat, a visit to the Allerton Garden for a chance to see the infamous Moreton Bay fig trees; where Dr. Grant and the kids found the dinosaur eggs in Jurassic Park.
Hula Dancers
Back to back wild adventures can be draining, so unwind and relax with the award-winning Halau Na Punua O Kauai (hula school) and their acclaimed luau show, Hawaii Alive! Kauai's Best Luau is one of the longest continually running luau show in Hawaii, produce by the well-respected Punua family. Spanning three generations with 53 years of experience, Wallis and Shana Punua will captivate your senses with traditional Hawaiian chants and legends, ancient Tahitian dances and historic Samoan Fire Knife performance.
Wailua River
From one deeply rooted, local family to another, the Smith's, from Smith's Luau and Fern Grotto Tours, has been operating the Wailua River Cruise since 1946. Join them in "a journey of songs and legends of ancient Hawaii" as you cruise down Hawaii's only navigable river; while talented hula dancers on board will give lesson on mastering the artistry of the dance. Upon landing, you'll be guided to one of Kauai most romantic spot, the Fern Grotto, formed by lava rock and covered with fern, growing upside down from the roof.
Hanalei Bay
Our last stop in Kauai is the captivated Hanalei Bay for a surfing lesson with the reputable Hawaiian Surfing Adventures. With a backdrop of the rugged Makana mountain range, otherwise known as the iconic Bali Hai, Hanalei Bay is renowned as one of the best surfing spot on the island with light wind, clear water and soft sand bar. Uncle Mitchell Alapa infectious personality will put you at ease as you learn how to paddle and catch the rolling waves.
Local Food
Chief Sielu
Polynesian Cultural Center
Sacred Falls
Frolick with the Dolphins
Secret Beach
North Shore
Pearl Harbor Sites - USS Missouri & USS Arizona Memorial
Surfing in Waikiki
Windsurfing at Kanaha
Upcountry
Golf Course
Plate Lunch
Grand Wailea's Luau
Waianapanapa State Park - Black Sand Beach
Molokini Crater
Makena -Turtle Reef
Whale Watching
Old Lahaina Luau
haleakala
Pineapple
Lanai - Puupehe
St. Damien
Punalu'u black sand beach
Flumin' Kohala
Hawaiian Music
Green Sand Beach
Kona Coffee
Waterfalls on Big Island
Hamakua Coast
Waipio Valley
Mauna Kea
Kona Dive
Volcano Boat Tour

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