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Activities

Even though many people visit Hawaii with the intention of just relaxing by the pool or beach, it’s actually a land of incredible activities. When you’re planning your Hawaii trip, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to have a great time. There are lots of fun and beautiful activities through the Islands that lost little to nothing.

Whether you want to learn about Kona Coffee Culture or visit a unique beach, you can enjoy any range of activities on each island, offering a different perspective both into the beauty of Hawaii and the Hawaiian way of life.

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Taylor Family at Koko Crater Botanical Garden Plumeria Grove Honolulu Oahu Hawaii 1
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Visiting the Koko Crater Botanical Garden: Easy, Beautiful Hiking on Oahu

Visiting the Koko Crater Botanical Garden just outside of Honolulu is a beautiful experience where you'll be inundated with plumeria. See what you'll find in the garden from hiking trails to desert plant species, and consider adding this fun spot to your time on Oahu.
Taylor Family at Queen Emmas Summer Palace Honolulu Oahu Hawaii 1
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Queen Emma’s Summer Palace: Hawaiian History and Culture in Honolulu

Queen Emma's Summer Palace is a unique historic site just outside of Honolulu. Here you can learn about the Hawaiian monarchy, tour the palace and see examples of some of the rarest royal Hawaiian artifacts.
View of Makapuu Point Lighthouse from trail Honolulu Oahu Hawaii 2
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Honolulu’s Makapu’u Point Lighthouse: an Easy Hike with Beautiful Sights

Hiking at the Makapu'u Point Lighthouse just east of Honolulu is a great afternoon activity with nearby beaches and other fun things to do. See what you can expect at this easy, accessible trail including birdwatching and history of the Makapu'u Lighthouse.
Taylor Family hiking Pihea Trail Kokee State Park Kauai Hawaii 7
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Beautiful Kokeʻe State Park: Kauai’s Hiking Destination w/ Na Pali Coast Views

Hiking in Kokee State Park is one of the most beautiful things you can do on Kauai. Yes, there are challenging trails, but the epic views and dramatic forests are worth it. See our top picks for trails and visiting Koke'e State Park if you're not interested in hiking.
Wine Tasting and Menu at Volcano Winery Hilo Big Island Hawaii 1
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Visiting Volcano Winery Near Hawaii Volcanoes NP on the Big Island

Visiting the Volcano Winery just outside of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island is a unique wine tasting experience. Using grapes and other fruits (and even tea), you can add this to your drive between Hilo and Kona. See what to expect and if this is a stop YOU would want to make.
Drying Coffee Beans at Kona Coffee Living History Farm Captain Cook Big Island Hawaii 1
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Kona Coffee Living History Farm – a Unique Big Island Cultural Experience

The Kona Coffee Living History Farm is one of the most unique historic places to visit when you're on the Big Island of Hawai'i. See how coffee farming culture has survived through the many years at this fascinating farm run by the Kona Historical Society.
Amakihi at Honuaula Forest Reserve Cloud Forest Hualalai Volcano Kona Coast Big Island Hawaii 4
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Cloud Forest Hiking on the Makāula ‘O‘oma Trails in the Honua’ula Forest Reserve

Hiking in the cloud forest of the Kona Coast is a fun, challenging day full of beautiful trails and colorful birdwatching. See what to expect of the Jurassic trails and others at the Honua'ula Forest Reserve just outside Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Surfers at Poipu Beach Koloa South Shore Kauai Hawaii 1
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Everything You Need to Know about Poipu Beach, Koloa, Kauai

Poipu Beach on Kauai's South Shore, aka Brennecke's Beach, is one of the best public beach swimming spots. With more than a beautiful sandy area to enjoy, Poipu is a great destination for a half or full day on Kauai.
Na Pali Coast from Kalalau Trail Haena State Park Kauai Hawaii 1
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Haena State Park: hiking the Kalalau Trail on the NaPali Coast – NEED TO KNOW

Hiking the Kalalau Trail of the NaPali Coast is one of the most famous things to do on Kauai. See why people travel across the world for this trail and how YOU can do it too (it's actually complicated to gain access). This is one of the most beautiful hikes in Hawaii and not to be missed if you can plan for it!
Rob Taylor Swimming at Kulaniapia Falls Hilo Big Island Hawaii 3
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Day Visit to Kulaniapia Falls for Beautiful Waterfall Swimming and Peace

Waterfall swimming at Kulaniapia Falls is one of the most magical things you can do on the Hilo side of the Big Island, but is a day pass worth it? Get all the info on what to expect for visiting this beautiful private waterfalls and how to have the best visit to Kulaniapia Falls.

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