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Mar 01
12
Maui hiking tours

Top 5 Maui Hiking Tours

By | Hawaiian Islands, Maui | 2 Comments

Top 5 Maui Hiking Tours

Any outdoor enthusiast will agree, Maui is a paradise for hiking. Not particularly outdoorsy? Well, Maui just might convert ya! The Valley Isle is home to a myriad of climates, from high elevation deserts to lush native forests, and there’s a hiking trail that runs through just about each one of them.

top Maui hiking tours

Consider taking a hiking tour if you’re interested in learning more about Maui’s unique ecosystems, geography, and history. We’ve broken down what we regard as Maui’s top five hiking excursions.

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Mar 01
12
Top 5 Kona Snorkel Tours

Top 5 Kona Snorkel Tours

By | Big Island, Hawaiian Islands | 4 Comments

Top 5 Kona Snorkel Tours

The Kona coast is home to what is potentially the best snorkeling in the state of Hawaii. And in a state famous for its coral reefs and marine life, that’s really saying something!

Kona’s unique topography has created a paradise for marine animals and snorkelers alike. The island’s massive mountains act as a wind block and create consistent, calm conditions on the island’s leeward side. Pair that with countless sheltered volcanic coves and thriving reefs, and you’ll get a snorkeling utopia.

Kona snorkel tours

Not sure where to go snorkeling in Kona? It is a big island, after all… Consider taking a snorkel tour with one of Hawaii’s most reputable snorkel companies. Here are our top five picks:

 


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Feb 24
12
Top Oahu Luaus Fire

Top 5 Oahu Luaus

By | Hawaiian Islands, Oahu | No Comments

Best 5 Oahu Luaus

Home to miles of white sand beaches, warm seas, luxuriant resorts, and beauty at every turn, Oahu alone attracts millions of visitors every year. However, Oahu’s beauty is not its only allure. Many visitors are beckoned by the welcoming culture and the islands’ rich history.

top 5 Oahu Luaus

Eager to learn more, visitors rely on luaus for a dose of Polynesian culture. As a result, luaus have become one of the most popular activities on the islands. A quick online search of Oahu luaus will yield hundreds of results. To help narrow down your research, we’ve filed through the luaus on Oahu to determine the top five.

 


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Feb 08
12
Top Oahu Snorkeling Aloha

Top 5 Oahu Snorkel Spots

By | Hawaiian Islands, Oahu | No Comments

Top 5 Oahu Snorkel Spots

The quintessential Hawaiian vacation includes a day spent under the surface of the water, exploring the rainforest of the sea- coral reefs. Thanks to Hawaii’s unique, isolated position in the Pacific, there are over 1,250 marine species that can only be found on Hawaii’s reefs! Vibrant-colored corals, hundreds of types of fish, eels, sea cucumbers, and turtles are just a few of the marine mammals you might spot while snorkeling.

On Oahu, there are a number of great snorkeling spots. Whether you are a complete beginner or veteran snorkeler, we’ve narrowed down the five best places for snorkeling on Oahu based on accessibility, visibility, and the reef.

top Oahu snorkel spots

Snorkeling PSA: Snorkeling is the #1 cause of visitor death in Hawaii, which is why you should go on a guided snorkel tour. Please exercise caution, only snorkel with a guide/buddy, and assess ocean conditions before entering the ocean. Also, do not step or stand on the reef. Corals are living animals, and stepping on live coral can not only lead to cuts and nasty infections, but it can severely damage and even kill living coral. Mineral-based reef-safe sunscreen only, please!


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Dec 30
12
Maui kayak tours

Top 5 Maui Kayak Tours

By | Hawaiian Islands, Maui | 2 Comments

Best 5 Maui Kayak Tours

On Maui, being on the ocean in the early morning calm offers magic like nothing else. The air is cool, and the water is warm. The tradewinds have ceased overnight, and the sun slowly creeps out from behind the shadow of Haleakala, penetrating the glassy, deep blue of the sea. From the seat of a kayak, the magic is tangible.

 

Kayak tours are one of the most unforgettable ways to experience the ocean on Maui. Rather than being packed like sardines on a big-name tour boat, kayak tours give visitors a more intimate connection to the sea. From the ancient corals at Olowalu to the more recent lava flows near Makena, there are a network of reefs begging to be explored and several kayak tours willing to take you there.  Here are the best kayak tours offered on Maui:

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Oct 19
12
Top Maui Surf Lessons

Top 5 Maui Surf Lessons

By | Hawaiian Islands, Maui | 2 Comments

Top 5 Maui Surf Lessons

Maui’s north and west shores are home to world-class waves, attracting surfers and spectators from all over the world. Peahi (or ‘Jaws’) on Maui’s north shore is known for its wave heights that can reach upwards of 60 feet on select swells. Honolua Bay on the west side is famous for its picture-perfect hollow right-hand point break.

While these waves are better left to the professionals, mellow surf breaks are abundant on Maui’s south and lower west sides. While not quite as famous as Jaws or Honolua Bay, these breaks have seen the likes of thousands of beginner surfers and have started countless people on their surfing journey. Of course, this wouldn’t be the case without the help of some of Maui’s best surf schools.

Top Maui surf lessons

Hawaii is naturally a mecca for surfing. With over 20 surf schools on Maui alone, it can be tricky to pick the right one. Entering the ocean should always be taken seriously, so we’ve compiled a list of the island’s top 5 best, most trusted surf schools.


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