Top Ten Spring Activities in Hawaii
Dive Into The Beautiful Waters Of Hawaii And Try Some Of The Local Cuisine With This List Of Things To Do.
Tour a Hawaiian Royal Palace
See the only royal palace in the United Sates on the island of Oahu in downtown Honolulu. Iolani Palace was the home and government building of Hawaiian kings and queens until 1893.
Play a Ukulele
The ukulele was invented in Hawaii during the 1800s. Listen for it in the song “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” played by the late Hawaiian musician Israel Kamakawiwo’ole. Stop by a ukulele shop to ask about lessons.
Visit Dole Plantation
Dole Plantation offers “Hawaii’s Complete Pineapple Experience.” Take the garden tour to learn about pineapple, cacao, coffee plants, and more.
Crack Open a Coconut
Fruit stands all over the islands sell fresh coconut. The vendor will crack it open or drill a hole in it so you can sip the delightfully refreshing coconut water straight from the source!
Try Snorkeling
The waters of Hawaii are clear and full of colorful sea life. Go snorkeling to see Hawaiian green sea turtles, fragile reef systems, and tons of colorful fish.
Fish for the Big One
Experience the thrill of catching Pacific fish such as ono, opakapaka, marlin, mahi-mahi, and more. Find a fishing guide near you.
Kayak the Wailua River
Explore 20 miles of Kauai’s jungle by way of the Wailua River. You’ll see waterfalls and a lava cave covered in ferns.
Spend the Day at Hulopoe Bay
Hulopoe Bay on the island of Lanai is great for swimming and snorkeling. Look for starfish in tide pools, keep an eye out for spinner dolphins offshore, and hike to impressive Sweetheart Rock.
Hike above the Clouds
Haleakala National Park on Maui is a remote, 30,000-acre playground where you can hike the island’s highest peak (above the clouds!), find tropical waterfalls, see volcanic cinder cones, and stargaze.
Try an Exotic Fruit
Farmer’s markets and fruit stands provide great opportunities to discover local tropical fruits like soursop, jaboticaba, and wampi. While you’re there, see how many different kinds of bananas and mangos there are!
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