Friday, August 3, 2007

Things To Do In Hawaii


You can explore Hawaii on land, air or sea and take advantage of all that Hawaii has to offer it's visitors. There is more to do in Hawaii than just get a good suntan. Learn about the countless Hawaii adventures that you can have on your next visit to the beautiful paradise destination of Hawaii.
There are fabulous nature trails on every Hawaiian island to accommodate hikers, including treks for beginners and experts. On Maui, Haleakala is known as one of Hawaii's best hiking spots. A favorite hike on Oahu is the 45-minute climb to the top of Diamond Head, where visitors of Hawaii are rewarded with sweeping views of Waikiki, Honolulu and the Pacific Ocean. While visiting Hawaii, head to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and take on the Kilauea Iki Trail, a five-mile adventure that begins at the Thurston Lava Tube.
If you prefer to cycle your way around Hawaii, fear not, there is plenty for you to do as well. Haleakala has a wonderful down hill route made for biking and Lanai has a place called the Garden of the Gods. This is a place in Hawaii that looks like the surface of the moon and has very colorful rocks and craters in the landscape.
Another fun way to see Hawaii is horseback riding. One of the United States largest ranches, a sprawling 175,000 acres, Parker Ranch is on the Big Island, Hawaii, where you can pretend you are a cowboy for the afternoon.
Skiing? In Hawaii? Yes, indeed. The summit of Mauna Kea on the Big Island of Hawaii is usually blanketed with snow from late November through April. Only advanced skiers should attempt to brave these slopes, however.
While visiting Hawaii, you'll notice the ocean provides many exciting recreational opportunities. Take a surfing lesson at Waikiki Beach, Hawaii, where gentle waves and shallow waters are perfect for novices. Snorkel at Hanauma Bay, Hawaii or go SCUBA diving at Cathedrals, located just off Lanai's south shore. Hook a marlin or tuna on the deep waters off Kailua-Kona on the Big Island, Hawaii. Maybe even go to Kauai and enjoy a kayaking trip along the breathtaking Napali Coast.
If you want to see the island of Hawaii from the sky, almost every one of the Hawaiian islands offer hang gliding lessons or helicopter rides. If you are a little more adventurous, you can go skydiving on Oahu. Here, a licensed instructor will jump out of the plane in tandem at 13,000 feet from the sky.
You can also enjoy camping, windsurfing, whale watching and more while visiting Hawaii. This list just goes on and on. So when you are planning your next Hawaiian vacation, plan on having lots to do.

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