Activities to Do in Hawaii to Make It Memorable

Hawaii is one of the most visited places in the world. When you decide to visit, you must understand that there are many opportunities. You can have adventure, Relaxation, and Lifelong memories there. Hawaii Island is full of entertainment, but most people don’t know what activities to do when visiting Hawaii.

We will see the most exciting activities and opportunities most people don’t know about. These secrets will make your memories 10 times better. So, let’s start. 

Choosing Your Hawaiian Adventure

Before moving on to your activities, we will visit Hawaii and explore. Based on your Nature, you must choose wisely which Island is best for you.

If you are an adventurer, you must choose a big island rather than Oahu. 

Decide Which Island is Best For You. 

Hawaii has four central Islands: Oahu, Big Island, Maui, and Kauai. 

All Islands are famous for their different adventurous Nature. 

Oahu: Oahu is the popular Hawaii Island famous for Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, and Different historical Sites like Pearl Harbor and Vibrant Nightlife. If you are a Beach person or love to visit historical places, Oahu can be your best option. 

Maui: Maui has lovely beaches on all four islands. Maui Got Scenic Hana Highways and Wonderful Whale Watching. If you are a family member and want to visit with your family, then Maui can be the best option for you because there are a lot of different activities that can entertain your babies. 

Big Island: If you love adventure, then Big Island can be your best option. It offers different adventures, like Active Volcanoes and diverse landscapes. Big islands also have a rich cultural history. 

Kauai: Kauai is famous for people who love Nature. It has many things that can give you Eye Peace, including Beautiful landscapes and serene beaches. 

Tips When Choosing an Island. 

If you want to experience different activities and have a lot of time, you can choose more than one Island to Visit. 

But if you want to explore things deeper, choosing one Island can be your best option. Go, visit the place, and Explore as much as you can. We have already discussed the different natures of Islands. 

Decide What time is Best For you to Visit Hawaii. 

There are 3 significant factors that you have to consider before visiting Hawaii. 

1- Weather Condition. When deciding to visit Hawaii, weather is the main factor you must consider before visiting. Hawaii has a Tropical Climate with Warm temperatures Year-round. 

2-  Peak and Off-Peak Season: Before visiting Hawaii, you must know the Peak and Off-Peak seasons. Peak Seasons Are when people see the most and are the best for entertainment. ( Dec to March and June to Aug) .

Reset of the season is Off-peak season (April to June and Sep to Nov) 

3- Events and Festivals: You can also track events and festivals in Hawaii. 

Activities to Do in Hawaii

Here are the following Activities you can do in Hawaii to make your trip memorable. 

1- Outdoor Activities.

2- Cultural Experiences and Local Flavors

3- Sightseeing

4- Adventurer Activities.

We will discuss them in detail. What activities can you perform in Outdoor activities, Cultural experiences, Wellness, and Adventure activities?

1- Outdoor Activites. 

Outdoor activities are the best and most entertaining way to make your tour memorable. If you have a baby, outdoor activities can also entertain them. Here is a list of outdoor activities that you can perform in Hawaii. 

I- Beach and Water Adventure. 

Beach and Water adventures are among the most famous Outdoor activities. Here is a list of beach water activities you can enjoy on the Hawaiian islands. 

Oahu : 

1. Hanauma Bay
2. Waikiki Beach
3. Kailua beach 
4. Sunset Catamaran Cruises

Maui: 

1. Molokini Crater
2. Lahaina
3. Sunset Catamaran Cruises

Big Island:

1. Kealakekua Bay
2. Sunset Catamaran Cruises

Kauai:

1. Hanalei bay
2. Wailua River
3. Sunset Catamaran Cruises

ii- Hiking and Nature Exploration

Most people love to go hiking and want to explore Nature. Choosing Hawaii is the best option for you if you are also one of them. Here are the following hiking and Nature activities you can do on different islands of Hawaii. 

Oahu : 

1. Diamond Head
2. Manoa Falls

Maui: 

1. Pipiwai Trail
2. Waihee Ridge
3. Scenic Drives 

Big Island:

1. Kilauea lki Trail
2. Mauna Kea Summit

Kauai:

1. Kalalau Trail
2. Waimea Canyon

Iii- Wildlife Encounters

If you love water adventure and choose Hawaii as the best visiting place, then these are the following activities you can perform on different islands, 

Oahu : 

1. Laniakea Beach
2. Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

Maui: 

1. Turtle Town
2. Whale Watching

Big Island:

1. Manta Ray Night Snorkel and Dive

Kauai:

1. Kilauea Point Natural Wildlife Refuge

2- Cultural Experiences and Local Flavors

Hawaii is famous for its beaches, adventure activities, and rich cultural heritage, but if you love art, Hawaii Island may be your best option. 

Here are the following Cultural activities you can perform in Hawaii. 

Oahu

1. Bishop Museum
2. Lolani Palace
3. Poke
4. Malasadas
5. Polynesian Culture Center
6. Shave ice

Maui

1. Maui Arts and Culture Center
2. Lahaina Historic Trail
3. Haleakala National Park
4. Hawaiian Plate
5. Maui Gold Pineapple 

Big Island

1. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
2. Imiloa Astronomy Center
3. Kona Coffee
4. Lilikoi Products 
5. Macadamia Nuts

Kauai:

1. Hanalei Valley Lookout
2. Kauai Museum
3. Poi
4. Saimin
5. Luau Dishes

3- Sightseeing

Oahu

1. Waikiki Beach (Sunset)
2. Diamond Head (Sunrise)
3. Over Waikiki and North Shore (Helicopter Tour)
4. Foster Botanical Garder (Botanical Garden)
5. Waikiki Beach 
6. Pearl Harbor
7. Diamond Head Crater

Maui

1. Haleakala Summit (Sunrise)
2. Haleakala Summit (Sunset)
3. Over Hana and Haleakala (Helicopter Tour)
4. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (Botanical Garden)
5. Haleakala national park
6. Road to Hana
7. Lahaina Historic Town

Big Island

1. Mauna Kea Summit (sunset)
2. Kilauea Volcano (Sunrise)
3. Over Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (Helicopter Tour)
4. Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden (Botanical Garden)
5. Hawaii Volcano National Park 
6. Waipio Valley
7. Mauna Kea Observatories

Kauai

1. Na Pali Coast (sunset)
2. Kilauea Lighthouse (Sunrise)
3. Over Na Pali Coast and Waimea Canyon (Helicopter Tour )
4. Limahuli Garden and Preserve (Botanical garden)
5. Na Pali Coast
6. Waimea Canyon
7. Hanalei Bay

4- Adventurer Activities.

Here is the list of Adventure activities you can perform on different islands of Hawaii. 

Oahu

1. Skydiving for Panoramic Island Views\
2. Parasailing Over Turquoise Waters
3. Zipline Through Rainforest
4. Jet Skiing
5. Big Wave Surfing

Maui

1. ATV Tours Through Rugged Terrain
2. Ziplining through Rainforests
3. Parasailing Over Turquoise Waters
4. Jet Skiing\
5. Windsurfing and Kiteboarding

Big Island 

1. Skydiving For Panoramic Island Views
2. ATV Tours through Rugged Terrain
3. Zimiining through Rainforests
4. Jest Skiing
5. Big Wave Surfing

FAQs

1- Which Island is the best in Hawaii if I visit it for the first time?

According to Our research and Entertainment Point of view, Oahu Island is the best. The reason is that it is a mixture of natural and Urban Attractions. You will find Adventure, Relaxation, and Enjoyment in one place. 

2- How many days do I Need to Visit One Hawaii Island? 

From an Entertainment point of view, one or two months is less. But if you want to explore a complete island quickly, then 7-10 days would be perfect. 

3- If I have a limited Budget, which activities can I do at a low cost or for free? 

Yes, you can enjoy Hawaii on a low budget. Here are some of the activities you can perform. 

Enjoy Beach, Hiking Trails, Scenic Drives, Cultural Sites, and Botanical gardens. 

4- Can I Bring My baby to Hawaii? 

Yes, you can bring the baby to Hawaii. There are a lot of things that your baby can enjoy, like beach tours, Playgrounds, etc. But before visiting Hawaii with your baby, you must read Instructions for Traveling with Baby or Toddler if you are coming through a Flight.