Everyone says that Hawaii is a paradise on earth, and there is no objection to saying that Hawaii is a paradise for outdoor activities. Nestled by mountains and the sea, Hawaii is blessed with a unique diversity of natural geology, and the options for activities are endless. The Mauna Kea Volcano on the Big Island can also be skied in winter. As long as you are willing to go out of the door and go to the natural world, no matter what kind of physical fitness you have, or athletic ability, you can find the right activity for you.
1. Whale watching
Hawaii is a great place for whale watching, especially from December to May, two-thirds of humpback whales in the entire North Pacific will come to Hawaii to breed, and the shallow water around the Hawaiian Islands at a depth of less than 180 meters is their favorite breeding water, so the government has also set up a Hawaiian Islands National Humpback Whale Sanctuary here to protect this amazing animal. Hawaiians call humpback whales Kolola and believe to be the patron saint of the family. The sea between the west coast of Maui and Lanai and Molokai is the best place to watch, Maui and other major islands have whale watching boat tourism projects, in fact, the basic company service level is very close, the key is the season is right, everyone can see, and a whale watching boat found whales will generally notify other boats, if you do not see, most of the other ships did not see that day. It is recommended to search for the weather and whale watching records before and after this period of time as much as possible before whale watching for reference.
Second, fishing
Hawaii is also a fishing paradise, the sea here produces all kinds of big fish, marlin, ghost knife, sailfish, tuna, grouper, moon fish, you want to get here can be fished, the islands of a variety of shallow or deep sea fishing boats countless, of course, the price of deep sea fishing big fish is more expensive, but compared to the price of some resorts in the South Pacific fishing charter boat, the price of Hawaii is fair. Hawaii's long coastline makes shore fishing also a very exciting way to fish, especially in the cliffs of the south shore of the Big Island, you can catch the huge Ulua Bull Harbor (GT) with special shore fishing methods balloon fishing and roller fishing methods, as well as a variety of other big fish. In addition, from April to October, Lake Wilson on Oahu can fish for the legendary peacock bass!
3. Snorkeling
Snorkeling and diving are the highlights of Hawaii, and there are so many places to go out into the sea to see the fish, which will be detailed in the specific guide to each island. In particular, a fish called Humuhumunukunukuapuaa, whose name is not easy to remember, is called the skewed snout, which is a Hawaiian fish. In addition, there is a special shark snorkeling, although Mi Travel has divened with a variety of fierce sharks around the world, but Oahu this project with sharks is still recommended, the price ratio is very high. Compared to other places to see nurse sharks, here are real sharks, although the size is very scary, but visitors will enter a cage in the water to watch, so the trip is absolutely safe. Therefore, anyone who can take a bath can snorkel with sharks.
Fourth, surfing
Whether you have experienced it before or not, surfing is a must-experience activity when visiting Hawaii. Surf lessons are offered on the west coast of most Hawaiian islands, where the waves are relatively gentle and suitable for beginners, with the help of instructors, 90% of the students can successfully stand on the board once or twice, experience the feeling of riding the wind and waves, and look at the coconut trees and beaches on the coast in that moment to truly appreciate the Hawaiian style. If you've already crossed the waves and want to go further, there are plenty of shops that rent surfboards. The north shore of most islands is a mecca for high-end surfers to challenge in the winter, and visitors should pay attention to safety, but in the summer, it is much safer. Usually the early morning waves are more regular and easier to get started, and the afternoon waves will be more cluttered, and the wind will be relatively large. It is recommended to check the tide level, make an appointment in advance, not every day is suitable for surfing, and it is also recommended to arrange to learn to surf on the last day of the trip, if you are a friend with average physical strength, it will be very tired after surfing to affect the trip.
5. Golf
Hawaii is a golf paradise, and playing golf in paradise on earth in Hawaii is even more of a paradise. Golf in Hawaii is simply a cabbage price compared to the domestic, there are five major golf events throughout the year, many Japanese and Korean tourists are specially here to play golf, and nothing else. If you like to play golf, you can choose a hotel with its own golf, get up and go out to play, or buy a golf package ticket to experience different venues. When the shower is over, there is a rainbow in the sky, and you swing the lever and you will definitely say that this is life.
6. Hiking or backpacking
Hawaii's rainforests, mountains, waterfalls, and coasts have created many epic hiking routes, such as the Napali Coast described in the classic movie "A Perfect Getaway", which requires at least two days of backpacking, and this route is listed among the N things that many people must do in life. Other examples include the Waipio Valley of the Kings valley on the Big Island, the Maui and Big Island Crater Trails, and the Waialeale Blue Hole in Kauai are all excellent walking trails with varying difficulty. The Diamond Head Trail on Oahu is relatively simple and is a must-visit route for everyone. In the Hawaiian rainforest, pay attention to mosquito control treatment, and pay attention to changes in river water levels at any time during the rainy season. I would like to recommend a special recommendation to have a chance to camp in Hawaii, if you are a low-budget trip more camping more, Hawaii's seaside and mountain forest has a lot of well-equipped camping bases, not only save driving time to and from the hotel, but only camping can truly experience the natural environment of Hawaii. The sound of insects or waves in the night under banyan trees in the rainforest is not something that can be experienced in a hotel room. Throughout the many island countries in the South Pacific, it can be said that nine out of ten are not allowed to camp, and some island countries are not allowed to enter the country if you do not book a hotel, the purpose is to make you book a high-end hotel to drive consumption, and Hawaii has so many camping facilities, which shows hawaii's closeness and temperament.
7. Kayaking
Hawaii's beautiful coast can only be admired by sitting in a kayak or canoe to feel the beauty. It is recommended to rent a kayak from Kailua Beach Park on Oahu and paddle to the small island of Popoia across the sea, or from the adjacent Lanikai Beach to Moku Nui Island, both of which have quiet and beautiful sandy beaches overlooking the coast of the island. Alternatively, you can visit the Napali Coast, which, thanks to the help of the currents, can complete 27 kilometers of the coast in a day and then have a car to pick you up. Experience the best in the summer, and the wind and waves in the winter.
8. Bird watching
Hawaii has a long coastline, mountains and rainforests, and is far from Asia and North America, so you can see many unique birds, such as the common crested red-billed finch and the rare Nene Hawaiian goose. Bird watching has a lot of knowledge, and it takes the right time and place to see the most rare birds, generally speaking, there will be many birds on the coast in the wetlands along the coast, and there will be birds in the forest in the dense forests of the mountains. Some of the best places to visit are Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, Kilauea Crater Lookout, Koke'e State Park in Kauai, and Hosmer Grove in Haleakala National Park. These are some of the more popular bird watching locations, but for more information you can log on to the professional bird watching website.
9. Skydiving
Skydiving on Oahu offers a beautiful view of Hawaii's beautiful coastline from above, something else entirely, so beautiful that it's almost indescribable. Especially after jumping out of the plane, quickly adjust your mood, experience the feeling of free fall, the wind blows rapidly on the face, you can feel the muscles of the face trembling and deforming, the coastline of Oahu, the airport, the face. Look around, at certain angles, you may see a colorful halo, which can only be seen at high altitude. The price of skydiving generally has several gears, the higher the starting point, the more expensive it is, it is recommended to choose a cheaper option, if the accompanying guests have someone to upgrade, it may be free to let you jump at a high place.
10. Bicycle speed down
Watching the sunrise from Maui's Haleakala Volcano, then cycling all the way down the mountain to enjoy the beauty along the way, and returning to the foot of the mountain before the evening sounds like a very exciting activity. The event was once hailed by tour companies as the best itinerary in Maui, and TripAdvisor rated it four stars. The biggest concern is safety, because it is riding on the road and the road is steeper, of course, the excitement is stronger. However, the tour company will provide a trailer to follow behind for safety. Tourists who have completed the trip usually give high ratings, but it is not necessarily suitable for everyone, there were three accidents in 2007, and everyone must make arrangements according to the actual situation.