Hawaiian Island Guide

What to do in Hawaii...

Each Hawaiian Island is unique. This guide is designed to help you get the most out of your vacation and out of each port your are visiting on your cruise. Aloha and welcome to Hawaii!

 

 

The Big Island - Port Hilo

What to do in PORT HILO - Volcanos! The Big Island is home to the largest active volcano in the world and is the location of the only active volcanos in Hawaii. And, since Black Sand Beaches are volcanic, this is also an excellent port to include a visit to a black sand beach.

Volcano National Park

Home to the largest active volcano on earth, a visit to the Volcano National Park is not to be missed. Join us for one of the most spectacular shows on Earth, The Big Island Volcano National Park and Rainbow Falls Tour.

The most recent eruptions have taken place earlier this year. The lava flows are constantly shifting, and this tour will take you as close as possible to see them.

Walk through an actual lava tube which include extensive lava flows and visit a unique Hawaii black sand beach. You will also have a opportunity to walk through lush rainforest as your guide points out many native tropical plants, such as red ginger and ginseng.

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The Big Island - Kailua-Kona

What to do in PORT Kailua-Kona - Golden Coast! The Kona side of the Big Island is named the Golden Coast with beautiful smooth calm waters, stunning snorkeling and is home to many friendly spinner dolphin families. This is a fantastic port to relax on our beach, go dolphin spotting on a guided tour in a Hawaiian Outrigger and to snorkel in crystal clear warm waters.

Outrigger Tour + Beach Day

The Golden Kona Coast is rich in Hawaiian history and our friendly and very knowledgeable guides will take you on an one hour historical cruise along the Kona coast, taking time to share tales of Kona's unique history and folklore.

Your day begins when you climb aboard our Hawaiian Outrigger boat and glide across the calm waters of our protected bay. You are invited to participate and paddle, or just sit back and enjoy the ride. Absolutely no paddling is required.

Spinner dolphins call this area of Hawaii home, so make sure to bring your camera as dolphins frequently appear to play.

Once back on shore, you will enjoy a relaxing day on a beautiful beach with reserved beach chairs, a sun umbrella and snorkel gear. Here you can swim, sunbath and snorkel, directly from your beach lounging chair.

For those young at heart, surfboards, stand up paddel boards and kayaks are also available from rent from our beach side location.

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Kauai - Port Nawiliwili

What to do in PORT NAWILIWILI - Sightseeing! Kauai, known as the Garden Island, has two beautiful and distinct landscapes. The west side is home to the Waimea Canyon, which shares characteristics similar to the Grand Canyon. The Na Pali Coastline is just as dramatic with sheer, jagged cliffs that plunge to the cobalt blue ocean. For the best views of these two landmark areas, you must see them from the air. In stunningly beautiful contrast, the east and north sides of Kauai are what makes Kauai the Garden Island. Emerald green taro fields, palm trees and beaches, ancient ruins and waterfalls. Kauai is a true Hawaiian gem.

 

Island Sightseeing Tour

Nawiliwili, Kauai is a perfect port for a day of sightseeing. Each area of Kauai is unique and beautiful and all can be seen in one day.

Kauai's picturesque East Coast is characterized by swaying palm trees, beautiful beaches and sacred Heiau ruins; in contrast The North Shore has shear mountain cliffs, emerald green Taro Fields and breathtaking views including the historic Kilauea Lighthouse; you will also experience a relaxing river boat ride up the Wailua River to the Fern Grotto.

A sightseeing tour is an excellent way to enjoy an unforgettable day on Kauai, Hawaii's Garden Island.

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Island Sightseeing by Air

Kauai is rugged with approximately half of the islands natural beauty only accessible from the skies. An airplane tour will take you over amazing natural wonders and hidden places that can only be seen from the air.

From the air, you will see the impressive Waimea Canyon, which shares characteristics similar to the Grand Canyon. Carved over centuries by the Waimea River, this dramatic gorge is massive. The cliff sides have been sharply eroded exposing colorful deep red, brown and green hues. Waterfalls and frequent rainbows enhance the natural beauty of this location.

As you head over the North Shore you will have an amazing view of Na Pali Coastline with dramatic sheer, jagged cliffs that plunge to the deep blue ocean and numerous secluded white sand beaches dotting it's coastline. This area is picturesque and stunning.

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Maui - Port Lahaina and Port Kahului

What to do in PORT KAHULUI - Taste! No other island is like Maui. With the now dormant volcano giant, Haleakala, dominating the Maui landscape, this island has the best growing climate for tropical flowers, exotic fruits, sweet berries, and breathtaking fields of lavender.

Taste of Maui Island Tour

The tour begins with a scenic drive along the north coast of Maui's Road to Hana, before turning inland to Pineapple Country for a lush green drive up the slopes of Haleakala.

Along our route, we venture through a historical sugar cane plantation town with it's characteristic colorful historic buildings along the charming beachfront drive before ascending the volcano Haleakala. You will experience a vast array of stunning scenery as you head into the heart of Maui.

From visiting one of Hawaiian Royalties favorite vacation locations, to stunning panoramic views of Maui's southern coast and Lanai, Molokini and Kahoolawe; wine tasting in the Kings Cottage and a fresh Hawaiian picnic lunch, beautiful fields of lavender and a multitude of fresh, Maui-made Hawaiian products to sample or take home, this tour is designed to give you an excellent and true Taste of Maui.

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Maui - Port Lahaina and Port Kahului

What to do in PORT Lahaina and Port Kahului - Whales! Every year, approximately two-thirds of North Pacific humpback whales, estimates range from 4,000 to 10,000 whales, migrate to Hawaii's warm waters each year. Because Maui has deeper waters than the other Hawaiian Islands, this is the ideal environment for the Humpback Whales. These amazing giants cover nearly 3,000 miles of open ocean in less than two months arriving in Hawaii around December 15 and staying until around April 15. This is a unique experience that you will find no where else worldwide.

 

Whales Expedition

Maui is one of the most important habitats worldwide for the magnificent Humpback Whale. Maui is the ideal location for an incredible adventure which offers you the opportunity to see Humpback Whales during their annual migration to Hawaii.

Safe and Eco-friendly, this power catamaran is jet-driven with no propellers, which makes it ideal for getting up close and personal with these majestic creatures.

With a maximum of 30 passengers per tour, you are guaranteed to avoid the crowds typically associated with cruise ship organized tours.

 

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