Here Are 15 Awesome Adventures You Can Only Have In Hawaii
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Megan Shute
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Living in Hawaii, or even vacationing on the islands, is truly an adventure in itself, but there are some adventures that are more unique than others. From cage diving with sharks and tubing through the mountains in an old irrigation canal, to experiencing the beauty of the islands’ from an entirely new perspective, here are 15 adventures you can only truly have while in Hawaii.
Head off the beaten path and experience the unspoiled natural beauty of Hawaii’s valleys, rainforests and ranchlands on an exciting ATV tour – just be prepared to get a little muddy.
These water-powered jet packs let you soar up to 30 feet in the air – and first timers can have their jet packs controlled via remote control, so there’s nothing to worry about!
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From the snowy slopes of Mauna Kea to the turquoise waters of Hilo Bay, you can experience snow and sand on Hawaii Island, all within just a few hours.
An activity not recommended for the faint at heart, cage diving with sharks could be the greatest adventure of your lifetime. When else would you be able to get up close and personal with these monstrous creatures without much danger at all?
Named in honor of George Munro, the naturalist from New Zealand who arrived to Hawaii in 1890, the Munro Trail is a 12.8-mile, one lane dirt road that offers sweeping views of the gorgeous rainforest. And the best way to experience the island is to mountain bike from the 3,370-foot peak to Polihua Beach.
With more than 323,000 acres to explore, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the state’s largest national park – and it’s still growing! The park is also home to Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, and Mauna Loa, the world’s most massive sub-aerial volcano.
The Dole Plantation’s giant pineapple garden maze was declared the world's largest in 2008 by the Guinness Book of World Records. The maze is housed on more than three acres, and nearly 2.5 miles of paths crafted from 14,000 Hawaiian plants – and admission is only $6.
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What better way to immerse yourself in the Hawaiian rainforest than to spend the afternoon zipping through towering trees and lush valleys? And trust us – anyone can zip line!
For an adventure you’ll never forget, head to Honokohau Harbor to embark on a night time scuba dive cruise with Big Island Divers. Opt for the two tank charters, where you will enjoy a twilight reef dive before watching the sunset and taking to the water again - where the boat's dive lights will attract plankton and feeding manta rays.
Let Kauai Backcountry Adventures take you on a magnificent journey through an old sugar cane plantation irrigation and canal system. Imagine your favorite waterpark lazy river and multiply the experience by 100 – it’s that awesome!
Kauai’s famous Kalalau Trail takes hikers on an eleven-mile (one-way) journey from Ke’e Beach, through high, rugged cliffs, and coastal valleys, ending at the stunning Kalalau Valley.
Hop in a helicopter, and experience parts of Hawaii that are virtually inaccessible on foot. We recommend a tour of Kauai’s fabled Na Pali Coast, or a tour that takes you above Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
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Explore the vast Pacific Ocean – and Hawaii’s numerous sea caves – in a small sea raft, while stopping to snorkel along the way.
Located on the tiny island of Molokai, with the ocean on one side and giant 1,600-foot cliffs on the other, are the Kalawao and Kalaupapa Leper Colonies – described by Robert Louis Stevenson as a "prison fortified by nature."
Haleakala National Park is Maui’s sparkling gem, and within the park are three lovely wilderness cabins maintained by the National Park Service. However, you will need to put forth some effort in getting there – the cabins are accessible only via hiking a minimum of 3.7, or as far as 9.3, miles.
Want more Hawaiian adventures to choose from? Check out our list of 17 places you must visit in Hawaii if you’re feeling adventurous.
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