Let’s face it—Hawaii hardly needs an introduction. Beautiful beaches, top surf spots, breath-taking natural beauty, and lively luaus, Hawaii has rightfully earned the title of paradise. It’s on every travel lover’s bucket list for a reason!
Good news: you can finally tick Hawaii off your bucket list as Aussies can finally visit the US! So before you pack your passports and swimsuits, you might want to read up on everything you need to know about travel to the US:
Now that you know the essentials of US travel, here are all the fantastic things to do in Hawaii:
- Go on this Whale Watching Cruise in Kona
- Go snorkelling and devilfish watching
- Explore Maui from above on this helicopter tour
- Discover the island’s magic on the Maui West One Day Tour
- Try your hand at surfing in Waikiki
- Experience a luau
- See the historic Pearl Harbor
- Go beach hopping
- Visit Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
- Take a walk through Nahuku or the Thurston Lava Tube
- Learn about the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands at Polynesian Cultural Center
- Feel the rush while admiring the view while ziplining
1. Go on this Whale Watching Cruise in Kona
On this cruise, you’ll catch the marvellous humpback whales breed and nurse their young.
With great oceans come great whales, and Hawaii has both. If you love marine wildlife, hop on this whale-watching cruise in Kona, where you’ll see humpback whales in their natural habitat. Keep your eyes peeled; you might even see pilot and sperm whales, spinner dolphins, and manta rays!
2. Go snorkelling and devilfish watching
This 45-minute snorkelling experience is usually held at dusk for a unique experience. Image credits @raxxan on Unsplash
Another great thing to do in Hawaii, specifically its majestic Kona coast, is to see aquatic wildlife up close on this snorkelling and devilfish watching tour. The crystal clear waters give enough visibility for you to see the diverse and colourful sea life, especially the rare red devilfish!
3. Explore Maui from above on this helicopter tour
On this tour, you can spot the Haleakala Crater, a famous volcano in Maui
Let the magical Maui island take your breath away on this helicopter tour, one of the best things to do in Hawaii if you want to blend sightseeing and thrill. Soar past Hawaii’s extraordinary natural landscapes, valleys, coasts, and even the Haleakala Crater.
4. Discover the island’s magic on the Maui West One Day Tour
It’s your chance to visit Lao Valley, Coastal Highway, Lahaina Town, Kapalua Bay, and Kaanapali Beach Park!
Explore the best of Hawaii’s beaches, reefs, rainforests, waterfalls, and more on the Maui West One Day Tour. See for yourself all the magnificent wonders of nature that earned the Aloha State the nickname “paradise”!
5. Try your hand at surfing in Waikiki
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Whether you’re a pro or catching a wave for the first time, Waikiki is the place to be!] [Image credits @Nakul on Unsplash
Waikiki is, no doubt, one of the most famous beaches in the world. Aside from getting a good tan and swimming, surfing in Waikiki is also a favourite amongst the island’s visitors, especially since it’s ideal for beginners!
6. Experience a luau
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Witness a modern-day luau that also features multi-cultural dishes and Polynesian dances!] [Image credits - @A n v e s h on Unsplash
If there’s one can’t-miss thing to do in Hawaii, it’s going on a luau. A luau is a feast and vibrant cultural experience that includes music, dances, and traditional performances that keep the Hawaiian culture alive!
7. See the historic Pearl Harbor
Entry to the visitor centre and museums are free for all visitors! Image credits @pearlharbornps on Instagram
Pearl Harbor is an essential landmark of history for the US and the world, as its attack in 1941 marked the US entering World War II. If you’re a history buff, a visit to the harbour’s National Memorial should make it to your bucket list!
8. Go beach hopping
Explore as many beaches as you can when in Hawaii! Image credits @ana_burduja_ on Instagram
Hawaii is one of the best destinations in the world for beach hopping. With several islands, the state is rife with almost every kind of beach you can imagine: white sand, red sand, scenic shorelines, and surfing havens!
9. Visit Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is a designated International Biosphere Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Image credits @hawaiivolcanoesnps on Instagram
Hawaii’s islands originated from centuries of volcanic eruptions. What way to honour the origins of paradise by visiting Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park? Here, you’ll see some of the most surreal and protected geological landscapes in the world, including the summits of Kīlauea and Mauna Loa.
10. Take a walk through Nahuku or the Thurston Lava Tube
You can also find this lava tube in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Image credits @usa_holidays_direct on Instagram
As much as volcanoes formed the islands, they continue to form plenty of geological wonders ready for exploration! One of the best things to do in Hawaii is to go to Nahuku (Thurston Lava Tube), a lava cave formed 500 years ago filled with twists and turns, colourful minerals, and more!
11. Learn about the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands at Polynesian Cultural Center
Polynesian Cultural Center is the place to be for an authentic cultural experience! Image credits @polynesianculturalctr on Instagram
What better thing to do in Hawaii than learn more about its culture at the Polynesian Cultural Center? This family-oriented tourist attraction and living museum showcases Polynesian culture's best through luaus, riveting fire dance shows, and various cultural performances!
12. Feel the rush while admiring the view while ziplining
Ziplining is a great way to have fun while admiring the natural beauty of Hawaii. Image credits @skylinehawaii on Instagram
Ziplining is always exhilarating, but ziplining in Hawaii is on another level. Imagine zipping through the dazzling natural landscape of Hawaii and gliding through the lush valleys and glittering ocean view? It’s definitely bucket-list worthy!
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