SERIOUS FUN HAWAIIAN STYLE

Day 1

Noon rendezvous at Lihue Airport on the Garden Isle. Lunch and orientation on one of Kauai's beautiful beach parks. After lunch, we transfer to our lodging where from the backyard we take a warm-up hike to the summit of Sleeping Giant or Nonou Mt. (1250 ft.) for an incredible 360 degree vista of Kauai. Welcome sunset beach barbecue dinner. [Distance: 3 miles; Elevation Gain: 800 ft.; Difficulty: Moderate]. B/L/D

Day 2

Morning hike along the breathtaking Na Pali Coast Trail, providing awesome views of 2,500 ft. cliffs plunging into the ocean below. Lunch at Hanakapiai Beach. Then back to the trail head where we plunge into the protected waters of Ke'e Beach to witness a variety of sea life that defies description as we snorkel the shoreline of the Pali Coast. [Distance: 4 miles; Elevation gain: 1,060 ft.; Difficulty: Hardy Family]. B/L

Day 3

Todays adventure takes us to Waimea Canyon, the "Grand Canyon Of The Pacific" for a full day of hiking through a koa & ohia forest with a fragrant ginger under story. Along with frequent sightings of Hawaii's honey creepers, this trail is rich with many species of native forest plants. Lunch on the rim of the canyon. Views from this perch are most spectacular. [Distance: 6 miles; Elevation Gain: 1200 ft.; Difficulty: Moderate]. B/L/D

Day 4

Mid- morning flight to Maui, The Valley Isle, where we devote our day to flora identification and photography, trekking into the lush tropical wet forest of the West Maui Mountains. Panoramic views from the high ridges provide us with incredible photo opportunities of the canyons, waterfalls and the coastal areas. An experience of excelled majesty.[Distance: 4.5 miles; Elevation Gain 1400 ft.; Difficulty: Moderate]. B/L

Day 5

Today's adventure takes us to Haleakala, House Of The Sun. Starting at the 10,000 foot summit we descend down sliding sands tail into the jaws of the world's largest crater. Exploring this moon-like landscape experience a constantly changing panorama of colors and rock formations and encounter the rare silver sword found nowhere else in the world. Endemic flowers, plants and berries are other features found throughout the day on Top Of The World. [Distance: 5 miles; Elevation Gain: 1600 ft.; Difficulty: Strenuous]. B/L/D

Day 6

Early morning rise and drive to the historic whaling port of Lahaina. Here we board a 50 foot sailing catamaran for a morning snorkel adventure to the island of Lanai. Known for its pristine and beautiful reefs, Lanai offers some of the finest snorkeling in all of Hawaii. Late afternoon flight to the Hilo side of the "Big Island". B/L

Day 7

Up early for an all-day exploration of the botanical and geological wonders of Volcanoes National Park. Tropical rain forest soon yields to steaming vents and frozen forms of lava as we hike into Kilauea, the world's most active volcano. Frequent earth tremors and crackling lava attest to the ceaseless surges of barely contained magma just below the crater floor. In the late afternoon, we descend down Chain Of Craters Road to the coast where lava has been consistently flowing into the ocean for the past ten years. As the sun sets, enjoy a tailgate dinner along the shoreline and (hopefully) watch red lava hiss into the surging Pacific. *An optional helicopter ride over the most active parts of the volcano can be arranged this day. [Distance:4 -8 miles; Elevation Gain: 460 ft.; Difficulty: Moderate]. B/L/D

Day 8

Leave Madame Pele's realm and take to the sea with a fun filled kayak paddle along the rugged South Kona shoreline. Swim and snorkel in coral gardens where green sea turtles feed along multi colored tropical fish. Includes cliff jumping (ocean weather permitting). An experience of excelled majesty. [Experience: Novice - Intermediate; Difficulty: Moderately Challenging]. B/L/D

Day 9

Today on the Big Island is a special treat. First it's off to wind, waves and sunshine on the powdery white sands of Hapuna Beach. After our fill of fun in the sun we are invited into the home of a Hawaiian family to share a wonderful authentic luau celebration with hands-on participation in preparing the Imu, lei making, singing,hula dancing and feasting. [Distance: 0; Elevation Gain: 0; Difficulty: Easy]. B/L/D

Day 10

Morning breakfast, then its a short stay in Kailua-Kona for last minute shopping, personal activities or a swim and snorkel for the hardy. Noon transfer to Keahole Airport in Kona for our final Aloha Ohana (Goodbye to extended family).The days go fast, but memories and friendships live long after you depart Hawaiian shores. B

Land Price

NZ$4,950.00 per person

Single Supplement: NZ$ 500 per person

Cost Includes:

All acitivities, meals, lodgings, and transport mentioned in itinerary (including flights Kauai-Maui and Maui-Hawaii), and a naturalist guide.

Cost Does Not Include:

Flights before or after the tour, optional acitivities not mentioned in itinerary, alcoholic beverages, visa fees, or departure taxes.