By: Eric Rosen
Hawaii is an ideal setting for trips ranging from a beach getaway to an active adventure. The beautiful blue Pacific waters are the perfect playground for everything from whale-watching to kayaking. Though phenomenal packages and other offerings at hotels throughout Hawaii should be enough to entice travellers this winter, folks looking to keep busy will find no shortage of experiences to enjoy both in the water and on land.
Oahu
KapohoKine Adventures in Oahu is welcoming adventurers to experience its new guided kayak tour of Hilo Bay. Launched from the company’s private pier at Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo – A DoubleTree by Hilton, the tour will explore hidden coves and beaches as kayakers learn about Hilo’s rich maritime history. Weather permitting, guides will escort kayakers to a secret beach for swimming.
KapohoKine’s two-hour group tours include snacks and beverages for $59 per person, plus tax. Three-hour private tours for couples include a picnic-style lunch and are $200, plus tax, and $25 per extra person, plus tax. For more information, visit kapohokine.com, or call (808) 964-1000.
Maui
Maui Surf Lessons
In Maui, travellers who cannot decide between an outrigger canoe paddle or surf lesson can indulge in Maui Surf Lessons’ new canoe surfing adventure. No prior outrigger canoe paddling or surfing experience is required for this family activity. The Maui Surf Lessons’ skilled canoe captains teach guests everything they need to know and steer the canoes so all guests have to do is sit back and enjoy the ride. Maui Surf Lessons is one of the only companies on Maui offering the activity and includes digital photography for free. For more information, call (808) 442-7252, or visit mauisurflessons.com/canoesurfing.
Outrigger Canoes
Also in Maui, visitors can enjoy a morning on the water and some paddling knowledge and history with ‘hoe waa’, an outrigger canoe paddling experience offered by Alii Maui Outrigger Canoes. The ocean adventure is now offered daily at 7:00 a.m., exclusive to guests of The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas. Participants will paddle in a six-person outrigger canoe while expert guides share the history of paddling in Hawaii, correct techniques, stories of the West Maui area surrounding the resort and more. Guests will take in offshore views of West Maui and may even spot marine life. For more information or reservations, call (808) 662-6400.
Viewing Humpback Whales
Lastly, Honua Kai Resort & Spa in Maui offers guests a front row seat to spot humpback whales off the shores of the world-famous Kaanapali Beach. The resort’s new ‘Tons of Fun Whale Package’ includes accommodations in a one- or two-bedroom suite with daily breakfast for two and a choice between a traditional whale-watching boat tour or an exciting rafting tour. Each excursion includes a ‘Whale Watch Power Pack’ containing binoculars, sunscreen, Honua Kai logo cap, beach bag, drinks and snacks. Prices start at $2,260 for a five-night stay in a one-bedroom suite. Guests must book until March 31, 2018 for travel until April 2. Blackout dates include Dec. 21 – Jan. 2. For more information, visit honuakai.com.
Source: Travelweek
