Original title: Stargazing skydiving to see volcanoes, Hawaii's top ten must experience!
Snowy mountains, lava, starry skies, great waves... Yes, these wonderful natural sights also belong to the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean, and the rich and varied experiences make Hawaii a popular destination for tourists. Each of Hawaii's 6 main islands has its own character, but of the countless attractions, which ones are you not sure to miss? Take a look at the top 10 must-experiences in Hawaii and take you to the fullest!
See the volcano in different ways
Want to feel the shock of an active volcano? Then come to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii's Big Island! The park is home to two of the world's most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Maunaloa, and its fantastic smoke and gushing magma have been a lasting shock.
You can hike deep into the lava range with a guided tour, or you can drive into this known as "the only volcano in the world that can be accessed by car"; if you want to feel the scene of lava and the sea meeting more intuitively, you can also choose to take a magma boat tour and feel the amazement of half ocean and half volcano.
The most exciting volcanic viewing experience is the spectacular view of the helicopter ride to the sky, overlooking the volcanic magma rushing forward with unstoppable momentum, and finally converging into the sea!
Dancing with fish In search of manta rays at night
The coast of Kona on Hawaii's Big Island is the best place to see Manta Ray. To get up close and personal with these gentle marine creatures, snorkeling and night boat trips are good ways to do it.
Along the resort's coastline south of the ancient town of Kailua-Kona, adorable manta rays often congregate in shallow waters at night, swimming meekly back and forth in the water, with their massive bodies spreading up to 5 metres wide. Plankton in the spotlight are like stars in the night sky, and manta rays are attracted to these points of light.
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In the north of the port of Honokohau, there are regular manta rays that depart at night dives, so you can face these "ghosts in the water" with your gear. Note that petting or feeding manta rays is forbidden!
Maunakaia Stargazing Hands can pick stars
Maunakea volcano on Hawaii's Big Island is one of the world's most famous stargazing sites, and thanks to more than 300 clear nights a year, a clear image of the starry sky can be seen in Maunakaia through an astronomical telescope. When you look up at the sky full of stars and shine together, it is not too much to use all the beautiful words to describe it. Drive to the top of the mountain in a 4wd vehicle and you may see the most brilliant night sky you have ever seen in your life.
What's more, in winter at Mount Mauna kea, you may also see snow-capped summits, which are also the highest offshore mountains in the world!
At the top of Haleakala Mountain watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds
Haleakala means "House of the Sun" in Hawaiian, and Haleakala National Park has Maui's highest peak. Coming to the top of Haleakala on a clear morning and watching the sea of clouds gradually dyed orange, gold and red will be an unforgettable experience.
Many tourists and locals get up early and drive to the Haleakala Visitor Center at the top of the hill just to catch a glimpse of the splendor.
If you don't want to miss out on the peaceful and beautiful scenery along the way, and don't mind spending more time, there are plenty of hiking trails where you can enjoy nature and, if you're lucky, you might even see the Hawaiian black goose (Nene) or the blooming silver sword tree (Ahinahina).
Go out to sea from Lahaina for whale watching
Maui's Lahaina Harbour offers a wide variety of whale watching tours and is one of the best whale watching sites in the world. December to May is the best time to see whales, and by visiting the whale watching kiosks throughout the harbor, you'll learn about the various ways to see whales, from boat rental to raft viewing.
Sail out from Lahaina Harbour and on a 2-4 hour cruise you'll see humpback whales frolicking in the water, occasionally slapping their tails or spraying water jets into the air.
While whales can be seen in all of the Hawaiian Islands, the Auau Strait between Maui and Molokai and Lanai remains one of the best whale watching destinations in the world. You can follow the boat from Maalaea Harbor, north of Kihei, and treat yourself to beautiful ocean scenery and watch whales frolicking in the water.
Experience surfing at Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Beach is a famous surfing paradise where surfers can experience the thrills of a cusp.
Can't surf? It's okay, the calm sea near the shore is a great place for you to learn to surf, and the "Waikiki Beach Boys" on the beach will also start practicing with you from the most basic movements. But remember to avoid dangerous waters or you might get swept into the ocean.
Once a recreation spot for Hawaii's royal family, Waikiki now brings together most of Oahu's hotels and resorts, and if you're simply looking to relax, enjoying the beauty of Diamond Head Crater and the bay is a great choice.
Walk through Jurassic World at Gurani Ranch
Located east of Oahu, Kualoa Ranch is a family ranch that has been passed down for generations and is known for its scenic valleys, with pristine coastal natural beauty, rural pastures, tropical rainforests, and for years providing filming locations for Jurassic Park and Godzilla.
From ATV mountain biking, valley horseback riding, plantation tours, ocean cruises to thrilling zip lines, at Culane Ranch you can experience a variety of outdoor projects full of original fun. Many people experience quad biking here, navigating the breathtakingly beautiful Kaaawa Valley.
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If you're with your family, hop on an adventure vehicle from the Visitor Center and follow your guide in search of something beautiful and fun hidden in a wooded valley. By the way, how can you come to the ranch without feeling the joy of riding a horse? Transform into a cowboy and let's go with everyone!
The world's most beautiful skydiving place to feel the thrill of flying
North Shore is known as the most beautiful skydiving spot in the world, with rugged mountains, emerald coral coasts, and narrow coastlines, and there's no better way to see all the Hawaiian beauty in one go than skydiving!
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There are many companies on the island that offer skydive experiences, such as Skydive Hawaii or Pacific Skydiving, and the instructors are experienced professional skydiving instructors with USPA technical certification. You don't have to worry about being a completely inexperienced novice, just check the weather information in advance, and then get ready for the 360-degree scenery of the Pacific Ocean and the north coast of Oahu!
Get a feel for the original Hawaiian culture
The Polynesian Culture Center on the north shore of Lake Oas Island is Hawaii's most popular tourist attraction, so be sure to come here to experience Hawaii's exoticism.
The Cultural Center preserves Polynesian traditions, and you can join the Luau feast while enjoying authentic Hawaiian cuisine while enjoying a Live Show dedicated to royal performances.
You can also dance a hula, play a ukulele, and rotate the skirt with the locals, which has almost become a reserved program for tourists to visit Hawaii.
Helicopter cruises the Napali coast
Only 3% of Kauai has been developed, and most of the original landforms such as canyons, mountains, cliffs, waterfalls, forests and beaches are well preserved. Due to the rugged terrain of the island, it is difficult to reach the scenery by foot or other means of transportation, so taking a helicopter and getting a panoramic view of the island from above is the perfect way to experience Kauai.
The long coastline of the Napali Coast, with its bright green towering spires formed by 914-metre-high cliffs towering over the seabed, offers an unparalleled view of the spectacular and pristine scenery from any angle. When you see it with your own eyes on a helicopter and feel the splendor of the "panoramic view of the mountains", you will be thrilled!
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