Hawaiian Vacations - Island of Molokai

Island of Molokai

Molokai offers the perfect place for ultimate relaxation, though you can always find some interesting things to do. Try your hand at fishing with the locals or be adventurous and go sportfishing out in the open ocean. Intimate hiking and breathtaking bicycle tours are also available. For a truly unique experience, visitors aged 16 years and older can take a mule ride down the steep cliff to Kalaupapa National Historical Park, the isolated and historic settlement of those inflicted with Hansen's Disease.

Facts: Population 7,404, Area 260 sq. miles

The "Friendly Isle" has diversified agriculture, ranching, tourism and the world's highest sea cliffs along its northern coast. On a 13-square-mile peninsula below high cliffs is Kalaupapa, the Hansen's Disease settlement, officially called Kalawao County, a National Historical Park.

Molokai Flower: White Kukui Blossom

Molokai Island Color: Green

Papohaku Beach Park (Virtual Tour)

At three miles long and 100 yards wide, Papohaku Beach is Hawaii's largest white-sand beach making it the perfect place for sun bathing, picnics, camping, sunset watching and kite flying! The beach has strong rip currents making it difficult for swimming.

Kepuhi Beach (Virtual Tour)

This palm-lined, golden-sand beach is a must for anyone visiting the west end of Molokai.

Big Wind Kite Factory

Molokai's only kite shop, the Big Wind Kite Factory stocks the best and most colorful kites from dancing hula girls to pineapple windsocks to high-performance stunt kites. Tour the factory for a glimpse at expert kite-making techniques -- the owners even give free kite lessons!

Kaupoa Beach

At the end of a rocky shoreline is Kaupoa Beach, which is known as a great swimming spot when the waters are calm. Kaupoa's wide sandy beach is great for hours of sunbathing and fun tidal pool explorations.

Nene O Molokai

Nene O Molokai is a non-profit facility helping to sustain Hawaii's state bird, the nene, which is often referred to as the most endangered goose in the world! Visit the nene in its natural habitat while touring the facility's native plant and bird exhibits.