Hanalei Bay – Iconic and expansive. Perfect for swimming, sunset walks, or just soaking it all in. Lumahai Beach – A personal favorite: wild, dramatic, and beautiful. Secret Beach (Kauapea) – A 10-minute hike down to one of the most stunning beaches on the island. Look out for dolphins in the morning! Hideaways Beach – Small and secluded; bring sturdy shoes for the steep path. Kalihiwai Beach – Easy to access, with a freshwater river flowing into the ocean. Queen’s Bath – Not for swimming, but amazing for spotting sea turtles and cliff-jumping (only when conditions are safe!). Anini Beach – Calm and shallow, perfect for snorkeling. Turtle Cove – A short hike through a cave opens to a quiet beach where turtles like to hang out.
Sandwich Isle (Princeville) – Solid grab-and-go sandwiches. Wiki Pizza – Great wood-fired pizza. Any food truck in Hanalei – You really can’t go wrong. Hanalei Poke - Grab it to-go and take it to the beach! Shave Ice in Princeville (next to Foodland) – A refreshing must. Wishing Well Shave Ice – Also known for their açaí bowls. Pink’s Creamery – BEST ice cream ever. Kalypso (Hanalei) – Touristy but good for happy hour. The Bistro (Kilauea) – A great dinner option. Java Kai (Kilauea) – Coffee + breakfast Tahiti Nui (Hanalei) – Live music on Fridays and Saturdays Happy Talk (Princeville) – Sports Bar 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay – Sunset drinks and upscale bites with a view.
The Grand Hyatt – Live music and dinner spot Merriman’s – The best mai tai on the island (with lilikoi foam!) Keoki’s Paradise – Classic tourist spot with surprisingly good food Brennecke’s Beach Broiler – Oceanfront dinner + 50+ turtles on the beach at sunset. Honu Bar – Beach bar with slushy mai tais. (Jack's favorite) Deli & Bread Connection (Lihue) – Local gem for sandwiches.
Sleeping Giant – Moderate hike with rewarding views. Goat Trail (Waimea Canyon) – Epic views and a unique terrain. Kalalau Trail (Nā Pali Coast) – A must if you’re up for it. Book in advance. Hanakapi‘ai Falls route (8 miles roundtrip) – Challenging but absolutely worth it.
Nā Pali Coast Boat Tours Blue Ocean Adventures (West Side) Captain Andy’s (South Side – catamaran or zodiac) North Shore Charters / Hanalei Charters (charter from Hanalei) Tubing Through Backcountry Adventures – Float through old sugar plantation canals. Kipu Ranch ATV Tours Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Tour Waimea Canyon – Known as the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific."