Kauai Kauai is the fourth largest island totaling in square miles. Supposedly this island is the oldest of the major eight. Kauai is covered in mountainous landscape and coastal cliffs, its highest point being 5, feet. Molokai Molokai is a smaller more dessalate island with a total area of square miles.
In fact, if the weather is clear enough you can see Oahu and Lanai from Molokai, only being 25 miles away from Oahu. In order to get to and from Oahu one can travel the Kaiwi Channel. Molokai is also a volcanic island with two major ridges divided up into east and west, but luckily these volcanoes are extinct. Check your inbox now to confirm your subscription. What are you looking for?
Search for:. This World Heritage-listed site contains the most active volcano in Hawaii, Kilauea. More than two million people flock to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park annually to hike lava fields, explore underground lava tubes, feel the heat of the steam vents and witness crater eruptions updates at nps.
Picture: Jenny Galbraith. The main attraction is Hawaiian monk seals who frequently sunbake on the golden sands. These endangered species are typically roped off, and visitors are asked to keep a safe distance of about 45m.
Take a Kauai movie tour to get the Hollywood scoop. Hawaiian by nature, Molokai has a significant Native Hawaiian population and retains a more traditional way of life.
Seldom visited, these waters offer a sanctuary of marine life with the most pristine snorkelling and diving locations in the state. Travellers are best to hire a 4WD vehicle and go off the beaten track to uncover hidden nature trails and remote, deserted beaches. Lanai is also known for rock formations like Puu Pehe pictured , also known as Sweetheart Rock, an iconic landmark between Manele and Hulopoe Bay.
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Yes, I would like to receive MyEscape Newsletter. Because of its lush greenery and high rainfall averages throughout the year. Skyline Eco-Adventures also has a zipline course on Kauai in Poipu.
Kauai has more beaches, rivers, streams, and waterfalls than any other Hawaiian island. This is due in part to its rainy climate. This island is also known as the Garden Isle. Oahu Oahu is known for its diverse culinary, entertainment and art traditions.
This island is home to the state capital of Hawaii, the city of Honolulu. Molokai Molokai is the fifth largest island in the Hawaiian island chain. On this island, you will find a acre coffee plantation and miles of untouched landscapes. It is called the enlightening isle because its remoteness helps you find yourself and reset your perspectives about life.
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