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Best time of year to visit Hawaii
The periods from April to May and September to October are considered to be the best time to visit Hawaii—the islands are not that crowded, the weather is mild and the hotel rates are quite affordable. Spring brings stunning sunsets at Haleakala summit, Lahaina noon phenomenon, and perfect days for a beach vacation. Even though summertime in Hawaii is subjected to storms and lots of families with school kids, it is the best season for water activities like snorkelling, diving with sharks, sailing, and kayaking. Balmy early fall will treat you with exotic fruits and Kona coffee harvest. Yet non-crowded early November is a good time to go surfing, especially north of Oahu island. When the high but rainy season kicks in with first weeks of December, be ready to deal with tourist crowds and to pay a fortune for your stay. However, if you choose December to March for your trip, you should visit the overwhelming Hawaii Volcanoes National Park or go watch magnificent Humpback Whales. Some of the must-attend Hawaii events are Merrie Monarch Festival in April, Lantern Floating Ceremony in May, and Aloha Festivals in September.
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Lantern Floating Hawaii
A touching Buddhist custom attracts thousands of participants in Honolulu
Laniakea or Turtle Beach
A day on the beach with turtles—this is a perfect retreat Hawaiian style
Hiking Mauna Kea
Do you want to climb the world's highest mountain?
Haleakala Sunrise and Sunset
A magnificent sunrise and sunset at Haleakala summit among volcanic scenery will leave you breathless
Ziplining
America's first zipline appeared in Hawaii and the activity still remains one of the major attractions on the islands
Turtle Town in Maui
A beautiful snorkel location with friendly Hawaiian sea turtles and a variety of colorful tropical fish
Kayaking and Canoeing
Explore the amazing islands and bays from the water
Beach Season
A time to enjoy the most exotic beaches of Hawaii!
Lahaina Noon
An interesting solar position can be observed in various locations
Spring and Autumn Surf Season
Spring season in Hawaii is a good time to enjoy waves and master your surfing skills
Torch Lighting and Cliff Diving
A romantic and touching experience on Maui Island, unique to Hawaii
Diving with Sharks
An extreme Hawaii experience and a great photo opportunity
Scuba Diving
Explore picturesque lagoons, tunnels, reefs, and underwater canyons as well as the stunning marine life of the Hawaiian Islands
Luau Party
A trip to Hawaii isn't complete without a traditional Hawaiian party
Weeping Wall or Blue Hole
The waterfalls are so much like tears pouring down green cheeks of Mount Waialeale, one of the wettest spots on Earth
Plumeria Blossom
Plumeria flowers have become a symbol of Hawaii. Don't miss their beautiful bloom season
Snorkeling
Hawaii is one of the best destinations on Earth for snorkeling. The underwater life here is simply fantastic
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
If you've ever longed for a tropical paradise, Hanauma Bay is the place of your dreams
Pineapple
A delicious fruit that grows in many backyards in Hawaii
Sailing and Cruising
Be prepared for some wave turbulence when cruising the Pacific
Lychee
Try this sweet and juicy fruit with a short harvesting season
Kukaniloko Birthing Stones
A Hawaiian Stonehenge on Oahu island
Memorial Day Weekend
Flower shower, floating lanterns and other events to commemorate fallen heroes
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing
Hawaii is one of the few places in the world where you can still catch a 50 kg yellowfin tuna
Crater Rim Drive
A stunning drive through Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park
Surinam Cherry
It doesn't look like a cherry at all, but the sour taste is somewhat close to one
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Merrie Monarch Festival
One of the most colorful cultural events in Hawaii held to honor King David Kalakaua
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
A unique opportunity to see a volcano at work!
Ironman World Championship
Try yourself in one of the world's toughest races and prove that you really are made of steel. Notice, it's by qualification only!
Aloha Festivals
A dynamic celebration of Hawaiian culture and Aloha spirit
Moloka'i Hoe
A popular and authentic Polynesian sport of canoe racing with hundreds of teams participating
Kamehameha Day
Time to commemorate the birth of the legendary king who united the Hawaiian islands
Kona Coffee Blossom or 'Kona Snow'
Witness the unique "Kona snow" of Hawaii during the blooming period of coffee trees
Winter Surf Season
Hawaii is a surfer's paradise, especially in winter when it becomes a dynamic global surfing hot spot
Vans Triple Crown of Surfing
Hawaii's top surfing competition for the best surfers in the world. A spectacular show for visitors!
Chinese New Year
A street party in Honolulu with lots of great food, fun activities, and amazing fireworks
Whale Watching
A spectacular and moving show of whales with their babies cresting and breaching around your boat
Skiing and Snowboarding Mauna Kea
It's not a joke. You really can ski and snowboard in Hawaii
Birdwatching
Hawaii is home to a number of rare birds and a great number of seabirds
Kona Surf Film Festival
If you think that movies and surfing belong to different worlds, think twice and head to the Kona Surf Film Festival
Maui Film Festival
Watching a movie right on the beach under a starry tropical sky. Sounds like a great festival experience,right?
Pearl Harbor Day
The historical site of Pearl Harbor on Oahu Island, where the US was attacked by Japanese forces in 1941, has a lot to offer visitors
Kona Coffee Harvest
Try one of the world's most famous coffees and participate in its harvesting by hand
Moanalua Valley Trail to Haiku Stairs
This staircase has nothing in common with a Japanese poetry genre
Great Pumpkin Festival
Don't miss this event if you want to feel the real American Halloween atmosphere
Ohi'a'ai or Mountain Apples
Try these exotic Hawaiian fruits which are absolutely delicious
Apple Bananas
Forget your supermarket bananas. Taste Hawaiian apple bananas for the first time
Jacaranda Tree Blooming
A beautiful spectacle of Jacaranda trees blooming along the Haleakala slopes on Maui.
May Day (Lei Day)
Lei is not just an accessory. This element of Hawaiian culture even has its own holiday
Mango
There are over 60 varieties of mango in Hawaii
Ginger Bread Village
A lovely Christmas tradition in a tropical paradise
Ka Moloka'i Makahiki Festival
A great occasion to learn more about Hawaiian traditions and culture
Soursop
This strange looking fruit is great for smoothies
Cherry Blossom
Japanese brought the cherry trees to Hawaii along with hanami tradition
Hawaii Food & Wine Festival
Wash the scrumptious Hawaiian dishes down with some fine vibrant wine
50th State Fair
An unusual state fair with plenty of local character
Honolulu Marathon
26.2 Miles in Paradise—this marathon has to be remembered
Billabong Pipe Masters
One of the most stunning and dangerous surfing competitions
Okinawan Festival
The largest ethnical event on the archipelago
4th of July
Fireworks and celebrations all over Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island
Halloween
Don't miss out fall fun activities when you are in Hawaii
Avocado
Even though avocado is not native to Hawaii, it's widely used in modern Hawaiian cuisine
Rambutan
A colourful and hairy fruit very popular in Hawaii
