5 Exciting Activities to Experience in Hawaii

Life is all about adventure. And really, what could be more exhilarating than embarking on one? Imagine an adventure in the beautiful Paradise of the Pacific—Hawaii! A spectacular 7-Day round-trip Hawaii cruise from Honolulu aboard the Pride of America will take you to four islands any time of the year, with overnight stays in both Kauai and Maui to maximize your island experience. Now, let’s dive into the adventure. Here are five exciting activities to try in Hawaii!

#1. Clear Skies of Oahu

Honolulu, Oahu

Duration: 2.5 hours

Although this shore excursion rates a 1 for ease, the excitement of soaring in a state-of-the-art helicopter over the island of Oahu is off the charts at 10+!! You’ll catch breathtaking views of Oahu’s highlights: Diamond Head Crater, Hanauma Bay, and the stunning Nuuanu Valley, along with the iconic Dole Plantation pineapple fields. For those passionate about military history, you’ll glide over Pearl Harbor, the Battleship Missouri, and the Arizona Memorial. And let’s not forget the mesmerizing turquoise waters, picturesque beaches, verdant valleys, and towering cliffs that you’ll witness from high above.

#2. Abseil Down Waterfalls

Kahului, Maui

Duration: 6 hours

What an incredible adventure awaits! You’ll kick things off by rappelling down a 60-foot slope in Maui. It’s said to be easy! Once you’ve got that down, you’ll tackle 30- and 50-foot waterfalls. Yes, you’ll rappel right through the falls and plunge into the refreshing pools below. As a reward for your courage (and after ascending back up a 300-foot hiking trail), you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch with breathtaking valley and ocean views. How wonderful!

#3. Zodiac Whale Watching Expedition

Kahului, Maui

Duration: 3 hours

This might just be the most thrilling experience of your life: getting up close and personal with a Humpback whale! While you’re on a port stop in Maui, a naturalist will guide you on a speedy Zodiac boat to the National Humpback Whale Marine Sanctuary, where you’ll wait in anticipation to witness these magnificent creatures breach the surface, forcefully expelling air through their blowholes. You might even hear the crack of a fin or a tail slap, or catch the enchanting sound of a whale singing as it searches for a mate. How enchanting!

#4. Captain Zodiac Raft, Snorkeling & Dolphin Experience

Kona, Hawaii

Duration: hours

Similar to the Zodiac Whale Watching Expedition in Kahului, this Zodiac raft adventure is all about the exhilarating journey. You’ll speed along the Kona coast in search of Humpback whales, sea turtles, spinner dolphins, and manta rays! Upon reaching the stunning Kealakekua Bay, you can dive into the tranquil waters for snorkeling. The return trip focuses on education, offering the chance to explore lava tubes and sea caves. Amazing!

#5. Mudbug - Get Down & Get Dirty

Nawiliwili, Kauai

Duration: 5.5 hours

This time, the excitement is grounded. Or rather, in the mud. Alongside the thrill of operating a fully automatic ATV in Kauai, you'll dive right into the action—navigating through lush sugar cane fields and dense vegetation that suddenly opens up to a stream. What a thrill! You’ll traverse back roads and might even get the chance to take a refreshing dip in a mountain pool.