Hawaii — Fun and Interesting Things to Do with Kids

If you think that Hawaii only offers sun and surf, you couldn't be more wrong. There is much more for a family to do on the islands of Hawaii, including taking advantage some world-class skiing!

Hawaii is home to Mauna Kea, which when measured from its undersea base to its 13,000-foot summit, is the tallest mountain in the world. If you are visiting Hawaii in the winter, you can actually ski on Mauna Kea! However, skiing and snowboarding are not what draws most visitors to the summit of Mauna Kea. At the top of the majestic mountain is the sunset and stargazing tour. This experience starts at the base of the mountain where professionally trained guides take guests in luxurious all-terrain vehicles to the mountain's summit where an astronomy center is located. Guests can view the stars and planets from the super-sized telescope in the observatory. Dinner is included, as well as coats for each guest, because it is surprisingly cool at the top of the mountain. This is a great family activity that many people miss on the islands of Hawaii. The trip lasts around eight hours, so plan on spending the day on this adventure. Keep in mind, though, that young children are not advised to participate, as they can experience altitude sickness.

One problem many kids experience on vacation is boredom. Parents look forward to spending time resting and unwinding, but kids crave action! One way to visit remote areas of the Hawaiian Islands while helping the kids expend their energy is taking a bicycle tour. Many tour companies rent bicycles, so you and your family can take a two-wheeled tour of parts of the island you haven't visited before. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the day exploring inland island beauty!

Hawaii is famous for its many volcanoes. The town of Volcano, Hawaii, is one of the best locations to visit some of the lesser known, and therefore less crowded, volcanoes on the islands. Start with a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where you can see actual flowing lava. That's sure to be a hit with the kids!

Of course, the kids will want to spend some time at the beach. If you are looking for a less crowded place to enjoy the sand and sun of Hawaii's famous beaches, head to the island of Lanai. Lanai is one of the lesser-known islands among tourists, and has excellent sites for snorkeling. The Manele Bay and Hulopo'e Beach are particularly good places to enjoy the water.

It is possible to enjoy Hawaii with your children without battling the crowds at the more tourist-friendly areas. All it takes is a little research and ingenuity. Try these locations for an exciting Hawaiian family adventure!

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