7 AM
Kalalau Trail (Day Hike to Hanakapi'ai)
Ke'e Beach Trailhead · Active
The legendary 2-mile day hike from Ke'e Beach to Hanakapi'ai Valley on the Na Pali Coast. Rocky, strenuous and spectacular; permit required after 2023.
8 AM
Kayak to Ke'e Beach
Hanalei River / Bay · Active
Paddle the Hanalei River to the bay and west along the coast toward Ke'e and the Na Pali sea caves. 3-4 hour journey; bring water and sun protection.
9 AM
Surfing Hanalei Bay
Pine Trees / Waikoko · Active
Hanalei Bay has waves for every level: Pine Trees and Waikoko for beginners and longboarders in summer, and expert breaks at the west rim in winter. Lessons available from beachside instructors.
10 AM
Limahuli Garden Tour
Limahuli Garden · Family
One of Hawaii's most beautiful botanical gardens 20 minutes west, built into the Na Pali ridge valley with native plants and ancient Hawaiian taro terraces. Self-guided or guided tour.
Taste of Hanalei Festival
The north shore's annual food celebration at Black Pot Beach Park — local farms, restaurants and Hawaiian cultural presentations with mountain views.
Wa'a Pono Canoe Race
Traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe races across Hanalei Bay organized by the Hanalei Canoe Club, with cultural ceremonies and paddling demonstrations.
Hanalei Taro Festival
Annual celebration of the kalo (taro) plant — Hawaii's cultural cornerstone — with farm tours, cooking demos, hula and the history of north-shore taro cultivation.
see you out there
Real recurring local happenings — schedules can change, so check the venue. Sun-timed events track each day’s real sunset and the countdown runs on the live local clock.