We've previously enjoyed a wonderful family holiday in Hawaii. This was without a doubt our favourite ever family trip. We've covered this on our instagram and youtube channels - @paradisefallsfamily. Here we list just some of our top recommendations...
This looks daunting but if you do 1 hike, make it this one. It's not as bad as it looks and we managed it with the kids no problem. The views at the top were amazing!
Hike Diamond Head
Visit the memorials at Pearl Harbour, as well as the fantastic museums
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Tour this beautiful ranch which doubles as a movie set. See where they filmed some amazing blockbusters like Jurassic Park!
Kualoa Ranch
Visit the Polynesian Cultural Center - a brilliant interactive family day out
Polynesian Cultural Center
Hawaii is a fantastic spot for star gazing and we really enjoyed our evening spotting stars and planets.
Star Gazing
This is one we considered but didn't quite dare. Diving with sharks looks amazing and the north shore is a great spot to give it a go.
Shark diving
Visit the Dole Plantation, enjoy the maze, train tour and enjoy an amazing dole whip!
Dole Plantation
A must do in Hawaii. There are loads of different options but Paradise Cove is one of the best!
Luau
Horse riding was an amazing experience and we'd really recommend Gunstock Ranch where they had options for the kids as well.
Horse Riding
Practice surfing in the safety of a wave pool!
Wai Kai
Visit Waimea falls, walk the beatiful gardens and then take a dip in the waterfall
Waimea Falls
Either book a guided trip or just swim off one of the beaches but either way Hawaii is a fantastic place to give snorkelling a try!
Snorkelling
Hawaii is a fantastic spot to see whales - particularly in the winter when they migrate here
Whale watching
If you're visiting over summer and out of whale watching season, you can always settle for spotting dolphins!
Dolphin Watching
Enjoy one of the most iconic beaches in the world!
Waikiki beach
A brilliant spot to do some shopping in Honolulu
Shopping at the Ala Moana Center
An amazingly beautiful beach on the east coast
Waimanalo Bay Beach Park
Another incredible beach to enjoy!
Kailua Beach Park
Yet another pristine beach on Oahu's east coast!
Lanikai Beach
A beautiful temple to add a bit of culture to your trip!
Valley of the Temples Memorial Park & Byodo-In
An amazing spot to snorkle. Be sure to either book an excursion or get some of the limited tickets that are available.
Hanauma Bay
Another beach - but this one has been used in many movies and tv shows including Lost and Hunger Games
Kawela Bay
Don't miss this iconic north shore town, famous for it's surfing
Hale'iwa, North Shore Oahu
A great spot to see wild turtles but keep a respectful distance and go early to get parked!
Laniakea Beach
Visit the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and enjoy amazing views back down to Honolulu.
Punchbowl - Oahu
USA's only royal palace!
Iolani Palace
An icon of the island!
Aloha Tower
Another great shopping option in the middle of Oahu
Royal Hawaiian Center
A fantastic zoo for a family day out
Honolulu Zoo
If snorkelling isn't your thing try a submarine to see life beneath the waves.
Atlantis Submarine Adventure
Fireworks over Waikiki beach - just amazing!
Friday Night Waikiki Fireworks
Take a helicopter tour of the island - some of which visit the Jurassic Park waterfall!
