Here are my "Top 5 Tips" to ensure that you have a safe and exciting visit to the Hawaiian islands. I hope you have a wonderful Hawaiian experience!
#1 - Tip From Tom Barefoot:
Most of the tours and activities available in Hawaii leave early in the morning.
Mornings are usually the best part of the day in terms of wind, ocean conditions and weather in general. If you are flying from east to west you will find that you will be getting up very early your first morning in Hawaii.
Plan to make use of this time by doing an activity on the first day of your trip. (If you're coming to Maui and planning to do the sunrise bike tour down Haleakala, this is the very best time to take it as they will depart your hotel about 3 am or earlier.) If you're up already, you might as well make the best use of your time.
#2 - Tip From Tom Barefoot:
The helicopter tours are fantastic.
Helicopter tours in Hawaii should be done on one of your first days on island as well. Taking the flight early on during your stay will give you a solid grip of the "lay of the land" and will allow you to go back and visit those spots that you felt were most intriguing. Once again, the helicopter tours should be taken in the morning (usually the earlier the better) to beat the cloud cover which often will come in the afternoon. Booking these times could be a problem so please make your helicopter tour arrangements in advance.
#3 - Tip From Tom Barefoot:
Don't forget to dress appropriately and pack accordingly to the situation.
Bring shoes, socks, long pants and a warm top to wear. In Hawaii, it's often very cold at the top of our mountain peaks in the morning no matter what time of year. Your long pants will be perfect for your horseback riding adventure.
#4 - Tip From Tom Barefoot:
One common mistake visitors make is thinking that "whale season" is all year long.
In Hawaii, "whale watching season" runs from Dec. 15th to May 15th, with the peak being in February and March. The best Hawaiian island for viewing whales is from Maui, as whales mate and "calve" in the relatively shallow waters between Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe.
#5 - Tip From Tom Barefoot:
If you're coming to Hawaii during "whale season" you might consider bringing binoculars.
Binoculars are the one thing that can really add to the thrill of a "whale watch".
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