Best Hawaiian Island To Visit

Selecting the best Hawaiian island can be a confusing task for some travelers. This is because all the islands are so diverse. While planning a trip to Hawaii, you shouldn't be lost and worry about, "which is the best Hawaiian island to visit?" Are you confused about choosing the right island or not? Well, it's just a matter of picking the first island to visit, and then you can come back for a holiday to different islands every time. With 1,500 miles of 8 major islands, undersea seamounts, several small islets (islands), and numerous islands of coral that encircle the lagoons to choose from, Hawaii offers something different for everyone. It all depends on what you want out of your Hawaii vacation and the activities provided at the island. Although there are several islands in Hawaii, not all of them are open for tourists. So why not take a look at the magnificent islands and make your next trip to Hawaii a success.

Breathtaking Hawaiian Islands to Visit

Get ready for some "wow" experience as I give you some detailed information about each of the Hawaiian islands. Once you read what each of these islands have to offer you, you can decide which is the best island for your next vacation.

Hawaii
The biggest island in Hawaii which is also nicknamed as the "Big Island", Hawaii is the youngest of all the islands around and it's still growing. There are 11 different climate zones that contributes to the lush rainforests, black sand beaches, waterless deserts, and snow-crested mountains. Things to do on the Big Island:

• Visitors can witness molten lava flowing at the Kilauea volcano that has been flowing for over 20 years in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
• Take a hike in a tropical paradise of Waipio Valley which is often referred to as the "Valley of the Kings".
• Discover the biggest ancient Hawaiian temple Puukohola Heiau or "Hill of the Whale" open to tourists, which is probably one of the last sacred structures left in Hawaii. You can also spot some humpback whales there in the spring and winter months.
• Remember I mentioned the snow-crested mountains? Enjoy playing in the snow on Mauna Kea, the world's tallest mountain from the sea floor.
• Hilo and the sunny Kona Coast offer brilliant cultural sites, cuisines, galleries, shops, restaurants, diving, spotting dolphins, snorkeling, boating, swimming with Manta rays, and deep sea fishing for giant Pacific Blue Marlin.

Oahu
Oahu or The Gathering Place, is the most populous and busiest island in Hawaii and comprises 70 percent of the population. It homes the state's capital Honolulu, Waikiki beach, and has tons of attractions for tourists. Things to do on Oahu:

• Want to learn surfing? Then your wish can be fulfilled at the Waikiki beach. And if you feel you can't really get it right, sit back at the beach and watch world-class surfers tame huge waves.
• Looking for a gorgeous night in the town. Oahu offers the most happening downtown nightlife, five-star restaurants, lush mountains, and some of the most amazing art galleries.
• Don't forget to visit the world famous USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor.
• Did you know that Oahu has been featured in tons of movies and TV shows? Perhaps you might remember some: LOST, 50 First Dates, Jurassic Park movies, Pearl Harbor, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Hawaii Five-O, From Here to Eternity, The Karate Kid II, and many more. More about things to do on Oahu Hawaii.

Maui
If you're wondering which island to select when traveling with kids, then it's Maui. There are 4 islands in Maui, the main island of Maui, Molokai, Kahoolawe, and Lanai. Personally I feel that the best places to see in Maui are Haleakala National Park, Lahaina, and the Hana Highway. Maui or "The Valley Isle" has 13 volcanoes, 9 hiking points, 11 different beaches, 4 kayaking points, 8 historical locations, 8 deep-sea and local fishing spots, 10 different places for family oriented fun (zoos, water parks, and aquariums), 15 gold locations, 10 National and State Parks, 11 different locations for whale watching and snorkeling. Besides these, other things to do in Maui:

• Take a helicopter ride to the Haleakala Crater and watch the beautiful sunrise. Perfect for honeymoon couples and families as well.
• Take an adventurous excursion to spot the humpback whales.
• Drive on the 53 mile long Hana highway and enjoy the glorious scenery.

Kauai
Kauai is also known as "The Garden Isle" because of its lavish tropical vegetation. Perhaps you remember Kauai from the movie Jurassic Park? Take a look at some beautiful Kauai beaches. Things to do in Kauai:

• Visit Waimea Valley, the grand canyon of the Pacific coast or NaPali Valley that has majestic waterfalls and mountains (only accessible by boats or helicopters).
• You can also take a hike on the Waimea Valley and enjoy some excellent sites.
• There's the Wailua River where you can have fun kayaking.

Niihau
Niihau or "The Forbidden Isle" is privately owned and is off limits to tourists. But if you like adventure, there are a few ideas around it. You can take a helicopter ride or sail along the secluded coast where there's a break in the peninsula up north. You can spend the day snorkeling, scuba diving, spot schools of beautiful fish and dolphins, Hawaiian monk seals, and humpback whales. You can get more information from the island of Kauai where these excursions start from.

Hawaii gives you long, lazy days at sea, splendid waterfalls, crystal clear waters, breathtaking sea cliffs, and much more. It's difficult to mention everything in one article what Hawaiian islands have to offer. But all I can say is that no matter which island you choose, you won't be disappointed. Instead of searching for one best Hawaiian island to visit, why not treat your family and yourself to the most beautiful tropical paradise.