Hawai‘i’s diverse landscapes and seascapes offer more than stunning views—they provide opportunities to connect with ‘āina (land) and kai (ocean) and to deepen understanding of the Islands’ cultural, geological, agricultural and natural histories. From hands-on cultural experiences to coral reef restoration and historical sites that reveal centuries of stories, here are several exceptional places where your clients can experience and learn about Hawai‘i’s great outdoors.

Kaua‘i
At Waipā Foundation, clients can immerse themselves in the stewardship of Waipā’s ahupua‘a (traditional mountain-to-sea land division) through hands-on activities such as kalo (taro) cultivation, poi pounding, stream restoration and traditional resource management practices. At Limahuli Garden and Preserve, they’ll explore a living museum of native and introduced flora set within restored agricultural terraces. Guided tours reveal the vital link between Hawaiian culture and the natural world, as well as the ongoing restoration and conservation of the area’s ecosystems.

O‘ahu
Nonprofit Kuleana Coral Restoration invites visitors to participate in coral reef restoration at its educational community beach events. Participants learn how Hawai‘i’s reefs protect shorelines, discover restoration techniques and engage directly in conservation work. At Maunalua Bay, nonprofit Mālama Maunalua hosts community workdays where volunteers help remove invasive algae, restore marine ecosystems, and learn about the bay’s environmental and cultural significance.

Maui
At Olowalu, a historic ahupua‘a on Maui’s west side, nonprofit Kipuka Olowalu is leading efforts to protect cultural sites, agricultural terraces and offshore reefs. Clients are invited to join a volunteer day, contributing to preservation efforts while learning about traditional agricultural skills, Hawaiian cultural practices and the area's rich history.

Hawai‘i Island
At the Waipi‘o Valley Lookout, informational signage shares the cultural and royal history of the island’s largest valley. From 2,000 feet above sea level, visitors can view the expansive mile-long black sand beach and lush valley floor. At the Puakō Petroglyph Archaeological Preserve, clients can walk among more than 3,000 ancient stone carvings depicting aspects of daily life, spirituality and history, with some petroglyphs dating back to 1200 A.D.