What to do in Lanai, HI

Crystal waters at Manele Bay invite snorkelling among vibrant marine life in this gateway to Lanai. Arrive in the morning for calmer conditions and possible winter whale sightings.

Hulopoe Beach's protected marine preserve offers pristine white sands and turquoise waters with sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Explore tide pools during low tide or hike to Sweetheart Rock for panoramic views.

Jack Nicklaus's masterpiece offers dramatic cliffside holes with Pacific Ocean views from every tee. Winter visitors might spot breaching whales while navigating the signature 12th hole that spans an ocean inlet.

Hawaiian Church is just one of the places to see in Lanai City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's beaches or seek out its golf courses.

Keahiakawelo's otherworldly landscape features reddish-orange boulders shaped by erosion. Visit at sunset in a four-wheel-drive to see striking colours transform this lunar-like Hawaiian terrain.

This sacred Hawaiian temple in Kaunolu Village, built by King Kamehameha I in the 1790s as a place of refuge, features ancient stone ruins with dramatic views of Shark Fin Cove and the historic cliff-diving spot.

Set amid a 200-acre pine valley, Lanai Pine Sporting Clays offers a 14-station course simulating game bird flights. Expert instructors guide both novices and pros through this unique Hawaiian shooting experience.

This secluded white sandy shore holds the ancient Loko Lopa fishpond and remnants of Club Lanai resort. Bring supplies and a 4x4 vehicle for this tranquil escape where local fishermen cast their lines.