Top Things to do in Molokai
Top 7 Hidden Gems Things to do in Molokai, Hawaii (HI)
Molokai embraces the true Hawaiian spirit but without the typical Hawaiian fanfare. The pace is slower here, the nightlife and megaresorts are practically nonexistent (no buildings taller than a coconut tree are allowed), you won't even find a traffic light on this small island (38 miles long and 10 miles wide). You will find tranquility and nature - waterfalls, beaches, coves, coral reefs and rainforests, all best explored by foot, horse or boat. Molokai is also known for its fabulous mountain biking.
Restaurants in Molokai
1. Molokai Lomi Therapeutic Massage and Healing Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 147 reviews
Reviewed By susanhB7463BR - Portland, United States
Alana is a healer, very knowledgable about the human body and listens and asks questions about injuries before she goes to work. The oils are of her own creation. We heard many stories about Molokai, and after she left, we felt invigorated. She said someoneon Molokai said she has an 'Old face, strong hands'. Very true. She worked based the time agreed on. Mahalo, Alana.
2. Kalaupapa National Historical Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 206 reviews
This historical park was a former leper colony run by Father Damien in the 1930s.
Reviewed By JoeP808 - Estes Park, United States
Kalaupapa - the leper colony - Fr Damien. Kalaupapa National Historical Park is now run by the National Park Service. It occupies a small 3 mile by 3 mile peninsula on the north shore of Molokai. Access today is only by the small planes operated by a couple local airlines. Note: There used to be access by a guided mule trail down the cliffs, but the trail has been closed for some time due to rock slides. Your flight must be coordinated with a tour guide in Kalaupapa who will get the permits necessary to visit. Otherwise you will not be allowed to leave the airport property. The Historical Park preserves the living community where people were banished to live apart from the rest of the world with leprosy, now called Hansen's disease. The cure for Hansen's disease was found in the 1940, but many of the residents elected to continue to live on their peninsula. Six still live there, aged 78 to 96. Touring the area will take you through the town of Kalaupapa, the original settlement area of Kalawao, and past the original churches still standing. The cemetery holds the tomb of Fr Damien, the priest who came to minister to the patients, and ended up dying of the disease. All the while you are there you can look to the south and see the sea cliffs that cut the peninsula off from the rest of the island, called topside. These sea cliffs are the highest in the world. I can see why being made to live there was referred to as the most beautiful prison in the world. What an interesting glimpse into history.
3. Molokai Mule Ride
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 288 reviews
A two hour mule ride down an 1800 foot cliff to Kalaupapa Peninsula.
Reviewed By Ela1255 - Juneau, United States
Our guide was amazing: KAhi , not sure how to spell it. What lovely man. I wish I gave him a big hug on our exit but I was preoccupied, our flight was getting ready to depart . KAhi I hope you see this: consider yourself hugged. He has so much knowledge, he sang to us twice, what a amazing voice. Once in a chapel, once in the bus. Very special. Kalaupapa is a sacred place, beautiful and powerful. Words cannot describe it. Read the novel Molakai before you go. It is the story of its people.
4. Dixie Maru Beach (Kapukahehu)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By rintoulk - Kimberley, Canada
We discovered this beach on one of exploring days. The water was very calm, clear and inviting. There was only one other couple at the beach the day we found it and they left shortly after we arrived. After doing some exploring of the surrounding area, (make sure you have proper footwear as the Kiawe trees have very sharp and sometimes long thorns!) a nice swim in the calm waters was the order of the day. As it was later in the afternoon when we discovered this beach, we decided to remain here while the sun set. It was magical: being on our own private beach and watching the sun sink beyond the horizon. A perfect end to a perfect day.
5. Ili'ili'opae Heiau
6. Purdy's Natural Macadamia Nuts
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4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By untravelledworlds - Chicago, United States
What can you say about a place that opens its shop on their day off to sell me macademia nuts to take home for my best friiend, because I'm leaving the next day. You say, GO THERE. And btw, I bought a bag of nuts for me too and they were incredible.
7. Kalaupapa Overlook
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4.5 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By wesinsac - Sacramento, United States
We took a nice and short walk to the overlook to see the village below and it was a super clear day and great view of Kalaupapa village. The hiking trail down to the village has been closed due to a landslide and is inaccessible. We really wanted to hike down to the village, but it is off limits.
