Lanai, Hawaii; Visiting the beautiful island of Little Nan

Lanai is one of a small island in the Hawaiian Islands can be reached by plane about 30 minutes from Honolulu or Kahului (Maui). The length of the island is only 18 miles (27 km) and the breadth about 13 miles (21 km) with an elevation ranging from sea level to 3400 ft (1036 m).

Although small, Lanai has a beautiful jungle and “untouched” which ran wide and surrounded by white sand beaches hidden (secluded). Far from the hustle / city noise, no stoplight, quiet and peaceful. In addition to Golf, Lanai also offers “exciting adventures” both land and sea.

According to news circulating the island of Lanai was once known as the Pineapple (Pineapple Island). Because for nearly 70 years Lanai is the world’s largest pineapple plantation reached 18.000 acres owned and operated by Dole Food Co.. Pineapple Industry in 1986 decreased and was eventually closed and turned into a tourism activity. A few years after it was built 2 units equipped with Golf Resorts Courses.

Slides with a drive to “Munro Trail” which is not far from Lanai City, whose length is 11 km and panoramic views of the Majestic Pines pohon2 and the cool air that we feel when climbing at an altitude of more dari1.500ft above sea level (asl ).

Along this path we can enjoy the beautiful scenery there are Maui Island. Trail leads us to the mountaintop at an altitude of 3368 ft Lanaihale asl so it can be seen views of 5 neighboring Islands of Maui, Molokai, Kahoolawe, Oahu and Big Island.

If you’re lucky when coming to this place when it is not rain so the roads are not slippery and easier to pass, but remains cautious, because the state of roads in several places here can plunge. Travel to the Munro Trail takes approximately 3 hours round trip

Landscapes that look when we go to “Shipwreck Beach” is very attractive with the background the island of Molokai. Shipwreck Beach, white sand beach that stretches about 12 km, is a tempting place for a stroll along the beach, sunbathing, picnics, but swimming is not recommended here.

Hulopoe Beach Park is an interesting place to Water Adventure such as swimming, diving, snorkeling, Spinner Dolphin watch. While for Adventure Land, P. Lanai is a quiet, away from traffic is suitable for mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding and even target shooting. Besides, we also stopped at Manele Bay, Manele Harbor and a few places to enjoy the spectacular scenery.

You are also advised to Keahikawelo fatherly visit which is also known by the name “Garden of the Gods” which is located approximately 11 km north of Lanai City. Almost along the road to this place is overgrown with plants “Lantana” about 1 m high, flower clusters and rich colors, yellow, pink, white, orange, waving in the wind.

This Garden is not like ordinary garden, but rather consists of stones. The stones are strange shapes and sizes vary countless, mysteriously strewn around the area to take root in red, in this quiet place as if it creates a sense of mystic.

There are also several places in the “Garden of the Gods” this is not rocky, but only a vast piece of land which has a fiery red color (weathered), changing colors and shapes are caused by weather conditions such as rain, wind, solar, etc.. For many years, where the ‘desolate’ this (no trees, animals, etc..), Looks beautiful eyes, contrasting with the color blue sea and sky, and ‘Distant islands’ on the horizon. Then we go on the decline and climb and rocky to find a hidden beach, beautiful white sand beaches.

Air temperature reached 80 deg F with a trade wind blowing approximately 8-10 mi / hr, with the sun shining bright, perfect for “sunbathing”. The beach was clean, quiet and romantic, safe and not be disturbed. Warm sunshine and gentle massage while your partner put sunscreen on your body feels relaxed and enjoyable. Once satisfied to bask, and your stomach feels hungry, you can enjoy chicken sandwiches that can block the stomach.

You can also enjoy the beautiful scenery around the park there are many here, who planted the trees green and flowers are beautiful, no waterfall, lakes, arranged neatly. Very pleasant and remedy. At dusk you can get back to shore with a walk and enjoy the sunset.

Lanai is also in great demand by travelers of honeymooners (honeymooners), because it was quiet and the air is chilly. Did not seem to need much time to explore this romantic island and you will Measa impressed with its natural beauty, including beaches, mountains, and hutannnya. but no one would blame you if you want to stay a little longer on the island ins. so what are you waiting and immediately plan your vacation with the family visit Lanai.