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At-A-Glance

Trip Dates:

November 3, 2012 through November 11, 2012

November 3-11, 2012

Just two rooms left on this Hawaiian small group trip!

Experience unique cultural and natural beauty within Hawaii’s national parks. Expert biologists, naturalists, and cultural specialists will introduce you to six of the seven Hawaiian national parks on this NPCA tour. Throughout the exciting nine-day itinerary, you will have a chance to meet the friendly people of Hawaii, witness the natural beauty of four Hawaiian Islands, and explore multiple historical sites. Meet with national park rangers to learn more about volcanic activity and view the effects of eruptions, participate in an authentic Hawaiian family luau, and witness the diversity of the island landscape on your inter-island flights. This Hawaiian tour is no ordinary experience.

For details about this trip, download the brochure (pdf)

Tour Highlights

Hawaiian National Parks

Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site, and Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park on Hawaii’s Big Island. Tour Haleakala National Park on Maui. And visit Kalaupapa National Historical Park on Molokai.p>

Natural Resources

Hawaii boasts many uncommon natural features. It is home to over 100 volcanoes (five active ones), lush rainforest valleys, the highest coastal cliffs in the world, and a wide variety of endemic—and often endangered—plants and birds.

Cultural & Historical Heritage

Native Polynesians migrated to Hawaii hundreds of years ago; today, sacred sites cover the terrain. Ancient temples and age-old fishponds share Hawaiian stories with you—among them a ceremonial site that dates back to 1790 and a sanctuary to Hawaiians seeking refuge.

Hawaiian Luau

At a local backyard luau, learn to cook using a traditional underground oven, sing Hawaiian songs, and dance hula. At the award-winning Old Lahaina Luau, experience a professional hula show and buffet feast.

Tour Details

Arrive/Depart

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii/Kahului, Maui, Hawaii

Length of Tour

9 days/8 nights

Pace

Easy to moderately active, offering a choice of activities each day to suit different activity levels and interests. Be prepared for a variety of hikes and walks on uneven trails.

Price Includes

All accommodations, meals as noted (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, and D-Dinner), inter-island airfare beginning on Oahu and ending on Maui, ground transportation, entrance fees per the itinerary, bus and meal gratuities, and professional guide services.

Price Does Not Include

Roundtrip airfare to and from destination, gratuities for naturalist guides or hotel housekeeping, fees for fuel-surcharges or extra baggage per the airlines, travel insurance, alcoholic beverages, or personal expenses.

Payments/Cancellations

Space is confirmed by calling the NPCA at 800.628.7275. A $500 per person deposit is due at registration. Final payment will be invoiced separately and is due 90 days prior to departure. Cancellation notice must be submitted in writing and is effective upon date of receipt. Cancellations up to 90 days prior receive a refund, less a $200 per person handling fee. Cancellations within 90 days of departure could result in the loss of 100% of your total cost.

Travel Insurance

To protect yourself from the loss of deposit and cancellation fees, you are encouraged to purchase travel insurance. If you need assistance, NPCA recommends contacting Travel Insurance Services.

Daily Itinerary

Note: Participants are encouraged to visit Pearl Harbor’s USS Arizona Memorial on your own, if flying home via the Honolulu Airport. The USS Arizona Memorial, the final national park in Hawaii, is only 15 minutes from the Honolulu Airport and is dedicated to the memory of the many Americans who lost their lives on “a date which will live in infamy.”

November 3: Arriva l in Honolulu, Oahu, to Hilo, Big Island of Hawaii

Gather in the early afternoon for a lei greeting with your guide at the Honolulu Airport on the island of Oahu. Then board an inter-island flight for Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii and proceed to your welcome reception. Kilauea Military Camp (D)

November 4: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with an expert volcanologist. Hear the latest news on the active volcano of Kilauea and view measuring devices that predict eruptions. Enjoy several short walks within the Kilauea Caldera. Explore the area with your guide or on your own. Kilauea Military Camp (B,L,D)

November 5: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Continue exploring the beauties of the Keauhou Bird Conseration Center with a morning bird walk and discussion of park conservation. Spend the afternoon investigating a Hawaii Volcanoes park visitor center or hike with your guide. This evening offers a nighttime lava adventure and picnic dinner as you enjoy the glow of the lava flow. Kilauea Military Camp (B,L,D)

November 6: Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park

Bid farewell to Hawaii Volcanoes, for you are on your way to Punalu`u Black Sand Beach to search for green sea turtles. Enjoy an afternoon walk through Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park to learn about Hawaiian places of worship and how ancient Hawaiians pardoned those who broke the laws. Your guide will offer some options for dinner on your own. Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort (B,L)

November 7: Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park & Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site

Tour the fishpond and heiau (sacred sites) of Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park and Pu’ukohola Heiau National Historic Site. End the day at a private backyard luau. Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort (B,L,D)

November 8: Kalaupapa National Historic Park, Molokai

Board your private charter to Molokai, and tour Kalaupapa National Historic Park. Kalaupapa is home to the former Hansen’s disease (leprosy) settlement. The historic park is also home to the highest coastal cliffs in the world. Take an afternoon flight to Maui and enjoy views of the West Maui Mountains en route to Ka’anapali. Royal Lahaina Resort (B,L)

November 9: Haleakala National Park, Maui

Head off to Haleakala’s park headquarters for a brief orientation; then proceed to the visitor center for an interpretive session about Hawaii’s indigenous plants and animals and Mt. Haleakala—the world’s largest dormant volcano. Among the special features of Haleakala is the famous silversword plant. In the afternoon you will explore Iao Valley State Park. This valley is a sacred site to the Hawaiian people and is the historic location of a fierce battle. Stop off for dinner in the old whaling town of Lahaina on your return to the hotel. Royal Lahaina Resort (B,L,D)

November 10: Ka'anapali, Maui

Leisurely explore the Kaanapali area including swimming and snorkeling, and a selection of optional tours. Your farewell dinner at the Royal Lahaina Luau means a traditional hula and feast. Royal Lahaina Resort (B,D)

November 11: Departures home from Kahului, Maui, Hawaii

Your tour concludes with breakfast on Maui. Individual departures home. (B)

Pricing Details

NPCA Member Price

$5,045 per person double occupancy;

$650 single supplement

Deposit

$500 per person

Map

Travel Partner

Pacific Islands Institute

Lodging Info

Kilauea Military Camp

Outrigger Keauhou Hotel

Royal Lahaina Resort

Booking Info

To contact NPCA's ParkScapes program for questions or reservations please call 800-628-7275 or email travel@npca.org. You may also book directly online.

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