Courtesy of 4 Seasons Lānaʻi. Photograph by Barbara Kraft.
There are numerous causes to journey to Lānaʻi: world-class golf and scuba diving, epic looking and fishing alternatives, and pristine seashores with crystal-clear water, to call a couple of.
In 2012, Oracle Corp. co-founder Larry Ellison — the second richest person in the world — bought 98 p.c of the island of Lānaʻi for $300 million. Ellison follows a greater than century-long line of rich males who’ve owned the island. In 1922, James Dole constructed the world’s largest pineapple plantation—20,000 acres—on Lānaʻi.
Whereas remnants of that period stay within the type of huge fallow lands, the island at present stays each lovely and distinct from the opposite Hawaiian islands. Luxurious tourism now prevails, and whereas solely a small portion of vacationers can afford to remain at its high-end resorts, Lānaʻi affords a extra personal expertise with considerably fewer crowds. For these searching for seclusion and serenity, it’s a visit value each penny.
4-Day Lānaʻi Journey Itinerary
Day 1: Verify in and chill out.
You’ll seemingly take a constitution flight to Lānaʻi from Honolulu by way of Lānaʻi Air. The journey takes about 20 minutes, and upon arrival, a driver from the 4 Seasons will likely be ready to take you to the resort.
4 Seasons Resort Lānaʻi
Courtesy of 4 Seasons Lānaʻi. Photograph by Barbara Kraft.
Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi affords the final word in luxurious. With solely three lodge choices on Lānaʻi to select from, that is your solely beachfront property. Take pleasure in palatial, quiet suites; customized service to satisfy your each want and loads of alternatives to get out and discover the island.
From $1,200/night time
Nobu Lānaʻi
Nobu Lānaʻi. Courtesy of 4 Seasons Lānaʻi. Photograph by Barbara Kraft.
Positioned contained in the 4 Seasons Resort, Nobu Lānaʻi affords all the things you’d count on from acclaimed chef Nobu Matsuhisa, together with smooth design, an intimate sushi counter and polished service. Take pleasure in signature dishes such because the New Fashion Sashimi Salmon, in addition to menu gadgets impressed by Hawaiʻi utilizing native elements, such because the Large Island hearts of palm salad with creamy smoked jalapeño dressing and pink peppercorns.
$100-$250 per particular person
Day 2: Meet the island of Lānaʻi
Time to hit the highway and uncover what makes the island of Lānaʻi distinctive.
Holoholo Tour
Hop into one of many 4 Seasons 4×Four off-road Jeeps with one among their skilled guides for a 4-hour tour of the island. Give them an inventory of locations you’d wish to see, or allow them to curate the final word sightseeing tour for you. Your native information will improve every cease with Hawaiian moʻolelo (tales and folklore) to provide you a way of place and train you about Hawaiian tradition.
From $400
Pool or Seashore Time
Chill out by the adults-only pool overlooking the ocean, or take a brief stroll all the way down to Hulopoʻe Bay, simply steps from the resort. Positioned on Lānaʻi’s southern coast, Hulopoʻe is good for snorkeling and swimming within the spring and summer time, when the water is calm and clear. Guests are reminded to keep away from leaving trash behind and to by no means take stones or shells as souvenirs, with the intention to assist protect the pure fantastic thing about the seaside and out of respect for the island.
The Break or Osteria Mozza (opening winter 2025)
The Break is the 4 Season’s all-day, cafe and open-air bar with espresso, pastries, ice cream, grab-and-go gadgets and full menu overlooking the ocean.
$30-$100 per particular person
Kilo Hōku (observe the celebs)
Lānaʻi Observatory. Courtesy of 4 Seasons Lānaʻi. Photograph by Robb Gordon.
Lānaʻi cultural advisors share the historical past of historic Polynesian wayfinding and conventional navigation strategies Native Hawaiians make the most of at present to retrace previous voyages and reclaim ancestral information. After gazing up on the stars exterior, you’ll have the chance to see into area by way of a 1000mm (44”) telescope inside the Four Seasons’ observatory. This expertise pairs conventional Hawaiian information with trendy know-how. Excursions start after the solar goes down. Normally round eight p.m.
$50 per particular person
Day 3: A day in Lānaʻi Metropolis.
After some mild morning train, take a 4 Seasons shuttle into city to have interaction with native tradition and help small mother and pop retailers.
Guided Pu’upehe Morning Hike
Courtesy of 4 Seasons Lānaʻi. Photograph by Robb Gordon.
Observe a neighborhood information on a morning hike to Pu’upehe, often known as “Sweetheart Rock.” Simply earlier than dawn, you’ll stroll alongside Hulopoe Bay, stopping on the tide swimming pools alongside the way in which, and reaching the highest simply in time to welcome the solar. The 80-foot tall Pu’upehe is one among Lānaʻi’s most recognizable landmarks. On this hike, you’ll study why Lānaʻi is called “the day of conquest.”
$40 per particular person
Saturday Farmers Market
In case you are right here on a Saturday, hit the farmers market at Dole Park within the middle of city. According to Frommer’s, Lānaʻi residents promote homegrown vegatables and fruits, freshly baked pastries, plate lunches, recent pressed juices and crafts.
eight a.m. to midday
Blue Ginger
Blue Ginger is the place locals come for big parts of Hawaiʻi local-style dishes, equivalent to teriyaki rooster, roast pork and saimin.
Open 7 days every week, even on holidays.
$5-$20 per particular person
Lānaʻi Cultural & Heritage Middle
Based in 2007, the Lānaʻi Cultural & Heritage Middle is a community-based non-profit led by native kūpuna (elders) and islanders. Its museum connects locals and guests with the traditions, historical past and tradition of Lāna‘i.
Open Monday by way of Friday from 11 a.m. to three p.m.
Free
Day 4: Hit the inexperienced.
After espresso and breakfast, get pleasure from one final day doing one of many actions Lānaʻi is finest recognized for…
Golf
Courtesy of 4 Seasons Lānaʻi. Photograph by Robb Gordon.
Play a spherical, or take a lesson, at Manele Golf course. The Jack Nicklaus signature course is positioned on the 4 Seasons Resort Lānaʻi and affords breathtaking coastal views.
From $100 per particular person
Lānaʻi Metropolis Bar & Grill
Don’t depart depart Lānaʻi with out having dinner at Lānaʻi City Bar & Grill – one other favourite spot amongst locals with nightly stay music and eclectic menu that includes native seafood, Lānaʻi axis deer and Sensei Farm produce.
$25-$75 per particular person
