If you like
hiking or just loving coming in contact with nature, then these 5 awesome
things about hiking in Hawaii will sweep you off your feet. Hawaii is an
exceptional place to live and one that just helps people to relax and
appreciate the value of nature. Just be careful because one hike and you may
find yourself obsessed with Hawaii for the rest of your life.
1. The Volcanic Craters
Hawaii is
home to the most spectacular volcanic mountains. You will enjoy the stories and
mysteries locals tell about each one of them. Some of the popular volcanoes
aNBd trails are the extinct Diamond Head or as it is known by the locals Leahi,
and the Kilauea Iki Trail. There are also a variety of backpacking and hiking
options such as House of Rising Sun, Haleakala.
2. An incredible endemic Animal and
Plant Life
There is no
place in the world where you can get the magnificent scenery of mountains,
covered with beautiful flowers where you will hear an Apapane or Elepaio
chirping. The climate is changing, and new species are being introduced, it is
therefore only a matter of time before all these species get lost. If you visit
Haleakala, you may see Silverswords locally known as Ahinahina in full bloom.
That is why you need to go and capture some moment for yourself. Looking at all
the beauty, you will appreciate how much the rest of the world has lost.
3. Magnificent Waterfalls
There is no
greater site in nature that the view of a waterfall surrounded by lush green
vegetation dotted with flowers. It just looks like a paradise of sorts. If you
take the winding Hana Highway, you will come to the spectacular Waimoku Falls.
If you go to Oahu, you can make a stop at Waimano waterfalls and enjoy the
multi-tiered waterfalls before you. If you talk nicely to the local, they will
also show you secret waterfalls that are slightly off the main rail.
4. No winter
There is no
winter in Hawaii which means that you can get out and enjoy the sceneries
almost any day of the year without freezing. The only months that you might need
to stay a little bit indoors or just brave it out are the rainy months that
start from November and end in March. The good news is that it is at this time
that the spectacular waterfalls also reach their peak flow. Winter months are
also the best to hike to the ridges. You will get a nice breeze, and you will
not feel the sun as being too much.
5. No Deadly animals
Yes, that is
right. In other places, getting into the jungle is always not such a nice idea
because who knows, you might come home with a snake bite. Not in Hawaii, there
are no snakes in this island. There are no bear or cougars either. Only wild
boars, which some might consider not a danger. If you spot one, just clap
really loud, yell at it, and keep moving. It is said that there are strong
Hawaiian spirits in some islands, you may experience that "Mana" of
ancient Hawaiian culture.
Everywhere
you are in Hawaii rocks, whether you choose the lush valleys, the scenic
ridges, the waterfalls, the volcanic mountains, or the wonderful beaches, you
will love what you see. If you want a place to unwind and reconnect with
nature, then Hawaii is the place to visit. You do not have to pay for anything
else, just being there starts the fun.
