Best of Lanai: Three-Day Itinerary

Guided Hike to Pu'upehe

• Ease into your morning with a hike to Pu'upehe, one of Lanai’s most iconic landmarks. Also known as Sweetheart Rock, the dramatic site is steeped in Hawaiian legend and natural beauty. As you walk along the rugged coastal trail, take in panoramic views of the Pacific, listen to the crashing of waves below and learn about the rich cultural significance of this sacred site from your knowledgeable Love Lanai guide.

Tee off on a bucket list Golf Course

• Experience championship-level golf on one of Hawaii’s most spectacular courses, Manele Golf Course. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, this oceanfront course offers breathtaking cliffside holes, panoramic Pacific views, and an unforgettable blend of challenging play and natural beauty. Whether you’re navigating rolling fairways or taking in the dramatic lava rock formations, every swing comes with a Pacific Ocean backdrop.

Tepanyaki Experience at Nobu Lanai

• Indulge in an intimate 15-course Teppanyaki experience, where Japanese cuisine meets the finest local ingredients. Each course is expertly crafted by the teppan chef, creating a chef’s selection menu that evolves nightly based on ingredient availability. From seafood and Wagyu to delicately balanced flavours infused with Nobu’s signature style, this multisensory dining experience unfolds in front of you, ensuring an unforgettable evening.

Snorkel Sail to start the day

• Embark on a snorkel sail and discover why the warm waters around Lanai make for some of the best exploration. With clear waters, thriving coral reefs and an abundance of tropical marine life, you’ll see first hand why this island is home to some of the most spectacular underwater exploration in Hawaii.

Relax at the Hawanawana Spa and get a signature treatment

• Restore harmony and awaken your senses at our Spa with signature treatments inspired by Lanai’s natural beauty. Take part in the signature treatment, the Island Vitality Ritual, an experience that blends the healing power of Sibin Bian stone, organic essences and adaptogenic plant ingredients. Begin with a grounding foot cleansing and balancing ritual before indulging in a therapeutic full body massage, featuring gua sha techniques. A light, comforting wrap and a soothing scalp acupressure massage complete this deeply restorative journey.

Love Lanai cultural classes

• Immerse yourself in the traditions of Lanai through hands-on workshops and demonstrations led by cultural practitioners as part of our Love Lanai program. Learn the art of hula, strum a tune on the ‘ukulele, weave lauhala, craft a fragrant lei, explore herbal healing and practise oli (Hawaiian chanting). Every experience offers a deeper connection to the island’s rich heritage and timeless traditions.

Lanai Adventure Park (or Lanai Targets Range!)

• For thrill-seekers and outdoor enthusiasts, Lanai Adventure Park offers an adrenaline-filled experience in a lush forest setting. Take on high ropes courses or choose to zipline through the Cooke Pines. 
• For a more grounded, skill-based activity, visit Lanai Targets Range, where you can test your aim with archery or clay shooting in a fun, controlled environment.

Spend the afternoon at Hulopo'e Beach

• Wander down the path from our pool area to find a curve of white-sand beach: Hulopo'e Beach. The protected marine preserve is a beautiful place to relax, swim and perhaps see spinner dolphins. Let our beach attendants set up your personal lounge chair and umbrellas. If you’re up for a bit of exploration, wander down the beach to explore the tidepools filled with all types of sea life. 

Stargazing at the Observatory

• As the sun sets and the sky gets darker, prepare for an incredible celestial experience at the Lanai Observatory, where discovery and exploration have no limit. With minimal light pollution on the island, peer through the telescope and see how the night sky offers up an incredible view of constellations, planets and even the Milky Way on clear evenings. Our knowledgeable Love Lanai team will walk you through Hawaiian star navigation techniques, sharing how ancient Polynesians used the stars to guide them across the Pacific. Through high-powered telescopes, you’ll be able to spot Saturn’s rings, distant galaxies and shooting stars.