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44 Best and Fun Things To Do In Moloka‘I, Hawaii


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This tiny Hawaiian island resides in the Pacific Ocean. Moloka’i is well-known for its stunning beaches adorned with white sand and palm trees.

It’s also home to some of the best snorkeling in the area, with plenty of coral and sea life to see. There are plenty of things to do on Moloka‘i, including taking a boat tour of the island, or visiting the nearby islands of Hawaii.

Moloka’i is also a great spot for hiking, with the stunning Halawa Valley offering many trails. The island is an ideal vacation destination for tourists, with many resorts and hotels available to stay in.

Here’s our list of more amazing things to do in Moloka’i, Hawaii

The 44 Most Popular Things To Do In Moloka‘I, Hawaii

44. Pepeopae

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

43. Po‘olau Beach

4.0 ★★★★☆ (1 review)

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42. Pāpalaua Falls

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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41. Kahiwa Falls

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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40. Wailele Falls

4.0 ★★★★☆ (2 reviews)

39. Pālā’au State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

Location: Kalae Hwy Kualapuu HI

Tel:  808 567 6923

38. West Molokai Volcano

3.3 ★★★☆☆ (3 reviews)

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37. Kakahai’a Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

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Location: 3330 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai HI

Tel:  808 553 3204

Web Address:   http://mauicounty.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Kakahaia-Park-197

36. Mokuhoʻoniki

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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35. Kilohana Recreation Center & Park Complex

4.3 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

Location: 344 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai HI

Tel:  808 553 3204

Web Address:   http://mauicounty.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Kilohana-Community-Center-188

34. Pohaku Mauliuli Beach

5.0 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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33. Kaupoa Beach

2.8 ★★★☆☆ (4 reviews)

32. Mo‘omomi Beach

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

31. Wailau Valley

4.3 ★★★★☆ (4 reviews)

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Location: Kaunakakai HI

30. Kamakou

3.8 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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29. Post-A-Nut

4.8 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

Location: 2 Puupeelua Ave Ho’olehua HI

28. East Molokai Volcano

3.7 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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Credit: Marco Caballo, Google Maps

27. Hale o Lono Beach

4.2 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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Credit: Tim Gage, Google Maps

26. Saint Philomena Catholic Church

5.0 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

Location: Kalaupapa HI

Tel:  808 429 0151

Web Address:   http://damienchurchmolokai.org/wp/saint-philomenia-church/

25. Moa’ula Falls

4.8 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Location: Moloka’i Kaunakakai HI

24. Molokai Day Tours

4.8 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Location: 1000 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai HI

Tel:  808 895 1673

Web Address:   http://molokaidaytours.com/

23. Pāpōhaku Beach

5.0 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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22. Go Hawaii Outfitters

5.0 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Location: 41 Kamahele Pl Kaunakakai HI

Tel:  808 646 0857

Web Address:   https://huntingoutfittershawaii.com/

21. Kakahaia National Wildlife Refuge

4.8 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: Kakahai’a Beach Park 3330 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai HI

20. Purdy’s Natural Macadamia Nut Farm

5.0 ★★★★★ (12 reviews)

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Location: 2240 Lihi Pali Ave Ho’olehua HI

Tel:  808 658 0445

Web Address:   http://molokai-aloha.com/macnuts/

19. Ka Ule o Nanahoa

4.3 ★★★★☆ (13 reviews)

Location: Pala`au Streetate Park Highway 47 Molokai Ho’olehua HI

Tel:  808 567 6083

Web Address:   https://hawaiistateparks.org/parks/molokai/pala%CA%BBau-state-park/

18. Ironwood Hills Golf Club

4.3 ★★★★☆ (15 reviews)

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Location: Kalae Hwy Kualapuu HI

Tel:  808 567 6000

17. Moloka‘i Plumerias

3.9 ★★★★☆ (16 reviews)

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Location: 1342 Mauna Loa Hwy Kaunakakai HI

Tel:  808 553 3391

Web Address:   http://molokaiplumerias.com/

16. Duke Maliu Regional Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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Location: 253 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai HI

Tel:  808 553 3204

Web Address:   http://mauicounty.gov/facilities.aspx

15. Make Horse

4.7 ★★★★★ (19 reviews)

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Location: 100 Lio Pl Maunaloa HI

14. Molokaʻi Forest Reserve

4.8 ★★★★★ (28 reviews)

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Location: Kaunakakai HI

Tel:  808 984 8100

Web Address:   http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dofaw/contact/

13. Waikolu Valley Lookout

4.5 ★★★★★ (28 reviews)

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Location: Unnamed Rd. Kaunakakai HI

12. Molokai Museum & Cultural Center

4.6 ★★★★★ (28 reviews)

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Location: 1795 Kalae Hwy Ho’olehua HI

Tel:  808 567 6436

11. One Aliʻi Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (56 reviews)

Location: Kaunakakai HI

Tel:  808 553 3204

Web Address:   http://co.maui.hi.us/Facilities.aspx

10. Kapukahehu Beach (Dixie Maru)

4.4 ★★★★☆ (75 reviews)

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Location: Pohakuloa Road Maunaloa HI

9. Kalaupapa Lookout

4.9 ★★★★★ (155 reviews)

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Location: Pala’au Streetate Park Highway 47 Ho’olehua HI

Tel:  808 587 0286

Web Address:   http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/

Our Top picks

8. Oloʻupena Falls

4.2 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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7. Kawakiu Beach

5.0 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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6. Pu’uka’oku Falls

4.1 ★★★★☆ (7 reviews)

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Location: Kaunakakai HI

5. Hālawa Valley

5.0 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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4. Pālāʻau State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (41 reviews)

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Location: Kualapuu HI

Tel:  808 984 8109

Web Address:   http://hawaiistateparks.org/parks/molokai/Index.cfm

3. Kepuhi Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (88 reviews)

Location: 1171 Kalua Koi Road Maunaloa HI

2. Kalaupapa National Historical Park

4.9 ★★★★★ (113 reviews)

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Location: 189 Kaiulani Street Kalaupapa HI

Tel:  808 567 6802

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/kala/planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm

1. Pāpōhaku Beach Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (163 reviews)

Location: West End Mile 14 9 Kaluakoi Road Maunaloa HI

Tel:  808 553 3204

Web Address:   http://co.maui.hi.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/193

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Moloka‘I, Hawaii! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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