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Central Lānaʻi

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Central Lānaʻi

Wide open plains dotted with Cook pine trees give Central Lānaʻi a more rustic feel than the other Hawaiian Islands. The higher elevations of Central Lānaʻi also make for cooler, upcountry temperatures. If you’re traveling to Central Lānaʻi from Mānele Small Boat Harbor you’ll pass through the Pālāwai Basin, an area once covered with pineapple fields. Be on the lookout for two non native wildlife: wild turkey and Axis deer. 

The current geographic and cultural epicenter of the island is in Lānaʻi City. Centered around Dole Park, you’ll discover unique mom and pop shops, local dining, newly renovated historic movie theater and unique art galleries in Lānaʻi City. While not a tourist town, Lānaʻi City welcomes visitors with aloha. Nestled in town is the Lānaʻi Art Center where visitors are welcome to drop in for a class or workshop. And just a 7 minute drive down the road is the popular Lānaʻi Cat Sanctuary, which welcomes visitors 7 days a week from 10am-3pm. You’ll also find the historic Hotel Lānaʻi, which has welcomed guests since 1923. Download the free Lānaʻi Guide App for a self-guided walking tour of this charming town and so much more.

Regions of Lānaʻi

Central Lānaʻi
Sunset behind ohia lehua trees in Central Lanai
Hike among native ʻōhiʻa lehua trees or go on a horseback riding adventure amongst lush valleys and ironwood forests, plus see heritage sites and more on guided UTV tours.
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North Lānaʻi
Hiking at Keahiakawelo, the Garden of the Gods, in North Lanai
Stunning beaches and rugged nature preserves offer the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure on the north side of the island.
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South Lānaʻi
Looking out at Puu Pehe in South Lanai
You won’t want to miss visiting the spectacular Hulopoʻe Bay for snorkeling and sunbathing, or a picnic overlooking Puʻu Pehe.
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Lanai City
Historic Dole Park, formerly a village of houses for Dole Plantation employees, is now home to eclectic art galleries, boutiques and cafes.
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Munro Trail
Download the free Lānaʻi Guide app for community-supported hikes, self-guided driving, walking tours and history. All of which will foster a deeper cultlural understanding of and respect for this unforgettable island.
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Kaiolohia
Four-wheel drive about a half-hour north from Lānaʻi City and you’ll discover Kaiolohia.
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Kanepuu Preserve
The Nature Conservancy protects this forest, which contains the largest remnants of olopua/lama dry land forest in Hawaiʻi.
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Keahiakawelo
Keahiakawelo is an otherworldly rock garden at the end of rocky Polihua Road.
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Polihua Beach
For visitors looking for an off-the-beaten-path getaway, Lānaʻi offers the secluded sands of Polihua Beach.
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Hulopoe Bay
Hulopoʻe Bay greets you with a stunning expanse of pearl-white sand and crystal blue waters.
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Kaumalapau Harbor
This is one of the best and most accessible spots on the island to get an unobstructed view of the sunset.
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Puu Pehe
The iconic Puʻupehe rises majestically 80 feet out of the water and in addition to being a picturesque natural landmark, it is also home to the native ground nesting wedgetailed shearwater birds, uaʻu kani, which can be spotted along this stunning coastal trail. Download the Lānaʻi Guide App to learn more about this culturally significant place.
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Kaunolu Village
The largest surviving ruins of a prehistoric Hawaiian village, this was also a favorite fishing spot of King Kamehameha I, and where he retreated to after conquering Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi.
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Central Lānaʻi Highlights:

Lanai City

Lānaʻi City

Historic Dole Park, formerly a village of houses for Dole Plantation employees, is now home to eclectic art galleries, boutiques and cafes.

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Munro Trail

Lānaʻi Guide App

Download the free Lānaʻi Guide app for community-supported hikes, self-guided driving, walking tours and history. All of which will foster a deeper cultlural understanding of and respect for this unforgettable island.

More