Activities

Learn to sew a lei with needle and thread.

Join us and learn the history of a dance that is the heartbeat of Hawai‘i.

Learn the art of ti leaf lei making, the iconic Hawaiian symbol of aloha.

Learn about our native plants and our Kiawe honey produced onsite and Hawaiian wisdom in caring for the ‘aina land that cares for us.

Mauna Lani Resort and Fairmont Orchid sit on ancient and spiritual land named Kalāhuipua‘a. Take a walk with our Hui Holokai to explore this storied place.

Learn a traditional style of lei making and make yourself a beautiful lei to wear and enjoy, or present to a loved one.

An immersive experience in the property’s Chef’s Garden awaits. Join Fairmont Orchid’s Director of Hawaiian Culture, Ka’iulani Blankenfeld, on a special tour of the garden, and hear the stories of the plants and people that make Hawai’i Island so special. 

Discover the art, history, and techniques of ‘ohe kāpala, the Hawaiian tradition of bamboo stamp printing. 

Learn about the legends and lore of Hawai‘i Island while enjoying the scenic landscape of Pauoa Bay.

Learn Hawaiian language basics to be able to pronounce the many Hawaiian places, street names and much more.

Join us to honor our kūpuna (ancestors) past and present in a moving ceremony.

Join our Hui Holokai beach ambassadors and witness the arrival of the sun over majestic Maunakea and Hawai’i Island. Greet another day in paradise with the blowing of the conch.

Discover the captivating Kohala coastline while paddling with our Hui Holokai beach ambassadors and snorkeling through Pauoa Bay.

Paddle boarding originated in Hawai‘i and is now considered the fastest growing water sport on the planet. Learn from the Hui Holokai beach ambassadors and explore stand up paddle boarding!

Explore Makaiwa Bay as our Hui Holokai Beach Ambassadors take you on a guided tour through this beautiful sandy cove.

Embark on an adventure with our Hui Holokai Beach Ambassadors as you paddle a traditional Hawaiian canoe and learn the history of this Hawaiian method of transportation.

Our Hui Holokai beach ambassadors will teach you ancient Hawaiian shoreline fishing techniques and you’ll learn the importance of fishing in daily life.

Join our Hui Holokai beach ambassadors in a double hulled canoe to learn ancient Hawaiian fishing techniques and the importance of fishing in daily life.

Surf with a Hui Holokai beach ambassador at a local surf spot. This is for a guest who has had a surf lesson before or has not surfed in a long time and needs a refresher course.

Learn about our protected Honu—Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles.