Kauai is known for its world-renowned beaches, rugged sea cliffs, and breathtaking waterfalls. As the second wettest spot on earth, it’s no surprise why this lush Hawaiian island has been ...

Looming over Waikiki Beach on Oahu, Diamond Head is Hawaii’s most famous landmark. Hawaiians called it “Lēʻahi” because it ...

From humpback whales and spinner dolphins to peaceful sea turtles, Hawaii's beautiful seas teem with wildlife. Observing these creatures alongside Kauai's dramatic cliffs is best done from the ...

From its enchanting rainforest to pristine beaches and incredible dining, there are many must-do activities on the island of ...

This story appears in the October 2019 issue of National Geographic magazine. On the edge of a rusty-red cliff at Waimea Canyon, on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, grows a seemingly unremarkable ...

and along Kauai's north shore, which features the stunning sea cliffs of the Napali Coast. Depending on the weather, you may also be able to view Mount Waialeale, a dormant volcano known as one of ...