Spiritual Journey
Hawaiian Heiau
Inclusions
- 4 nights/ 5 days
- Accommodations – Oceanfront Hotels
- Ground Transportation & Meals
- Entrance to Activities, Cultural Programs, Guided Tours, Recreational Activities & presentations
- Class Instruction
- Field Guides
Description
Hawaii is a very special place. It is defined and not divided by its diversity.” With our multicultural population, rich traditions and compelling history, this educational and cultural program will offer you an exceptional experience that brings you close to the community, the University and Hawaii’s true ALOHA!
Breathtaking vistas of Hawaii’s newest and youngest island (the Big Island); cultural exchanges with local community members, explorations of Hawaii’s dramatic volcano and crafts and music with Hawaii’s elders – this program is filled with tradition and the meaning of “Aloha.”
Day 1
- Arrival & Program Orientation
- Welcome Dinner
Day 2
- Hilo’s famous FARMER’S MARKET
- Hawaiian crafts/music/stories with Hawaiian Elders (KUPUNA)
- Subaru Base Facility/ Private Tour
- Star Gazing at the 9,000ft elevation Mauna Kea
Day 3
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (all day field excursion)
- Jagger Museum, Devastation Trail, Crater Rim Road, Lava Tube
- Hawaiian Musical Evening
Day 4
- Hawaiian Exercise for wellness
- ESL Class (conversational English)
- Hilo Town exploration: Tsunami Museum ~ Hawaiian Cooking Lesson ~ Hawaiian Massage
- Shopping ~ Closing Program
Day 5
- Check-out
