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Hawaii
The island group of Hawaii is located over 2,000 miles off the coast of mainland USA and is worlds apart from its patron country in terms of scenery and culture.
All six of the inhabited islands that allow visitors on to their shores are bordered by stunning white sand beaches, covered in lush rainforest and home to a menagerie of exotic species. Despite the aesthetic similarities, however, all six islands manage to be quite unique and each is a desirable destination in its own right. The rich Polynesian culture that flourishes on these islands ensures that Hawaii ranks as one of the most fascinating places to visit in the world.
The Island of Kaua’i
Kauai is the fourth largest, northernmost and oldest island in the Hawaiian archipelago and has been labelled the ‘Garden Isle’ due to its more than adequate share of lush native forest. Testament to its spectacular views and beauty is the fact that it has been used as a setting in numerous Hollywood movies, including South Pacific, Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark and Jurassic Park.
Kauai is also home to one of the wettest spots on the planet, which receives 460 inches of rain a year! Over millions of years this rain has created numerous deep valleys and waterfalls.
Climate
The Islands of Hawaii have a very much tropical climate, although temperatures never reach the extremes of other tropical areas due to the trade winds constantly blowing from the east. Whereas local climates do vary considerably from island to island depending on topography, in generally the summer high temperature is about 31C whereas the winter high temperature is 28C!
Weekend Travel
Volunteers work for 4 days per week and have 3 days off. The project location is fairly remote but staff can help you arrange transport, which may involve helping you to arrange a hire car with other volunteers.
In a hired car you can explore ‘Hawaii’s Island of Discovery’, renowned for its breathtaking beauty and viewed by some as the most outstanding of the Hawaiian Islands. Go to the beautiful sandy coastline to sunbathe, swim and surf, and visit the many stunning natural attractions including Mount Waialeale, the Wailua River, and the nearby temple of Holoholoku Heiau. Hanakapiai Beach is two miles inland and there is a stupendous waterfall 3.2km (2 miles) up in the Hanakapiai Valley.
Getting There
You will need to arrange your flights to Lihue International Airport.
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