The green sea cliffs on the coast of Molokai

Aloha Molokaʻi

Welcome to Molokaʻi

Hawaiʻi’s fifth largest island, Molokaʻi is only 38 miles long and 10 miles across at its widest point and is home to the highest sea cliffs in the world and the longest continuous fringing reef. Molokaʻi remains true to its island roots, with a high percentage of its population being of Native Hawaiian ancestry who continue to preserve their rural lifestyle thanks to their love of the land. Discover Pāpōhaku Beach, one of Hawaiʻi’s largest white-sand beaches, Molokaʻi is truly an island of outdoor adventure where Hawaiʻi’s past comes alive! Check out the regions of Molokaʻi for yourself. 

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Regions of Molokaʻi

Coastline of Central Molokai

Central Molokai

Explore the 2,000-foot-high cliffs that rise above spectacular seascapes to visit one of the most remote settlements in the Hawaiian Islands.

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A couple on an empty beach in the west end of Molokai

West End

Swim or snorkel in the turquoise waters at Pāpōhaku Beach in Molokaʻi's West End, or explore unique shops in charming Maunaloa.

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A guided tour through a tropical forest on the east end of Molokai

East End

Take a guided hike through the Kamakou Preserve, a tropical paradise with breathtaking nature.

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An empty beach with palm trees on the Hawaiian island of Molokai
A guided horseback ride up the sea cliffs of Molokai
Kayaking at sunset off the coast of Molokai
Aerial shot of Molokai's Kalaupapa Coast

Beaches of Molokaʻi

While much of Molokaʻi is made up of steep cliffs and rocky outcrops, the beaches are well known for their natural beauty and seclusion.

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Land Activities

From guided hikes to authentic cultural experiences and unique historical sites, Molokaʻi is full of adventure.

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Water Activities

There are an abundance of water activities waiting to be enjoyed around the island of Molokaʻi.   

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Air Activities

Get a bird's-eye view of the island to experience the unforgettable natural beauty of Molokaʻi. 

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Eo Molokai Nui a Hina E

Hear a Hawaiian Chant

Composed by Kamaka Kūkona, Eō Molokaʻi is a mele (chant) that introduces the beauties of Molokaʻi. Each location has its historic value, which are the treasures that locals keep dear today. From the land in kāʻana, where hula is believed to have originated from to the more recent stories of Kalaupapa, Molokaʻi lives on through all of these connections to place through its people.

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Molokaʻi Travel Information

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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Getting Around

Transportation

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Weather

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Map of Molokai

Maps

Finding Your Way

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The Hawaiian Islands Weather

Kauaʻi

Poipu, Kauaʻi

Today moderate rain 79°F 26°C
15/01 Thu moderate rain 77°F25°C
16/01 Fri clear sky 73°F23°C
17/01 Sat few clouds 71°F22°C
18/01 Sun broken clouds 72°F22°C
19/01 Mon light rain 72°F22°C

Līhuʻe

Today light rain 76°F 24°C
15/01 Thu moderate rain 74°F24°C
16/01 Fri clear sky 72°F22°C
17/01 Sat few clouds 71°F21°C
18/01 Sun broken clouds 71°F22°C
19/01 Mon light rain 72°F22°C

Kapaʻa

Today light rain 74°F 23°C
15/01 Thu light rain 74°F23°C
16/01 Fri clear sky 70°F21°C
17/01 Sat scattered clouds 70°F21°C
18/01 Sun broken clouds 71°F21°C
19/01 Mon light rain 71°F22°C

Honolulu, Oʻahu

Today light rain 80°F 27°C
15/01 Thu light rain 80°F27°C
16/01 Fri clear sky 74°F23°C
17/01 Sat clear sky 72°F22°C
18/01 Sun broken clouds 73°F23°C
19/01 Mon light rain 74°F23°C

West Side

Today light rain 75°F 24°C
15/01 Thu light rain 75°F24°C
16/01 Fri clear sky 72°F22°C
17/01 Sat clear sky 71°F22°C
18/01 Sun broken clouds 70°F21°C
19/01 Mon light rain 72°F22°C

North Shore (Turtle Bay)

Today light rain 75°F 24°C
15/01 Thu light rain 77°F25°C
16/01 Fri clear sky 72°F22°C
17/01 Sat clear sky 71°F22°C
18/01 Sun light rain 71°F22°C
19/01 Mon light rain 73°F23°C

Hoʻolehua, Molokaʻi

Today light rain 69°F 20°C
15/01 Thu light rain 72°F22°C
16/01 Fri scattered clouds 71°F22°C
17/01 Sat few clouds 69°F21°C
18/01 Sun scattered clouds 71°F21°C
19/01 Mon broken clouds 72°F22°C

Molokaʻi Airport

Today light rain 77°F 25°C
15/01 Thu light rain 77°F25°C
16/01 Fri scattered clouds 71°F22°C
17/01 Sat few clouds 69°F21°C
18/01 Sun scattered clouds 71°F21°C
19/01 Mon broken clouds 72°F22°C

Kaunakakai City

Today light rain 70°F 21°C
15/01 Thu light rain 74°F23°C
16/01 Fri scattered clouds 73°F23°C
17/01 Sat few clouds 70°F21°C
18/01 Sun few clouds 72°F22°C
19/01 Mon broken clouds 74°F23°C

Lānaʻi City, Lānaʻi

Today light rain 73°F 23°C
15/01 Thu light rain 73°F23°C
16/01 Fri scattered clouds 69°F21°C
17/01 Sat clear sky 67°F19°C
18/01 Sun clear sky 68°F20°C
19/01 Mon broken clouds 69°F20°C

Manele Bay Beach

Today overcast clouds 84°F 29°C
15/01 Thu overcast clouds 84°F29°C
16/01 Fri light rain 72°F22°C
17/01 Sat few clouds 73°F23°C
18/01 Sun few clouds 73°F23°C
19/01 Mon scattered clouds 75°F24°C

Lānaʻi Airport

Today light rain 73°F 23°C
15/01 Thu light rain 73°F23°C
16/01 Fri scattered clouds 69°F21°C
17/01 Sat clear sky 67°F19°C
18/01 Sun clear sky 68°F20°C
19/01 Mon broken clouds 69°F20°C

Kahului Airport, Maui

Today light rain 81°F 27°C
15/01 Thu light rain 81°F27°C
16/01 Fri overcast clouds 73°F23°C
17/01 Sat scattered clouds 72°F22°C
18/01 Sun scattered clouds 73°F23°C
19/01 Mon broken clouds 74°F23°C

Whalers Village in Kaʻanapali

Today light rain 81°F 27°C
15/01 Thu light rain 81°F27°C
16/01 Fri broken clouds 73°F23°C
17/01 Sat scattered clouds 71°F22°C
18/01 Sun few clouds 72°F22°C
19/01 Mon broken clouds 75°F24°C

The Shops at Wailea in Wailea

Today light rain 81°F 27°C
15/01 Thu light rain 81°F27°C
16/01 Fri light rain 74°F23°C
17/01 Sat clear sky 73°F23°C
18/01 Sun few clouds 73°F23°C
19/01 Mon scattered clouds 74°F23°C

Hilo, Hawaiʻi

Today few clouds 81°F 27°C
15/01 Thu few clouds 81°F27°C
16/01 Fri light rain 75°F24°C
17/01 Sat scattered clouds 70°F21°C
18/01 Sun light rain 71°F22°C
19/01 Mon light rain 72°F22°C

Kailua/Kona

Today scattered clouds 82°F 27°C
15/01 Thu scattered clouds 82°F27°C
16/01 Fri light rain 74°F23°C
17/01 Sat clear sky 75°F24°C
18/01 Sun light rain 75°F24°C
19/01 Mon scattered clouds 74°F23°C

Puakō

Today overcast clouds 84°F 29°C
15/01 Thu overcast clouds 84°F29°C
16/01 Fri light rain 73°F23°C
17/01 Sat few clouds 74°F23°C
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19/01 Mon scattered clouds 75°F24°C