Kalaupapa Overlook
Kalaupapa Overlook
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wesinsac
Sacramento, CA64 contributions
Mar 2020
We took a nice and short walk to the overlook to see the village below and it was a super clear day and great view of Kalaupapa village. The hiking trail down to the village has been closed due to a landslide and is inaccessible. We really wanted to hike down to the village, but it is off limits.
Written May 10, 2020
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Sean C
Haleiwa, HI1,782 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
Small concrete walking path, to a beautiful lookout space. Loved the historical info provided on the plaques. *When we first went in the morning, our view was obstructed by clouds. We returned later in the afternoon and we were able to see a breathtaking view of the peninsula and the colony. Highly recommend a visit!
Written August 6, 2024
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untravelledworlds
Chicago, IL37 contributions
Dec 2020
OMG, what a view, what a view, what a view. With the mule path closed, I guess this is the second best thing to being there. Very awe inspiring. Getting there is very simple. A very short walk down a path that is fairly level and easily traversed even for an out of shape guy like me. Trust me, you'll be rewarded by the view for your efforts, as you imagine what it must have been like for Fr. Damien and the other settlers to have tried to make a life on that remote spot.
Written February 16, 2021
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Janet_DFortSmithMT
Sheridan, WY79 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Absolutely stunning. We rented bikes from Molokai Bicycle and Phillip gave us ride to overlook and we rode down to the ocean. It was a blast and enough small hills to keep the speed under control. Highly recommend.
Written February 1, 2020
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Gary B
Vancouver, Canada482 contributions
Feb 2023
It is a pity that you can no longer ride a horse or mule down the cliff trail to the Kalaupapa leper colony. However, you can see the peninsula and the village and lighthouse, with the waves curling onto the beach. There is a tunnel like walk through a forest of ironwood from the parking lot down to the lookout, and some very interesting and helpful information signs provided so you can understand the history and tragedy of the location. Watch out for hats and scarfs and anything else which could be blown away; it is that windy.
Written March 14, 2023
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Gregory H
Reno, NV104 contributions
Apr 2022
Unfortunately the colony is closed at this time. Hopefully it will be re-opened but who knows when. This was our reason for coming to Molokai. When it does reopen we will just fly in for the day.
The overlook parking area is where you also park for the phallic rock. Be certain to do both.
The overlook parking area is where you also park for the phallic rock. Be certain to do both.
Written April 17, 2022
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JDSoui
Tampa, FL7,064 contributions
Jan 2023
The views of the ocean, town and mountainside were simply amazing. The waves and their sound even from this distance called out the power of the ocean. Overall a wonderful experience.
Written January 29, 2023
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busconi
Wenatchee, WA5,411 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
The view from the lookout is stunning. You see all the way down to the peninsula...you really appreciate the distance you hike down to the peninsula if you chose to go on the tour of the colony. This is probably the best spot to view the peninsula from above.
Written July 17, 2018
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CarmichaelVentura
California2,550 contributions
Oct 2014
My trip to Molokai was rendered less than perfect by a thick rain cloud that enveloped the island not long after I arrived. Thus there was no view at all. I did however see a nene and that was cool.
Written October 16, 2014
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Jimmarker
Quincy, WA59 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
Of all the tours Hawaii has to offer, this tour of Kalaupapa should be on the very top of any travelers priority list. The location is not at all easy to reach however there are several options to arrive at this location including a 3.2 mile mule ride or hike but we chose the small aircraft flight into this remote location. Makani Kai Air charters offer various packages all of which are a most wonderful experience. A permit and resident guide is a requirement but Damien Tours and Makani Kai Air can arrange all these details for you, including a packaged lunch. The tour takes about 4+ hours and nothing happens in a hurry at Kalaupapa, so patience is a requirement. No one under the age of 16 is permitted, so basically it is an adult tour only. The entire tour is a very moving experience and no trip to Hawaii should be without this tour!
Written January 4, 2014
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agradecere informacion sobre la excursion en mula, a kalaupapa, aceptan niños?
Written June 24, 2018
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