Sunsoaked and scenic Waipio, HI, is one of the island’s most beautiful destinations, so it makes sense that you’ll want to spend as much time outside as possible. These amazing outdoor activities showcase the best of Hawaii’s history, culture, and gorgeous abundance of plants and flowers. The 2023 Genesis GGV70 2.5T AWD Advanced, a smart family vehicle with hill descent control, can get you to all of them.
3 Outdoor Activities You Can Drive to Near Waipio, HI
1. Hawaii Plantation Village
Hawaii Plantation Village, at 94-695 Waipahu St., Waipahu, is a little less than four miles away from Waipio and definitely one the top places you should visit if you want to get an understanding of Hawaiian culture. You’ll find preserved plantations, lush, beautiful gardens, and regular guided tours in several different languages. You and your family will walk away with a brand new appreciation of Hawaiian history.
It’s a good idea to plan to spend several hours touring the different plantation buildings to get the best feel for the place. You’ll be able to tour several houses and see century-old historical relics like the Chinese Cookhouse and Wakamiya Inari Shrine.
2. Dole Plantation
The famous Dole Plantation is just about nine and a half miles away from Waipio at 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Wahiawa. This historic plantation is an excellent way for you and your family to learn all about this cherished Hawaiian fruit, plus spend a fun day navigating the World’s Largest Maze and strolling through the Dole Plantation gardens.
There’s also a train ride that takes you throughout the plantation, and you can enjoy a variety of different pineapple treats, including creamy Dole Whip ice cream. If you’re interested in the history and agriculture of Hawaii, make sure that you check out this iconic plantation.
3. Wahiawa Botanical Garden
Visit Wahiawa Botanical Garden at 1396 California Ave for a full day of unplugging and wandering through 27 acres of gorgeous flowers and plants. At just eight miles away from Waipio, these gardens are a true must-see if you love nature and want to take a leisurely walk with your family. The flora is superb, the pathways are tidily maintained, and there are ample benches for taking breaks during your walk.
These top outdoor attractions are very close to Waipio and represent some of the best history and natural splendor you can find in that part of the island. Plus, they’re all family-friendly and excellent ways to pass a weekend afternoon. Driving around Waipio and the rest of the island is a joy when you have a great, reliable set of wheels. Come see us at Genesis of Waipio and test drive one of our models today.
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