What you need to know about camping on the islands

• For the most up-close and personal encounter at Hawaii’s natural wonders, you should skip a hotel and go camping.
• Visitors should keep in mind Hawaii has two seasons: summer is the sunny season and winter is the rainy season.
• You can only book one campsite or cabin at a time, it will cost $30 per night for non-residents.

Hawaii offers many things for visitors, from raw natural beauty to iconic historical and cultural sites. Truly experiencing the isolated archipelago means more than just strolling through Waikiki in Honolulu – although the surf there is renowned – and hitting other must-do activities like hiking Diamond Head and touring ‘Iolani Palace. Truly experiencing Hawaii means getting outside to enjoy the sunshine and the surf.