GUESTS DESIGN THEIR OWN TRAVEL
ADVENTURE AT MOLOKAI RANCH & LODGE'S KAUPOA BEACH
Maunaloa, Molokai, - Fall
2000
Imagine upscale camping in the unspoiled scenic
beauty of the Island of Molokai. Picture a tent on an
elevated platform, with a comfortable bed, hot running water, and
a private lanai offering ocean views. Couple that with
mountain biking, ocean kayaking, horseback riding, cultural
hiking, and a host of other outdoor activities, and that describes
the experience at Kaupoa Beach at Molokai Ranch & Lodge.
At Kaupoa Beach guests design their own travel
adventures. They stay in one-of-a-kind upscale tents that
provide a true outdoors experience with all the comforts of
home. Each canvas bungalow features a queen size bed,
self-composting toilet, solar-powered lights and hot-water
showers.
To oceanside Kaupoa Beach features 40 two-unit
bungalows fronting Kaupoa Beach on the southwest coast of
Molokai. This lodging area offers guests a slice of paradise
with a beautiful double-crescent white sand beach and an abundance
of palm trees. Most activities center around the beach,
which is a prime location for swimming, snorkeling and
sunning.
Guests may choose from an array of outdoor
adventures while staying at Kaupoa Beach, including ocean
kayaking, cultural hikes, mountain biking, beach activities,
"city slicker" rodeo, and horseback trail rides.
Or they may simply relax in their bungalow or enjoy one of the
numerous hammocks.
Providing an unrivaled view of the ocean, the
open-air dining pavilion at Kaupoa Beach serves as a central
meeting point for dining as well as activity shuttles.
Guests enjoy buffet meals with offerings such as ahi burgers,
made-to-order omelets, fresh fruits, ceasar salads, baked chicken,
scampi, prime rib and more prepared by Ranch Chefs.
Activities abound at the Ranch to fulfill every
adventurer's dream, young or old including:
this
is where guests check-in for Kaupoa Beach, receiving a briefing
on activities, choose their equipment and stock up on
provisions.
Archery - This activity includes instruction, wooden
arrows, quiver, take down fiberglass bow, score pads and course
map.
Beach Adventures - Guests
enjoy a day of fun in the sun at Kaupoa Beach. Activities include
volleyball, snorkeling, walking the shoreline, exploring tidepools
and simple sunning.
Clay Shooting - Test
your marksmanship in a shooting game in which clay pigeons are
presented to the gunner in ways that mirror the flight patterns of
game birds or rabbits in their natural habitats. At each station,
clay pigeons are thrown in pairs or single, simulating the
movements of actual hunting.
Cultural Hikes - Guided
hiking experiences offer a unique way to appreciate the beauty of
the island as well as its cultural heritage. Guides share their
knowledge of areas of cultural significance, including adze
quarries, ku and hina rocks, and ancient home sites.
Keiki Adventures - the
children's program at Molokai Ranch offers an array of fun
activities for keiki (children) ages five and older.
Offered both in the mornings and afternoons, the supervised fun
features such excursions as bug hunts,
beach walks, arts and crafts, and more.
Mountain Biking - An
exhilarating mountain bike adventure awaits guests whether they
are advanced or beginners. The advanced morning tour includes a
healthy dose of climbing along with challenging terrain. The
afternoon- ride is for beginners and features a single track or
ranch road descent to Kaupoa Beach. Both rides offer spectacular
views and great fun.
Ocean Kayaking - Guests
kayak through gentle waves, accompanied by green sea turtles and
other sea life. Kayaking guides tour guests east of the old Kolo
Wharf and share the history of loko kuapa or fishponds of
Hawaiian yesteryear.
Paniolo Round-Up - Working
paniolo (cowboys) teach guests horsemanship in the Ranch's
state-of-the-art rodeo arena. First, guests compete in the
traditional rodeo game of match pole bending. Then the
games begin as they put their newly acquired skills to use,
joining teams for cattle herding, penning and sorting.
Spa - Indulge your
senses and invigorate the soul with a day of pampering at the spa
at the Molokai Ranch Lodge. Three types of massage therapies, two
styles of facial treatments, lymph node drainage, and aromatherapy
are available for those ready for a luxurious necessity.
To
view the hotel listing and rating for this property or to
contact the Molokai Ranch Lodge go to Island of Molokai, Hawaii Hotels and
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