E komo mai! When you visit Fairmont Kea Lani, you become part of our ʻohana. We are committed to sharing the true spirit of aloha with our guests by connecting them with the rich history of Hawaiʻi's culture, people, and traditions. Learn how to say 'until we meet again' (a hui hou), paddle the sparkling Pacific with a hoʻokele (navigator) guiding the way, learn to dance hula or strum theʻukulele, make lei or learn more about the ecosystem of Hawaiʻi through our Rooted in Aloha program.
Hawaiian Canoe Experience
Learn the basics of paddling, along with the history of the canoe and its importance in the Hawaiian culture. Advance reservations are required, as space is limited we recommend booking in advance of your resort arrival. Though the activity is offered at no additional charge to registered guests, a 24-hour cancellation policy applies with a ‘no show’ fee of $65 per guest. Offered Monday through Friday (7am, 8am, 9am and 10am) from Polo Beach, the six-man outrigger canoe holds two staff paddlers with four guests, ages 10 years and older (when accompanied by a registered guest aged 18 or older).
E Ala Ē
Join our paddlers for a traditional Hawaiian sunrise chant to welcome the dawn of a new day. (Every Monday through Friday 7:00am, meet at Polo Beach)
ʻUkulele Lessons
Master the basics of strumming island tunes on the ʻukulele. (Classes held Monday/Wednesday/Friday/Sunday at 9:00am and Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday at 11:00am within Hale Kukuna. Classes start promptly at designated start time. We kindly request that guests who are not able to make it at the notated start time attend the next available session.)
Hula Lessons
The hula is a traditional Polynesian dance accompanied by chants and gestures, known for its signature graceful hand movements and swaying style. The hula is a way of life in Hawaiʻi, an ancient form of communication which predates written language. We invite you to learn about the art of hula during your stay, and channel your own mana (energy) into dance. (Classes held Monday/Wednesday/Friday/Sunday at 11:00am and Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday at 9:00am within Hale Kukuna. Classes start promptly at designated start time. We kindly request that guests who are not able to make it at the notated start time attend the next available session.)
Lei Making
We share traditional styles of lei making that our kupuna (ancestors) used and still use to this day while incorporating the gathering process. Teaching guests how and what to gather around the grounds of the resort allows for an experience unique to each and every guest. (Classes held Monday/Wednesday/Friday/Sunday at 2:00pm within Hale Kukuna. Classes start promptly at designated start time. We kindly request that guests who are not able to make it at the notated start time attend the next available session.)
Fish Feeding at the Koi Pond
Feed breakfast to the resort's koi fish. Daily at 9am, meet at the Koi Pond located next to the entrance of Nick's Fishmarket. 360 View - Koi Pond
Torch Lighting Ceremony
A nightly tradition dating back centuries, the blowing of the pū (conch shell) signifies the ending of a beautiful day in paradise. This celebration concludes with an oli (chant).
Sunset nightly, at the Lower Pool.