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The Big Island of Hawaii is ripe for exploration
with endless opportunities to enjoy the natural wonders and experience
the 'Aloha spirit'. This lush, tropical island is the largest and most
diverse in the chain. Home to the world's largest, active volcanoes,
diverse rainforest ecosystems and a compelling culture, you can
explore the ocean on a scuba diving excursion or set the stage for an
extravagant evening with a night of live theater. Whether you choose
to stay at the resort or explore the island, there are limitless
activities and attractions.
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii's full-service
concierge desk can assist you on your 'voyage of discovery'. A variety
of on- and off-property excursions include waterfall hikes, horseback
riding, deep-sea fishing, kayak adventures, star gazing, mountain
biking, or simply marvel at the world's most active volcano, to name
just a few of Hawaii's many adventures.
The Possibilities Are Nearly
Endless!!
Deep Sea Fishing
Strapped into the fighting chair and with your heart pounding,
you'll begin the fight of your life with one of nature's wildest
creatures! Who'll win the battle of wits and strength - you, or the
acrobatic billfish? Your Captain will give you the choice of doing all
of the angling yourself, but the crew will lend a helping hand at your
request.
Evening at Kahua Ranch
The tour includes a fully narrated trip along Highway 19 climbing to
the town of Waimea, then Highway 250 through the rolling hills and
breathtaking scenery of the Kohala Mountains. History comes alive as
we share stories of the area, the introduction of cattle in 1794, and
the arrival of the Paniolos.
The evening includes an open bar consisting of: local Kona beer, wine,
soft drinks. A ranch style barbeque includes: sirloin steak, chicken,
local potatoes, corn on the cob, baked beans, salad, coffee, and
dessert.
Entertainment: Paniolo pictures with our working ranch horse; dinner
with the owners; guitar playing Paniolos share their colorful past
through music. After dinner you'll have a chance to participate in
horse-shoe throwing, roping, darts, and other fun activities. Roast
your own marshmallows to make s'mores over a crackling campfire. After
dinner try your hand at branding! Enjoy the night sky by peering
through a deluxe celestial telescope and understand why the Big Island
is the best place for stargazing.
The Fairmont Orchid Beach Club
The beach facilities at The Fairmont Orchid prove that there is
more to beach life then getting the perfect tan. Take the opportunity
to discover the mesmerizing marine life like sea turtles, colorful
reef fish, rays and more or spend your time kayaking, paddling,
exploring ancient petroglyph fields, swimming in the sea with the
sound of the surf as your guide. Located on the south end of the
protected swimming lagoon, The Fairmont Orchid Beach Club offers
masks, snorkels and fins (first two-hours use is included in your
resort fee). Personal floats and view boards, one-person kayaks,
two-person kayaks, cycling and more are available for a service
fee. Hours are 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. daily.
Resort Activities
Boasting more than 4,000 hours of sunshine a year, you will be
captivated and drawn to The Fairmont Orchid's abundance of sparkling
waters and ocean activities. Sunbathe on a 20,000-square-foot sundeck
surrounding a massive, lava-enhanced, heated pool. Or opt for one of
two tidal pond whirlpools. For the more adventurous, the undersea
world awaits. Snorkel or scuba in calm, crystal-clear water and view
first hand the underwater treasure trove of Pauoa Bay.
The Fairmont Orchid Beachboys
Long ago, visitors to the islands were intrigued by the aloha, charm
and warm hospitality of the Waikiki beachboys. Their cultural
knowledge, ocean skills, and storytelling talents were legendary. This
tradition - and the spirit of old Hawaii - have been revived at The
Fairmont Orchid Beach Club. Some of the Beachboy and Beachgirl
activities include:
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Outrigger Canoe Paddling, Sunset Canoe Rides (by
appointment)
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Hala (pandanus) and Niu (coconut) Leaf
Weaving
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Net Throwing Demonstration
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Techniques of Celestial Navigation
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The Ahupua'a Land Division System
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Legends and Myths
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Tours of Historic Preservation Sites - Shelter Caves, Fishponds and
Petroglyphs
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Cultural Arts and Crafts Demonstrations
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Kayak Adventures
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Shoreline Fishing Excursions
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Sunset Torch lighting
Progressive One-Man Outrigger Canoe Personal Training
Personal guidance and instruction from one of The Fairmont Orchid
Beach boys. Explore the wonders of the ocean - paddle alongside
turtles, dolphins and even see humpback whales in the winter season
... all while getting the ultimate upper-body and cardio-vascular
workout.
Surf / Paipo (Body Boarding) Lessons
Learn traditional Hawaiian water sports from the Fairmont Orchid's
Beachboys and Beachgirls at our beautiful Pauoa Bay. Learn how to
read ocean conditions, master surfing techniques, and safety tips for
a one-of-a-kind Hawaiian adventure!
Historic Hikes
Join a Fairmont Orchid Beachboy on an exploration of the Puako
Petroglyph Preserve, one of the largest concentrations of ancient lava
bed etchings in the world, or discover the historic fishponds and
shelter caves of Kalanhuipua'a. These hikes are relatively easy and
filled with priceless cultural anecdotes. Cameras are welcomed.
Ocean Kayak Adventure
An exciting kayak and snorkeling adventure with a personal guide that
will take you along the Mauna Lani Resort coastline. Learn about the
ocean, ocean life, and 'talk story' about the islands' ocean culture.
Reservations are required by 4:00 p.m. the previous day, two-person
minimum. Two hour cancellation fee applies.
Snorkeling Introduction / Reef Exploration
An astonishing introduction to the undersea world of Pauoa
Bay. Our expert Beachboys and Beachgirls teach snorkeling techniques,
then take you to coral reefs where you'll meet and identify colorful
marine life, including sea turtles.
Shoreline Fishing Expedition
Our experienced guides will take you on one of our double-hulled
canoes for a morning of light tackle fishing from the canoe. You will
also learn some local and Hawaiian techniques of shoreline fishing.
Reservations are required by 4:00 p.m. the previous day, two-person
minimum. Two-hour cancellation fee applies. (minimum age 10 years old)
Hawaiian Arts and Crafts
Learn to weave a bowl, basket, fish and other souvenirs from coconut
fronds and pandanus leaves. Or make beautiful lei from various
materials found throughout the hotel gardens. You'll also learn about
some of the other uses for the flora and fauna. The class is taught by
a Fairmont Orchid Beachboy or Beachgirl.
Voyaging By The Stars
Who really discovered Hawaii? Learn about ancient Polynesian
navigation skills and techniques and how they are used today to
retrace the voyages of the ancients. Hear of master navigators who
relied on their knowledge of the stars, birds, clouds and currents to
guide them to these isolated islands.
Beach
Shade cabanas, chaise lounges and towels are available at the beach.
The beach is open from sunrise to sunset. Swimming is at your own
risk. There is no lifeguard on duty. Please consult a beach and pool
attendant for current ocean conditions. Aqua socks are recommended
while swimming in the lagoon.
The Pool
Our free-form 10,000-square-foot swimming pool is open 24 hours. No
lifeguard is on duty and swimming is at your own risk. Towels and
poolside services are available. In the evening, towels are available
in the cabinet next to Brown's Beach House, which is accessed by your
room key. Due to State regulations, children under the age of five (5)
are not allowed in the whirlpools.
Volleyball
Our sand volleyball court and pool volleyball net are available for
daily play.
Walking Tours and Jogging Trails
Mauna Lani Resort offers many different trails to enjoy a brisk walk
or jog. Please contact The Fairmont Orchid Beach Club for more
information or a resort map.
Hawaiian Sailing Canoe
A sail aboard the Hahalua Lele (flying manta ray) is a cultural
journey that provides valuable opportunities to learn about Hawaii's
elements (the ocean, winds, currents, etc.), legends and folklore,
traditions and customs. Close contacts with the elements provide an
exhilarating adventure as we glide along in search of our ancestral
guardians - the whale, dolphin, shark, manta ray, and turtle. See
special places, explore coral reefs, share fishing and navigational
techniques passed down from our ancient ancestors.
Mauna Lani Sea Adventures
The Fairmont Orchid and Mauna Lani Sea Adventures invite you to enjoy
a variety of ocean activities that will provide you with lasting
memories of Hawai'i. For reservations please contact the Concierge.
Mauna Lani Sea Adventures offer the following activities:
Morning Snorkel Cruise
Join us for a morning of sunshine, tropical fish, and relaxation. The
cruise includes snorkel equipment, instructions, towels, beer, wine,
juice, soda, and snacks. Bring your sunglasses, beachwear, and
sunscreen.
Whale Watch Cruise
Two hours of breathtaking observations amid these 'gentle
giants' of the sea (December through April only). During the summer
months, we'll take you for a two hour snorkel session to 'Turtle
Reef,' or one of the many other reef sites just offshore of the Mauna
Lani Resort.
Sunset Cruise
Enjoy the world-famous sailing waters along the Kohala Coast with
incredible views of majestic Mauna Kea and the sunset. The sail
includes a pupu (Hawaiian appetizers) selection and unlimited
cocktails.
Exclusive Group Charters
Our beautiful Polynesian-style catamaran 'Winona,' (Coast
Guard-certified for 49 passengers), is the perfect complement to your
group's activities or private party on the sea. Charters include a
captain, crew, full open bar, and pupu selection. Two-hour
minimum.
Introductory Scuba Pool/Shore Dive
The best way to get comfortable with scuba gear in the safety of the
hotel pool. Our certified NAUI/PADI instructor will then take you to
the beautiful world of colorful fish and marine life below the surface
of Pauoa Bay. Includes all diving and safety equipment.
Boat Dives
Experience an open ocean boat dive aboard one of our certified
vessels. Our knowledgeable NAUI/PADI diving instructors accompany you
to the most spectacular diving in the Pacific. View the many lava
tubes, arches, and caverns that make Hawaiian diving world-famous.
Certified and intermediate divers are welcomed. Includes diving
equipment (discount if guests provide their own gear). Underwater
video-taping of your diving experience is available upon request.
Minimum Age Requirements: Three (3) years for catamaran activities, 12
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Golf Courses
In the world of golf, the Big Island is regarded as the pinnacle of
playgrounds, a land of uncommon beauty, startling diversity, and
welcoming weather. Here, alongside The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, is an
award-winning 36-hole championship golf course.
The Fairmont Orchid,
Hawaii provides a beautiful and challenging course for pros and
amateurs alike. The resort is adjacent to the award-winning Francis H.
I'i Brown Golf Course, offering 36 holes of continuous play, and is
consistently lauded as one of the world's top golf resorts by readers
of Condé Nast Traveler magazine. The course has spectacular
scenery with ocean views and green fairways patterned with black lava.
The Francis H. I'i Brown Course opened in 1981, and
has secured its place among the finest courses in the world. Golf
Magazine called it 'one of the most breathtakingly beautiful
seaside golf courses in the world' and awarded it a gold medal as one
of this country's finest golf resort courses.
The course was designed to have two distinct 18-hole complexes, the
south and north course, each capturing unique characteristics of the
landscape. Both courses will satisfy every level, appealing to the
recreational golfer and ready to be tightened up to meet the demands
of tournament play.
The South Course - Par 72
The South Course is built on the prehistoric Kaniku lava
flow, geologically a relatively young flow. The resort course snakes
through stark, rugged, a'a lava. Volcano goddess Pele reigns supreme
on this course. If she favors you, balls hit into the lava will
miraculously bounce back into the fairway. If not, kiss them good-bye.
Aside from great golf, this challenging course offers the golfer a
range of mountain and ocean views and was home of the Senior Skins
Game for 10 years.
The North Course - Par 72
The North Course, although a resort course, is excellent for
tournament play. Built on a lava bed much older than the Kaniku lava
flow on which the south course lies, it is characterized by rolling
terrain and kiawe (mesquite) groves. Trees often come into play on
this course. A 230-acre protected archaeological district touches the
northern boundary of the course. Herds of feral goats frequent the
entire course, moving from hole to hole throughout the day.
Several holes are contiguous with the ocean and water hazards and are
managed by providing golfers as many as five different tee positions,
to provide a wide range of options in meeting the challenging
conditions.
$120.00 USD daily. Golf cart is included with greens fees.
Tennis
If tennis is your game, or you've always wanted to give it a swing,
then The Fairmont Orchid is a must as your vacation destination.
Recently honored as the only Hawaii resort in Tennis
magazine's Top 10 Greatest U.S. Tennis Resorts, the hotel offers
outstanding tennis programs and facilities for all skill levels.
Director of Tennis, Richard Stumpf oversees all aspects of the
Tennis Pavilion, which boasts 10 plexiplave courts, including
a stadium court with bleachers. There's also a pro shop with a sporty
selection of tennis apparel and equipment, match arrangements,
instructional theme clinics, racquet and ball machine rentals and
lessons. If you want to brush up on the finer points of tennis, we
have private and semi-private lessons with Professional Tennis
Registry (PTR) professionals.
Since 1997, the Tennis Pavilion has been designated as the only
K-Swiss? National Resort Academy. Through this
prestigious partnership, guests can experience the very best in
beginner and advanced tennis and participate in a demo shoe program.
Courting for Life? is an innovative program created by Richard Stumpf
for The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii. Players are encouraged to see the
game through new eyes to focus on the mind-body-spirit of tennis
rather than the game's technical proficiencies and combative
tendencies.
Tennis - Courting for Life?
Discover a holistic view of this highly competitive sport. Using
exciting and innovative approaches, Courting for Life? focuses on the
development of the mind, body, and spirit rather than technical
proficiencies. It addresses balance, breath, movement and relaxation
in the game, and uses tennis as a mirror to identify your beliefs and
habits on and off the court. This fun, fulfilling, and truly
rejuvenating experience is a rare opportunity to see tennis in a whole
new light. Adults of all ages and abilities are welcomed.
Tennis - Analysis
The Tennis Pavilion at The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii also offers tennis
analysis of your game. From Movement Analysis, Video Tape Analysis
and Match Analysis, we are committed to helping you improve your
game. Appointments are required for an analysis sessions and can be
booked by calling 1(808)885-2000. Sessions are available for one hour
or 1.5 hours.
Movement Analysis
Are you moving with efficiency, balance and control? Over time or
through injury, muscles, tendons, ligaments and connective tissues can
move bones out of alignment. When this happens, your body tends to
get out of balance, posture suffers, and range of motion may become
limited. Movement analysis can help you learn how to increase your
awareness, postural integrity, and heal their movement patterns to
enhance performance on and off the tennis court. By appointment only.
Video Tape Analysis
A picture is worth a thousand words! Whether you want a documentation
of your strokes or a video lesson, there is nothing like seeing
yourself in action. Video analysis is one of the most potent tools
you can employ to make a difference in your game. Let one of our PTR
professionals put together a customized video tape for you. By
appointment only.
Match Analysis
Have you ever wondered how you can specifically locate the
areas in the match play you need to work on the most? Do like the
pros and analyze your match play skills through statistical analysis.
With the aid of electronic charting of your video taped match, you
will learn your strengths and weaknesses, which will enable you to
make a more informed and productive strategic approach to your next
match. By appointment only.
Tennis - Clinics
The K-Swiss® 7.0 System Workout is available for players 3.0 and above
and is available every day from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
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One player - $90.00 per person
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Two players - $45.00 per person
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Three players - $30.00 per person
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Four to six players - $22.50 per person
Hours of Operation:
Courts open at 7:30 a.m. and evening tennis is available.
Courts will be reserved for one hour for singles play and 1.5
hours for doubles play. If the space is available, longer play is
allowed. Evening play is also available, reservations must be made
prior to 5:00 p.m.
Rates:
The cost is $15 per person, per day. Included in the cost is
iced lemon water and towels provided by your tennis host. Private
lessons are also available at the rate of $45 for half an hour or $90
for an hour. You can also book semi-private lessons for an extra $5.
Ball Machines are available for $25/hour or $15 for a half-hour.
Reservations:
Reservations are required for evening play and must be made
before 5 p.m. with evening play available until 10:00 p.m. An hour for
singles and one and a half hours for doubles will be reserved. Longer
play is welcomed upon space availability.
Dress Code:
Tennis shoes and appropriate tennis attire is required. Running shoes
are not allowed.
Keiki Aloha - Children Program
The Keiki Aloha children's program was designed to enhance your
child's experience while staying at The Fairmont Orchid. Fun and
leaning are combined in a wonderful variety of activities that will
help your children create holiday memories to last a lifetime. All
children between the ages of five and 12 are welcomed to join in
the fun.
Sunday
Keiki Day -- Cave Explorations
Monday - Pa'ani / Play Day
Hawaiian Games
Tuesday - Holohonona / Animals Day
Eel Feeding Tour
Wednesday - Honua / Earth Day
Sand Castle Building
Thursday - Kahakai / Beach Day
Tide Pool Explorations
Friday - Aloha Day
Lei Making
Saturday Afternoon - Petroglyph Hike
Saturday Evening - Dinner and a movie
Other Children's Activities:
Registration:
Registration of children must be completed by 8:00 p.m. prior to the
day the child will attend the program. Any cancellations made after
8:00 p.m. will be charged a $20 cancellation penalty per child.
Cost:
Program participation from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. is $60 per child,
lunch included. Half day programs are available at the rate of $40
per child. Half day is either 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.
to 4:00 p.m. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Please Note:
All activities are based on the weather, number of children, theme of
the day and children's ages and abilities.
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