Golf

The Francis H. I'i Brown North and South courses--are remarkable if for nothing more than the vast fields of dark black lava out of which they were constructed. The original 18 holes were opened in 1981, with Homer Flint and Raymond Cain as the lead architects. It was a visually spectacular course that featured one par-3 hole crossing a wide Pacific inlet, another par-3 playing into a coliseum of lava, and many holes whose primary challenge was to hit the bright green fairways and greens, avoiding the lava formations in the landing areas and on both sides of the fairways. The course received rave reviews from the moment it opened.

In 1991, Mauna Lani felt it necessary to add another 18 holes, so they called in the Honolulu architectural firm of Nelson/Wright/Haworth. With the land configuration available to them, Robin Nelson and Rodney Wright elected to split the existing course into two nines and add nine new holes to each side. The results were remarkable, with the signature par-3s having been split between the courses, and several new holes on each course playing down to or in front of the Pacific.

North Course

The North Course, although a resort course, is excellent for tournament play. Built on a lava bed much older than the Kaniku flow (on which the South Course lies), it is characterized by rolling terrain punctuated by Kiawe (mesquite) forests. Trees often come into play on this course. No. 17, a par three tucked into a natural lava amphitheater, is the resort's second signature hole and a favorite "I was here" photo spot. A 230-acre protected archaeological district lies on the northern boundary of the course. Herds of feral goats frequent the entire course, moving from hole to hole throughout the day.

South Course

The South Course, renown as the former home to the annual Senior Skins Game from 1990 - 2000, snakes through the stark, rugged a'a lava of the prehistoric Kaniku lava flow. 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 goodbye. Besides great golf, the challenging course offers the player a panorama of mountain and ocean views. The South Course is home to No. 15, one of the most photographed over-the-water golf holes in the world.

Sports and Fitness Club

The Mauna Lani Sports and Fitness Club features Life Fitness cardiovascular and strength training equipment, and a three-lane lap pool. Open at 6:00 a.m., we offer a variety of personalized sessions to help you meet your health goals.

Coach Powers maintains a simple credo with regards to fitness - "help people achieve their perfect form in body, mind and spirit." Coach's range in sharing his training knowledge spans from instructing individuals and groups in general fitness and wellness to elite athletic enhancement and sports training.

Coach and his team of fitness professionals offer personal training, group fitness classes and customized training that includes:

Weight Training
Martial Sports/Kick Boxing
Pilates
Mat Yoga
Physio Ball/Core

Basic Training/Boot Camp
Power Walk/Hike
Swim/Bike/Run
Spinning
Power Cut Light Weight/HighRep

Mauna Lani Sports and Fitness Facilities Include:

Main Fitness Center with Cardio Machines and the complete line of "Life Fitness" selectorized resistance equipment
 Lap Pool/ Jacuzzi Multi-Purpose Room - Where we feature Aerobics Classes, Yoga Classes, etc
 Free Weight Room
 Tennis Courts
 The New "Ku Kini Cafe" Ku Kini = the athlete. The cafe features protein shakes, fruit smoothies, assorted breakfast offerings, energex sports drinks, and food supplements.

Tennis

Mauna Lani Sports and Fitness Club, which is located adjacent to Mauna Lani Spa was once host to the Davis Cup Championships. The Fitness Club offers six Plexipave courts (three lit for night play), a stadium court with spectator seating for 500.

Water Sports

Blessed with magnificent weather and a three-mile stretch of tropical beach and shoreline beyond compare, Mauna Lani offers water sports and beach activities of every kind.

Mauna Lani Sea Adventures offers catamaran, snorkel sails, sunset cruises, seasonal whale-watching and some of the best diving in the world.

 Snorkel Sails - 3 hours of sailing, snorkeling and sun-bathing
 Sunset Sails - early evening relaxation with cocktails and pupus
Whale Watches - 2 hours of breathtaking observations from December thru April
 Diving experiences are available for every level of skill.
Beginners can learn the basics of SCUBA under the careful supervision of NAUI/PADI diving instructors
 Ocean dives are available for day and night, via special charter or planned excursions.

Children's Camp

So both parents and children can enjoy their vacation, youngsters are invited to attend Camp Mauna Lani. This day camp runs year-round for children ages five through 12.

Our qualified, attentive counselors serve as much more than babysitters. Camp attendees spend their days learning as well as playing. Visits to tidal pools and prehistoric caves are just some of the educational activities offered. Every camper receives his/her own Camp Mauna Lani T-shirt.

Activities include visiting tidal pools, historic fishponds and petroglyphs, playing Hawaiian games and learning Hawaiian crafts. The schedule varies each day, so children have an opportunity to take part in a wide variety of activities while meeting new friends.