From the hustle and bustle of Oahu to the romance of Maui and off-the-beaten-path adventures on Lanai and Molokai, the Hawaiian Islands are pure paradise. Explore colourful canyons and waterfalls and eat your bodyweight in fresh Poke.

As it’s such a beautiful state, we wanted to nail down the 7 best places to get an Instagram shot for that perfect travel photo. Get the camera out for these photogenic places…

Haiwaii Instagram Spots

1. Koko Head Summit

Koko Crater Trail, better known as “Koko Head Stairs”, is your StairMaster workout for the day, with a rewarding panoramic view up top. Climb over 1,000 steps for this view of a lifetime.

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2. Sunset at Ka’anapali Beach

This three-mile stretch of beach is by far one of the best beaches on Maui; sunset here is unforgettable.

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3. Kualoa Regional Park

You’ve got to visit this beautiful place at the northern end of Kane’oho Bay on the island of Oahu.

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4. Lanikai Pillbox Hike

The Lanikai Pillbox Hike, also popularly known as the Kaiwa Ridge Trail, is one of the most picturesque hikes on Oahu.

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5. Surfing – North Shore

If the perfect wave exists, you’ll find it on Oahu’s North Shore. This legendary surf mecca draw the best surfers in the world.

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6. Haleakalā Volcano

Towering over the island of Maui and visible from just about any point, Haleakala Crater is a force of nature. Drive to the Haleakala Visitor Center, the best spot to watch what may be the most spectacular sunrise on earth.