5 Things NOT to do in Hawaii from a Local Perspective - Must see before you go!
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- Aloha! Here are 5 things not to do when visiting Hawaii. I'm sharing this from a Local/Hawaiian Perspective. I want to make sure you don't do these 5 things because these are Federal and State Laws, things dear to the Hawaiian culture, and to make sure you're safe and have the best trip when visiting Hawai!
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Here are the 5 things not to do in Hawaii:
1) Do not touch or get close to the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles and Hawaiian Monk Seals.
Report any of these violations to NOAA Enforcement Hotline
(1-800-853-1964) or the Department of Land and Natural Resources (808-643-3567). Taking a photo of the person in violation helps too.
2) Do not hike when it's rainy
In areas that are off-limits, start a hike late at night, and do a hard hike that is beyond your limits. Downloading the All Trails App or visit website: www.alltrails....
3) Do not litter or leave your trash behind
Seriously, 😠 look how beautiful these islands are. Please keep it trash-free so it can look beautiful for this generation, and generations to come! ⛰
Video Credit: @ryzone (Instagram). Follow @greenmanhawaii (Instagram)
4) Do not underestimate the ocean 🌊
Mother nature is tougher than us all. Check the weather that day, go with a friend, and ask a lifeguard what they would recommend for your experience level. And.. don't turn your back on the ocean for pics! IG likes is not worth being swept away by the waves!
5) Do not leave your valuables in your car or on the beach!
Although Hawaii is paradise, we have thieves that steal. Thieves understand that people park and leave their cars unattended for hours when doing long hikes. Keep your valuables out of sight, and just bring what's necessary. Don't leave any valuables on the beach when you jump in the water. Your valuables may not be there when you come out of the water 🏖
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Enjoy and Aloha!! 😎
Thank you for posting this! As a frequent visitor visiting family in Hawaii for years, this information shared is VERY IMPORTANT. I don’t hesitate to check anyone disrespecting the islands, nor her inhabitants sea life or human life. VISITORS also need to practice Aloha. Visitors wouldn’t want other visitors disrespecting their home. Just like you said Sean, you want to preserve the beauty of the islands for generations. Much Aloha and Mahalo!
Aloha Jimgcc01! Mahalo for watching. This video means the most to me although I know it's not a popular subject. So when ppl do watch and comment, I appreciate it that much more. ! Yes, its about respect the land and the culture just like how they would want to be respected as well. And to preserve for the next generations!:) Mahalo nui loa!!👍🤙🌎
Awesome tips...especially appreciated about not leaving valuables visible in the car, keeping an eye on your tripod even if you're close by (I'm sorry that happened to you with your tripod), and not turning your back to the ocean- just to get that shot!! Thank You!!
Aloha TheStarrShow!! Good hearing from you again!:) and yes.. Def not leave valuables behind... and it's okay with my tripod. I mean... it's still my fault that I left it unattended. And the ocean needs to be respected. Mahalo for watching the video that means most to me. 🤙👍
@@SeanKaleponi Mahalo!!
Fully agree! These things all make perfect sense and are basic... and every time we've been in Hawaii we've seen so many people NOT doing them! I also agree with adding the rule below - respect others hiking in the area, as well as animals and birds, and keep voices and music volume down! When you are welcomed to someone else's house/land show respect and appreciation. If you do this in Hawaii it is my experience that you'll get abundant friendly respect in return!
Thanks for watching the video! And yes, like Hawaii and everywhere else, I'm sure there's a lot of people that don't know the rules or have common knowledge they should know. And he's, you'll receive respect from tbe people when you give respect (which I can tell you do) Please share this video with others. Aloha!
WHY would you listen to music when out hiking? Just listening to the wind blow & wildlife living, is therapeutic enough!
Yes sir. I am here (Oahu) for the first time. Visited Kauai many years ago and learned all of these things.
The main thing that resonates with me is the power of the ocean. I unfortunately injured myself running a few weeks ago and my achilles is messed up still. Its been hard and very sad but I won't even step foot in the water right now while hurt. I was watching the local kids get pounded in the shore break on Sandy Beach a few days ago. Next time I am out here and not injured - I cannot wait to get in the water.
The steep shorelines, currents, and waves are unbelievably dangerous here. There's a reason so many of the locals are in such great shape. Gotta be tough in Hawaii.
Aloha Andrew. I hope that you are enjoying yourself here in Hawaii. And even some of the locals here, underestimate the power of the ocean. I'm glad you understand how powerful Motherature is and even more of a respect I have for you. Sorry about your Achilles and Sandy's is no joke. Bit there's so much things you can do without stepping foot in the ocean and experience Hawaii!! Maybe next time you can surf here injury free. Mahalo Andrew for your input!:)
Great video! Essential information and would be awesome if inbound travelers could see this on their flight before landing here in the Islands.
I would love for inbound travelers to see this on a plane before landing here. In the meantime, sharing this video with others is the best thing for the word to get out. Mahalo for watching!:)
Rajah! Will share!🤙
Oh wow, what an informative and great video you guys! Will definitely keep this in mind when we visit Hawaii 🌞😁
Thank you!! Def enjoy when your here in Hawaii !😁🌺🌈.
Great advice! Thanks 🥰
Mahalo Amy! Thank you for watching this video that means the most to me🤙👍
Coolman...All the countries in the world should follow these rules✌✌
Thanks Elijah for your support ( always). Can you follow me on IG so I know who you are? Aloha!
@@SeanKaleponiJust afan, and I've stopped using Facebook and Instagram a long time ago=)
@@SeanKaleponi I buy your t shirt to support you when you sell them=)
@@elijahjoe3820 thanks Elijah, I'll post available t-shirts when ready! Nowhere soon but I'll let you know:)
2 years later and still my favorite video!! Keep it up Coach!! ☺️😁😁
Hey KC!! You were missed the other week!! Awesome you have your channel up and running!!! Hope we can train soon!!🤙🥊
@@SeanKaleponi Yup! Excited to come back to punching! 😁
Awesome job! Zoom lens is the way to see animals for sure. And I know all about those wet hikes lol.
Thanks Gina! And yes, no excuse.. we have good cell phone cameras:) and.. I learned about the wet hikes when I fell on my butt. Lol
Your monk seal impersonation is top notch! We are coming to HI in July! Been enjoying all your videos as part of my planning!
Aloha E Cahill!! Mahalo for watching and yeah, it took me a couple shots to do that Monk Seal impersonation! 🦭:) Enjoy your time here in July! And I appreciate you watching my most meaningful video!:)🤙👍
YES SERIOUSLY! I don't want anyone to touch me either when I'm laying on the beach... Makes perfect sense to leave the monk seals and green sea turtles alone. Thanks, Hawaiiantraveler! 😊
Oh a lawsuit will come if someone touches you on the beach! And yes.. asking everyone to leave my 2 friends alone. Your welcome! Aloha!:)
Love that U made this video thank you! Hope many people see this and can show respect when they visit❤❤❤
Aloha Jeff!! Mahalo and this video meant a lot to me!:) If you could please share it too with others. I hope this helps future visitors!:):)🤙
That was nice, ending the 5th one making it all about the visitors. Good stuff!
Mahalo for watching. I wanted to make sure the things I was said was in a way that I welcome people. Aloha!:)
This was the best beginning of all hawaii travel vlogs got me hooked love watching u and your wife explore our island totally enjoyable tysm 🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙
Aloha Dawnie! Mahalo for your kind words and this video means the most to me so I'm glad you liked it. My wife and I appreciate it..have a good week🤙💯⛰️
Honestly if I could have my way i would show this video on all the hawaian airlines flights so the mainland can get it straight forward in a nice way you know haha mahalooo and have u folks ate the fried taro duck from mui Kwai in kaneohe omgeeee lol have a great week u folks Hana hou Hana hou.....
Nice.... mahalo for the video, I hope more visitors see this before making bad choices.
Mahalo for watching the video!! And def want them to make good choices!:)
Awesome video Ikaika and Nhi! You guys truly embody the aloha spirit 💕
Thanks Janeen for your continued support! Nhi is a great editor and I just babble:)
Great video. Everyone should watch is before going to Hawaii
Aloha Kenny!! Ideally, I would love for everyone to watcy this before coming to Hawaii!🤙💯
Greetings from Cambodia. Thanks for your videos! Just found 'em and I've watched several today. Good advice. I learned the hard way about not turning my back on the ocean.
Greetings from Hawaii to Cambodia! Yeah, it's all good that's how us locals learn too, from experience. I fell flat on my back before from the ocean. 🤙💯
@@SeanKaleponi Yes. Living in Hawai'i taught me much. Served as a social worker in Leahi, taught in Waianae, experienced homelessness, published 3 bilingual Hawaiian-English chapter books, and finished a marathon there in my 9 years. Guess I decided to do the whole experience--but, never was able to stand up on a surfboard!
Thanks for the info. I'm planning for a family vacation this July
Mahalo for watching this video! Means a lot to us here. Ha e a great time in July🤙
Wow what a very informative video. Thanks a lot for sharing. I just found you on the Oahu Fun Things to Do page on Facebook
Mahalo Andin for watching and for finding the video on FB. Glad you found it informative. Aloha!🤙💯
LOVE and GOD BLESS You Your wife family Awsome Video good reminder for us locals too. ALOHA 💙⚘🌿
Aloha Christina!! Mahalo for supporting this video! This one meant a lot to me and I'm glad you as a local support it.👍💯🤙
The barking! 🤣🤣
Can't wait to visit in July!
That's how Seals sound like. Lol! Aloha Andrea!🤙🌈
Mahalo Sean ! You are very informative. Hope to see more videos from you.
Mahalo Christine for watching!! More videos in the future to come. Aloha!:)
I would love the opportunity to see a Hawaiian Monk seal... at a distance. To me, it would be the same thing as someone who was not from around here wanting to get close up and personal with an American Bison. Not only does it disturb the the animal, but they are a wild animal, and you never know when that encounter might turn very painful. It's one of the reasons why if I got the chance, I'd bring the binoculars.
I have seen a green sea turtle once when I was snorkeling on the Kona Cost. I did stay a distance away because I didn't want to scare it off, but I did want to watch it's behaviour. It was grazing on seaweed which was growing on the rocks. It was ultra-cool to see this beautiful animal doing its thing, and going about it's day. The next day, I found an octopus and a moray eel, both of which I watched from a distance also. I know that morays will not hesitate to chomp down on you if it thinks some part of you might be edible, and though octopus usually aren't dangerous, It was much more interesting to watch it go about its business than it would have been to get inked, and then see nothing after that. I have always been taught to live in peace with the environment and the other creatures in it, and though I enjoy watching my brothers and sisters in the animal world, and learning about their way of life, I don't want to make their day any more difficult than it already is.
It seems ridiculous to me to be hiking on anyone's sacred lands, although her on the mainland it is done all the time. Good examples would be the Black Hills, which are sacred to the Lakota People. Yet there are always things being done there which are disrespectful and destructive. The same is true in the shining mountains where there are many sacred places of the Ute tribe, and places where ancestors are buried, yet people are forever searching for the graves and stealing the grave goods, even of more recent graves. People are always walking all over Ship Rock in Arizona, which is sacred to Dine, and is on their tribal property, so what the heck? If it is someone else's sacred space, respect it, and only go there with respect if you are invited by the people for whom it is sacred. I see videos here on UA-cam where people are walking around in canyons in the American southwest, and they come across what they think is a "granary" It's not a granary. It's a place where someone was placed after they died. The reason there are corn cobs in there is not because it was where they kept grain, but rather because they put corn, (among other things) in there to help the person on their way to and through the afterlife. It is disrespectful to be shuffling around in there, moving stuff and taking stuff out. Leave it alone. It is no more yours than a grave in a well manicured graveyard is.
Be respectful to others, even if their ways died out centuries ago.
Awww Mahalo Katherine for watching my most important video on this channel. We encourage people to admire from a distance and thank you for all your input. We def wanna keep sacred land sacred!!🤙♥️
Thank you, your guidance is much appreciated!🥰
Mahalo Monica for watching! Aloha!🤙🌈
This video was amazing loved Duke in here you were on point on everything 👍🏾💯
Thanks!! Duke was patient and helped me out quite a bit. Glad you liked the video:):)
I guess great minds think alike. I was going to do a video like this last year (but I had different things on my "do not do" list), but never got around to it.
Aloha Epicurean! Yes, great minds do think alike, and yes, please do make a video. Never too late. What were your topics you were gonna cover?
@@SeanKaleponi Mine was going to be a little more tongue in cheek, like don't tease the Samoans, don't ask for a Moo SOO Bee, don't tailgate or honk at other cars on the road (unless you want to be stuffed into your gas tank), that kind of thing. 😉
Good video content. I love it. Keep uploading. Looking forward. Thanks!
Mahalo for your kind words and support! Aloha!:)
This was nicely done. Thank you.
Mahalo for your kind words. Aloha!
Don't touch anything! Good advice for the times...for tourists and locals alike.
Mahalo for watching! And yes, for locals like myself too!:)
AMEN BROTHER! Excellent job, MAHALO!
Mahalo for watching!! Aloha!
Howzit Sean! I hope you don't mind me shouting you out on some of my live streams and sharing this video, this is awesome!!! I really enjoy your videos! =)
Aloha Luke!! I appreciate you shouting me out and sharing this video. It means a lot to me! Mahalo!🤙👍
@@SeanKaleponi ah right on thank you!!! Mahalo =)
When I was in Hawaii in April, we we’re arriving at Kona and this couple was in the landscaping at the airport taking buds/flowers off of some of the plants!😂We didn’t think they were with the airport doing landscaping or anything, so random and weird 😂
Aloha Beth!! Oh shame on them for picking out the flowers off the airport. Lol. BUT, Def something I wouldn't worry about compared to other things I talked about in this video. I think I'll have to make a Part 2. Mahalo for watching!:)
Another great video Sean. Is it better to leave the car door open?
Aloha Min C!! Oh, better to hide your expensive things and carry the bate minimum with you!:)👍🤙
Where did u film this video? I think u did another video at this spot. Look like a great place for a picnic.
Aloha Derek, yeah I film here quite a bit. The Ho'omaluhia Botanical Gardens in Kaneohe👍🤙
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You rock Birdman 👍🤙
Thanks Sean. Great tips! I also heard you shouldn’t take shells or sand home. Is that true?
Thanks for watching! And yes, no shells or sand. Not sure why someone would wanna take sand, but it won't be that bothersome if they did.
They also take our black sand and the green sand from our beaches. (Big Island) Please don't take...
Another thing about Monk Seals, they will not hesitate to bite if they feel threatened. They maybe cute, but they're still wild animals. Seals will bite people if they get bugged or disturbed, especially if it's a resting seal or a mother nursing her pup. That woman on Tiktok was LUCKY she didn't get bitten, cause if she did, she would receive a pretty nasty wound.
Yes, Mahalo for adding that in. Monk Seals will bite. Do not disturb them👍🤙
@@SeanKaleponi Your welcome and Mahalo to you too 🤙 🤙
Great video! Can we also add (a universal hiking rule IMHO): When hiking, please respect other hikers who are there to enjoy the surroundings. Incessant talking, laughing and playing music at full volume scares off animals and makes it impossible to hear birds, water, and other sounds of nature. Have a backyard BBQ instead if you want to catch up with friends and listen to tunes.
Thank you Grace! And yes, I totally agree with the loudness, goofing off, and music (esp when there's swearing and kids around). I actually let a couple ppl know in a nice way that.. everyone is trying to enjoy this:) Aloha!:)
I live on the Big Island and frequently enjoy the Volcanoes National Park. As a Native Hawaiian, I feel so bad when tourists are looking into Halema'uma'u Pit or at other Kilauea features or on Mauna Kea while being loud and disrespectful. Mahalo
@@yswizzle5072 I hope that on the Big Island and all of Hawaii, that they have a history lesson on the areas and what not to do when over there. Much respect to the Native Hawaiians that stand up for Mauna Kea!
Great video sean!! Your channel is growing so fast! I wish I could say the same for ours
Thanks Kimi!! Awwww... your channel will grow friend! I just got a little lucky! Stay positive!:):)
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Only things I’d add is to leave the dolphins alone too and don’t treat the locals like part of your Hawaiian experience. It gets tiresome to have tourists constantly at my fence asking questions about my farm and animals. I live in the country and the illegal Airbnb bring these kine people to the neighborhood. I don’t mind too much but they treat me and my home as if I’m an add on they ordered
Yes I agree with the dolphins. But I guess that's not a likely encounter so it's good you mentioned it. And yes.. I agree with treating you like part of the Hawaiian experience. I have ppl messaging me on their trip asking me questions. I'm like "uhhhh, that's not why I do UA-cam " lol. But yeah, your home is your home.
Don't touch the Hawaiian Munk Seals and KEEP YOUR DOGS ON A LEASH AROUND THEM! DON'T BE THAT PERSON!
Yes.. that's a good one with the dogs on a leash!:) Aloha!💯🤙
By locals you mean kanakas. Be very specific w/ the word locals because its inclusive of those folks appropriating Hawaiian culture and traditions.
I'm born from Kanakas and local. I also followed the paths of other locals and explored🤙
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People drown all the time!! You sound like you’re talking to a 4 yr old!!!
Like when Olympics was in diff countries right?