Welcome to Kalani Oceanside Retreat Village
Where green living prevails, as lava meets the sea...
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Kalani is the "heavenly" place to ground yourself in the spirit and joy of life.
Life is exuberant here on Kalani’s 120 acres of organic agriculture, preserved heritage, and retreat accommodations. Exuberant in fiery lava, in water, in tropical foliage, and exuberant too in people and the spirit of aloha.
Only five miles away is spectacular Volcanoes National Park, where the lava flows into the sea. We are blessed to be upwind! No vog (volcanic smog) here, just the sweet, clean air of the Northeast Trades coming across thousands of miles of Pacific Ocean. Come visit our tropical conservation coast and center yourself with the most awesome sights in the world.
New and Noteworthy...
New photos of Kalani's Halloween in the Jungle in Photo Gallery.
New blogs by Jim Larsen & Missy Cogdill
Kalani's Plant of the Month
The Hala Tree (pandanus odoratissimus) grows up to 20 feet tall, with thick aerial roots that spread out into the ground. It is found throughout the Pacific and most likely came to the Hawaii over the oceans, as its seeds have the ability to float.
The Hawaiians use the entire tree in numerous ways:
- Hala leaves can be woven into mats, hats, and even sails. Kalani currently offers a weekly lauhala weaving class.
- Hala fruit can be eaten, made into lei, or used as paintbrushes
- The wood has been used to create posts, water pipes, and calabashes.
We offer guided nature tours of Kalani every Monday at 1:00 pm, leaving from the Dining Lanai. Come learn about all that Nature offers at Kalani!
Kalani's Mission
Kalani's mission is to provide a fun, safe and educational retreat village which encourages love for life in each person's own deepest way through participation in abundant nature, culture and wellness experiences.
At Kalani you’ll be welcomed with aloha, enjoy delicious wholesome home-grown cuisine, experience abundant adventure, spa and class activities, participate in sustainable agriculture community and relax in your choice of accommodations.
Designed to celebrate diversity and provide comfort for every budget, Kalani also introduces you to Hawaii’s most spectacular and popular visitor destination, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Being the only coastline conservation zoned and east of lava goddess Pele, we have the world’s freshest air, gorgeous black sand beaches, natural thermal springs, steam bathing and tidal pools excellent for snorkeling.
Kalani Village arts, agriculture and wellness life will help your body, mind and spirit shape a new exuberant you.
Mahalo to our friends...
Kalani has been blessed for over thirty years with Makana (gifts) given in the spirit of aloha by staff, guests, volunteers, and contributors. To honor them, we've created a list of our extended family ('ohana) and their contributions. To find names on the list, click here:
Kalani Honua is a non-profit, 501c(3) organization and your contributions are tax-deductible. To make a secure, tax-deductible contribution call (800) 800-6886 or click the button below.
