"I'd Rather Be Riding a Mule on Molokai" is one of the most commonly sighted bumper stickers in the Islands, and with good reason. The
Molokai Mule Ride is rightfully famous, offering a breathtaking,
1,700-foot descent on the back of a mule to the Kalaupapa peninsula.
Kalaupapa, once the site of exile for people in Hawaii suffering
from Hansen's Disease (a.k.a. leprosy), still hosts a small community
of residents and is rich in history and natural beauty.
But not to worry if mule-jockeying isn't your thing — you have
plenty of other choices on Molokai. Guided biking, hiking, fishing, helicopter tours and more are available out of the main town of Kaunakakai or by activities operators on Maui.
Additionally, adventurers will want to explore West Molokai's
54,000-acre Molokai Ranch, where guided hikes, mountain biking and a
variety of beach activities are available to the resort's guests and
non-guests alike.
