Summit registration includes one complimentary group activity and one complimentary sightseeing tour. These experiences are designed to immerse attendees in Hawaiʻi’s culture, history, natural beauty, and spirit of mālama (caring for the land and community).

Examples of sightseeing experiences may include:

        • Visits to historic landmarks and cultural heritage sites
        • Beach and ocean activities such as surfing, snorkeling, or paddleboarding
        • Wildlife and nature excursions, including seasonal whale watching
        • Cultural experiences highlighting Hawaiian traditions, music, food, and arts
        • Scenic island tours showcasing Oahu’s landscapes, coastlines, and viewpoints
        • Adventure activities such as hiking, sailing, or aerial sightseeing

These examples are intended to illustrate the types of experiences that may be offered. Final sightseeing tours will be announced once planning is complete.

 

Pre & Post FAMs

Pre- and Post-FAMs (Familiarization Trips) are also being planned for Summit 2027. These experiences provide tour operators with a unique opportunity to explore destinations firsthand, visit key student attractions, and connect with local tourism partners to better understand how destinations and experiences can be incorporated into future student travel programs.

FAMs allow participants to extend their education beyond the Summit while gaining valuable cultural, operational, and destination insights throughout Hawaii or other potential locations.

Pre- and Post-FAMs require separate registration, and additional details will be shared here once available.

Check out the FAM’s here

Group Activities

Tuesday, January 19, 2027 — 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.

Select one (complimentary with registration)

» Surf Lessons – Experience Hawaiʻi’s legendary surf culture with beginner-friendly instruction.

» Diamond Head Hike – Hike one of Oʻahu’s most iconic landmarks while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of Waikīkī and the Pacific Ocean.

 

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Activity

Tuesday, January 19, 2027 — 2:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.

Optional Experience

Participate in a meaningful, community-focused experience designed to connect attendees with the local destination while giving back. This optional activity provides an opportunity to support service, sustainability, and community engagement initiatives alongside fellow Summit participants.

Additional details will be shared as plans are finalized.

 

Sightseeing Tours

Tuesday, January 19, 2027

Departure Times: 8:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m.

Select one departure time (complimentary with registration; lunch included)

Experience two of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic destinations during a shared day of culture, history, and hands-on learning. Participants will be divided into two groups in the morning and rotate midday, ensuring everyone enjoys both experiences.

» Kualoa Ranch – Mālama ʻĀina Experience

Connect with Hawaiʻi’s natural environment through hands-on activities focused on sustainability and stewardship. Experiences may include planting and harvesting kalo (taro), thatching a traditional hale, and caring for native medicinal plants alongside Hawaiian cultural practitioners.

» Pearl Harbor Historic Sites

Explore one of the nation’s most significant historic sites through visits to the USS Bowfin, USS Missouri, and the Pacific Fleet Aviation Museum.

Capacity is limited for each departure time, and advance registration is required.