Kalaupapa, Moloka‘i

General Info

General Information About Kalaupapa

Kalaupapa is an unspoiled and breathtakingly beautiful peninsula located on the north coast of Moloka‘i. Here, you will discover how blessed Saint Damien gave his life and how Saint Marianne Cope carried on his incredibly selfless mission for patients diagnosed with leprosy (now known as Hansen’s disease).

Kalaupapa is only accessible via aircraft or a 3.2 mile hike or guided mule ride tour down the 1,780 foot sea cliffs which include 26 switchbacks. It is currently closed to outside visitors.

Things to do

Things To Do In Kalaupapa

Kalaupapa is an unspoiled and breathtakingly beautiful peninsula located on the north coast of Moloka‘i. Here, you will discover how blessed Saint Damien gave his life and how Saint Marianne Cope carried on his incredibly selfless mission for patients diagnosed with leprosy (now known as Hansen’s disease).

 

Points Of Interest

Saint Damien Kalaupapa Air and Ground Tour
Mule Tour
Kalaupapa National Historical Park
St. Philomena Church
Fuesania’s Bar

Getting there

Kalaupapa Airport (LUP), Moloka'i

Airport Location: Kalaupapa, HI 96742

Kalaupapa Airport serves the residents of Kalaupapa Settlement and visitors wishing to tour Kalaupapa National Historic Park.  It is served by commuter planes.