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Aerial view of a cove in Oahu, Hawaii
Swimming cove in Oahu, Hawaii (courtesy, Hawaii CVB)

Oahu Active and Adventure Highlights

By Travel Expert: Karen Kefauver
  • While Hanauma Bay is very popular, especially among the snorkeling crowd, the Oahu locals favor two small islets: Chinaman's Hat and Goat Island.
  • The Maunawili Trail is a nine-mile route into some fairly untouched areas of Oahu's windward eastern side. Following the base of the Ko`olau Mountain Range, the trail has some steep rises, but it's mostly level walking through rainforest and open grassy areas. The reward will be beautiful views of east Oahu's coastal areas, mountains, ridges, sheer cliffs, and valleys.
  • Kayaking off the coast of Kailua, which is about a 30-minute drive through the Pali tunnel from Waikiki, is especially beautiful to eco-tour enthusiasts.

Oahu Overview

Everyone ventures to Oahu seeking a different experience. Some talk about wanting to find the "real" Hawaii, some are looking for heart-pounding adventure, some yearn for the relaxing and healing powers of the islands, and others are drawn by Hawaii's aloha spirit, where kindness and friendliness prevail. All kinds of memorable experiences can be yours. Imagine yourself hovering weightless over a rainbowed sea...

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Hotels

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Outrigger Reef on the Beach
2169 Kalia Road
Honolulu, HI 96815
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 2.5 Miles
(from destination center)
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Breakers Hotel
250 Beachwalk
Waikiki, HI
Hotel Class: 2 class stars
Distance: 2.3 Miles
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Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort
2365 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 2.9 Miles
(from destination center)
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Attractions

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Original Glider Rides
Waialua
P.O. Box 626
Haleiwa, Hawaii 96791
Distance: 25.5 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Also known as "Mr. Bill's Original Glider... Read More
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Bike Shop (The)
1149 South King Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 Map
Distance: 1.0 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Whether you're looking to rent a bike for a... Read More
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Skydive Hawaii
68-760 Farrington Highway
Mokuleia, Hawaii 96791 Map
Distance: 27.3 Miles (from destination center)
Description: What could be better than a tandem skydive over... Read More
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