Honolulu, HI

experience

Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours Oahu

There is nothing like seeing the island of Oahu from the air with your legs hanging out of the door!

Kailua, HI

outdoors

Kailua Beach Adventures

From Lanikai or Kailua Beach a kayak to the mokes will take about thirty minutes. A beautiful canoe or kayak paddle to the Mokulua is a great escape for the day to an isolated island. However, there are quite a few tourists who make the journey later in the day. Around the back side of the island, there are quite a few good cliff jumping spots and also the Queen’s bath.

Hauula, HI

outdoors

Mahina Hawaii Adventures

Looking out over Kahana Bay, the Crouching Lion Hike offers amazing views, steep drop-offs, and beautiful lush surroundings. It’s located on the Northeast side of Oahu and is usually much less populated than many of the other hikes on Oahu despite how beautiful it is. There is a local company called Mahina Hawaii that will take you on guided adventures around the island like Crouching Lion Hike. They use their local knowledge and experience of the area to keep you safe and have the best overall experience.

Honolulu, HI

outdoors

Koko Crater Railway Trail

One of the most popular hikes on Oahu, Koko Head Stairs is a relatively short hike but don’t be fooled. The unforgiving incline will have you gasping for breath by the time you reach the top. My personal best was 12:15 but I have seen people fly up much quicker. If you take a leisurely walk up you can expect to finish between 30 minutes and 1 hour.

Honolulu, HI

experience

Oahu Island Tours - North Shore Tours & Circle Island Sightseeing Tours

The North Shore of Oahu is famous for surf, beaches and it’s chill vibes. But you can’t visit the North shore without trying some famous Garlic Shrimp. There are plenty of food trucks lining the coast all claiming to be the best and the original. I tried quite a few of them during my time on Oahu and of the more well-known trucks, I enjoyed Romy’s.

Kailua, HI

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Pali Notches

The Pali Notches are one of the most dangerous hikes on Oahu due to the strong winds that often frequent the trail, which has an unforgiving drop on both sides. You also need to complete a few basic rock climbs to complete the trail. At the end of the trail is the ‘chimney’ a vertical rock face you can climb with the assistance of a rope. This is an iconic photo spot on Oahu.

Honolulu, HI

outdoors

Diamond Head Crater Hike

The most popular hike on Oahu and probably the most popular thing to do on Oahu aside from Waikiki Beach. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the old war bunkers at the top from which you will have amazing views of Waikiki and the ocean.

Honolulu, HI

outdoors

Hahaione Street

Kuliouou Ridge Trail isn’t what you would expect on Oahu. A forest setting you would expect in the Pacific Northwest of the Mainland is a great spot to have an afternoon hike.

Honolulu, HI

outdoors

Manoa Falls

After Diamond Head Hike, Manoa Falls is the second most popular hike on Oahu. Only minutes from the busy streets of Waikiki, this jungle trail leads you to a large waterfall. Jurassic Park and Lost filmed scenes in this lush green area

Honolulu, HI

outdoors

Deadmans Catwalk

Despite what its name might suggest, the Dead Man’s Catwalk provided more amazing views than perils. The catwalk referred to the cement slab that some claim was a possible war-era installation or was previously used as a launch strip for hang gliders. The words “The Dead Man’s Catwalk” were constantly being spray painted on the 6-yard strip that led out to a steep drop-off down the face of cliffs.

HI, United States

outdoors

Hanauma Bay

Hanauma Bay is the most popular spot for tourists to spot a turtle or explore the underwater world of the Pacific Ocean.

Kailua, HI

outdoors

Pillbox Hike

Lanikai is by far one of the prettiest areas on Oahu, laden with spectacular homes, crystal clear water and the famous Mokoluas also known as “mokes” (Mountains) out in the ocean. Only a few blocks back from Lanikai Beach is the beginning of the Lanikai Pillbox Trail (Kaiwa Ridge), known for being one of the easier trails on the island of Oahu. There is no better way to start your day than with a short sunrise hike overlooking the ocean and amazing scenery.

Honolulu, HI

outdoors

Cromwell Honolulu

Only a short drive or a 30-minute walk up the hill from Waikiki is the much more relaxed Cromwell’s beach. Explore around the corner and try and spot the semi-enclosed salt water rock pool created by someone with much, much more money than myself.

Kaneohe, HI

outdoors

Kualoa Ranch & Zipline

Float along a zip-line through Jurassic Park territory! For those who have bungee jumped or been sky diving, it won’t blow your socks off. It is a short scenic float through amazing surroundings, slow enough to allow you to take in where you are, send a Snapchat, or facetime with your family back home

Honolulu, HI

outdoors

Lulumahu Falls

cascading waterfall in the middle of the forest is a peaceful spot to enjoy the afternoon. The hike is right next to the Pali Highway and only takes about 30 minutes. You can swim in the pool below the waterfall.

Honolulu, HI

outdoors

China Walls

China Walls is a little cliff edge on the east side of Oahu. On a calm day it is a perfect spot for some small to medium cliff jumps, a swim and a sun bake. On a day with some swell stand back because China Walls gets crazy. I took this video there on a huge day.