Oahu is one of those places where it’s pretty much impossible to not find something that you love doing. Described by many as the most varied of all the Hawaiian Islands, there’s no shortage of choice in Oahu tours when it comes to being entertained – no matter what...
Nā Mokulua, meaning “the two islands” in Hawai’ian, are two islets off the windward coast of O‘ahu. They are commonly referred to as the Twin Islands or The Mokes. Located about one mile (1.6 km) off Lanikai Beach, the islands are popular for photographs. Both...
[wonderplugin_audio id=”7″] Rich with island history, the charming town of Haleiwa is about a one-hour drive from the scuba diving spots in Waikiki. Marked by the historic Rainbow Bridge over the Anahulu River, Haleiwa welcomes you to the North...
Nestled in Waimea Valley, Waimea Falls is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Oahu. This famous waterfall spills 45 feet (13.7 m) into a natural pool of cool, fresh water where visitors can swim under the cascading falls. Since Waimea Valley is an adventure...
In Hawai’ian, “Pali” means cliff and “Nu`uanu” means cool heights. A million and a half years ago, when Oahu was still forming, a massive landslide occurred and nearly one third of the island fell into the ocean. This force created a tsunami wave over two thousand...
Dole Plantation is Hawai’i’s only remaining pineapple plantation. Along with the North Shore’s sunflower fields, the Dole Plantation is one of the most notable man-made nature reserves in Oahu. It got its start back in 1899 when 22-year-old James Dole...
King Kamehameha I, also known as King Kamehameha the Great, was a great warrior, leader, and diplomat. Still today he is recognized as one of Hawai’i’s greatest historical figures. There is some controversy as to what year King Kamehameha was actually born; some say...
Kualoa Ranch owns the Kaʻaʻawa Valley, commonly known as Kualoa Valley in Honolulu County. The ranch was given its name in 1927. Kualoa in Hawai’ian means “long, large back”. Some say the name is descriptive of its mountain peaks and beautiful valleys, but according...
The Polynesian Cultural Center is ranked as Hawai’i’s number one visitor attraction. Owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, this 42 acre Polynesian-themed park is set on the North Shore of Oʻahu. Performers demonstrate various arts and crafts...
[wonderplugin_audio id=”8″] Ho’omaluhia, meaning “peaceful refuge” in Hawai’ian, is Honolulu’s largest botanical garden. Nestled at the base of the majestic Ko`olau Mountains, the garden was established in 1982. Not unlike the North Shore...
