Vacation Activities & Things To Do In Oahu, Hawaii
Known as the "Heart of Hawaii", Oahu is a beautiful island - the third largest of the Hawaiian chain of islands. It is a dynamic up-to-date vacation destination housing about 75% of the Hawaiian population. The island is a paradise of diverse landscapes - soaring mountains, desert volcanic craters, dense forests and tropical beaches, so there are available countless things to do and leisure activities. It is an appealing holiday destination subtly blending the unspoiled natural beauty with the most luxurious modern amenities - it has all the city comforts enveloped by scenic natural wonders. One of the most recognized sites is Waikiki - a world-famous man-made beach attraction including a great variety of hotels, shopping centers, entertainment and fun. The island also homes a wide range of "must-see" sights such as "Koko Crater Botanical Garden", "Arizona Memorial", "China Town", "Bishop Museum", and "Iolani Palace".
Vacation activities on Oahu are plentiful - scuba diving, sailing, parasailing, snorkeling, kayaking, horseback riding, sports fishing, sky diving, whale watching or encountering dolphins and sharks. There are available also things to do in Oahu like hiking to the top of Diamond Head, visiting the adventurous Kualoa Ranch, discovering the Valley of the Temples, and getting typical Hawaiian flavor in Kapahulu. Beside this abundance of exotic activities, there are a few top adventures that should never be missed while vacation on Oahu - visit the historic Pearl Harbor, attend a dazzling "Polynesian Magic Show", experience an adventure of a lifetime kayaking to a secluded beach, take on an "Atlantis Submarine", and last but not least get a typical Hawaiian Lei - a souvenir for a lifetime!
Tours of Oahu offer challenges and activities that will satisfy all travelers yearning for adrenaline and adventure. One of the most enticing day trips on the island is 45-minute "Oahu Helicopter Tour" revealing most of Oahu's "must-see" attractions such as historic Honolulu Harbor, Dole Pineapple Plantation, Keehi Lagoon, and beautiful Waikiki Beach. Another tour that is appreciated by all nature lovers is "Oahu Mountain Rainforest Small Group Adventure" including a narrative walking along magnificent forests of beautiful trees, hibiscus flowers and panoramic views. "Oahu Shark Dive" is another adventure available on the island - a thrilling encounter with a large variety of sharks, turtles and dolphins, a truly adrenaline-rising trip leaving long-lasting memories.
From exquisite luxury and splendor to amiable getaway and budget lodging houses, Oahu offers something for everyone. The sophisticated island is easily accessible and homes some of the most splendid and classy resorts in the Hawaiian archipelago such as Kahala Hotel and Resort, Halekulani, and Turtle Bay Resort. Getting to the island and trying some of its fantastic vacation activities is easy with an abundance of flights from all over the globe landing to "Honolulu International Airport" every day. There a few options of getting around Oahu - renting a car, which is the best choice for traveling for long distances, using the public transportation like the bus, which is convenient and inexpensive, taking a taxi or riding the trolley - an exciting way of getting to know Oahu as the trolleys create a typical Hawaiian atmosphere, take travelers to all popular vacation spots and provide tourists with interesting information about the area.
Featured Tours In Oahu
Select below from the most exciting things to do in Oahu, Hawaii: local cruises, helicopter tours, volcano adventures, submarine adventure trips, luau, day trips and many other vacation activities!
USS Missouri, Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor and Punchbowl Day Tour
Big Island Day Trip: Volcanoes National Park from Oahu
Oahu Sunset Dinner Cruise - Fine Dining
Oahu Leeward Coast Dolphin and Snorkel Half-Day Cruise
Oahu Atlantis Submarine Adventure
Polynesian Cultural Center and Deluxe Circle Island Oahu
Oahu Shark Dive
Kauai Day Trip: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River from Oahu
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