Things to do on Oahu!

• Windsurfing, surfing and body-boarding at Waikiki and (less crowded and more scenic) North Shore and Kailua Beach. Snorkeling and diving trips leave from Waikiki and most hotels.
• Horseback riding on the North Shore and Windward Koolau Range
• Hiking all over the island: in particular, Diamond Head State Park (excellent view of Honolulu and the surrounding area). Also visit Lanikai's Pillbox (leftover from WWII sitting above Lanikai). Gives spectacular view of Waimanalo, the Koolau Mountains, Kailua and the Mokulua Islands sitting in the distance.
• Kayak on the Windward side to the Mokulua Islands which are a bird sanctuary and also offer encounters with turtles which have made a huge comeback in the Windward bay area. It should be noted that it is against state law to violate the sanctuary area. The beach on the islands is not part of the restricted zone, however.
• Driving tour around East-side of island gives spectacular views. Stop several times along the route to see blowhole, swim in secluded cove, hike up to the Lighthouse for amazing views or check out ancient Hawaiian drawings and Heeiaus.
• Driving tour over the Pali Highway; be sure to visit the Pali Lookout.
• Drive up to the Round-Top Forest Reserve. (excellent view of Honolulu and the surrounding area)
• Snorkeling and sun bathing at Hanauma Bay
• Playing golf at one of magnificient Ohau' courses.

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