The initial idea for our vacation in Hawaii was to spend a week in the sun, the sea and relax in the shade of the palm trees that line the beautiful beaches of Honolulu. This expectation was completely disregarded, because once landed it took only a few hours to realize all the sporting activities and excursions that we could have done!
How to resist?

From the simplest to the most courageous, here are some ideas to turn you into sport during your vacation in Honolulu.

Diamond Head

The Diamond Head State Monument is an unmissable destination for hikers and geological and military history enthusiasts.

This is a very extensive park that includes the inner and outer slopes of the Diamond Head volcanic cone; the walk is quite difficult (considering that there are often benches to rest in case of need), the only caution is to bring with you enough water and leave early in the morning in order to avoid the hottest hours as all the way it is exposed to the sun.

The duration varies from 1 to 2 hours and includes crossings of a concrete walkway, the passage on lava flows and a last stretch of sloping stairs.

The crater is clearly visible and at the top you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the Pacific and Honolulu.

Surf

Impossible to resist the call of the waves! Whether you are an expert surfer or absolute beginner, do not worry: from the incredible waves of North Shore up to those much quieter than Waikiki you will still find your perfect wave.

Shark Cage

Saying “good morning” to the North Shore sharks is an experience you will not forget. I advise you to leave with the first morning excursion, it’s a hike but it’s worth it as soon as you see the sharks swimming peacefully around your cage about 3 miles from the coast.

Dole Plantation

Dedicate one day to discover the Hawaiian countryside surrounding the Dole Area, which you can visit on board the Pinapple Express, get lost in the huge labyrinth of Hawaiian plants, go through hibiscus gardens and of course sample the famous Dole pineapples.

Big Island

If you have the chance, do not just watch Ohau but go to the discovery of at least one of the other islands that make up the Hawaiian archipelago.

We chose Big Island for one simple reason: the last eruption had been a few months before we arrived and therefore we had the possibility to fly with the helicopter the area of the crater in activity, with the lava that with its path changes the landscape becoming an integral part of the same to form the famous black sand beaches.

Aloha!