Kualoa Private Nature Reserve, also known as Hawaii's "Jurassic Valley", is a privately owned 4,000-acre paradise that offers numerous ways to see one of the most beautiful valleys remaining on O'ahu. Kualoa may look very familiar to you as over 70 movies and TV shows have been filmed at Kualoa since the 1950's. Kualoa has a Jurassic Valley Zipline, Electric Bike Tours, ATV Tours, Horseback Tours, Jurassic Jungle Expeditions, Ocean Voyage Tours and the always popular Hollywood Movie Site Tours.
There is no entry fee for the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, and no ticket is required to see the museums. The USS Arizona Memorial program can be accessed by reservation or through the first come first served standby line. It is strongly recommended that visitors make advanced reservations online at www.recreation.gov.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is a stunning and unique destination located on the southeastern side of Oahu. Formed within a volcanic cone, this pristine marine ecosystem offers visitors an amazing place to snorkel and explore the diverse wildlife that inhabit the area. The bay is protected by vertical crater walls and a peripheral reef which help keep the water calm and tranquil, making it an ideal spot for swimming, snorkeling, and observing marine life. Visitors can expect to see hundreds of species of fish, coral, and other aquatic creatures while exploring.
Visit authentic villages and mingle with natives from six Pacific cultures as they demonstrate their arts, crafts and traditions. A very cool way to experience and learn all about the cultures of the Pacific Islands!
Dole Plantation provides enjoyable activities for the entire family, including the Pineapple Express Train Tour, the Plantation Garden Tour, and the Pineapple Garden Maze. Also popular are informational displays and presentations, as well as our plantation country store offering a wide variety of Dole Plantation gifts, local favorites, foods and refreshments including the world-famous Dole Soft Serve! And, before you leave you can purchase fresh pineapple to take home.
Hawaii’s most recognized landmark is known for its historic hiking trail, stunning coastal views, and military history. Diamond Head State Monument encompasses over 475 acres, including the interior and outer slopes of the crater.
The Honolulu Zoo is unique in that it is the only zoo in the United States to be established by grants made by a sovereign monarch. There are approximately 900 different animals from the tropics that now reside. Komodo Dragons, orangutans, elephants, primates, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and a variety of African animals can be viewed in their specially-designed habitats daily.