West Coast
of Oahu Vacation Activities
(Things
to do on Oahu)
Looking
for unique things to do Oahu in secrert places? Marine biologist crew
takes your Oahu vacation for a sailing journey with whale and dolphins
into their own "backyard." Wild Side has been involved in
studies and conservation of the diverse marine life on Oahu for over
a decade. Located on rural coastline of the "other Oahu",
share the secrets they have found away formt the city life of Waikiki
and Honolulu; 
pristine resting grounds of Hawaiian
spinner dolphins. Swim with the dolphins in nearshore waters and watch
their natural behavior in the wild. Visit an obscure area hosting
one of the fastest growing and largest populations of humpback whales
on Oahu; and a unique feeding ground for the green sea turtle, with
its own "cleaning station" . .
- Hotel now open! Go on a virtual
tour of this championship 18 hole golf course nestled in Makaha
Valley sporting gorgeous ocean views.
Looking for what to do on Oahui that is cutlural? The ancient
gods of Hawai'i made specific places on the island sacred. These places
include,but are not limited to, dwelling places of the gods and their
disciples as well as selected observation points, cliffs, heiau, volcanoes
and many more. They are known as 'wahi pana', or the sacred places
of Hawai'i. Even today they possess mana (spiritual power) for the
Hawaiians.
One such ancient Hawaiian Heiau can be found deep in Makaha Valley
and is one of Hawaii's best maintained archeological sites. The Kane'aki
Heiau was built in the fifteenth century and was known to be both
an agricultural heiau and a war temple. Having researched the site,
archaeologists believe the heiau first served Lono, the god of agriculture
and peace, then later was dedicated to Ku, the god of war. At this
point human sacrifices were performed on the first prisoners of war.
Kaneana Cave, Makua
Near Mauka Beach about one mile before the end of Farrington Highway,
Kaneana, the sharkman deity made his home in this sea cave which is
volcanic and coral in formation
The E'ala
Double Hulled Polynesian Voyaging Canoe at Waianae Boat Harbor.
The E’ala was built at Wai'anae on the Leeward side of Oahu by
the Wai'anae Civic Club in 1981. The E'ala was built for the children
of Waianae, so that they could have the opportunity to experience
firsthand the sailing a Wa'a Kaulua (Double Hulled Canoe), how important
the canoe was to the life of the ancient Hawaiians; and to instill
pride and self-esteem to the native-Hawaiian people who living here
on the Leeward Coast.
Makaha' Beach’s claim to fame is that its an internationally renown as a
superb site for surf boarding. The Makaha Caves offshore have underwater formations that
resemble caverns, arches and tunnels at depths of 30 to 50 feet and are a popular dive
spot on the Waianae Coast in the calmer summer months.
Ko Olina Wedding Chapel, Ko’olina Marriott Ihilani
For romance or simply to admire its unique beauty, stop at this wedding
chapel, which has prism glass windows overlooking the Pacific. Ko
Olina Chapel rests on the shoreline path of a breathtaking blue lagoon
in Ko Olina Resort and is surrounded by the alluring Hawaiian mountains
in a distance. It was created for weddings with the most discriminating
brides and grooms and promises to bestow an elegant experience of
a lifetime on their wedding day. The chapel's design, symbolizes an
infinite circle of love, and was inspired by a glistening, multi-faceted
diamond engagement ring.
Paradise Cove Luau, Koolina
Serving
Hawaii's malihini (guests) and kama'aina (locals) for more than 20
years, Paradise Cove is one of the largest and most respected luau
shows in Hawai'i. Located at the beautiful Ko Olina Resort on the
leeward coast of O'ahu.
101
Free things to do on Oahu
