Spend the day exploring the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands. Wander through 42 acres of tropical splendor and enjoy the adventure of traditional hands-on activities. Dine like royalty at an authentic Polynesian lūʻau and top it off with the most spectacular evening show in the 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.
Everyone should experience the thrill of snorkeling at least once in his or her lifetime. Snorkel, a fun and easy recreational activity, is experienced at its best in Hawaii’s exquisite snorkel paradise—Hanauma Bay.
Although we’re known for our submarine scooters, we offer so much more. Our most popular tour is the 2-hour scooter and snorkeling tour, which is a relaxing day on the boat with plenty of time in the water. However, you may like our scenic boat tours, fishing charters, or many of our other fun activities.
If you want to combine your vacation with surfing, Waikiki surf lessons are an ideal choice for you to learn how to surf! The reason is the currents that are taking place around the year in Hawaii and in particular in the Waikiki area. So that’s why Waikiki beach is the best place to learn how to surf in Hawaii or improve your surfing in no time.
Pearl Harbor is Hawaii’s number one visitor destination with over 1.8 million visitors a year. At the focal point is the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center which provides access to the USS Arizona Memorial, the USS Battleship Missouri or “Mighty MO”, Bowfin Submarine & the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum nearby.
Shark or “Mano” in Hawaiian, is still central to the culture of the native Hawaiians and is featured in many legends. Hawaiians today still revere the shark and honor them as ancestral familial Gods of long ago. They are one of many central figures in Hawaiian mythology and are featured in countless legends throughout the Pacific. The shark God Kamohoali`i guided his sister Fire Goddess Pele on her journey as she escaped a feud with her sister which resulted in the creation of the Hawaiian Islands. We will take you on a journey to see one of the many forms of sharks, the descendants of Hawaiian folklore, and witness their agility and gracefulness as they glide by just inches away from you. All this and a breathtaking view of Oahu’s North Shore are part of the Hawaii shark tour.
Experience a unique oceanic adventure in the world's largest recreational submarine and descend to 100 feet beneath the surface of the ocean. Watch the drama of nature unfold as we bring you up close and personal to Hawaii's marine wonders! With 64 seats and large portholes, our Submarine adventure is a must-have experience.
The Byodo-In Temple is located at the foot of the Ko'olau Mountains in Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. It was established on June 7, 1968, to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the first Japanese immigrants to Hawaii. The Byodo-In Temple in O'ahu is a smaller-scale replica of the over 950-year-old Byodo-in Temple, a United Nations World Heritage Site in Uji, Japan.
At the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace, you can find discounts on a wide selection of high quality products from clothing, accessories, Hawaiian souvenirs, pre-packaged ethnic foods, fine jewelry and vintage antiques. Beautifully handcrafts products and exclusive art pieces are made and sold by the artist themselves, which truly make great gifts for yourself or that special someone.