Sunset and 'Ehukai (Banzai Pipeline) Beach
Stop at these amazing surf spots that host surfers from around the world for both enjoyment and competition. Watch the spectacle of surfers catching the thrill of, at times, 20-30 foot waves during the winter months. The rest of the year these beaches are great for relaxing and swimming. Popular Big Wave Surf Contests include:
- Vans Triple Crown of Surfing (November to December)
- The Quicksilver Big Wave Invitational in Memory of Eddie Aikau (December to February)
Turtle Bay Resort: Championship Golf
The Palmer Course provides a "links" style on the front nine and a woodsy layout on hte back nine. The Fazio Course is a less demanding alternative.
Polynesian Cultural Center, La'ie
Discover the charm and beauty of the seven authentically recreated South Pacific Islands at the 42-acre Polynesian Cultural Center. Enjoy the new "Go Native" activities, lu'au, evening show and canoe ride on the freshwater lagoon that winds through typical villages of Fiji, Hawaii, New Zealand, Marquesas, Samoa, Tahiti and Tonga.
James Campbell Nature Wildlife Refuge
From October to February, enjoy a free tour to one of Hawaii's few remaining wetlands, featuring endangered native water birds and migratory birds from Alaska and Siberia.
And once you're done paddling that outrigger canoe, try climbing coconut trees, making fire by rubbing sticks, throwing spears, cooking a Samoan meal and many other activities with Polynesian natives at your side. It's authentic island life, layered with loads of fun. Top it all off with the heralded Ali'i Luau and the island's largest evening show.
