By Sabah Karimi
Hawaii Kai is a large residential area on the island of Oahu. It is one of the largest communities on the eastern side of the island, and was originally developed around fishponds and wetlands. Today, the area is home to shopping centers, public parks, restaurants and a few sandy
beaches in the Kalama Valley. Visitors and residents alike can enjoy a number of activities and natural sites throughout this beautiful region of Oahu.
Go Snorkeling in Hanauma Bay
This marine-life sanctuary is an idyllic spot for snorkeling adventures, and is considered to be one of the best natural resources in Hawaii. You can take go on a dive or scuba tour with the Hanauma Bay Dive Tour operator and see underwater marine life, sea turtles, tropical fish and manta rays in action.
Visit the Makapu'u Lighthouse
This historic lighthouse sits majestically on a hill near the Koko Crater, and you can take a tour up to the site to see some beautiful views of the ocean and coastlines. The lighthouse was built in 1909, and you can climb up to the lookout to see Manana Island, the Molokai Channel and Kaohikaipu Island on a clear day. This is also a great place to see humpback whales traveling across the Molokai Channel.
Explore the Koko Crater Botanical Garden
Explore the Plumeria Grove, palms, cactii and exotic flowers at this exotic garden located 200 acres inside the Koko Crater. The inner slopes are home to dozens of dryland plant species, and you can spend a few hours exploring the wide trails and natural setting at your own pace with a self-guided tour.
Golf at Hawaii Kai Golf Course
This golf course is close to the ocean and features a full-service club house, a championship and executive golf course, and breathtaking views of Maui and Molokai on a clear day. The venue offers something for beginners to advanced golfers, and you can look forward to the tropical temperatures and non-stop sunshine on almost every visit.
Explore the Halona Beach Cove
This cove made an appearance in the movie "From Here to Eternity" and ABC's "Lost," and is located on one of the most romantic beaches on the south shore of Oahu. The beach has been nicknamed "Eternity Beach" because of this famous cove, and a short walk to the right side of the beach will take you to the Halona Blowhole Overlook.
About the Author:
Sabah Karimi is a professional web and print copywriter with an educational background in Business Administration and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. She writes in several niches including travel, fashion, beauty, health, fitness, lifestyle and small business. Karimi received a Top Content Creator Award from Demand Studios in 2009.
