A gigantic number of tourists head to Hawaii every year – for the diverse range of escapades it offers. Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head Crater, Pearl harbor, Downtown Honolulu and various other places in Hawaii offer splendid beauty, recreational activities, shopping options and much more.

Exploring Hawaii - Fun Activities To Participate In The Aloha State

Author: Morad Shaker
A gigantic number of tourists head to Hawaii every year – for the diverse range of escapades it offers. Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head Crater, Pearl harbor, Downtown Honolulu and various other places in Hawaii offer splendid beauty, recreational activities, shopping options and much more.

Hawaii, also known as The Aloha State, is without a doubt, the most beautiful place where you get to explore the splendid beaches, thick rainforests, volcanic craters and of course the fascinating culture. From beaches to mountains to lagoons – it has everything suiting to the choice of everyone. If you are planning a trip to Hawaii, learn about the hippest places to visit there.

If you are interested in water sports, Hawaii is the best place to dive into the fun. From Waikiki to Hanauma Bay, you can participate in activities like scuba diving, jet skiing, wake boarding, banana boat riding, tube riding and more. Some of the famous spots for specific water activities are:

* Waikiki is the best escapade in all of the Hawaii and offers a great deal of water activities. Its long stretch starting from Kahanamoku Beach to Kuhio Beach offers water sports like swimming, canoe riding, snorkeling, surfing, to name a few. Other than these activities, this place is known for its canoe racing and kayak racing.
* For surfers, the best place is the Banzai Pipeline on Oahu's North Shore, also known as a surf mecca. In winter, you will get to surf in the large and hollow wave curls whereas the summer waves are far smaller and gentler.
* A preferred snorkeling spot is nearby China Man's hat (Mokoli'i Island), wherein you get to view green sea turtles as well as tropical fish.
* Makapuu Point, 15 miles from Waikiki, is home to dolphins, sea lions, penguins, etc. apart from that, this place houses Sea Life Park, wherein you can swim with the dolphins. It has a 300,000 gallon aquarium with over 1,000 reef animals and organisms such as sting rays, sharks, turtles and a large variety of tropical fish.

When in Hawaii, you definitely will run out of time to participate in all the activities it offers. Besides the water sports, you can climb up to a magnificent volcanic crater – Diamond Head. Located at the southeast coast of Oahu, this crater offers a mesmerizing view of the west side of the island. You have to climb up the stair through a 225ft long tunnel to reach at the top. Remember to wake up early a the view is even more fabulous at sunrise and if you are there in winters, you may spot some humpback whales in the ocean.

What's a vacation without bringing souvenirs back to home. Kamaka Hawaii where you can find the best handcrafted ukulele – the four string Hawaiian guitar. From vintage aloha shirts and T-shirts to blown glass to pottery and woodwork, you will find everything at the Ala Moana Center. Apart from that, major shopping hotspots are Royal Hawaiian Shoppping Center, Pearleridge Center and Downtown Honolulu. If you are looking to buy local stuff, you can find a number of independent shops offering abundant items on good bargains.

Apart from these exciting excursions, you also get an opportunity to explore the tragic history of Pearl Harbor. Taking a tour down to the place, you will see the remains of the battleship USS Arizona that was ruined during the air strikes by Japanese imperial forces. Located above the sunken hull of the battleship is the USS Arizona Memorial that displays info about the various events that took place that day. A few minutes away from the memorial is the battleship USS Missouri that serves as a museum.

You can find a number of tour services that arrange for island wide tours. Some of them will arrange for the best Pearl Harbor tour, some a fun-filled Waikiki tour and a few will offer Downtown Honolulu. Then, there are several services that will arrange for an all-inclusive tour whereby you can visit all the happening destinations in the island.
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About the Author
This article is written by an expert associated with Royal Hawaiian Tour, a premier company that offers island wide tours and ground transportation from Honolulu International Airport to different places such as Aulani Disney resort, Waikiki hotels and more.

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