5-Day Honolulu Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Hiking Diamond Head Crater
    20 minutes (9.8 miles) from Honolulu International Airport

    Hike one of the most recognized volcanic craters in the world while enjoying panoramic views of Honolulu and the Pacific Ocean.

  2. Day 2: Surfing Lessons at Waikiki Beach
    12 minutes (3.8 miles) from Diamond Head Crater

    Learn to surf at the beach where Duke Kahanamoku, the father of modern surfing, first introduced the sport. Lessons last two hours and include all equipment.

  3. Day 3: Kayaking to Chinaman's Hat
    50 minutes (24.9 miles) from Waikiki Beach

    Paddle to the iconic Mokoli'i Island, also known as Chinaman's Hat and explore the island’s coves and beaches before enjoying a catered picnic lunch.

  4. Day 4: Swimming with Sharks North Shore
    50 minutes (30.4 miles) from Chinaman's Hat

    Dive into the open ocean and get up close and personal with sharks ranging from 5 to 15 feet long. The tour also includes snorkeling at several locations to see turtles, schools of fish, and coral reefs.

  5. Day 5: Ziplining at Coral Crater Adventure Park
    30 minutes (17 miles) from Swimming with Sharks North Shore

    The park features six zip lines, an aerial adventure tower, an obstacle course, and ATV rides to get your adrenaline pumping.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Diamond Head Crater (1-2 hours, $5 per car or $1 per person for pedestrians)
  • Surfing Lessons at Waikiki Beach (2 hours, $65 per person)
  • Kayaking to Chinaman's Hat (4 hours, $145 per adult)
  • Swimming with Sharks North Shore (2 hours, $125 per person)
  • Ziplining at Coral Crater Adventure Park (3 hours, $159 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs = $499 per person

Useful Tips

For those who have more time, plan a day trip to see the stunning waterfalls and gardens on the windward side of the island of Oahu. For those who have less time, skip kayaking to Chinaman's Hat or ziplining at Coral Crater Adventure Park.

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