Best Things to Do on the North Shore of Oʻahu

Oʻahu’s North Shore has a completely different pace than Waikiki or Honolulu. Here’s what to prioritize on a North Shore day trip:

• See the turtles at Laniakea Beach (keep a respectful distance — protected by law)

• Try surfing yourself at Chun’s Reef or Puaʻena Point, even with zero experience

• Eat at the food trucks in Haleʻiwa, and Matsumoto Shave Ice (a Haleʻiwa institution since 1951)

• Walk the beach at Waimea Bay

• Explore Haleʻiwa town’s surf shops, galleries, and eateries

Pairing the turtles at Laniakea with a beginner surf lesson nearby is one of the easiest ways to fill a North Shore morning. See Lesson Options.