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Windward East Oahu

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The cool, lush east side of Oahu is known for it's slower-paced lifestyle and small-town atmosphere compared to the busy, hectic life of the city—most of the coastline is accessible only through a single road. The east coast boasts some of the most beautiful beaches on the island, such as Makapuu, Lanikai, Kaneohe, Kualoa, and Laie beach parks. The nearby Koolau mountain range ascends sharply on this side, giving the area its signature winds and cool climate.

+ Kailua & Lanikai

+ Kaneohe Bay Sandbar

+ Byodo-In Temple

+ Makapuu

+ Makapuu Lighthouse

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Latest reviews of Windward East Oahu

Makapuu Lighthouse Trail Hike & Halona Blowhole Tour with Shuttle from Waikiki

Blue hues up in the sky & ocean below

2025/04/18 Couples Calgary hikers

The hike up to the light house was epic! Beautiful! Glad we did it. The weather also cooperated so we were blessed with beautiful blue skies. Picture perfect!
Blow hole… wish we could have stayed longer. 10 minutes was... more

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Makapuu Lighthouse Trail Hike & Halona Blowhole Tour with Shuttle from Waikiki

Makapuu lighthouse trail and blowhole and hanauma bay snorkel

2020/02/08 Families with Young Children Anonymous

Our guide was fantastic, he told us all kinds of information about the landscape and surrounding area. The trail was beautiful as were the views and the blowhole was super cool. Hanauma bay was gorgeous, unfortunately we... more

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5.5-Hour Sunset Guided Photo Tour & East Oahu Sightseeing Experience

Friendly and Knowledgeable Tour Guide

2018/06/16 Couples LQ-V

Our tour guide Alex was excellent. He is friendly and knowledgeable about the island, as well as, photography. I learned a lot about my camera and how to improve on my landscape compositions. I highly recommend Alex from... more

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Windward Oahu Activities 2026 | Book Waikiki Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
The cool, lush east side of Oahu is known for it's slower-paced lifestyle and small-town atmosphere compared to the busy, hectic life of the city—most of the coastline is accessible only through a single road. The east coast boasts some of the most beautiful beaches on the island, such as Makapuu, Lanikai, Kaneohe, Kualoa, and Laie beach parks. The nearby Koolau mountain range ascends sharply on this side, giving the area its signature winds and cool climate.