Oahu] Enjoy the spectacular view of Oahu surrounded by nature from an observation deck! About popular observation decks and how to get there

Oahu, Hawaii's most popular resort island

Oahu Island is ranked as one of the most popular places for Japanese people,

Diamond Head is a symbol of Waikiki and Oahu,

It is the most popular resort area in Hawaii, blessed with great natural beauty, including white sand beaches.

Many repeat visitors are familiar with Oahu, and the many Japanese who visit the island make it the only overseas city where Japanese is spoken.

 

What is Oahu like?

Oahu is the gateway to the state of Hawaii and is home to the state capital, Honolulu.

Honolulu is home to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and is a political, economic, and cultural center. Luxury resort hotels line Kalakaua Boulevard in Waikiki, and rooms with ocean views are popular.

Oahu is also home to famous landmarks such as Diamond Head, which is especially popular among tourists for its spectacular sunrise and sunset views.

 

How to get to Oahu

Direct flights from Japan to Oahu are available from Narita, Haneda, New Chitose, Chubu, Kansai, and Fukuoka airports.

We fly to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

The time required is different between the return trip and the destination due to the prevailing westerly winds, but it is approximately 7 to 8 hours.

Including major airlines JAL, ANA, Delta, Hawaiian, United, etc,

LCCs, etc.

 

Attractions of Oahu

The island of Oahu, with its abundance of natural beauty, offers a variety of activities to suit all tastes,

Recommended for family trips, lovers, girls' trips, honeymoons, graduation trips, and other memorable occasions.

Oahu has such many attractions, but here are three of them.

 

Beautiful beaches and vast wilderness

The island of Oahu in Hawaii, visited by one million Japanese each year, has beautiful ocean and white sand beaches,

There is vast wilderness with mountains, valleys, and waterfalls perfect for trekking and hiking.

If you want to participate in activities and tours, there are optional tours with a Japanese-speaking guide,

Even beginners and those who are not comfortable with English can participate.

As a volcanic island, Hawaii has a wide variety of nature and flora, including ocean and mountain terrain, that will keep you coming back time and time again.

 

One of the world's leading resorts

The island of Oahu, where resort life can be enjoyed, is one of the world's leading resort destinations and attracts many tourists from around the world, including Japanese.

Oahu offers a wide variety of hotels, from luxury resorts to reasonably priced hotels and condominiums.

Accommodations are available and can be chosen according to your budget.

You will be able to spend a relaxing time in the marine blue ocean and nature, forgetting about the passage of time.

 

Shopping and restaurants are also recommended

Oahu is home to luxury resort hotels, restaurants that offer world cuisines, and

There are shopping centers of all sizes where you can get everything you want.

The restaurant is especially popular among women, who can enjoy Hawaii's famous loco moco, pancakes, and other sweets and desserts.

If you are looking for shopping, the Ala Moana Shopping Center is a good place to visit for Japanese people.

The approximately 300 stores, including restaurants, include many brands that have no stores in Japan,

You can see colorful and fashionable designs of swimsuits, clothes, and miscellaneous goods.

If you are looking for souvenirs, take a look at the Ala Moana Shopping Center.

The town also offers many unique boutiques and Hawaii's own general merchandise stores.

If you are looking for a souvenir that is uniquely Hawaiian, please look for this one as well.

You will surely find your favorite one.

 

The spectacular view of Oahu surrounded by the great outdoors.
Enjoy it from the observation deck!

One of the most spectacular views on Oahu that you should see is the spectacular view from Diamond Head.

From Diamond Head, you can enjoy a full 360° view of Waikiki Beach and the magnificent scenery of West Oahu.

Hiking trails have been developed, so anyone can easily enjoy hiking to the observatory.

If you are on a tour, an escort will climb with you, so you can reach the summit without any difficulty.

 

Attractions of the Observatory

From the observation deck, you can see the beautiful ocean during the day and the sparkling night view of Waikiki in the evening and at night.

Hawaii also has unique coastlines, mountains, and canyons created by volcanic eruptions, and the view from the observatory allows visitors to experience the wonders of nature.

If you want to experience the best of Oahu's observatory attractions, you may want to consider an observatory tour that takes you around the observatory.

 

A panoramic view of the vast wilderness

Oahu's lookout points are often located on mountaintops and cliffs that were formed by volcanic eruptions, and not only offer a panoramic view of the city,

You can enjoy the natural beauty of Oahu with its crashing waves, reefs, and rugged mountain surfaces.

The observatory is located on a hill and is famous for its strong winds, so be careful not to let your hat or other items get blown off.

 

The impressive sunset is
Memories you'll never forget.

The sunset over the horizon from a lookout point on Oahu looks different from the view from the ocean, which is also impressive.

The photogenic sight will be a lifetime memory for couples and honeymooners.

Also, the sunset in Hawaii looks different every time, even from the same location.

 

Trekking can also be enjoyed

Trekking to the observatory at the top of the mountain while enjoying the beautiful coastline and lush nature is very popular among tourists.

Trekking up the mountain with your breath knocked out will be easier if you enjoy the spectacular view of Hawaii while doing it.

 

Popular Observatories on Oahu

Here are some of the most popular observation decks on Oahu.

The 360° panoramic view from the observatory will be a great memory.

 

Nuuanu Pali Lookout

The Nuuanu Pali Lookout is the site of the final decisive battle for control of all the Hawaiian Islands by King Kamehameha the Great in 1795,

This is the famous place where cornered Oahu soldiers threw themselves from the precipice to commit suicide.

On Oahu, legend has it that if you bring pork at night, bad luck will befall you.

In Hawaiian, "Pali" means cliff, and the Nuuanu Pali Lookout offers a panoramic view of the Ko'olau Mountains and lush Windward.

 

thing to note

The Nuuanu Pali Lookout is a famous tourist attraction on Oahu, and the highlight is the many chickens that greet you.

Chickens that had been kept as livestock escaped from the farm after the hurricane hit and became wild,

With no animals to serve as natural enemies, Hawaii has become a paradise for chickens.

The Nuuanu Pali Lookout is also known for its strong winds; wind speeds of 50 meters are not uncommon.

The Ko'olau Mountains are also prone to rain, and since the weather is changeable, it is advisable to bring rain gear just in case.

 

Access

The Nuuanu Pali Lookout is 3 or 4 minutes from Waikiki on the H1 freeway and then the Pali Highway, where there is an open road,

Residential areas come into view on both sides.

When you see the sign "Nuuanu Pali Dr" on the right after Dorset Ave. and Waokanaka St,

After climbing the mountain for about 5 minutes, you will see a sign and a side road on your right that reads "Nuuanu Pali Lookout",

Up that side road is the parking for the Nuuanu Pali Lookout.

At the parking lot, purchase tickets for $3 per car and leave them in your car so that you can see them through the windshield.

 

Tantalus Hill

Tantalus Hill is a popular one-stop destination on Oahu.

Its official name is Puu Ualakaa National Park, and it is located about 10 kilometers from Waikiki.

From here, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Honolulu City, including downtown and Diamond Head.

 

thing to note

The highlight is the beautiful night view from Tantalus Hill and the shimmering city of Waikiki, which will put you in a romantic mood.

If you come to Hawaii with your sweetheart, you can't miss Tantalus Hill.

Tantalus Hill closes when the sun sets, so check the sunset time and arrive 30 minutes before.

However, these days it is safer to go on a tour than on a private tour due to security issues.

If you are on a tour, you may be picked up and dropped off at the nearest hotel by bus, which is very convenient.

 

Access

As we mentioned earlier, we recommend that you take a tour to access Tantalus Hill for security reasons.

If you are going privately, a cab would be a good option.

One option is to rent a car, but it is dangerous at night.

The area around the observatory is unlit, there are no houses nearby, and car vandalism has been reported, so be very careful.

 

Makapuu Lookout

Makapuu Lookout is located on the southeastern tip of Oahu along the Kalanianaole Highway.

The Makapuu Lookout overlooks the beautiful coastline of the Windward District.

In Hawaiian, makapu'u means hill, and in the past it was a place of worship where one could watch the sunrise.

 

thing to note

Makapuu Lookout is a popular and spectacular spot on the east coast of Oahu, with two viewpoints.

The most popular trail is the Makapuu Lighthouse Trail, which takes about 30~40 minutes one way.

If the weather is good, the island of Molokai can be seen, and in winter, if you are lucky, whales can be seen.

The other is from the Makapuu Lookout along the Kalanianaole Highway, conveniently located near a free parking lot.

 

Access

Tours are a convenient way to visit Makapuu Observation Deck.

If you are taking a cab, it will take about 30 minutes from Waikiki, and Uber or Lyft will be less expensive.

If you take the bus, take bus 22 from Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki or bus 23 from Kuhio Avenue for about 60 minutes,

Get off at the last stop, Sea Life Park.

Then it is about 15 minutes on foot to the start of the Macapu Trail.

 

Enjoy the spectacular views on Oahu
Activities are also popular

Hawaii is not only a world-class tourist destination, but also offers some of the best activities.

During your stay in Hawaii, be proactive in experiencing activities and make lots of memories.

 

Recommended Activities

Here are some popular activities on Oahu.

Please refer to the following information when traveling to Oahu.

 

skydiving

Skydiving is a popular activity in Hawaii.

Skydiving from a maximum altitude of 4,267 meters into the sky is a thrilling, one-minute free-fall experience.

The satisfaction of soaring to the ground with a spectacular view of Oahu is a special feeling that only those who have experienced it can understand.

 

Recommendations

The airfield on the North Shore of Oahu has been called the most beautiful drop zone in the world.

Many skydivers and tourists gather to enjoy the spectacular view of Hawaii from the sky.

Oahu is rich not only in ocean but also in mountains, canyons, and other natural wonders, and skydiving is a great way to see them from the sky.

The thrill and excitement of skydiving itself is over in an instant,

Once you experience skydiving, you will enjoy it so much that you will want to fly in the sky again.

 

parasailing

One of the best marine activities on Oahu is parasailing.
The charm of parasailing is that it is like being a bird between the blue sky and the sea while feeling a comfortable breeze.

It is to be able to fly in the open.

 

Recommendations

The point of parasailing on Oahu is the magnificent view of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the sky.

It can be scary at first, but once you take the plunge and try flying, the exhilaration is sure to be addictive.

 

zipline

One of the most popular activities on Oahu is ziplining.

The activity is a thrilling one in which a rope is stretched between trees, and a pulley is used to slide down between the ropes.

It is done in Japan, but the ziplines on Oahu far surpass them.

 

Recommendations

One of the largest ziplines on Oahu is about 6 km long at Kualoa Ranch, with seven separate courses.

Gliding down a pulley through the wilderness will give you a thrilling and exhilarating experience, and will refresh you and help you forget about the unpleasant things in your daily life.

 

cruising

If you come to Hawaii, be sure to join us on a cruise.

When you come to Hawaii, you will want to visit not only Oahu but also other islands.

However, it is a hassle to fly all the way there.

In such cases, a circular cruise is convenient.

Also, a sunset cruise to watch the sunset over dinner is a great way to remember your trip.

 

Recommendations

You can experience the excitement of a large sunset over the ocean at the

Dinner is included in the tour, so get dressed up and have a good time.

Cruising around the Hawaiian Islands during the day is also recommended.

Many repeat visitors come back to cruise around and enjoy the mystical Hawaii created by volcanic eruptions.

 

riding horse

Horseback riding is another popular activity in Hawaii, and there are optional tours on Oahu for inexperienced riders.

It is a rare opportunity to ride a horse in Japan, so it is a valuable experience.

 

Recommendations

If you want to go horseback riding on Oahu, Kualoa Ranch in the northeastern part of the island is the place to go.

The ranch is vast, about 450 times the size of the Tokyo Dome, and a video in Japanese explains how to ride a horse.

Kualoa Ranch is a ranch that was used for the filming of the Hollywood movie "Jurassic Park," where visitors can enjoy the great outdoors.

There are one-hour and two-hour courses, and the recommended two-hour course is a tour of movie locations on the ranch.

There is also a course that takes visitors through the Ka'ava Valley while overlooking the cobalt blue Pacific Ocean from a high point.

All courses are accompanied by an instructor, so you can experience them with peace of mind.

 

Three recommended tours

Here are three of the most popular tours on Oahu.

 

Hawaii Parasailing

Parasailing is a very popular activity that allows you to enjoy Hawaii's beautiful ocean and Waikiki scenery from the sky.

The view of Hawaii from the highest altitude of 150 meters will be unforgettable.

Feel the fresh breeze and fully enjoy the extraordinary sensation of coming down between the sky and the sea.

 

Sunset Dinner Cruise

Hawaii's very popular Sunset Dinner Cruise is an activity that tourists from all over the world want to participate in at least once.

Enjoy the sunset over Hawaiian waters as you indulge in seven courses of crab, lobster, steak, and more on a luxury cruise ship.

On Friday nights, you can watch the fireworks display from the boat.

 

Horseback Riding Experience

You can enjoy horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch, the largest ranch on Oahu, while viewing the great outdoors.

Even beginners can feel at ease as instructors teach them carefully.

Recommended is the 2-hour course that takes you to spots that have been used for filming movies.

 

summary

The island of Oahu, Hawaii, offers a wide variety of scenic overlooks, activities, shopping, dining, and resort hotels.

Many Japanese people visit Hawaii, and since the Japanese language is commonly spoken, you can enjoy sightseeing with peace of mind.

We invite you to visit Oahu, where the weather is mild and comfortable throughout the year.

Thank you for taking the time to read this to the end.