Oahu] Enjoy snorkeling in the beautiful waters of Oahu! Introducing popular snorkeling spots and recommended tours!

Oahu, Hawaii's most popular resort island

When you hear the word "beach resort," you think of the ocean and sandy beaches lined with palm trees.

Travel to Hawaii is popular throughout the year among resort destinations, but the most popular resort in Hawaii is Oahu.

The beaches, unspoiled wilderness, and ocean are home to coral reefs and many marine creatures, and marine activities abound.

There are also many shopping malls around the accommodations, and the city is lined with spacious modern buildings.

Oahu's popularity lies in the fact that it is convenient and yet preserves nature.

 

What is Oahu like?

Oahu is the third largest of the eight Hawaiian Islands in the Central Pacific.

Commerce and tourism are thriving, and most of Hawaii's population is concentrated on the island of Oahu.

The sea is designated as a marine life protection zone, etc., and beautiful scenery can be seen at any time of the year.

Visitors will be able to see mysterious landscapes, including powerful scenic areas created by volcanoes, earthquakes, and other tectonic movements, as well as caves in the sea.

 

How to get to Oahu

There are direct flights in and out of Honolulu Airport and a variety of means of transportation from Honolulu Airport.

Departures and arrivals in major cities are available at Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, Kansai International Airport, and other airports, so you can easily travel from the airport that best suits your plans.

The outbound trip will take about 7 hours, and the return trip will take about 9 hours due to wind and other factors.

The flights via are a little cheaper, but be aware that the return trip takes more than 10 hours.

There are several airlines to choose from, so you may want to compare and decide on the services you would like to offer on the plane.

 

Attractions of Oahu

Many places are said to have spectacular scenery, and the landforms created by volcanoes and crustal movement are dynamic, allowing visitors to feel the life force of the earth.

The people of Oahu are cheerful and gentle, and their laid-back lifestyle allows visitors to forget about the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Surrounded by nature, Oahu is a place that reminds us of the wonders of life.

 

Beautiful beaches and vast wilderness

The beautiful beaches, which are unique to beach resorts, have wide skies, clear waters, and white sandy beaches, and are visited by many people.

In addition to the famous Waikiki Beach, there are also beaches for snorkeling and diving, as well as a surfing sanctuary, so you can choose the beach that best suits your needs.

There are activities and sightseeing that take advantage of the vast wilderness, and you will be able to enjoy not only the ocean but also the pristine nature.

 

One of the world's leading resorts

There are resorts all over the world with beautiful seas, but sometimes the towns are just left as they were in the wilderness, and the towns are not well maintained.

On the other hand, the increase in the number of tourists creates many problems, but Oahu has its own rules and activities to protect the environment, and the town is well maintained to make it easy for tourists to live there.

It is for these reasons that Oahu continues to be one of the world's leading resort destinations.

 

Shopping and restaurants are also recommended

Accommodations are mainly located in well-developed cities such as Honolulu, with large shopping malls and restaurants in the area.

It is a short walk or bus ride away, so it will be easy to get there.

Since everything is available, some people buy sunscreen, a change of T-shirt, etc. here.

Souvenirs can also be bought at the mall, so you won't forget them.

Advance reservations are recommended for restaurants during busy periods.

There are many take-out restaurants, so eating while looking at the beach is one of the best parts of the trip.

Popular food and sweets are also gathered in the same area, so you can enjoy eating and walking around.

 

Enjoy snorkeling on Oahu!

Snorkeling is the best way to easily observe colorful coral reefs and tropical fish in Oahu's clear waters.

It can be enjoyed by both small children and the elderly, so why not try snorkeling as a memorable part of your trip?

There are many snorkeling spots on Oahu that can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced snorkelers alike.

 

How to enjoy snorkeling

Snorkeling is a marine activity in which visitors wear an underwater mask and hold a snorkel, a breathing apparatus, in their mouths to observe the underwater environment.

With a floating vest, anyone can easily float.

Also, fins (leg fins) increase the speed of swimming, so you can easily observe underwater.

 

Attraction of snorkeling

The appeal of snorkeling lies in its ease.

Unlike diving, there is no need to wear a wetsuit and carry heavy cylinders.

Wearing a swimsuit or rash guard, you can observe underwater lightly.

Floating vests are worn for safety, so there is no problem even if you are not a confident swimmer.

If you float while observing the fish, you can enjoy the feeling of swimming with them.

 

Enjoy underwater observation in the spectacular ocean!

Oahu's waters offer spectacular underwater scenery as well.

There are many fish in the shallows, so you will be able to enjoy yourself even where you can get your feet on the water.

Boat snorkeling is also a good tour, as you can see fish that cannot be seen in the shallows.

Depending on the location, you may see sea turtles, but for environmental protection reasons, do not touch marine life or coral.

 

Enjoy colorful tropical fish!

On Oahu, you can see tropical fish that are not easily seen in Japan.

Colorful tropical fish are friendly and will come to you while snorkeling.

Small fish have a habit of attaching themselves to larger fish and taking advantage of their food supply, so they may mistake humans for larger fish.

 

Anyone can enjoy it.

Snorkeling is an activity that can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages.

Even beginners can enjoy the tour, as the tour company provides staff to assist them.

Of course, if you act well-prepared, you can easily enjoy yourself alone.

 

Let's have good manners at the beach.

Good manners are important to protect Oahu's beautiful ocean.

Be sure to enjoy your visit with an awareness of coexisting with nature by not touching coral and marine life, taking garbage home with you, and obeying local rules.

 

summary

Oahu is a charming place that combines beach resorts and natural beauty.

It is well worth a visit not only for relaxing on the beach, but also for snorkeling and other activities.

Surrounded by beautiful scenery and kind people, you will have a wonderful and memorable time.