Oahu is well-known as a tropical paradise for tourists. But what is it tourists should experience here before they leave the island? Number one: Acai bowls. Acai bowls is a Hawaiian specialty. It has become very popular over the last couple of years in the rest of the world, but it's worth experiencing the dessert in it's right environment. Acai bowl looks a lot like ice cream but it's much healthier. It's made from Acai-berries topped with different berries and coconut. The best Acai bowl in Oahu is located at "da Cove Health bar" near diamondhead and at Haleiwa bowls at the north shore of Oahu.
Number two: Pipeline. The famous surf beach on the north shore of Oahu has fast become one of my all time favorite beaches of all time. Even for those who don't know how to surf it's a beatifull, big beach with not a lot of people on it. You can bring a camera and take some great shots of the surfers that are hitting the waves. Or you can go shorebreaking when it's high tide. If you're one of those who just want to lay in the flat waters and chill then I would recommend Waikiki, but c'mon that's boring! Number three: Three peaks. Granted, I haven't hiked all the hikes on Oahu yet. But out of those I have hiked, three peaks certainly sticks out. With incredible views and spectacular climbs, this hike is one of the best I have ever been on. Three peaks gives you an incredible view over the island and it's nature. It's kind of tough and should not be taken by inexperienced hikers. If you like hiking and rockclimbing, then this is definetly the hike for you. Number four: Surfing. Hawaii's the perfect spot for surfing and no other of the islands have as many spots as Oahu. Either if you're a beginner or an experienced surfer. This is the perfect activity to try out if you like water. Waikiki is probably the best way to get started if you're a beginner. It offers a lot of long and nice longboard waves, where you get plenty of time to learn how to get up and stand on your board. Kaizers and bowls at Ala Moana is for more experienced surfers. Here, it's a bit more shallow and it has bigger waves than at Waikiki. But it's less crowded and you get more speed on your board. For those who are very good at surfing, the north shore is the place to be. Here you can surf the legendary spot "Pipeline" or almost any other beach on the north side of the island. Number five: Snorkling with dolphins. At the westside of Oahu, you have a possibility to snorkel with dolphins in the morning. You can either head out at Electric beach or Makua beach. It's not for everyone though, as you have to be at the beach around 5:30 a.m. If you go though, you will witness a beatifull sunrise as well!
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AuthorHi there! My name is Ole Christian Nymoen. I'm a 22 year old exchange student in Hawaii. I major in Journalis and I love taking action photography and writing about sports. Archives
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