Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Waianae, Hawaii (HI)

May 15, 2022 Margarita Chappel

Waiʻanae is a census-designated place (CDP) in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States. As of the 2010 Census, the CDP population was 13,177.
Restaurants in Waianae

1. EO Wai'anae Tours

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5.0 based on 1,246 reviews

EO Wai'anae Tours

Family-fun ocean activities and sea life excitement! EO Wai'anae Tours journey along the west side of O'ahu and feature a history of the Wai'anae Coast and marine life such as Dolphins (Nai'a) Turtles (Honu) and a variety of Fishes (I'a). During our winter season is when the Whales (Kohola) come to visit our islands and the sightings of these creatures are amazing. Guests will be able to enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, and paddle boarding while having a memorable experience out at sea. We GUARANTEE dolphins!

2. West Oahu SUP

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5.0 based on 241 reviews

West Oahu SUP

Surf Lesson, SUP lessons, Kayak and SUP paddle Tours, Snorkel Tours, Luau's. Kayak, SUP, Snorkel, and Surfboard Rentals.

3. WestSide Surf Lessons

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5.0 based on 236 reviews

WestSide Surf Lessons

Owner and instructor Danny Boro has 20 years surfing experience, 10 years teaching experience, and a strong safety background as a certified lifeguard. WestSide Surf provides single, tandem, and stand up paddle surf instruction. The Westside Surf experience is the perfect way to learn to surf: scenic, uncrowded beaches, with beginner waves and frequent dolphin sightings!

4. Dolphin Excursions Snorkel Adventure

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5.0 based on 2,312 reviews

Dolphin Excursions Snorkel Adventure

Our ocean safari, lead by marine biologists and naturalists, is based on the leeward coast of the island of Oahu. We are dedicated to guiding guests to a low impact interaction, in and out of the water, with wild dolphins, turtles, and pristine living coral reefs year round. We also add whale watching during the winter months. We specialize in safely leading small groups on our state of the art 34 foot ridged inflatable Scarib with our lifeguard certified crew.

5. Pu’U’Ohulu Kai

87 Kaukama St, Waianae, Oahu, HI
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Pu’U’Ohulu Kai

Reviewed By secretagentgs - Honolulu, United States

This hike is affectionally known as the pink pillbox hike. It’s on the west coast Oahu so it’s off the beaten path so-to-speak, but this hike and locale is amazing!! It’s a good hike, definitely not for the weak hearted since it’s high up and on a winding path that is narrow at points and offers no protection from sliding off the path. But you have to check it out, and I highly recommend going at sunset...the views are AMAZING! There are a few different pillboxes & artifacts from a war and a time past! Super cool spot!!

6. Makaha Beach Park

84-369 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792
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4.5 based on 217 reviews

Makaha Beach Park

A popular beach for surfing.

Reviewed By ladytattoo7 - Honolulu, United States

We live close by and this is our beach of choice on the Leeward side. Lifeguards are awesome, saved my brother's life one day. RESPECT the ocean at all times but esp here. Never turn your back to it! Gorgeous views, lots of local talented surfers!

7. Ka'ena Point State Park

End of Farrington Highway, Waianae, Oahu, HI +1 808-464-0840 http://liveinhawaiinow.com/kaena-point-beach-park/
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4.5 based on 435 reviews

Ka'ena Point State Park

At the very end of Mokuleia where the road dead-ends is Kaena Point State Park with its secluded sandy coves and huge wide-open spaces. The hiking trail follows a deeply rutted unpaved Jeep road with dozens of small seaward paths branching off to the ocean’s edge. If you opt to hike the full round-trip trek from Kaena Point to Yokohama Bay on the Leeward Coast, you’ll need roughly three hours, ample stamina, plenty of water, sunscreen, snacks, body cover and your camera.

Reviewed By Schnickel2016 - San Antonio, United States

It's a beautiful hike to the western tip of the island. Rather easy hike unless it rained one or two nights before. It is really hard to dotch all of the puddles on the path. Would not recommend this for older people or youngsters after rain. Take plenty of water with you. There are tide pools at the end. Wear/take bathing suit and definitely water shoes. No shade on the hike or by the tide pools. My favorite hike on Oahu.

8. Dolphin Star (Hoku Nai'a)

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4.5 based on 378 reviews

Dolphin Star (Hoku Nai'a)

Meet wild dolphins on a Hawaiian eco-tour for all ages aboard the Dolphin Star's Wild Dolphin Watch! A world away from Waikiki, West O’ahu provides the once-in-a-lifetime experience of seeing playful dolphins and other marine life with the stunning backdrop of the Wai’anae mountain range. Panoramic decks and best dolphin activities, with crew of Certified Naturalists, narration, video presentation, keiki program and Dolphin Guarantee year-round! Plus, bonus opportunity to see whales in season (December – April). All aboard the Dolphin Star (Hoku Nai'a), an eco-friendly catamaran custom built for wild dolphin watching and snorkeling in paradise.

9. Maili Beach Park

87-021 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792 +1 808-668-1137 http://lookintohawaii.com/hawaii/4153/maili-beach-park-beaches-oahu-waianae-hi
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Maili Beach Park

Reviewed By Studyhardallday - Waianae, United States

Great place to hang out and enjoy the day. Beautiful beach to take a stroll down the white sandy beach. Nice place to hang out and go for a swim.

10. Pokai Bay Beach Park

960 Bayview St #85, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792 +1 808-780-9772 https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dobor/pokai-bay/
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4.0 based on 57 reviews

Pokai Bay Beach Park

Reviewed By D6094CSdanc - Honolulu, United States

The breakwater makes family swimming safe. It is also near the Army Rec center beach which offers good beginner surfing most of the time. Get there early to see the dolphins when they come by. Snorkel to see the turtles.

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