Pupukea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Popular places to visit

Sunset Beach
Crashing surf and huge waves attract pro surfers to this North Shore beach. Come to watch the action and then stay to see the incredible sunsets.

Banzai Pipeline
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Banzai Pipeline might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Haleiwa. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Waimea Bay
Hike to waterfalls and stroll along this wide North Shore beach, where the winter waves create one of the best pro surfing spots on O’ahu.

Waimea Bay Beach Park
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Waimea Bay Beach Park during your travels in Haleiwa? Discover the area's sunsets and seek out the surfing spots.

Sharks Cove
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Sharks Cove during your travels in Haleiwa? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Pupukea Beach Park
See tropical fish, turtles and eels amongst the colourful coral on this North Shore beach, one of the best snorkelling spots on the island.
Activities

Shark Cage Diving with Hawaii's Original Shark Tour

Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa Full Day Tour

Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co.

North Shore Haleiwa & Dole Plantation Tour - 6.5 hour Deluxe Experience

Polynesian Cultural Center Super Ambassador with Alii Luau

Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle/ Kayak Water Experience
Our pick of the best Pupukea Hotel Deals

Turtle Bay One Bedroom

Studio, Sleeps 4, A/C, Kitchen, Beach 5m Drive
Great! Clean. Easy. Quiet.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

"Waimea Vista" | Oceanfront, Walkable to Beaches
I cannot gush enough about this adorable house! It is the quintessential North Shore experience. Waimea Bay and Valley are beyond gorgeous. The valley had a lovely farmer's market and garden tour with wild peacocks roaming about. We swam at the base of waimea falls too. They charge money to rent ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Bright, clean, airy Rocky Point Beach 1 bedroom loft. Steps to beach & bike path
Relaxing location close to beach.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

North Shore Garden Hideaway Apartment, No Steps
The home is extremely comfortable with everything we needed and more. The property is a retreat- it was wonderful sitting on the patio looking out to the garden. Our hosts were extremely helpful and kind.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay
They try to make pay more at each occasion (parking, …)
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

