h turtles and seals children can throw fish to.
=Diamond Head=--Named for its volcanic crystals once thought to be
diamonds, this familiar landmark has seen a lot of changes take
place at Waikiki. If you'd like to hike its flank for a Diamond
Head view of things, call the Hawaiian National Guard for
permission and directions.
[Illustration: Waikiki and Diamond Head]
[Illustration: International Market Place]
[Illustration: Outrigger Hotel Pool, Waikiki]
[Illustration: Waikiki]
[Illustration: Outrigger Hotel Beach, Waikiki]
OAHU'S EAST END
(Koko Head, Sea Life Park, etc.)
The drive around the east end of the island from Waikiki to Koko Head,
Sea Life Park, Waimanlo and back through Nuuanu Pali's tunnels is as
interesting a 35 mile tour as you're likely to take anywhere. The
scenery is dramatic--rocky coastline, wide sand beaches, transparent
water, and offshore islands with the rugged Koolau Mountains as a
backdrop.
=Koko Head and Koko Crater=--Impressive peaks formed by Oahu's last
eruption.
=Hanauma Bay=--Watch for sign at the top of Koko Head. Idyllic
beach, placid water, and coral reef make this a perfect place
for snorkeling and swimming. Take a picnic. You won't want to
hurry away.
=Halona Blow Hole=--A natural sea geyser that spouts through a
submerged lava tube. Temperamental when the waves aren't running
right.
=Koko Crater Botanic Garden=--Opposite Koko Head Sandy Beach. Two
hundred acres of cactus, succulents, plumeria and other dry land
plants.
=Makapuu Beach Park=--Outstanding body surfing beach.
=Sea Life Park=--Opposite Makapuu Beach. Prime attraction for all
ages that includes a Hawaiian Reef Tank, Turtle Lagoon, Ocean
Science Theatre, Whaler's Cove where whales and porpoises put on
a memorable show and a Sea Lion Feeding Pool. A center for
oceanographic research that is one of the world's finest sea
life exhibits. (10-5 except Mondays, fee.)
=Bellows Beach Park=--Ideal for a picnic lunch and a swim. (Open
weekends only)
[Illustration: Halona Blow Hole]
[Illustration: Sea Life Park]
[Illustration: Sea Life Park]
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