Welcome to the land of surf and sea. Exploring Oahu's North Shore is a refreshing, scenic drive through open country with crystal-clear ocean as far as the eye can see. The moment you arrive, the charming, slowed-down country feel takes over and life's troubles melt away. Browse the cafes and art galleries of Haleiwa, hike through the lush Waimea Valley to its waterfall, or watch for green sea turtles basking on the sand at Laniakea Beach.
No North Shore trip is complete without sampling the food. Stop at the famous shrimp trucks and lunch wagons near Kahuku for a plate of garlic shrimp, and cap the day with a rainbow-colored shave ice in historic Haleiwa town, a tradition for visitors and locals alike.
The North Shore is most famous for the gigantic winter waves that pound its shoreline from roughly November through February. Sunset Beach, Waimea Bay, the Banzai Pipeline, and Ali'i Beach Park are just a few of the legendary spots where you can watch the world's best surfers take on these towering swells. In the summer, those same waters calm to a glassy stillness, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Watching the surf roll in at Pipeline is an experience you'll never forget.
Ali'i Beach Rentals offers a wide variety of Turtle Bay and North Shore Oahu vacation rentals. Search your travel dates today to find your North Shore escape.