Waikiki is located on the island of Oahu. The best way to travel around scenic Waikiki is by rental car, allowing you to get the most sights on your holiday. Fly into Kona International Airport, pick up your rental car from Hertz and get ready to explore this beautiful island!
Holding a reputation for being the world’s most famous beach destination, Waikiki is also the heart of Honolulu. Be prepared for the maddening crush of crowds, as this is a hotspot for vacationers and locals alike. For the best of the island’s scenery, head to the North Shore in your rental car from HNL.
Given its proximity to Waikiki, it is convenient to head over in your hire car to Hanauma Bay. The bay area used to be a giant cinder cone, so Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is a lovely place to view native flora and fauna. Head over in your Waikiki rental car to the nearby Shark’s Cove for a spot of good snorkeling. Entrance is even free.
Pick up your rental car from Kona International Airport and head over to Sandy Beach. This beach is one of the most popular for surfers in Honolulu. Known for some of the strongest waves on the island, swimming is not encouraged as the currents can be overwhelming at times. Right before Sandy Beach is the Halona Blowhole Lookout. The powerful waves about the area make for a stunning blowhole that never fails to impress visitors. The view from the lookout is spectacular too.
Head over in your rental car to Waimanalo Beach from Waikiki for one of the best beaches on the island. The vast expanse of white sands, blue waters and mountains make the huge beach feel so cozy. Perfect for a day of fun in the sun, drive your hire car from Waikiki to spend a relaxing day here. Alternatively, another popular beach on the North Shore is Lanikai Beach. Located close to Kailua Beach Park, it’s not as secluded as the others, but still stunning nonetheless.
Take the road to Waikiki’s Kaawa in your rental car. Enjoy some of the best views on the island as you drive your rental car along some of Waikiki’s most famous coastlines. The road is squeezed between the mountains and sea, creating a beautiful and exciting picture. Some of the scenery may look familiar because Kaawa is where the 2,000 acre Kualoa Ranch is located, and was featured in movies such as Jurassic Park, Jurassic World, Jumanji and Godzilla.
Waikiki truly has some of the most beautiful scenic spots on the entire island of Oahu. Rent a car to thoroughly explore Waikiki at your own pace and enjoy all it has to offer.
