- The list below includes 201 free or cheap things to do in or near Hawaii Kai, Hawaii, including 68 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Hiking Trails and National & State Parks.
- From Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve to Koko Head Crater Trail Hike, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hawaii Kai and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Honolulu, Mililani, Kaneohe and Pearl City.
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7455 Kalaniana'ole Hwy., Honolulu, HI 96825
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Popular among the snorkeling enthusiasts, Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is a former volcano crater eroded by the water. It is also popular among the marine wildlife watchers.
2.2 Miles
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8800 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825
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While the hike is relatively short, Koko Head Crater Trail Hike takes visitors through a challenging 1,200 foot elevation change. At the top of the crater is a stunning 360 degree view of Oahu and the Pacific, making this trail well worth the effort.
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The Koko Crater Botanical Garden is a managed garden area situated within a natural volcanic crater that emphasizes rare indigenous island plant life. The garden features a self-guided two mile hiking trail that loops through the area.
2.4 Miles
A large quiet beach, the Kaiona Beach Park has beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. The beach is perfect for swimming, snorkeling, taking photographs, walking, running, and observing Hawaiian wildlife.
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41-741 Kalanianaole Hwy, Huli Street, Waimanalo, HI 96795
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Located along the ocean, Waimanalo Beach Park offers a white sand beach spanning three miles along with grassy areas and trees. The park provides a rock climbing wall, camping sites, restrooms and picnic facilities.
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Shriners Beach Club is an oceanfront property that features an open courtyard and a pavilion style Long House. The area can accommodate up to 400 people and is available for rentals.
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The historic Waimanalo Beach is a public beach that stretches nearly 5.5-miles long and is known for being in close proximity to Sea Life Park. The beach was a filming location for the television show Magnum, P.I.
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Affiliated with Makai Ocean Engineering, the Makai Research Pier is a diving and snorkeling spot that is open to the public on weekdays. The pier offers access to a varied array of sea life.
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41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy, Sea Life Park, Waimanalo, HI 96795
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With Chiefs Luau at Sea Life Park, visitors can experience a taste of Hawaiian culture by attending an authentic luau. The event offers Hawaiian cuisine, Polynesian dancing, comedians, knife dancers, and more.
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41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795
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Operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, Chief's Luau at Sealife Park is only a short distance from Waikiki. The luau takes place in a private area called Makapu'u Meadows and features great food, fire spinning, traditional dancing and much more.