Makaha, located on the western side of Oahu offers the ‘real’ Hawaiian experience to the visitors. Makaha may not be a major tourist destination, but it offers several fun filled and memorable activities to make it a memorable Hawaiian experience. The isolation of this place from the other popular Hawaiian Islands has allowed it to maintain its true Hawaiian charm and atmosphere.

The long and wide Makaha Beach offers excellent swimming options on calm days. The waves are very high during the winters and allows for excellent surfing. The beach is seldom crowded making it a great place to relax amid the refreshing sound of the waves. The Makaha Beach County Park is well known for its annual international surfing contests which draws several professional surfers to this place.

The Makaha area also offers several exciting and adventurous activities such as snorkeling, deep sea fishing, and surfing. It’s a fabulous site for whale watching and allows the incredible sight of turtles and dolphins playing in the sea. Makaha has several golf courses that allow the visitors to try their skills at a game of golf. The local golfers would be more than happy to teach you a trick or two on golfing. Take a horseback trip to the countryside and explore Land’s End at the Kaene Point located on the westernmost part of Oahu.

The Makaha Town offers many delicious Hawaiian delicacies in several ethnic restaurants. The menu also includes several international specialties. Makaha offers several accommodation options with all the basic amenities and high class service to make it a pleasant stay for the guests. Also it’s a shopper’s delight offering many Hawaiian gift items and souvenirs. The Makaha Town also has theatre and a resort spa. The closest airport is the Kalaeloa Airport located at just 14 miles from the Makaha.