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Spotlight on Activites Oahu



• WATERSPORTS

HAWAII WATER SPORTS CENTER
Hawaii Water Sports CenterHawaii Water Sports Center has a fantastic special–three exciting activities for only $79. Located on the water at Koko Marina, just minutes from Hanauma Bay, they offer a lineup of unbelievable water sports activities. Try parasailing, jetskiing, scuba diving, wakeboarding, waterskiing, surf lessons, snorkeling at Hanauma Bay, or the Banana Boat, Bumper Tube and Glassbottom Boat rides. For more information, call (808) 395-3773.

HAWAIIAN WATERS ADVENTURE PARK
Hawaiian Waters Adventure ParkWith over 20 wet ‘n’ wild rides and attractions on 25 acres in West O‘ahu, Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park offers a variety of age-appropriate rides and amenities. It is a lush water wonderland offering the latest in waterpark thrills including a seven-story speed slide, a football-field-sized wave pool, SHAKA (the world’s wildest halfpipe), and Da’ FlowRider®. Resembling a giant house-hold funnel, the exciting Tornado is the park’s newest and biggest ride. From a 50-foot high platform, riders are blasted down a 130-foot long tunnel. On Fridays through Aug. 29, enjoy the park from 7 to 11 p.m. when it reopens, after its normal mid-afternoon closing time, for Dive’n’Movies and night-time fun on selected rides. Separate admission fees apply or enjoy both attractions at a discounted price. For information, summer hours and directions, call (808) 674-WAVE (9283) ext. 107. Visit them online at: www.HawaiianWaters.com.

HAWAIIAN WATERS ADVENTURE PARK: ISLAND ADVENTURES GOLF
Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park: Island Adventure GolfA separate new attraction at Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park is Island Adventures Golf, a high-end 18-hole miniature golf course designed to showcase Hawaiian culture. The course plays through four main areas fashioned after various environments found in Hawai‘i including an ocean and beach area complete with an outrigger canoe, model fish and a VW Bug. Separate admission fees apply for each attraction or enjoy both at a discounted price. For more information, call (808) 674-WAVE (9283) ext. 107. Visit them online at: www.HawaiianWaters.com.

MAITAI CATAMARAN
Imagine stepping off the sand of Waikiki beach and climbing aboard an ultra-sleek, 44-foot, twin-hulled catamaran for a speedy sail off Diamond Head. Maita‘i Catamaran was specifically designed for O‘ahu waters and can reach speeds for 20-knots. It offers passengers comfortable seats, a CD sound system, safety nets for sunbathing, and restrooms. Four sails are offered daily, look for the Maita‘i on the beach between the Sheraton Waikiki and the Halekulani or, call (808) 922-5665.


SEA LIFE PARK HAWAII by DOLPHIN DISCOVERY
Sea Life Park Hawaii by Dolphin DiscoverySea Life Park by Dolphin Discovery, seen in the Sony Pictures romantic comedy “50 First Dates” starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, is home to Hawai‘i’s most fascinating entertainers, including dolphins, sea lions and penguins. This fun-filled and educational marine park at Makapu‘u Point features shows and exhibits that make for a delightful family adventure. Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Transportation from select Waikiki locations is available starting at $5 per person. For direction, after visiting Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, turn right on Kalaniana‘ole Highway and continue driving about 4.5 miles–past Halona Blowhole, Sandy Beach and Makapu‘u Point–to Sea Life Park. For more information, and to ask about Sea Life Lu‘au, the only lu‘au in the world with a Dolphin Show as well as a Polynesian Revue, call (808) 259-7933 or visit www.SeaLifeParkHawaii.com or www.DolphinDiscovery.com.

SNORKEL BOB'S - Oahu
Snorkel Bob's - Oahu “Snorkel Bob Brand masks are used exclusively by Kaua‘i & Maui Water Rescue squads. The SEAMO BETTA™ & LI’L MO BETTA™ are Rx receptive in a minute. The BUBBA SNORKELS (adult & kid sizes) drain splash water, block backwash and clear easy. I, SB, designed & built these beauties. Boogie boards, beach chairs & 24-HOUR INTERISLAND EXPRESS GEAR RETURN. Book 2 seats on any adventure and get a FREE Boogie for the week (Reg. $26). SNORKEL BOB’S COMPLEAT REEF VIDEO is the what for & where from of snorkeling, & it’s FREE OVER-NIGHT, when you get gear from Snorkel Bob.” 700 Kapahulu Ave. on the way to Hanauma Bay. Call (808) 735-7944 or visit www.SnorkelBob.com. All islands 8-5 Every Day.

WATERSPORTS CONNECTION
If you enjoy watersports, spend a fun-filled day on the water with Watersports Connection. They offer you a wide variety of activities to take advantage of our aquatic wonderland. You can get a bird’s-eye view of O‘ahu while parasailing, learn to scuba dive, ride in a powerful speedboat, or go jetskiing on a Waverunner. All activities are offered daily and include high quality equipment and safety accessories, instruction, and round-trip transportation. For details, call (808) 395-5313 between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.



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