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Welcome to the land of surf and sea, tropical orchards and edible rainbows. Exploring Oahu’s North Shore is a refreshing scenic drive of green fields, blue ocean vistas infused with the wonderful sensation of a charming, rustic country feel. Explore quaint shops, cafes and art galleries, take a hike through lush Waimea Valley, stop by shrimp truck wagons for lunch or find a shave ice stand for dessert. Relax at the beach or take a surfing lesson, enjoy a pineapple ice cream cone and then find your way through one of the world’s largest mazes.

Oahu’s North Shore is home to the world famous Sunset Beach, Banzai Pipeline and Waimea Bay, Oahu’s rustic North Shore is famed for big wave surfing during the winter months but offers calm, swimming beaches in the summer and beginners can learn more about surfing by taking a class at a North Shore surf school. About a one-hour drive from Waikiki, the North Shore countryside is a beautiful, laid back area of Oahu with cool surf shops, local art stores and great eateries.