This luxury Hawaiian beach resort has it all when it comes to activities. Snorkeling amidst colorful reef fish, experiencing picturesque views via helicopter tour or hiking along the beautiful oceanfront trails are just a few of the adventures it has to offer. Here are ten things not to be missed at Turtle Bay Resort.
Beach Activities in Turtle Bay
The Turtle Bay Resort is located right on one of the safest swimming beaches on the North Shore, Kuilima Cove. This alluring white sand beach is great for swimming due to the large reef offshore, and its crystal-clear water. It is also the perfect place for snorkeling with its combination of calm water and abundant, colorful reef fish.
Resort guests receive free use of snorkel equipment for one hour per day, or can rent it out for a full day for $14. Other beach activities available are boogie boarding, skim boarding and beach volleyball. For those who want to relax on the beach, there are lounge chairs and fresh beach towels available to use at no cost to resort guests.
On the west side of the resort, there are 12-miles of breathtaking oceanfront trails to hike along. There are also some surf spots for those who want to surf. Surfboards and equipment can be rented out at the resort, and surf lessons are also available.
Pool & Water Slide
Two tropical pools with a view of the ocean are available for swimming, as well as a kiddie pool with whimsical sea turtles painted on the bottom for small children to enjoy. The main pool is large and situated right next to the Hang Ten Bar & Grill. This is a good place to relax on a lounge chair and order cocktails and Ahi Sashimi appetizers.
The other pool is more active and includes a fun water-slide, and a tropical waterfall in a lush setting. A smaller waterfall descends into the shallow kiddie pool. There are also two hot tubs to sit in and enjoy views of the ocean and swaying palm trees.
Spa & Massage
Turtle Bay's Spa Luana offers a number of services, including treatments that use local indigenous fruits and plants. Get a relaxing massage, or indulge in one of the many scrubs, wraps or facial treatments. The Pineapple Pedicure includes a foot soak in warm coconut milk with a pineapple-honey mask and massage. Spa treatment packages are also available.
Helicopter Tours
Turtle Bay Resort is the only resort on Oahu with onsite helicopter tours. Take a ride on a helicopter for 10 minutes or up to an hour, and experience the majestic views of the island. This is also an excellent opportunity for photos.
Horseback Riding
Take a morning trail ride along the ocean, or a sunset ride in the evening. Morning rides are 40-45 minutes and evening rides are 75 minutes. Pony walks are also available for children under 7.
Fitness Club, Golf and Tennis
For those who need to get that workout in, Turtle Bay's Fitness Center has a variety of cardio and weight machines available. A private trainer and private yoga instructor are also available onsite.
The Turtle Bay Resort features two 18-hole golf courses, the Arnold Palmer Course and the George Fazio Course. The Palmer Course ranks as a Top 100 Public Golf Course according to Golf Digest. The Fazio course is family-friendly and has holes that come all the way down to water. The onsite Turtle Bay Golf Academy is taught by PGA professionals. Complimentary daily clinics are available as well as a full-day golf school.
The Tennis Center at Turtle Bay offers private lessons, tennis clinics and junior clinics. Courts are available and racquets and other equipment can be rented, including a ball machine.
Dine Island-Style
Island-style dining at Turtle Bay's Ola restaurant is an experience not to be missed. The dining area at Ola is situated right on the beach, with a completely unobstructed view of the ocean. The eclectic Hawaiian fare features the best of local produce and fresh fish. Try the Chef's Signature Togarashi Salmon caramelized in cane sugar and accompanied by a medley of edamame, mixed peppers, Okinawan sweet potato, Kahuku corn and sea asparagus.
Go to a Luau
Turtle Bay Resort offers a Hawaiian Luau every Friday at 6pm on the Kahuku Terrace. The Dinner Show includes entertainment, a Hawaiian-style buffet and one cocktail or beverage. The Show-Only package starts at 7:15 and includes one cocktail or beverage and entertainment. The entertainment consists of both Polynesian dancing and Tahitian fire dancing.
Other activities at the resort include eco-kayak tours, ukelele lessons, lei making, botanical tours, pilates and hula lessons. There are plenty of activities and adventures to experience at Turtle Bay.
Minka Gantenbein - Minka Gantenbein is a freelance journalist from the beautiful Central Coast of California. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in ...
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