North Shore Sunset

Jan 21 — Jan 27, 2026

For You, Maryana

Our Lost in Oahu Adventure

I can't wait to go here with you.

"I can't wait for this trip. You are my sunshine, and spending time with you is absolutely amazing. I'm so excited for us."

- Love, Andrew

Departure
Jan 21
Flight HA 0801
Budget
~$2.4k
All Planned
Home Base
Waialua
Uncle's Place
Menu
Vegan
100% Inclusive
21 Jan Wednesday
Haleiwa Joe's

And So It Begins...

HNL
Drive North
Waialua

07:00 AM — Departure

Flight HA 0801 to Honolulu (Confirmation: GDZSZJN). Get ready for island time.

12:00 PM — Touchdown & Jeep

Daniel K. Inouye Intl Airport 300 Rodgers Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96819
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Keep an eye on the ocean while we drive—whales often spout near shore!

1:30 PM — Zippy’s Wahiawa

Zippy's Wahiawa 100 N Kamehameha Hwy, Wahiawa, HI 96786
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Andrew Zip Pac (Local Plate)
Maryana Vegan Chili Plate

Afternoon — Settling In

Uncle's House 66-111 Kamehameha Hwy area, Waialua, HI 96791 View Map
Costco Waipio (Supplies) 94-1231 Ka Uka Blvd, Waipahu, HI 96797 View Map

5:30 PM — Pre-Dinner Refresh

The Sunrise Shack 59-158 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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Recommendation for Maryana: Acai Bowl or Smoothie

6:30 PM — Sunset Dinner

Haleiwa Joe's 66-011 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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Andrew Prime Rib
Maryana Grilled Artichoke (No aioli) & Mai Tai
22 Jan Thursday
Shark Tour

Thrills & Tranquility

Waialua
Short Drive
Harbor

7:30 AM — Shark Tour

North Shore Shark Adventures 66-105 Haleiwa Rd, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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Pro tip: Take motion sickness meds at 6:30 AM.

11:30 AM — Tamura’s Market

Tamura's Market Haleiwa 66-190 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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Andrew Fresh Ahi Poke
Maryana Tofu Poke (Customizable)

1:00 PM — Sweet Treat

Matsumoto Shave Ice 66-111 Kamehameha Hwy #605, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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Evening — Sunset & Chill

Ali'i Beach Park 66-167 Haleiwa Rd, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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23 Jan Friday
Manoa Falls

History, Hikes & Helena's

Waialua
~40min Drive
Town

10:00 AM — Culture

Bishop Museum 1525 Bernice St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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12:30 PM — Helena’s Hawaiian Food

Helena's Hawaiian Food 1240 N School St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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CASH ONLY
Andrew Menu D (Kalua Pig, Ribs)
Maryana Poi & Rice

2:30 PM — Manoa Falls Hike

Manoa Falls Trailhead 3860 Manoa Rd, Honolulu, HI 96822
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Wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy!

6:30 PM — Dinner

Side Street Inn 1225 Hopaka St, Honolulu, HI 96814
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Andrew Pork Chops & Kimchee Rice
Maryana Tofu Salad & Edamame
24 Jan Saturday
Sandbar

Sandbar Serenity

Waialua
Scenic H3 Drive
Kaneohe

9:30 AM — Sandbar Charter

He'eia Kea Boat Harbor (Capt Bruce) 46-499 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744
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1:30 PM — Lunch: Fresh Catch

Fresh Catch Kaneohe 45-1118 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744
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Andrew Firecracker Ahi
Maryana Seaweed Salad with Tofu

3:00 PM — Chinaman’s Hat

Kualoa Regional Park 49-479 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744
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25 Jan Sunday
Kahuku

Dolphins & Sugar Mill

7:00 AM — Dolphin Excursion

Ocean Outfitters (Haleiwa Harbor) 66-105 Haleiwa Rd, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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12:00 PM — Kahuku Lunch

Kahuku Sugar Mill 56-565 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731
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Andrew Giovanni’s or Romy's Shrimp
Maryana Raised by the Waves (Vegan Waffle)

Afternoon — Pipeline

Ehukai Beach Park (Pipeline) 59-337 Ke Nui Rd, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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Foodland Pupukea 59-720 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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26 Jan Monday
Waikiki

City Lights & Cocktails

11:30 AM — Rainbow Drive-In

Rainbow Drive-In 3308 Kanaina Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
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Andrew Loco Moco
Maryana Plant-Based Karaage

Afternoon — Bar Hop

Royal Hawaiian Center (Parking) 2201 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
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Mai Tai Bar -> Duke’s Waikiki -> Sky Waikiki for sunset.

7:30 PM — Dinner & Music

Moani's Waikiki 2330 Kalakaua Ave #312, Honolulu, HI 96815
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Andrew Short Ribs
Maryana Veggie Fried Rice
27 Jan Tuesday
Sharks Cove

One Last Dip

9:00 AM — Shark’s Cove

Shark's Cove 59-711 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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12:00 PM — Last Lunch

Haleiwa Bowls 66-082 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
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For Maryana: Vegan Buddha or Acai Bowl

14:00 PM — To Airport

HNL Airport 300 Rodgers Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96819
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16:44 PM — Fly Home

Flight HA 802 to LAX. Mahalo for the memories!

My Notes for Us

Weather Wisdom

Jan rain = rainbows. Let's pack light rain jackets. Whale watching is free from the beach!

Driving

No honking, just aloha. We need to gas up early because stations are rare on the North Shore.

Vegan Spots

I've got the HappyCow app ready. I'll make sure we check for hidden ingredients.

Safety

Muddy trails means we need good shoes. And we'll stay back from the big waves (10ft+)!

Things I Need to Book

Shark Tour Captain Bruce (Sandbar) Ocean Outfitters Haleiwa Joe's Side Street Inn