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Location: Kailua, Oahu |
We in Kailua like to think of our town as the most
wonderful place in the world. We are truly blessed with
nature, beauty and people. Kailua has many natural wonders
such as the Mokulua Islands, the Kawainui Marshland and
Mount Olomana. Our town has sacred ancient Hawaiian sites,
many parks, playgrounds and beaches. Our eclectic
population of more than 50,000 are from all walks of life
and all cultures with approximately 1,500 small
businesses.
Kailua is a place of much natural beauty. The most
significant features of Kailua are the bay, the mountains,
and the wetlands. Kailua Bay is a magnificent place
symbolizing the regional quality of the community.
Kailua Beach and nearby Lanikai have been on the
"Worlds Best Beach" lists by several publishers
for many years.
Ka Wai Nui (the big water) Marsh, a natural wetland,
provides habitat for many species of wildlife. The
marsh was a center of life for early Kailuans. Here is
where they farmed, managed their fishponds and prayed to
their gods. A huge saltwater wetland, it's peacefulness
can be enjoyed on the hiking/biking pathway that wraps
around its edge.
Mount Olomana towers over every neighborhood in Kailua.
It's three peaks are it's significant feature and a
challenge for the hardiest hikers.
How to get to Kailua: Taxis
are available at the airport. The cost is around $50. You
can also make arrangements in advance for an airport
shuttle (808-261-5700) to meet you outside of the baggage
area. Cost is about $30 for two. Rent-a-cars
are available at the airport and there are three
quick ways to get to Kailua.
To take the new H3 Freeway: At the
airport freeway entrance, move to the left lanes and take
the Waianae exit on H1 WEST. Follow the road towards Pearl
City. As you approach Aloha Stadium, move towards the
right side of the freeway and watch for signs to Hwy 78
and H3 to Kaneohe. Take the new H3 freeway through
the long Halawa Tunnel north past Kaneohe
towards MCBH (Marine Corps Base Hawaii) at the end of the
road. Get off at Exit 14 or Exit 15 to Kailua. This is
a fast and beautiful new road. We highly recommend
it.
To take the scenic Pali Highway 61: At
the airport freeway entrance, move to the right lanes and
take H1 EAST. Follow the freeway east and move to the left
lanes. Follow the H1 as it forks left to Honolulu. About a
mile further ahead, the highway merges with Hwy. 78.
Continues ahead about four miles. Get in the right lanes
and watch for the Pali Highway exit. Turn left to go north
on Pali Highway through the Pali Tunnels for 13 miles to
Kailua. This is one of the most scenic roads on Oahu
through the Nuuanu rain forrest. Make a quick stop at the
Pali lookout for fabulous views and photos of the Windward
side.
To take Likelike Highway 63: At the
airport freeway entrance, move to the right lanes and take
H1 EAST. Follow the freeway east and move to the left
lanes. Follow H1 as it forks left to Honolulu. About a
mile further ahead, the highway merges with Hwy. 78.
Continue ahead east about 3/4 of a mile. Get in the right
lanes and take the Likelike Highway exit. Turn left to go
11 miles north on Likelike Highway through the Wilson
Tunnel and into Kaneohe. Continue north across the
intersection of Kamehameha Highway. Here the road becomes
Kaneohe Bay Drive Highway 630. Continue ahead on Hwy. 630
for another three miles over the "saddle" into
Kailua. We are not so fond of Likelike Highway but
it also gets you here.
Click
here for a map of Kailua/Lanikai
Click
here for a detailed map of Kailua Town
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