There’s this spot up on a hill that offers some unique views of west Oahu.

It’s a cave up on the mountain that’s being called “Upper Makua Cave.”

A few months ago, I hiked up here with Justin (Volcanic Rock Gym) and Hiro to see if it was possible to climb the roof of the cave.

If the rock was climbable, it would have made for one amazing climbing spot. But as it turns out, the rock here at Upper Makua Cave is too crumbly to climb. I was still happy that I got to see this spot and take photos of the views from up there.

Please note: this part of Oahu is not exactly tourist friendly.

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A few months ago a new bouldering spot was found somewhere in the forest on Oahu.

One of the boulders is massive with just slivers for hand holds.

This place is called the Boar’s Nest.

There are many boulders in this area but on this session, I cruised out here with a bunch of Hawaii rock climbers to define some bouldering routes, or “problems,” on the massive one. It’s the size of a house.

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Jump on a boat.

Enjoy drinks with friends.

Watch the sunset.

The sunset catamaran cruise in Waikiki is an activity I always recommend to friends visiting Hawaii. For thirty bucks, you can sail around Waikiki and Diamond Head for an hour and a half and help yourself to as much beer or cocktails you’re in the mood for. It’s a great way to start off an evening.

I’ve done this cruise a few times already but since my friend Penny was visiting from Tokyo, I figured it would be fun to do it again. And this time I brought a camera.

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