CaribbeanBound Posted August 16, 2013 #1 Share Posted August 16, 2013 No need to take a ship's tour here. It's easy to access by car, bus, or taxi. And it's on the edge of Waikiki. It's a fun hike with 360-degree views at the top. Highly recommend going first thing in the morning when it's cooler and less crowded. It's suitable for everyone, even if you don't exercise much (although those folks will just have to take it a little slower). Here's a complete step-by-step detail of the hike, complete with illustrations, photos, and a nice Hawaiian-style "Certificate of Merit" (suitable for framing) that you can download and print upon completion of the hike. Hike Diamond Head: http://www.lavasurfer.com/info/hikediamondhead.html Happy to answer any questions you may have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyDavy Posted August 16, 2013 #2 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Thanks for the link. Very nice but it lost me at the 99 steps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmazz Posted August 19, 2013 #3 Share Posted August 19, 2013 This is on my list of things to do the day before our POA cruise in March. I figured a few hours at the beach afterwards would make it a perfect day! Thanks for sharing the link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janet2060 Posted August 20, 2013 #4 Share Posted August 20, 2013 My daughter did this . Said she took the bus over and walked back. Going to try it in May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deburn Posted August 20, 2013 #5 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Thanks for the helpful review I think I can get the DW to do it in Oct after she reads it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanBound Posted August 27, 2013 Author #6 Share Posted August 27, 2013 You'll enjoy the hike and the views. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted September 1, 2013 #7 Share Posted September 1, 2013 We LOVED this hike. We knew what we were in store for having done it on our honeymoon. Now 19 years later..........we walked at home to get ready. Climbed stairs at our work place.......... And when we did "THE STAIRS" we had to take a rest after. Please do not think this is something you can just do. Start walking...get in shape. If you pace yourself you can do it. It is awesome. We bought the certificate and t-shirt that was offered that day that stated "We hiked DIAMOND HEAD" Sea Ya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidergirl Posted September 1, 2013 #8 Share Posted September 1, 2013 Reward yourself with a stop at the Diamond Head Market on Monserrat and a tasty cream cheese scone!!!!! Their breakfasts and plate lunches are pretty tasty, too:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHINOISCRUISER Posted September 2, 2013 #9 Share Posted September 2, 2013 My daughter did this . Said she took the bus over and walked back. Going to try it in May. Do you know where your daughter caught the bus, and which bus line, to the park? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanBound Posted September 4, 2013 Author #10 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Here's a few choices. You either need to transfer or walk a few blocks to a direct bus (#2 is a good choice). Will take about 55 minutes from the pier at Aloha Tower. https://www.google.com/maps?saddr=aloha+tower&daddr=diamondhead+park&sll=21.485018778417395,-157.96966552734375&sspn=0.732868,1.450195&date=9%2F3&time=2:56pm&ttype=dep&dirflg=r&t=h&z=14&start=0&geocode=FcIbRQEdayiX9iH0HP4fRPSCuyljclDZDG4AfDH0HP4fRPSCuw%3BFbZ1RAEdwhmY9iFS4jAyUQueQimZIBcBiXIAfDFS4jAyUQueQg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karin&Isaac Posted September 4, 2013 #11 Share Posted September 4, 2013 Here's a few choices. You either need to transfer or walk a few blocks to a direct bus (#2 is a good choice). Will take about 55 minutes from the pier at Aloha Tower. https://www.google.com/maps?saddr=aloha+tower&daddr=diamondhead+park&sll=21.485018778417395,-157.96966552734375&sspn=0.732868,1.450195&date=9%2F3&time=2:56pm&ttype=dep&dirflg=r&t=h&z=14&start=0&geocode=FcIbRQEdayiX9iH0HP4fRPSCuyljclDZDG4AfDH0HP4fRPSCuw%3BFbZ1RAEdwhmY9iFS4jAyUQueQimZIBcBiXIAfDFS4jAyUQueQg Thanks so much for the info. We were going to take a bus, but I think we'll walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanBound Posted September 5, 2013 Author #12 Share Posted September 5, 2013 Where are you walking from? It's a really long walk from the pier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanBound Posted November 23, 2013 Author #13 Share Posted November 23, 2013 This truly is a fun hike. I do it each time I travel back to Honolulu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jodez Posted November 23, 2013 #14 Share Posted November 23, 2013 Some say it's a "fun hike" and others say "you can't just do it, you really need to train and get fit before hand". We are moderately fit people, exercise a few times a week including walking but the stairs scare me off a bit :eek:. Not sure to attemp the hike or not :confused: what do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted November 23, 2013 #15 Share Posted November 23, 2013 Some say it's a "fun hike" and others say "you can't just do it, you really need to train and get fit before hand". We are moderately fit people, exercise a few times a week including walking but the stairs scare me off a bit :eek:. Not sure to attemp the hike or not :confused: what do you think? DW and I just did this a couple of weeks ago. We walked from our Waikiki hotel to the top of Diamond Head. 4 miles each way, according to my GPS. We are moderately fit, and DW is getting a new knee Monday. It isn't that hard. If it gets a little steep, you slow your pace. You would be surprised at the people making the hike. People with canes and crutches. Barefoot people. People in sandals. People of all shapes and sizes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanBound Posted November 23, 2013 Author #16 Share Posted November 23, 2013 (edited) Jodez... you will have no problem. The folks that say you "really have to train" are way overstating it, unless they are referring to the REALLY fit folks that you see early in the morning running up and down the steps or attempting to complete the hike in 30 minutes. Almost anyone (kids, teens, parents, over-the-hill folks like me) can do the hike. As CruiserBruce said, take it slow if you are having trouble. You will make it, and you will be really glad you did. Edited November 23, 2013 by CaribbeanBound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan-M Posted November 23, 2013 #17 Share Posted November 23, 2013 Jodez - I agree with the others, you'll be OK doing the hike up Diamond Head. My Mom did it with us when she was 80 years old and managed just fine. Do the stairs at a pace that you're comfortable with...in fact do the whole hike at a comfortable pace ... that means not gasping for air to the point of not being able to carry on a conversation...but it's highly unlikely that you will even come close to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nzdisneymom Posted November 23, 2013 #18 Share Posted November 23, 2013 We are beginning plans for a several night stay in the Waikiki area so we are adding this to our list of things to do. Thank you OP for the link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grammyluvs Posted December 5, 2013 #19 Share Posted December 5, 2013 Here's a few choices. You either need to transfer or walk a few blocks to a direct bus (#2 is a good choice). Will take about 55 minutes from the pier at Aloha Tower. https://www.google.com/maps?saddr=aloha+tower&daddr=diamondhead+park&sll=21.485018778417395,-157.96966552734375&sspn=0.732868,1.450195&date=9%2F3&time=2:56pm&ttype=dep&dirflg=r&t=h&z=14&start=0&geocode=FcIbRQEdayiX9iH0HP4fRPSCuyljclDZDG4AfDH0HP4fRPSCuw%3BFbZ1RAEdwhmY9iFS4jAyUQueQimZIBcBiXIAfDFS4jAyUQueQg Great info.. I am not familiar with the area. We will be docking at Pier 2. Is that close to Aloha Tower? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanBound Posted December 8, 2013 Author #20 Share Posted December 8, 2013 Pier 2 is close to Aloha Tower which is on the south shore of Oahu in Downtown Honolulu. Diamond Head is at the far eastern end of Waikiki. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chipmaster Posted December 8, 2013 #21 Share Posted December 8, 2013 The hike is always good, bring water and go early if you need to park a car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widebay Posted December 12, 2013 #22 Share Posted December 12, 2013 We thought of using The Bus to Diamond Head, but instead caught a taxi. The walk is easy provided you are in reasonable health. It pays to wear good walking shoes, as the gravel surface is sometimes uneven, but take your time & you will be okay. Make sure you take a bottle of water, it does get hot, especially inside the caldera of Diamond Head crater. You will cool down with seabreeze at the top of Diamond Head, fantastic views. When you walk back down, waiting for a bus can take some time, we opted for a taxi, that had just dropped someone off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanBound Posted December 27, 2013 Author #23 Share Posted December 27, 2013 Widebay's advice is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMRick Posted December 29, 2013 #24 Share Posted December 29, 2013 I'm embarassed to say I never exercise and I'm in my 60's. I did wonder why I was doing this, about halfway up, but after several trips to HI, I decided it was time. You can go as slow or fast as you wish. I wish we had brought more water, as it was a very hot day. I coudn't believe all the flip flops..since the path is uneven much of the way, those couldn't have been easy. We really took our time, stopping to take pictures, admire the view, joke with other oldsters about why we were doing this..just having a fun time. All in all, it was not difficult, unless you decide to run up LOL! We'll be back in February, and I plan to climb it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaribbeanBound Posted January 8, 2014 Author #25 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Way to go DMRick. See folks, it's not that daunting and it is enjoyable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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