Estimated Trip Budget
Vegan Grocery List
Stop at Costco Waipio first, then Tamura's/Foodland.
Costco
- Organic Tofu (4-pack)
- Almond/Oat Milk
- Hummus & Crackers
- Fresh Berries/Pineapple
- Veggie Burgers
- Avocados (Bag)
- Liquid IV / Water
- Local Beer/Seltzer
Local Markets
- Poke (Tofu/Limu)
- Papayas
- Reef-safe Sunscreen
- Macadamia Nuts
- Coffee Beans
Parking Intelligence
Waikiki (Royal Hawaiian)
Park at Royal Hawaiian Ctr. Validated rate is cheapest. Buy a drink at the food court to validate.
Shark's Cove
Tiny lot. Arrive before 9:00 AM or park across the street near the food trucks (carefully).
Manoa Falls
Official lot is ~$7 (credit card kiosk). Do not park in residential areas; high ticket risk.
General Advice
Leave nothing visible in the Jeep. Leave doors unlocked if soft top (prevents slashing).
Day 1: Touchdown
Logistics12:30 PM: Car Pickup
Avis @ HNL. #00975026US3. Jeep is prepaid.
2:00 PM: Supplies Run
Costco Waipio (see Grocery tab). Then Zippy's for late lunch.
6:30 PM: Dinner @ Haleiwa Joe's
No reservations taken—arrive early for sunset. Parking: Lot fills fast; park on street if needed.
Get Directions
Day 2: Sharks & Shave Ice
Adventure7:00 AM: Arrive Harbor
Tour starts 7:30 AM sharp. Haleiwa Small Boat Harbor. Parking: ample free parking at harbor.
12:00 PM: Post-Shark Fuel
Tamura's Market for Tofu Poke. Matsumoto Shave Ice for dessert (line moves fast).
5:15 PM: Ali'i Beach Park
Sunset is ~6:10 PM. Bring chairs/towels.
Day 3: History & Hikes
Culture2:00 PM: Manoa Falls
Hike takes ~1.5 hrs. Park in paid lot ($7). Don't leave valuables in car!
6:00 PM: Side Street Inn
Reservation needed. Valet parking only (usually ~$5-7).
Day 4: Sandbar & Views
Scenic9:00 AM: He'eia Kea Harbor
Kaneohe Sandbar Charter. Arrive 30 mins early. Free parking at harbor.
2:00 PM: Windward Cruising
Lunch at Fresh Catch Kaneohe. Drive North past Kualoa Ranch. Stop at Kualoa Regional Park for photos.
Day 5: North Shore Mix
Nature7:00 AM: Dolphin Excursion
Haleiwa Harbor. Early morning = calmest water.
12:30 PM: Kahuku Lunch
Raised by the Waves at Kahuku Sugar Mill. Vegan waffles/smoothies. Parking is dirt lot (free).
5:30 PM: Sunset Picnic
Aweoweo Beach Park in Waialua. Very quiet local beach. Street parking available.
Day 6: City Vibes
Urban10:00 AM: Arrival & Park
Park at Royal Hawaiian Center. Get validation at food court or shops (1st hr free, 2nd \$2).
Get Directions5:00 PM: Evening Flow
Drinks at Mai Tai Bar. Dinner at Moani's Waikiki (Intl Market Place - 3rd floor). Live music!
Day 7: Departure
Return 12:30 PM8:00 AM: Farm to Barn
Final breakfast. Great coffee and open-air seating. Parking: Grass lot on site.
10:30 AM: Wheels Up
Depart Waialua. Allow 50 mins for drive + gas refill near airport (Costco Iwilei has cheap gas if time permits).
12:30 PM: Car Return @ HNL
Return Jeep to Avis. Safe travels!