<p></p><p><span>Turtle Bay on Oahu's north shore is known for beautiful beaches and picturesque views. With close access to exceptional dining, shopping and activities, staying in a Turtle Bay condo provides everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable Hawaii vacation. </span></p><p><b>Things To Do</b></p><p>From beach activities to hikes, horseback riding and even skydiving there is no shortage of adventure on Oahu's north shore. Two exceptional golf courses at Turtle Bay include the George Fazio Course and the Arnold Palmer Course. There is also the nine-hole, seaside public Kahuku Golf Course. Learn about native plants in the botanical gardens at Waimea Valley where you can also take a swim beneath Waimea Falls.</p><p>One of Hawaii's most popular attractions is the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie where you can learn about Pacific Island cultures at the various themed villages with many interactive exhibits as well as an elaborate dinner show and luau feast. Beach activities abound along the north shore including snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, fishing charters and humpback whale watching tours during the winter months.</p><p><b>Nearby Beaches</b></p><p>A great snorkeling spot can be found at Kulima Cove on the east side of the hotel at Turtle Bay where a protected area is created by a rock barrier. Turtle Bay is popular for surfing as well as fishing and diving. Trees along the shore provide a nice place for a beachside picnic. Swimming is good at nearby Bayview Beach which is set between two points in a nice cove with a sandy shore.</p><p>Take a drive along the north shore to visit the world famous surfing beaches of Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach and Waimea Bay. Be aware that winter months intermittently bring large swells, and swimming is not recommended during times of high surf and strong currents. Some beaches have areas that are somewhat protected from the open ocean and good for water activities during moderate swells. During the summer months t…