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Beat the crowds and catch sunrise over Waikiki with a guided early-morning hike to Diamond Head’s summit. Short but steep, the route packs geology, military history, and wide ocean views into a brisk 90-minute outing.
Beat the crowds and catch sunrise over Waikiki with a guided early-morning hike to Diamond Head’s summit. Short but steep, the route packs geology, military history, and wide ocean views into a brisk 90-minute outing.
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Before the sun clears the horizon, a thin ribbon of light slides across Waikiki and the trail to Diamond Head hums with quiet footsteps. The early shuttle drops you at the crater rim trailhead while the air is still cool; the route climbs through lava rock, switchbacks, and short tunneled staircases before opening to a weathered concrete fort and the observation platform.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Moderate fitness; able to walk briskly uphill and manage stairs for 20–30 minutes.
The round trip is about 1.5 miles with roughly 500 feet of elevation gain; most guided sunrise outings last about 90–150 minutes including transport.
There is a park entrance fee for Diamond Head State Monument; guided tours typically include transport but confirm whether the fee is covered at booking.
Yes—fit kids and beginners can complete it, but note steep sections and stairs; supervise children on the staircases and platforms.
No—pets and bicycles are not permitted on the Diamond Head trail to protect the fragile environment and visitor safety.
Diamond Head (Lēʻahi) is a volcanic tuff cone formed during explosive eruptions and later used as a coastal defense site with early 20th-century fortifications.
Stay on designated paths to limit erosion and avoid trampling native plants; use reef‑safe sunscreen to reduce chemical runoff into coastal waters.
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