The North Pacific winter concentrates the big swells that transform Pipeline, Backdoor and Sunset Beach into the legendary stages of the North Shore.
USA · SPORT + SURFING
USA — OʻAHU NORTH SHORE — PIPELINE & SUNSET BEACH
Arrive at the most mythical address of world surfing at the height of the Hawaiian winter.
DURATION8 days
BEST TIMENov–Feb
EXPERIENCESport + Surfing
COUNTRYUSA
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Haleʻiwa → Sunset Beach → Pipeline / Backdoor
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Key highlights
1Pipeline and Backdoor
2Sunset Beach
3Haleʻiwa and the culture of the North Shore
4Hawaiian Winter
5One of the great historical epicenters of world surfing
On the North Shore, Pipeline, Backdoor and Sunset Beach form a mythical surfing address. The Hawaiian winter brings heavy waves, competitive history and the feeling of being at the epicenter of a culture that has shaped the sport.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Honolulu → North Shore
Arrival at Honolulu International Airport (HNL) and transfer to the North Shore of Oʻahu.
DAY 2
Haleʻiwa —History and Culture
Day to get to know the main city in the region and enter the universe of Hawaiian surfing.
DAY 3
Pipeline & Backdoor
Time dedicated to the most mythical stretch of the coast, always respecting the conditions and safety areas.
DAY 4
Sunset Beach
Day to observe another of the great stages of the Hawaiian winter.
DAY 5
North Shore - best condition of the day
Flexible itinerary guided by the swell and sea conditions.
DAY 6
North Shore—Local Culture
Time for beaches, historic shops, local food and sports memory.
DAY 7
Free day
Margin for competition, special swell or additional experiences.
DAY 8
Closing
Return to Honolulu or continue through Hawaii.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
The North Shore concentrates some of the sport's most recognizable names within a few miles of coastline. The trip balances sea viewing, surfing history, Haleʻiwa and free time for the conditions to set the pace of each day.
YOUR WAY
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