Located in the extreme eastern portion of the island of Oahu, the area known as Makapuu is located just past a number of expensive East Oahu real estate developments in Hawaii Kai and Portlock. Comprised of the remnants of a ridge that rises 647 feet above sea level, the cliff at Makapuu point is the site of one of Oahu’s most well known lighthouses. The panoramic views and eye-catching vistas afforded at Makapuu are tourist favorites because of the crystal blue seas, crashing surf, and stretches of white sand beaches below. A number of lookouts are spaced out along Kalanianaole Highway, the primary road through the area. A number of attractions make Makapuu a great place to hang out on lazy days. Sea Life Park is a large commercial park and aquarium dedicated to education and entertainment. Daily marine life exhibits showcase the spectacular species of animals that live in Hawaiian waters. Manana Island is an unihabited island off the shores of Makapuu and is a protected bird sanctuary that is off limits to humans. The smaller island of Kaohikaipu is Manana’s smaller sibling. The most popular landmark is Makapuu Beach Park and Kaupo Beach Park, both of which are sandy beaches carved out of the rocky lava shorelines. Known for their dangerous shore breaks, the beaches are nonetheless popular with bodysurfers.