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Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular waterfall & hiking tours, with prices, run times and the boat or operator behind each one. The trips worth a morning on the water or a day around the island, and what each one actually gets you.
An Oahu Circle Island day with Waimea Valley waterfall time, iconic lookouts, North Shore stops, and local food tastings on a guided small-group bus.
Most Popular“Wear comfortable walking shoes and enjoy the tour. Very informative and ample time at each stops. Beautiful scenery”
An 8-hour North Shore and Waimea Valley day from Waikiki with hotel pickup, a narrated minibus, waterfall hike or swim options, and big views.
“This was a great trip and the guide Bill was very knowledgeable. We had spectacular views. The shrimp was amazing for lunch as well. It was a fun day and it was not stressful at all due to just being able to enjoy the experience with out the driving.”
Toa Luau at Waimea Valley packs lei greeting, garden walks, a traditional feast, kava, and Polynesian dancing ending with fire knife.
“It was recommended by a couple of people that we go to the Tao luau during our two week Hawaii trip. It did not disappoint. Every person there, wanted you to have the best experience and wanted you treated like family. Everyone there, from the time you arrived until you left wanted to engage with…”
Circle Island day tour from Honolulu with lunch and entry fees. Views of Diamond Head, blowhole, Byodo-in Temple, Waimea Valley, Haleiwa.
“Wonderful and the guide taught us so many things about Oahu. The islqnd is beautiful!”
Oahu North Shore day trip by Surf Bus: Pipeline, Waimea Bay, Shark's Cove snorkeling, optional waterfall swim, Haleiwa Town.
“Great way to experience the North Shore! Sam was an unreal guide! One of the best we've had and we've done a lot of tours. A true local with awesome stories that kept the ride very interesting. Got to spend hours snorkeling at Shark's Cove, lunch, and explore Haleiwa. 100% worth it.”
Oahu in a Day photo tour hits the North Shore waterfall, food trucks, and epic lookouts with a pro guide and small group pacing.
“We had a great day with Kurt as our guide. We saw amazing sights. Kurt offered lots of information and answered our questions. Kurt is an attentive guide. We would book with him again.”
Guided hike through Manoa Valley rainforest to 150-foot Manoa Falls, plus lunch at Tantalus lookout from Waikiki with transfers.
Early Diamond Head sunrise hike plus east Oahu sights and North Shore beaches, with hotel pickup and small-group comfort for $110.
“Informative and right on time. Our guide put a kind of personal spin and information about the area we traveled.”
Full-day Oahu tour from Waikiki with Halona Blowhole, Byodo-in Temple, Waimea Falls swim, North Shore food stop, and Dole Plantation.
“What a wasre of time the tour bus never showed so no tour, and the phone number was disconnected, wasted a day of our Vacation, looking for a full refund as we had to reschedule with a different tour company on a different day, would not recommend!!!!”
Temple gardens, ocean lookouts, and a real swim at Waimea Waterfall, all with Waikiki hotel pickup and admission fees included.
“This was the best experience! Captain Vince went above and beyond. He ensured all passengers were engaged, entertained, and having fun while experiencing true Hawaiian culture / traditions. He is SO knowledgeable and answered every question we had with enthusiasm. He truly wants his passengers to have a great experience. I would 100% recommend this…”
Guided hike to Manoa Falls in Rainbow Valley plus a Pu’u ‘Ualaka’a lookout, with Waikiki pickup and a small-group pace for $79.
“They drop you off and you go at your pace. They called to see when you want to be picked up. The walk was nice but the waterfall was disappointing.”
Shuttle to a lush rainforest hike at Manoa Falls. Short but steep, with water, bug spray, and a walking stick for the journey.
“Just a reminder that it is all up hill with very uneven stones to climb. Bring a walking stick to help. We are older and take ur time. Nature was wonderful with a cockatiel laughing like a person in the trees at trail beginning! Falls are worth it.”
Waikiki pickup and Diamond Head reservation tickets included for a self-guided hike to the summit with AC shuttle and big Oahu views.
“Bus arrived on time. Bus was clean, AC kept us cool. Driver was safe and engaging during the drive. Adequate time to climb at a leisurely pace, and get a dole whip with plenty of time (dropped off at 8:10 and pick up at 10:10am)”
A guided 10-hour day mixing a **Diamond Head Crater hike**, North Shore beaches, Kahuku food trucks, and Dole Plantation.
Guided Manoa Falls rainforest hike from Waikiki with pickup, lunch at Tantalus Lookout, and local plant stories in about 5 hours.
“We really enjoyed this excursion. We were lucky that we traveled on a small tour. There were only 10 of us. It was a nice drive to the park and out guide JAC was fun, entertaining, knowledgeable and gave us helpful ideas of spots to try. JAC knew his stuff. He identified many plants and…”
From Pearl Harbor to the North Shore, the reef off Waikiki to the valleys of the windward coast. Every way to spend a day on the island.
