Updated - North Shore Beach Bus - Oahu: North Shore Beaches & Island Sightseeing Tour

Alkaen USD 153,00 $
  • Kesto: 9 Tunnit (noin)
  • Paikka: Waikiki, HI
  • Tuotekoodi: P0PHTG

UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you.

Schedule:

  • Availability: Daily
  • Tour Times: 6:45 AM
  • Duration: 9 Hours (approx.)

Take a North Shore Tour in Hawaii with a Day Filled with Local Fun!

This whole day North Shore, O’ahu tour includes beach activities on the North Shore. You can choose to go on a waterfall hike, or see the sights on both the East and Northeast Shores, which have some of the most breathtaking sights. Catch some of the spots where Jurassic Park, Jumanji, Here to Eternity, and 51st Dates were filmed.

For those individuals looking to add some activities to their North Shore tour in Hawaii, we offer swimming and sightseeing.

It is fun, relaxing and affordable — Oahu’s premiere five star tour. Don’t forget to bring your swimsuits, towel, sunscreen, camera and leave the rest to us!

Highlights:

  • Diamond Head Lookout
  • Hanauma Bay State Park
  • Halona Blowhole (15 minutes stop)
  • Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm (20 minutes stop)
  • Chinaman’s Hat Island (10 minutes stop)
  • Lunch at Shrimp Truck (Not included)
  • Banzai Pipeline
  • Waimea Bay Beach Park (90 minutes stop) *Either OR option
  • Waimea Valley & Waterfall (2 hours stop) *Admission included.* *Either OR option
  • Dole Plantation (30 minutes stop) *Maze & Train ride are not allowed on this stop. Dole Whip not included*

Includes:

  • Admission to Waimea Botanical Garden *No cash value
  • Waikiki Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
  • Fully narrated tour of North Shore & island of Oahu

*Kayaking, Paddleboarding, and Lunch not included. These items may be purchased on the tour.* 

Recommendations:

  • Bring picture ID
  • Light cover-up
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Swim Suit and Towel
  • Cash for buying lunch, souvenirs and gratuity

Requirements/Restrictions:

  • All customers/participants are required to sign liability waivers before participating in the activities.
  • Routes subject to change due to weather conditions, roadblocks, and etc.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If that is not met we will try to reschedule your tour to another date or offer a full refund.

Special Notes:

  • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up location.
  • Please note: Waimea Valley & Waterfall is closed on Mondays from Sept. – Nov. and Jan. – May. Replacement for Swimming at Waimea Bay Beach Park
  • This tour will have a maximum of 22 participants.
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Tour Itinerary:
  • 6:45 AM – Waikiki Hotel Pickups Start
  • 7:30 AM – Diamond Head Coast – Drive through (Stopping is not permitted due to traffic and local parking enforcement.)
  • 7:50 AM – Drive-by Hanauma Bay State Park
  • 8:00 AM – Halona Blowhole – 15 minutes
  • 9:00 AM – Tropical Macadamia Nut Farm – 20 minutes
  • 9:40 AM – Mokoli’i Island aka Chinaman’s Hat – 10 minutes
  • 10:40 AM – Lunch at North Shore Fumi’s Shrimp Truck (Optional)
  • 11:45 AM – Beach time at Waimea Bay – 90 minutes *Either OR option
  • 11:45 AM – Waimea Waterfall Walk & Botanical Garden – 120 minutes *Either OR option
  • 2:30 PM – Dole Pineapple Plantation – 30 minutes
  • 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM – Waikiki Hotel drop off

Note: These are estimated times, actual times & stops may vary due to weather, traffic and/or driver’s discretion.

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Trip Details and Stops:

  • Waikiki Hotel Pickups Start
  • Diamond Head Coast – Drive through (Stopping is not permitted due to traffic and local parking enforcement.)
    Our first point of interest is the outer slopes of the world-famous icon of Hawaii, Diamond Head Crater. Here, the Amelia Earhart monument overlooks the Pacific Ocean as the 100,000-year-old volcanic crater towers above you.
  • Drive-by Hanauma Bay State Park
    *We do not stop at Hanauma Bay (drive past)
  • Halona Blowhole – 15 minutes
    Experience the thrill of seeing the ocean’s waves rumble through centuries old lava tubes. Over time this intriguing geographical spot was created when the ocean undercut the lava and formed a hole for water to exit. Watch in anticipation as it shoots geyser-like bursts of water into the air.
  • Tropical Macadamia Nut Farm – 20 minutes
    Traverse off of the beaten path to a roadside farm where you can sample locally grown Macadamia nuts. Here you’ll be able to touch, smell, and taste this delicious treat and island favorite.
  • Mokoli’i Island aka Chinaman’s Hat – 10 minutes
    Journey with us as we share Hawaiian folklore and the storied adventure of how the island came to be. This coned shaped island sits across of the Kualoa Ranch and is the backdrop to movies like Jurassic Park, Finding ‘Ohana, and 51st Dates.
  • Lunch at North Shore Fumi’s Shrimp Truck (Optional)
    Enjoy a delicious lunch at the famous Fumi’s Shrimp Truck up on the North Shore. Choose from their savory Butter & Garlic Shrimp or Spicy Shrimp plates. Chicken Katsu, veggie stir fried noodles & Salad also available for purchase.
  • Beach time at Waimea Bay – 90 minutes *Either OR option
    Waimea Bay is another gem on the North Shore of O’ahu. This popular location was used to film the television series Lost. With the massive winter swells, Waimea Bay is home to a surfing competition in memory of the late Eddie Aikau. By invitation only, some of the world’s top professional Surfers eagerly compete for the biggest prize in surfing and bragging rights. The size of the wave in order to compete needs to be a minimum height of 40 feet.
  • Waimea Waterfall Walk & Botanical Garden – 120 minutes
    Enjoy an easy to moderately rated hike to the hidden gem of the North Shore, the Waimea Waterfall. With over 5000 species of tropical and subtropical plants, this walk will sure to have you surrounded by nature’s beauty. Reward yourself with a cool dip in the pools of the waterfall.*Botanical Garden & Waterfall walk not available on Mondays from September-May
    *Replacement for Swimming at Waimea Bay Beach Park
    *Admission included – No cash value
  • Dole Pineapple Plantation – 30 minutes
    After lunch & visiting the North Shore we head back towards Waikiki and stop at the world famous Dole Pineapple Plantation. Enjoy the fresh country air while walking among the many varieties of pineapple. The plantation hosts a plethora of plants, flowers, and gardens. Learn about the history of the pineapple and its significance in Hawai’i history.*Dole Whip not included
    *Maze & Train ride are not allowed on this stop
  • Waikiki Hotel drop offNote: These are estimated times, actual times & stops may vary due to weather, traffic and/or driver’s discretion.
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Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up location and allow a 5-minute window for your driver to arrive.

Waikiki Hotel Pick up Schedule:

  • 6:45 AM - Aloha Tower (Trolley stop area) 
  • 6:50 AM - Ala Moana Hotel (Curbside on Mahukona Street 
  • 6:55 AM - The Modern Hotel (Hobron Lane nr. valet) 
  • 7:00 AM - Hilton Hawaiian Village (Grand Islander Bus Depot) 
  • 7:05 AM - Ka La’i Waikiki (formerly Trump International Hotel) (near the trolley stop at Saratoga Rd.)
  • 7:10 AM - Ross Dept Store on Seaside Avenue 
  • 7:15 AM - Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa (Green awning on Koa Ave.) 
  • 7:20 AM - The Twin Fin's Trolley stop (Formerly Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel) (Meet near the "trolley stop" located on Paoakalani Ave.)
  • 7:30 AM - Kaimana Hotel (Curbside on Kalakaua Ave)

Drop-off time & location:

  • Drop-off locations are the same as above.
  • Return time is between 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM