Best of Oahu Full-Day Small-Group Island Tour

4.6 (166 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation

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Makapu'u Beach — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Turtles Lounging on the beach — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Your Guide gets out of the van with you and explains the area at every Stop!

More Stops than the Big Busses!

On this ~7 hour tour you will visit some of the most popular and most beautiful spots on Oahu.

Later start-time (9am) to avoid crowds and you can sleep in and have a relaxing morning!

Fleet of Mercedes Vans with HUGE windows and Cold A/C.

Daniels Hawaii is proud to have trained Guides and Educators to show you the beautiful island of Oahu.

Some of the Stops & Spots:

Turtle Beach,

Movie and Hawaii Five-0 Spots,

World Famous North Shore Surf Breaks & Beaches

Hawaiian Culture & History,

Breathtaking lookouts for Whale Watching (during season),

Macadamia Nut Farm visit with Coffee & Nut tasting, Local Food Trucks for Lunch.

Your day is filled with highlights, stories and ALOHA.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: German, English
Operated by: Daniels Hawaii - Tours & Activities

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 1 Boxed Water per Guest
Included: Free Pickup Your Waikiki Hotel
Included: Expert Guides & Cultural Ambassadors
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Free Macadamia Nut & Coffee Sampling

Not included

Not included: Gratuity
Not included: Please plan ~$15 per Person for lunch

Itinerary

Dole Plantation

15 min

Enjoy a short visit of the Dole Plantation to freshen up and learn about pineapple.
Laniakea Beach

Passing by

Often called Turtle Beach, this spot is famous for its frequent turtle sightings, with turtles often relaxing right on the shoreline.

Important note: There is no designated parking here. Your guide will attempt to stop whenever it’s safe and possible, but a stop at this specific beach cannot be guaranteed. Don’t worry though — there are multiple turtle hot spots in the area, and our guides are experts at finding the best viewing opportunities.
Diamond Head Beach Park

10 min

Enjoy a beautiful view over the pacific ocean and see whales during season
Sunset Beach Park

10 min

If you have ever seen surfers on TV riding giant waves, getting barrelled and doing crazy tricks on huge walls of water, the chances that it happened here are pretty high.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

Passing by

Pass by beautiful Hanauma Bay and find out if it is really the best spot to snorkel on Oahu or just a tourist trap
Halona Blowhole

5 min

This 30,000 year old lava tube spouts water up to 20 feet high
Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

20 min

Enjoy a FREE Macadamia Nut and FREE Macadamia Nut Coffee tasting
Kahuku

35 min

Home of the famous Giovannis Shrimp truck and lots of other local food. LUNCH STOP - Please plan about $15 per person.
Waikiki

10 min

Free Pickup at Waikiki Hotels
Statue of Duke Kahanamoku

Passing by

Learn more about the famous swimmer, surfer and inventor of the free style swimming.
Kapiolani Park

Passing by

This used to be a horse race track before it was turned into this beautiful park.
Hawaii Kai Lookout

10 min

Enjoy a beautiful view of Diamond Head Crater, Hawaii Kai and Koko Head
Queen's Beach

4 min Admission included

Also called the Hawaii Five-0 beach for a reason...
Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium

10 min Admission included

A forgotten War Memorial in Waikiki. Where legends like Duke Kahanamoku and Jonny Weismueller set World Records.
Sandy Beach Park

Passing by

A president's favorite beach... also called Neck Breaker Beach for a reason
Waikiki Beach

Passing by

Pass by famous Waikiki Beach and learn interesting facts about the Center of Tourism in Hawaii.
Hawaii Kai Golf Course

Passing by

Aaaaand another Golf Course
Kahala

Passing by

Learn about the Yakuza, the Japanese Mafia in Hawaii...
Stop 19

Passing by

Where the Sony Open is played - one of MANY golf courses in Hawaii.
Koko Crater Arch Trail

Passing by

Learn interesting facts about Koko Head Crater on the eastside of Oahu
Waimanalo

Passing by

Cute little town full of Hawaiians... also Magnum and Higgins used to live here
Lanai lookout

Passing by

Pass by the nice lookout, just to stop at an even better lookout a few minutes later
Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail

Passing by

Is it worth the 45 minute hike to the lighthouse... or are there better lookouts on Oahu?
Stop 24

Passing by

Where lots of Blockbusters were filmed - Jurassic Park, Jurassic World, Godzilla, 50 first dates, Hawaii Five-0, Jumanji and even Elvis Presley filmed here
Eternity Beach

5 min

Famous from older and newer movies as well as popular TV shows.
Makapu'u Beach

Passing by

Amazing beach - great for body surfing and very picturesque
Waimanalo Beach

Passing by

Rated the #1 beach in the United States
Polynesian Cultural Center

Passing by

Great spot to learn more about the different cultures in polynesia. Want to check it out? Your guide can help you to get tickets
Kahana Bay Beach Park

Passing by

Learn about ancient Hawaiian Fish ponds and how sustainable the Hawaiians used to live
Mokoli’i Island

Passing by

Little island of off the shore of Oahu. Learn why it's called Chinamans Hat
Laie Hawaii Temple & Visitors' Center

Passing by

Beautiful Mormon Temple on Oahu
Shark's Cove

Passing by

It's called sharks cove and yet there are lots of people in the water... What the hell??? ;)
Laie

Passing by

Mormon Town on Oahu
Turtle Bay Golf

Passing by

Aaaand another golf course. This one belongs to the most expensive Hotel on the North Shore. Learn interesting facts about the area
Haleiwa Beach Park

10 min

Stop at this cute little cove to stretch out, see turtles in the water and check out the surfers before heading back into town.
Waimea Bay

Passing by

Hear the tragic story of Eddie Aikau, the first lifeguard on Oahu's North Shore and learn about the most prestigious surf competition that happens in this bay.
U.S. Army Schofield Barracks

Passing by

Military plays still a very important role in Hawaii
Aloha Stadium

Passing by

This stadium has an interesting secret...
Stop 39

Passing by

Approximately 20 MILLION passengers pass through this airport every year.
Aloha Tower Marketplace

Passing by

The Aloha tower is also called the Statue of Liberty of Hawaii. Our guide knows why
Ala Moana Center

Passing by

The biggest Outdoor Shopping Mall in the US
Ala Moana Beach Park

Passing by

Nice beach and less crowded than the Waikiki beaches
Waikiki

10 min

Back in Waikiki - Mahalo for being our guests!

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Kuhio Banyan Club
Bamboo Waikiki Hotel
Paniolo at the Equus
Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk
The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani
OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel
Real Select Vacations at The Ritz-Carlton Waikiki
Hotel La Croix
Stay Hotel Waikiki
Espacio The Jewel Of Waikiki
Oasis Hotel Waikiki

and 68 more pickup points

Harbor or Airport Pickup? Hotel not listed? Questions about the tour or pick-up? Please get in touch with Daniels Hawaii Customer Service.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please make sure to select the CORRECT LANGUAGE in the TOUR OPTION Section

Options

Oahu Island Tour

Duration: 6 hours: Please note: The tour might take longer with a bigger group. We try to keep it to 6-7 hours.

North Shore Food Trucks Lunch: ~30 minute stop at famous Food Trucks on the North Shore of Oahu for local lunch

Oahu Island Tour: Tour around the whole island. Starting in Waikiki, going around the east, up to the famous North Shore. Multiple Stops!

7, 14 or 25 Guests per Van: Vehicle depends on group size. We keep the groups small for the best experience. Vehicles with A/C, Spacious, BIG windows

Pickup included
GERMAN Island Tour Oahu

Duration: 6 hours: The tour can take a bit longer than 6-7 hours if the group is bigger.

Lunch at Food Trucks: ~30 Minute Lunch Break at famous Food Trucks on the North Shore of Oahu

Oahu Island Tour from Waikiki: Start in Waikiki, to the beautiful East-Side of the Island, then up to the North Shore with Turtles and Surf Spots.

7, 14 or 25 Guests per Van: Size of Vehicle depends on Number of guests. Vehicle with A/C, spacious & big windows for great views

Pickup included