Tours/Honolulu/Hike Koko Head's 1,048 Steps with Ms. Hawaii for Summit Views
Viator · Private tour

Hike Koko Head's 1,048 Steps with Ms. Hawaii for Summit Views

5.0(14)Honolulu1 hour
VIATOR5.0(5)TRIPADVISOR5.0(9)

Description

Aloha Adventurers! Hike with Ms. Hawaii on this steep but rewarding trail. Please note: while this hike isn’t long, it is steep and tough — best for those with hiking or intense cardio experience. Join us for the Koko Crater Railway Trail Challenge — climb 1,048 historic steps to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views of Hanauma Bay, Diamond Head, and Oahu’s coastline. It will be an unforgettable guided VIP experience. ✨ Why Choose This Tour? ✔️ Local Insights & Motivation — Guided support, history, and hiking tips. ✔️ Scenic Beauty — Choose stunning sunset views (optional) or daytime sweeping island scenic views. ✔️ Mindful & Fun — Go at your pace, and/or challenge yourself. ✔️ Photos & Memories — We’ll capture epic photos of you conquering the climb! ✔️ VIP Ride — Pick-up/drop-off in the stylish Aloha Alfa. You will be picked up in Waikiki and will ride in comfort to and from the hike. Follow on Instagram @MsHawaii2025 for tour highlights. Mahalo for booking with us!

Tour Options

Hike Koko Head's 1,048 Steps with Ms. Hawaii for Summit Views
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included60 min

This is one of the toughest and most beautiful hikes on Oahu. You will be picked up in a luxury vehicle from Waikiki and driven over to the hike where your guide will climb the stairs and conquer the hike with you and take lots of amazing photos with breathtaking views of East Honolulu.

Highlights

Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide

Pickup Locations & Times

You will be picked up VIP style in a brand new blue Alfa Romeo Stelvio if your stay is in or around Waikiki. You will ride in comfort with air conditioning. Please message me your pickup address after you have booked my tour. If you do not have accommodations booked yet that's ok too and you can inform me at a later time.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Reviews(14)

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Amaka_M
May 19, 2026
Amazing Koko Head Experience with Nicole

I had an amazing experience hiking Koko Head with Nicole as my guide! She was incredibly personable and made me feel comfortable from the start, especially since I decided to do this hike solo. Her energy and overall vibe were so positive and encouraging throughout the entire hike. Nicole went at whatever pace I was comfortable with and continuously motivated me along the way. It’s definitely a challenging hike, but once you reach the top and see the breathtaking views, it is absolutely worth it. I was so proud of myself for accomplishing it! I would absolutely recommend Nicole to anyone considering this experience. I’m already looking forward to my next trip to Hawaii, and I’ll definitely be reaching out to her again to book future adventures!

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carolina_r
April 23, 2026
Amazing!

Doing this hike with Nicole was an amazing experience! She is not only the sweetest most positive free spirited person, she allows you to hike this at your own pace 🫶🏼. She made me feel confident and comfortable doing this hike as a solo traveler! I would definitely book this again with her 😊

Operator response

Aww you are too kind! Mahalo for booking with me and being so much fun!

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Sean_M
December 26, 2025
Amazing experience

Nicole was amazing we had a fantastic time and would highly recommend a tour with her. She is so inspiring

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lingon2024
December 24, 2025
AWESOME and a must see

Nicole is an amazing lady with lots of positive energy. lots of fun to be with and around her. she talked about land marks. history of the koko stairs and she would encourage and cheer you on pushing u to the top. she has been the best hostess yet. picking us up at our hotel and dropping us backoff there. had cold coconut water and other drinks available after hike. well worth the time and company . a must DO!!!

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564nic
September 25, 2025
Amazing experience, awesome guide

From the time we booked, we had great communication from our guide Nicole. Don’t think we would have made it up without her positive attitude and happy, cheerful spirit. Will recommend to friends, but have ticked Koko Head off our list lol.

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Explorer764488
August 19, 2025
Nicole was fantastic

Nicole was fantastic, she was super patient. The hike was a bit more challenging than I expected , overall great experience

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seancH2012SU
August 8, 2025
Hiking Koko Head with Nicole

Nicole (aka Miss Hawaii) was a fantastic guide and my daughters loved her energy and enthusiasm. She was also patient and is a genuinely nice person. Would highly recommend hiring her on your next trip to Oahu. Mahalo Nicole! Sean

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Sean C
August 8, 2025
Koko Head hike with Nicole Miranda

Nicole (aka Miss Hawaii) was an excellent hiking guide and was very patient with myself and my two pre-teen daughters who loved her immensely. She is a genuinely kind and enthusiastic person and I would highly recommend doing hiring her for d your planning a trip to Oahu. Mahalo Nicole!

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rachel_m
July 31, 2025
Koko Head - fabulous guide!

Fantastic experience! Nicole was supportive and motivating and I loved that it felt like we were old friends catching up. I really wanted to hike Koko Head with someone as a novice and am so glad I booked Nicole. The hike was challenging, but fun and as someone who is scared of heights I didn’t find it scary. When I return to Hawaii I’ll definitely be reaching out to Nicole for more adventures. Thank you!

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Akari_O
June 27, 2025
I kicked off the trip...

I kicked off the trip with Nicole and her super-nice ride—definitely set the tone for a relaxed, fun day. We chatted the whole way, stopped for a quick bathroom break, and then headed into the Koko Trail. Even though I work out regularly, I was surprised by how steep the trail was. But Nicole was always cheerfully encouraging, chatting with me non-stop and making the climb feel way easier and way more fun than I expected. When we reached the top, she took me off the beaten path to spots with hardly any people—perfect for awesome photos. As a solo traveler, I had an absolute blast, and Nicole’s warm personality made the whole experience extra special. Can’t recommend it enough!

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