This tour was a great way to see the island highlights in a day! Our tour guide Nevin was great and it was the little things like playing the ukulele at some of our stops and using a conch shell to let us know when to come back to the tour bus that was memorable. There were some power lines that came down in the road we were supposed to take as well as brown water from the storms on the North Shore that prevented us from snorkeling but Nevin quickly pivoted and changed our itinerary. We still ended up going to all of the spots named in the tour but added in Waimea Valley and got to swim at the waterfall-it ended up being better than we expected! The tour ended up going about 1.5 longer than planned but the group really appreciated the accommodation. It was also a small group-just 11 of us so felt like a private tour. Would highly recommend!
Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $149 / person
- Location
- Honolulu, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 5,274 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 28
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Hawaii Turtle Tours
Description
Circle most of the island of Oahu on a full-day tour by minibus limited to 24 (possible to go over 28) passengers, a smaller group than typical island coach tours. With an informative guide, you’ll make about a dozen stops, including the chance to see Hawaiian green sea turtles in their natural habitat during an hour of snorkeling on Oahu’s North Shore. Get a comprehensive overview of top attractions such as Diamond Head, Makapu’u Beach, Halona Blowhole and the Dole Plantation. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Waikiki is included.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:20 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 24
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $149
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $129
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
In demand: 13 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Waikiki
Our shuttle will arrive at 7:20am for pick up in Waikiki, with a local guide to help you prepare for a day of exploring the island of Oahu. Pick up times vary by hotel and will be automatically assigned when you input your information into our online booking platform.
Diamond Head State Monument
The first lookout we visit is an elevated view perched on the eastern side of Waikiki’s famous Diamond Head Volcano, This lookout grants us a great opportunity for pictures of the south eastern coastline of Oahu, with notable sights as far as Hanauma bay and Maui on a clear day. The location is more formally known as Amelia Earhart Lookout, known for where bystanders gathered to watch Earhart make her first solo aviation journey from Hawaii to North America.
Halona Blowhole
Molten lava tubes from volcanic eruptions that occurred from Oahu’s Koko Head crater formed the natural occurrence known as the Halona Blowhole. This lava tube extends into the ocean with a very narrow opening at the top, and when the surf is just right, water pressure builds up within the lava tube and erupts through the narrow opening creating a special Hawaiian Geyser for your viewing pleasure.
Makapu‘U Point
Witness Waimanalo’s dramatic sea cliffs as we turn into Oahu’s windward side as we begin our journey to the North Shore of Oahu. Look off into the azure blue waters of the bay and you will see Oahu’s famous Manana Island also known as Rabbit island due to its Rabbit like shape.
Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)
After a beautiful drive along Oahu’s eastern coastline, our next stop is a local shop that finds itself tucked away under aged Banyan Trees with macadamia nut and delicious Kona coffee tastings, along with very tempting Hawaiian chocolates amongst other treats.
Mokoli’i Island
Chinaman’s Hat, also known as Mokolii, is nestled right next to the Kualoa Valley Mountain range. This location is known for its dramatic landscape filmed in a number of Hollywood movies; most notably and fan favorite Jurassic Park. The island has earned the nickname Chinaman’s Hat from its resemblance to the straw hats that the Chinese immigrants wore when working Oahu’s sugar plantations during the early 1900’s.
Famous North Shore Shrimp Lunch on Local Hawaiian Farm Our guide will walk you through a local taro patch on a farm located at the base of the Koʻolau Mountain Range . Get a first hand look at how ancient Hawaiian agriculture practices live on and how to this day still manage to provide for local families to live off the land using the techniques and traditions passed down through generations. We also eat lunch at the farm. The farm has a restaurant that can prepare all of the famous North Shore delicacies. Garlic Shirmp, Coconut Shrimp, and Kalua Pork are just some of the mouth watering plates available for lunch. Vegetarian options are available. Please bring cash for lunch.
Oahu's North Shore
Tropical Fruit Stands After lunch we make a stop at North Shore tropical fruit stands, which offers ice cold coconuts to drink from, fresh mangos, and other tropical treats.
Sunset Beach
A change of pace from the crowded beaches of Waikiki, The infamous Sunset Beach on the North Shore offers tranquility and is the epitome of a beautiful Hawaiian Beach. However don’t lets the summer months fool you, during the winter months, swells of 30 to 40 feet can be seen from the safe confines of shore.
North Shore
Hawaii Green Sea Turtle Beach Snorkeling Hono is the Hawaiian name for our beloved Green Sea Turtles. Our Honu are very Hawaiian in that they love to lay on the sand and bask under the warm sun. We take you to a beach where we spend 90 minutes hoping to spot this incredible occurrence and we will also provide snorkeling gear so guests can go for a swim and hopefully snorkel along side a green sea turtle as well. Snorkel Gear is included in the price of the tour. Please alert your guest to bring sunscreen and a towel.
Haleiwa
Outskirts of Haleiwa Town, Pineapple, Coffee and Agricultural Fields
Dole Plantation
A historic pineapple plantation home to pineapple magnets, pineapple t-shirts, pineapple keychains and most importantly pineapple ice cream aka Dole Whip!! A great way to end the day and get some pineapple themed souvenirs for your friends and family back home.
Sandy Beach Park
Sandy Beach is a beach on the South Shore of Oʻahu in Hawaii. It is known for its excellent bodyboarding and bodysurfing opportunities due to shore break and consistent barrels.
Waimanalo
Waimanalo have gorgeous white sand beaches, snorkeling with near-guaranteed honu (Hawaiian green sea turtle) sightings, several hole-in-the-wall but worth a stop eateries, roaming bands of wild chickens, and a handful of family-owned farms
What's included
Included
Oahu Circle Island Tour
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned minibus
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Small-Group Experience
Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Our pick up locations are strategically chosen to be close to the largest number of hotels in Waikiki. We will send you your pickup time and location according to the hotel where you will be staying at. If you don't know your accommodation details yet, kindly contact us when you do to provide name, email and hotel information so we can assigne your pick-up. Mahalo!
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
5,274 reviews
How it compares in Honolulu
- No. 8 by number of reviews among 457 tours in Honolulu
- Starting price $149 is 34% below the typical $225 for tours of similar length in Honolulu
- Price unchanged over the last 20 days
Excurgo comparison of 457 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, bottled water and change of dry clothes in a small day bag for this tour
- Some places listed may not be followed due to availability, restrictions and etc.
- As our company name states, we provide a scenic tour around our beautiful island. We make it a priority to visit the beaches most frequented by our Hawaiian green sea turtles, however on occasion due to weather or sea conditions are guests may not experience them on the beaches or while snorkeling. They are beautiful and awesome creatures of nature and sometimes unpredictable, therefore we can not guarantee turtle sightings.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling take?
Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 14 stops.
How much does Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling cost?
Prices start at $149 per person for this Honolulu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:20 AM.
How much does Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $129, adults from $149. Infants go free.
Does Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling sell out?
It can: 13 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Our pick up locations are strategically chosen to be close to the largest number of hotels in Waikiki. We will send you your pickup time and location according to the hotel where you will be staying at. If you don't know your accommodation details yet, kindly contact us when you do to provide name, email and hotel information so we can assigne your pick-up. Mahalo! Pickup points include Hilton Grand Vacations Club The Grand Islander Waikiki Honolulu, Ka La'i Waikiki Beach, Lxr Hotels & Resorts.
What languages is Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 28 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(5,274)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Awesome tour!
T
What a great tour! We saw...
What a great tour! We saw so many places and Raul the guide made the day lots of fun whilst sharing lots of facts and history. Definitely recommend!
J
Great tour and wonderful...
Great tour and wonderful way to see the island. Our tour guide was awesome and catered to everyone in our group. Definitely need to do this....
B
Great trip on our first day in Hawaii
This was a wonderful trip to do on our first day in Hawaii. Our guide was Raul and he was fantastic!! He was very informative and fun and he made the day very memorable for us. We got to see so much, we took great photos and the smaller group was ideal.
V
Great scenery. Disappointing tour.
I was greatly looking forward to seeing the Oahu north shore. And it did not disappoint. But... Our minibus was old and we were crammed in. No shock absorbers. I have spine issues and the ride was beyond uncomfortable. The guides were sweet but offered no real information about the island. The whole thing was...that's where I like to surf...that's a nice hike...that's a nice beach we're not stopping at... I would have liked some history. We passed where captain cook landed with no explanation. Even a history of surfing in Hawaii would have been cool. Stopped for a mediocre lunch overlooking a truck park. Meh. Conditions for turtles not great. Not tours fault! Also 2 annoying stops. No education about how special macadamia nuts are. And the dole stop was so short you had no time to even take a tour. Just buy an overpriced dole whip that you can get anywhere. I'm glad we went but not sure about the enthusiasm for this tour. Great guys...meh experience.
R
Great experience, lots to see and do.
First time in Hawaii. We had a great time. Really good way to see many sites many of which were stunning. Mike our guide was really knowledgeable and helpful. Very good value for money
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M
1000/10 tour dè turtle!
I had an incredible day with Tour guide Benji on this small tour of Oahu as a solo traveller from Australia. Weather to start the day post hurricane was atrocious and raining, but Benji did everything in his power to make sure it was still memorable! When we couldn’t see any turtles snorkelling due to the quality of the water, he drove to every beach and secret location to ensure the people on the tour who hadn’t got to see a turtle, got to experience that! Ultimately finding us the biggest turtle sunning itself on a secluded beach - incredible! Benji was always super accomodating, happy to chat and take photos of everyone and by the end of the the day, the positive energy of the experience brought out the sunshine and we all got burnt, a major turnaround weather wise from the start of the morning! I was 10000/10 recommend this tour to anyone visiting Waikiki, especially if Australian!!
R
An excellent tour.
We would highly recommend this tour, the driver Benji was very friendly & engaging, provided lots of commentary & the tour itself was awesome. We covered most of the attractions around the island & would like to thank Benji for creating wonderful memories.
M
10 star turtle tour
Incredible day exploring Oahu with guide Benji! Weather was not in our favour post hurricane, with rain leaving waikiki and the beaches not as blue as they’d usually be, but he did everything he could to make it memorable. When we couldn’t see turtles whilst snorkelling, he made sure to stop and search every beach for a turtle for the people who had never seen one before, which resulted in everyone seeing a massive turtle sunning itself on a little random beach outside of pipeline! Benji was so knowledgeable, knew everyone and everything and was personable and happy to assist with taking photos at all times. Such a memorable day with a great group of people made even better by a great guide! Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Hawaii, especially if from Australia!!
A
Super hero Benji
Benji was awesome. Tour started off rough due to weather but he made it his mission to make the most out of our visit. Taking us on additional stop, being attentive, and personable. Grateful for this experience.
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