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Afraid of missing out on the real Oahu? Don’t waste any time in Waikiki. Escape the tourist trap, ditch the crowds, and hop in with a private adventure guide for a personal tour of the island’s most iconic, secret, and scenic spots. Enjoy an all day adventure of jungle, waterfalls, ridgelines and panoramic views with stops at the most beautiful beaches. Most tours cram you in a shuttle and take you on the same route to the same few crowded places. Let’s do something entirely different. Do you have a bucket list goal for your time in Hawaii? Always wanted to climb up the back of Stairway to Heaven? Wanted to go cliff jumping into a pool under a waterfall? Snorkel a local spot? Climb a secret peak for breathtaking views? I will customize your private adventure tour while keeping you safe. Solo travelers, couples, and families are welcome. This is your tour! What are you waiting for? Let’s do it. Be ready for mud, sweat, adventure, and unforgettable memories!
Wanted to experience an epic Hawaiian waterfall? We have several to choose from, depending on the difficulty of the hike and weather. A few of these are good for cliff jumping all the way from small and safe to intense and extreme. Depending on what you're up for I'll take you to the perfect waterfall, and yes, I will take some pictures.
Depending on your fitness level and desire for adventure, instead of Lulumahu Falls we will go even more off the beaten path through the jungle to a difficult to access waterfall with a private swimming hole.
If you're tired after a morning of hiking, let's take a break to cool down at a local's beach. This beautiful beach park is just beyond Lanikai beach, but instead of attracting a mass of tourists, this beach is more of a local's beach. Enjoy natural shade, peaceful breeze, a broad sand beach, and easy swimming 365 days of the year.
If you still have energy after the waterfall hike and want to hike to a scenic viewpoint, we can make that happen. We could go to Lanikai Pillbox, Crouching Lion, Kuliouou, Hanauma Bay Ridge, Deadman's Catwalk, or other, depending on weather and desire for challenge.
On our way back into Honolulu we'll stop by the infamous Spitting Cave to witness the power of the ocean. When a large swell pushes into the cave, a fountain of water bursts forth. This is a popular and dangerous cliff jumping spots for locals, but we'll just watch.
This is a small private tour. I will pick you up anywhere in Honolulu, Ko Olina, or directly from the airport. If you don't see your exact address as available for pick up, no worries, I can do it, just message me after booking. I'll call you when I'm on my way! Aloha
Private Bucket List Adventure Day- Hikes, Beaches, Waterfalls lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $225 per person for this Honolulu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. This is a small private tour. I will pick you up anywhere in Honolulu, Ko Olina, or directly from the airport. If you don't see your exact address as available for pick up, no worries, I can do it, just message me after booking. I'll call you when I'm on my way! Aloha Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyIgzNWNjYhDfJ/MpMRO1ep8=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyCmVBjeK9XELHRrycl30Gjo=.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 51 verified reviews; it is run by Oahu Hiking Adventures. Most-mentioned highlights: Air-conditioned vehicle.
Amanda was fantastic! She guided us on a couple of really fun hikes with incredible views, took us to a beautiful beach, and even brought us to a great lunch spot (not included). She truly tailors the day to you, putting together the perfect itinerary based on your survey responses. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a fun, adventurous day!
Amazing!! Travis was great and showed us some really beautiful places with minimal crowds. It was so nice to have a custom day planned just for us. Definitely a highlight of our trip and would highly recommend.
Excellent day spent with Amanda. I came in a day early for a work trip to get a little R&R and was completely pleased with my expierence seeing the island. Amanda is very well informed, friendly, easy to talk to and made the day feel like I was hanging out a with friend vs a solo trip. All and all great way to spend the day especially if your are looking to squeeze as much in as possible in a short time. Very please with the choices she made and the beautiful island! Would totally recommend for, particularly as a solo female.
Amanda was an awesome tour guide. She had lots of knowledge about the island and the hike, listened to our crazy stories and made our day safe and exciting at the same time. We recommend this company! Best part of our trip so far and we’re at the end of our trip.
Tailored to interest, fitness and the weather this is a MUST DO day out if you’re holidaying with teens or young adults! Highly recommended. Outdoor activity at its best! An adventurous experience that is not your standard waterfall hiking and beach visit.
Got to visit a waterfall, beach and sunset hike. Everything was tailored to your comfortability. If your looking for a less touristy way to experience Hawaii this is it. He is super passionate about nature and very knowledgeable on all the hikes you could ever want to do.
My hiking experienced was tailored to my desires and goals. He was very accommodating and knowledgeable on the local hikes. I got some killer photos and learned about some local plants. His dog is literally the sweetest animal as well. If you want an off the beaten path hiking experience in hawaii. This is your guy!
Travis is an amazing guide, very knowledgeable of the island and willing to go the extra to make sure everyone is happy and satisfied
We had an amazing time! Amanda was a fantastic guide, and she really made the day special by customizing the tour to exactly what we wanted to see. We did the Pillbox hike, hung out at Lanikai Beach, wandered through the Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Gardens, and even checked out the Spitting Cave. We’re definitely going to recommend her to any friends and family who visit Waikiki looking for a day of adventure!
My sisters and I spent an extraordinary day with Travis and his beautiful border collie. We hiked to the Lulumahu Falls then snorkeled and swam where locals go! Highly recommend this excursion!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Bucket List Adventure Day- Hikes, Beaches, Waterfalls | 8–9 hours | 4.9 (51) | $225 | |
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