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Ko Olina to North Shore: Waimea Falls, Snorkel & Dole Plantation

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Oahu, USA

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On average, this is booked 18 (8) days in advance.

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

It’s Your Day — Your Way on O‘ahu’s North Shore

Experience the original North Shore activities tour, locally owned and operated for a more authentic O‘ahu adventure. With more time off the bus than any other tour, this experience is designed for travelers who want to explore, not just sightsee.

The Surf Bus lets you choose your activities between Snorkeling, Waimea falls or Bike Riding on the day of your tour depending on what you feel like. Rental gear or Admission to the Falls is included, so there’s nothing extra to plan or stress about.

Enjoy free time at historic Hale‘iwa Town, where you’ll have time for:
Lunch, Shop Local, Try the famous Matsumoto Shave-ice.

We'll end the day with a stop at the Dole Plantation before getting back to the hotel.

Freedom to explore. Flexibility to choose.
That’s the Surf Bus difference.

What's Included

  • Cooler with Ice on board for your own snacks and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Brief location and equipment tutorial
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please wait outside the resort lobby.

What To Expect

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North Shore

Choose to spend your time between swimming on the crystal clear waters of Waimea Bay, snorkeling at Shark's Cove (one of Oahu's marine sanctuaries), bike ride the "Tree Tunnel Bike Path", or visit the biggest collection of Polynesian plants at Waimea Valley and swim at the Falls.
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

Try macadamia nuts and have free Kona coffee !
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Banzai Pipeline

Watch professional surfers tackle the infamous Pipeline wave ! We only stop during winter and fall months when the waves are breaking.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sunset Beach

Beautiful Sunset beach
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Admission Ticket Free

Waimea Valley

Spend time on the biggest collection of Polynesian plants in Hawaii! Swim at the waterfall at the end of the trail!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Shark's Cove

Snorkel at one of the three marine sanctuaries on Oahu!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Matsumoto Shave Ice

Here you will find Matsumoto shave ice, quaint art galleries and local souvenirs!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Haleiwa

Historic Haleiwa Town is an old plantation style town where you will find lots of art galleries and quaint shops, as well as the famous shave ice stands.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dole Plantation (pass by)

Drive by Dole Plantation and see the pineapple and coffee plantations on the way to the North Shore.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All day tour.
  • Need a minimum of guests to operate.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ko Olina to North Shore: Waimea Falls, Snorkel & Dole Plantation?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-72437P3

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  • Cooler with Ice on board for your own snacks and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Brief location and equipment tutorial
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Choice of PAID Admission to Waimea Falls Park, Snorkel Gear or Bicycle.
  • Live commentary on board
  • Best of Oahu Tour Guides
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All day tour.
  • Need a minimum of guests to operate.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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