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Overview
Enjoy Grand Circle Island experience tour with breathtaking views of Amelia Earhart Lookout on Diamond Head, snorkeling on the Turtle Beach, admire Chinaman’s Hat in front of Kualoa mountains, visit Dole Plantation, snorkeling on the Turtle Beach & more. Embrace the beauty of Makapu’u Point for wonderful photo opportunities. Join our tour experts as you witness famous beaches, lush valleys, ancient Hawaiian grounds, and the world-famous Dole Plantation.
Discover a different side of Oahu and explore the ecology and natural landscapes of Hawaii with us. Book your sightseeing experience today!
Description
Stop At: Diamond Head Crater, Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, Hawaii
Amelia Earhart's Marker - From this parking area you get to view the Diamond Head Light house it is a prominent symbol of Hawaiian history to residents and visitors alike, originally built in 1899 spreads light nearly 18 miles out into the Pacific Ocean. From this parking area there are fine views over Kuilei Cliffs Beach Park and up the coast toward Kahala. On the east side of the parking area , you'll see the Amelia Earhart Marker, which recalls her 1935 solo flight from Hawaii to California. Be advised this tour does not drive into Diamond head crater!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Koko Marina Center, 7192 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, Hawaii 96825
Leonards bakery is a Portuguese Bakery , Hawaii's only Portuguese donuts! Hawaii, known for popularizing the malasada. The fried pastry, slightly crispier and chewier than a doughnut and with no hole, is known as a cuisine of Hawaii. - optional and time permitting
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Halona Blowhole, Kalanianole Highway, Hawaii 96825
The Hālona Blowhole is one of Hawai'i's natural wonders, created thousands of years ago when molten lava tubes were formed from volcanic eruptions. Halona Blowhole now occasionally shoots seawater up to 30 feet in the air because of waves coursing through the underwater lava tubes. The viewing point provides a breathtaking view of Halona Cove, a beautiful beach that has been featured in many movies and music videos. During winter, you may be lucky enough to witness whales in the nearby waters.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Sandy Beach Park, 8801 Kalanianaole Hwy, Hawaii 96825
Sandy Beach Aka "Broke Neck Beach" Drive-by or Restroom stop - Sandy Beach, also referred to as "Sandy's" and known to Hawaiians as Wāwāmalu, is a beach on the southeastern shore of Oʻahu in Hawaii. It is known for its excellent bodyboarding and bodysurfing opportunities due to its peaky shore break and consistent barrels.
Stop At: Makapu'u Beach, 41-095 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo, Hawaii 96795
Makapu'u Body Surfing Beach - Makapu'u means "Bulging Eyes" Makapu'u beach on the eastside is located just below Makapu’u Point which marks Hawaii’s easternmost tip. Rabbit Island sits just offshore and makes it very picturesque. This is a very popular beach for bodysurfing and bodyboarding large waves. Back in the early days of the sport it was along this stretch of coast that bodyboarding had its first hardcore crew including Jack The Ripper who was a familiar sight catching all the set waves out the back. Like Sandy’s grinding barrels, Makapu'u has a ferocious shore break that is well suited to bodyboarding. Overlooking the Rabbit Island and Makapu'u Lighthouse - Famous movie scene from 50 First Dates
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Waimanalo, Waimanalo, Hawaii
Hawaii's Hidden Treasures - Jamie's. Restroom Stop, Light Shopping of Hawaii memorabilia items to purchase and taste freshly made delicious fruits and pineapples.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Kualoa Regional Park, 49-479 Kamehameha Hwy, Hawaii 96744
Chinaman's Hat - Kualoa Regional Park located on the east and north side of Oahu, famous for its view of Mokolii Island (Chinaman's Hat) and known for its swimming, picnicking, barbecues and camping. Guests are able to take pictures and use the restroom.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Kahuku, Kahuku, Hawaii
Tanaka's Shrimp Stand - What's a road trip with around the island without a stop at one of the famous delicious shrimp trucks! View the menu and choose a lunch plate that includes delicious fresh shrimp either garlic shrimp, coconut shrimp, spicy shrimp, lemon shrimp
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Turtle Bay Beach, Kahuku, Hawaii
Turtle Bay Fruit Stand - Mixed local grown fruits , desserts , shave ice to purchase to enjoy
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Sunset Beach, Sunset Beach, North Carolina
Restroom option - Sunset Beach is a famous surf spot known for its powerful waves that challenge even the best surfers in the world
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach Park, Pupukea, Hawaii
Bonzai Pipeline aka Pipeline is one of the most famous surf spots in the world known for its barreling waves. During winter, massive swells break on shallow reef, making it a dangerous beach for only the best and bravest surfers (and a great place for watching some of the world's top surfing).
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Shark's Cove, Pupukea, Hawaii 96712
Shark's Cove is part of Pupukea Beach Park and is known for its spectacular underwater rock formations and diverse marine life. Located near the northern end of the Marine Life Conservation District (MLCD), is a popular snorkeling site with shallow depths up to 20 feet
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Waimea Bay, Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
Waimea is famous for its 30-foot waves in the winter and is a top place to watch some of the world's best and bravest surfers. During summer, the water calms considerably and is a great destination for swimming, snorkeling, and diving.
Pass By: Laniakea Beach, 574, 61-574 Pohaku Loa Way, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
Laniakea Beach, or Turtle Beach, is located on Oahu's North Shore and is well known for being a popular feeding and sunbathing area for Hawaiian Sea Turtles (honu). Many circle island tours make a stop here for photo opportunities, but the beach is also a favorite surfing and recreational swimming spot for locals.
Stop At: Puaʻena Point Beach Park, Kahalewai Pl, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
This is the tours swimming and snorkeling opportunity (optional). The Pua'ena Point Beach Park is a hidden location in Oahu, North Shore but quite popular among surfers. The location is nice and shallow, making it ideal for beginners learning how to swim, paddle board or surf.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Haleiwa, Haleiwa, Hawaii
Macadamia Nut Store - Taste free samples of season macadamia nuts and Black coffee and other purchased items , ASAHI fruit stand , Shave Ice, "Live Music" to enjoy while shopping
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Dole Plantation, 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, Hawaii 96786
Restroom stop , Dole Whip, Barbecue Corn , Gift Shop to purchase Hawaii memorabilia items
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Green World Coffee Farms, 71 N Kamehameha Hwy # 101, Wahiawa, Hawaii 96786
Taste free samples of multiple coffee flavors, choose from 8 flavors made in Hawaii Dave's ice cream, Shave Ice, Hawaii coffee gifts to purchase and enjoy
Duration: 15 minutes
Schedule
- Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
- Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
- Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
- Duration: 10 hours (Approx.)
- Departure Time: 08:00 AM
What's Included
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-up and Drop-off service in Waikiki area is included
- Gratuities
- Parking Fees
What To Bring
- Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
- Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
- A Smile!
Hotel Pickup
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
- Breakfast and lunch expense not included
- Remaining time from the itinerary will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- 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.
Reviews
Average 4.33 out of 5 stars based on 6 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- 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.