RentingInHawaii.com
North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii, USA
Oahu Tours
RentingInHawaii.com
North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii, USA
Oahu Tours
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This grand adventure includes everything in our other tours but continues on past Sacred Falls, over the Polynesian Cultural Center, one of Hawaii's most popular visitor attractions, and the Mormon Temple in Laie. You'll also see Turtle Bay, the aquaculture farms and Kahuku Point, where whales frolic in the winter.
The tour continues along the storied North Shore, with a dramatic view of world-renowned surfing spots including Sunset Beach, Pipeline and Waimea Bay.
On your way over Oahu's Central Plain, you'll see the Dole Pineapple maze and the "birthing stones" of Hawaiian royalty. Your tour concludes with a panoramic vista of Pearl Harbor. (Return to top of Page)
The Alii Kai Dinner Cruise offers four ( 4 ) different meal options to make your family's 2-hour cruise that much more enjoyable. As soon as you step on board you'll feel the excitement build as we get ready to depart the pier and the live band starts to play contemporary and island favorites.
You'll catch some spectacular views as we set out for Waikiki and then cruise along the Honolulu coast. Soon the aromas from the Makahiki buffet, Crab or Lobster dinner will announce the start of the dinner service offered on the respective decks.
After your meal beautiful island dancers will share dances of Polynesia and Hawaii with you in a show that will get you in the island spirit. Then the fun really gets heated up with games and dancing with the crew. By night's end you'll be a part of the Alii Kai ohana ( family ). (Return to top of Page)
If a tour bus is too crowded and a bike is too slow, try cruising the streets of Honolulu in a sleek, classy limo. Limos fit up to six people, and the price of a tour is per limo, not per person. Various tours are offered, including a Honolulu City Tour that lasts 2 1/2 hours, costs USD140, and visits about ten tourist hot spots. Golf packages are also offered, as are air transfer and tour packages. You pay for the tour after it is completed. Please note that a 7 percent surcharge is added to credit card purchases. (Return to top of Page)
Bike tours for people of all ages and experience levels are offered here. Beginners and families can enjoy a downhill ride and a two-mile hike to a private waterfall. For mountain bike enthusiasts, the five-hour tour of Ka'a'awa Valley is a wonderful way to see O'ahu from a different perspective. This tour runs Saturday and Sunday. All prices include transportation to and from the hotel and snacks; rubber boots are available. (Top of Page)
Bike Shop (The)
Whether you're looking to rent a bike for a solo cruise through Honolulu's parks or take a leisurely guided tour downtown, this is the first place to call. The store also sells all kinds of cycles, including mountain bikes, BMX bikes and road bikes. Featured brands include Shimano, Campagnola and Cinelli. The Bike Store's Honolulu City Lights Tour is a fun, unique way to tour the city. The tour costs USD30 per person, and it's recommended that you reserve your space ahead of time. (Return to top of Page)
Participants will enter the dolphins environment during a deep water encounter and learn about dolphin anatomy, physiology, training and conversation. Participants will experience a personal training lesson with dolphin trainers and have a chance to view the dolphins underwater and up close with their "dive masks." This program offers our most in-depth interaction with the animals. Photos with your dolphin are available for purchase. (Top of Page)
From a waist deep platform, guests can caress, kiss and observe dolphins while they perform high-energy behaviors. The program also offers the opportunity to move off the platform into slightly deeper water to participate in some fun activities while swimming with the dolphins. Photos with your dolphin are available for purchase. (Return to top of Page)
Our adventure is the only experience that will take you from Ko Olina Marina up the entire Waianae Coast to its northernmost tip, the sacred Kaena Point.
Learn about the magical history of our Islands and the Waianae coastline ( West Coast of Oahu ) as our crew enchants you with legends and history of this beautiful land.
Get your video and still cameras ready, because we will see Dolphins ( Naia ), Whales ( Kohola ) ( in season ), Green Sea Turtles ( Honu ), and Flying Fish ( Malolo ) along the way! When we do meet up with the dolphins and whales, we'll stop the boat, and sit with them as our knowledgeable crew will tell you everything you want to know about these amazing and beautiful creatures.
After an exciting ride up the coast, we'll enjoy an hour of snorkeling just off the Kaena Cliffs, past the end of the road, where the only access is by boat or hiking. We provide the best of snorkeling equipment for you to enjoy as you swim in the sparkling blue water of Makua amongst unspoiled reef and sea life where no other tours take you.
While still tingling from your snorkeling experience, enjoy our sumptuous lunch buffet, and sip on a tropical Mai Tai, a cool beer or any other of our beverages to your heart's content. Let the cool Hawaiian breeze relax your soul as we make our way back down the coast to our luxurious Ko Olina Marina home. (Return to top of Page)
This company offers a variety of entertaining cruises in the waters off Honolulu and beyond. Its most popular activity is the Pacific Splash Barefoot Fun Cruise, which lasts or about three hours. Dolphin-watching cruises depart each morning and whale-watching cruises happen several times a day during the winter ( December 15 through April 30 ). Sunset dinner cruises and extended voyages are also available. (Return to top of Page)
Kick back and relax in an air-conditioned tour bus as a certified tour guide takes you around the notable points of Honolulu. There are nearly a dozen organized tours, a Waikiki Trolley day-pass, and an option to design your own tour. Popular tours include the Pearl Harbor & Punchbowl Crater Tour and the Circle Island Beach & Dole Plantation Tour, which is a full-day excursion to all the most famous aquatic landmarks on the island. (Top of Page)
Grand Circle Island - Bus Tour
Highlights of the Oahu Grand Circle Island include: Diamond Head , Pali Lookout* , Hanauma Bay* (closed on Tuesdays ), Halona Point* ( "Blow Hole" ), Mormon Temple , yodo-In* at the "Valley of the Temples" ( admission included ), Kualoa Nursery, North Shore, Waimea Bay, Haleiwa. *denotes stops made. This is a full day tour with admissions to attractions included and a stop for a no-host lunch. (Return to top of Page)
Grand Circle Island AND Pineapple Express - Combo Bus Tour
A fully narrated 120-mile tour of Oahu includes all of the "must-see" locations on Oahu. From the lush, green, windswept mountains of Pali Lookout, to the fertile pineapple fields of Central Oahu and the famous surf of North Shore's beaches, our tour-qualified drivers will share their knowledge about the history and culture of this little island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
Include a visit to the Dole Plantation in your tour of the island of Oahu, where you will board the Pineapple Express train tour. Along the 2 mile route you'll learn about the history of pineapple and the story of James Dole, who pioneered the pineapple industry in Hawaii and appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the Ko'olau and Waianae mountains.
Highlights of the Combo Oahu Grand Circle Island include: Diamond Head, Pali Lookout* , Hanauma Bay (closed on Tuesdays )*, Halona Point ( "Blow Hole" )* , Mormon Temple , Kualoa Nursery, North Shore, Waimea Bay, Haleiwa, Dole Plantation* *denotes stops made. This is a full day tour with admissions to attractions included and a stop for a no-host lunch. (Return to top of Page)
Hanauma Bay boasts some of the best snorkeling in the entire world. You can see schools of exotic fish without even wading out past hip-level. However, if you're unfamiliar with the ocean or you've never tried snorkeling before, it's nice to go with an experienced guide. The price of a snorkeling tour includes transportation, instruction and equipment. Depending on which package you choose, you can spend up to four hours at the bay. (Top of Page)
There's so much more to see on this tour than you might expect. Your Duck adventure begins at Koko Marina. Here you'll get snorkel equipment so that you're prepared for a great underwater adventure at Hanauma Bay, Oahu's prime snorkel spot.
If you're not up for snorkeling, you can opt to stay at Koko Marina, stroll along the mall and check out the many apparel stores or restaurants there. People heading for Hanauma Bay will spend a couple of fun hours there before hopping back on the bus to go back to Koko Marina.
Then it's time to board the brightly-painted Duck, which will take you on water and land back to Waikiki. Along the way, you'll enjoy a fully-narrated, 30-minute ocean cruise at Maunalua Bay. Afterward, you'll cruise along the shoreline on Diamond Head Road and through the luxurious Kahala district, before returning to your starting point. (Return to top of Page)
This is indeed a food-lover's idea of heaven! Culinary tourism in Honolulu has evolved in the form of Hawaii Food Tours, which organizes delicious trips to restaurants around the city. With rates ranging from USD59 onwards, this is a steal, for you get to indulge in a gamut of delicacies, most of them Hawaiian. You will also find chefs who serve Chinese noodles and dumplings, Vietnamese crabs and meats, and heart-warming wines. The friendly kitchen staff indulges in healthy cooking tips. Bon Appetit! (Return to top of Page)
Touted as the best adventure tour on O'ahu, this day-long outing includes hiking, snorkeling, and boogie boarding. Start your morning with a leisurely mile hike through a rain forest to 200-foot Manoa Falls, where you can swim or relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery. Next, you'll visit several notable sights including Diamond Head Crater. After a lunch stop at a local cafe, it is off to the beach for the afternoon. Hotel pick-up and drop-off is included in the tour price. (Return to top of Page)
Your flight starts by flying over the harbor and past rows and rows of cruise ships. Then you start down the coast of Waikiki Beach. You see numerous famous hotels such as the Royal Hawaiian and the Ilkai. Once you reach the end of the beach you fly over Diamond Head. Then you circle back over the city, enjoying views of downtown Honolulu and Pearl Harbor. (Return to top of Page)
This 15-minute tour begins with a beautiful view of placid Keehi Lagoon and continues over historic Honolulu Harbor. Here you will see Aloha Tower, once the tallest structure on the island, as well cruise ships from distant ports.
Next is downtown Honolulu, featuring the only royal palace in the country. Above the city stands Punchbowl, the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. The tour continues above Ala Moana Beach Park, Magic Island, the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor and Waikiki Beach. On your return to the airport, you’ll see Pearl Harbor. (Return to top of Page)
One way to experience the beauty of Waikiki is via a romantic helicopter ride courtesy Heli USA Airways. The flight starts at the airport and takes you over the harbor where you are treated to a view of the downtown area and cruise ships dotting the shore. The tour continues along the shoreline where you can see towering hotels overlooking the rolling surf. As you reach the end of the beach line you're flown over the 765-foot-high Diamond Crater. Last but not least, the helicopter loops around and flies back down over the city to Pearl Harbor, where you can find the Arizona Memorial and many warships of the past. (Return to top of Page)
See the island, in a sleek high-performance aircraft, soaring the skies over northwest Oahu. Panoramic vistas unfold as your pilot guides you in this bubble-topped aircraft; on the wings of wind with sights and sensations never experienced before.
Your piloted scenic glider tour starts from Dillingham Air Base in Mokuleia with flight along the lush Waianae Mountains with rugged cliffs, cattle and horse trails; Panoramic views of Oahu's world famous North Shore including Waimea Bay; a glimpse of the Satellite Tracking Station at Kaena Point, and colorful windsurfing sails off the beach at Mokuleia.
Depending on the length-of-ride and weather conditions, you can see all of the North Shore and most of the interior of the island including Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head and Honolulu to the South. This 20-minute flight can attain altitudes of 3,000 feet or more. Mother Nature sometimes has a say in where we can fly and how high we can get (because of cold-cover and wind-conditions ). Seating is "cozy". (Return to top of Page)
Located just adjacent to Honolulu International Airport, this service allows visitors to see Honolulu and the island of O'ahu from high above. Owner/Pilot Pat Magie and his wife Debbie own two sturdy de Havilland Beavers. They take off and land in beautiful Ke'ehi lagoon, providing views of the Koolau and Waianae mountain ranges, the exquisite beaches on all sides of the island and dramatic Diamond Head reigning over Waikiki Beach. (Top of Page)
This company specializes in cultural eco-tours trips to wahi pana ( legendary places ) or wahi la'a ( sacred places ) in remote areas of O'ahu. Local native Dominic Aki imparts a wealth of folklore and esoteric history while guiding you to little known petroglyphs, ancient temples, shrines and even a traditional birthing stone. Half-day and full-day tours are available. (Return to top of Page)
Guide Michael Walther has spent his life studying local flora and fauna, and he imparts his knowledge during these interesting eco-excursions. Invigorate yourself with an early morning hike to the 763-foot summit of the Diamond Head Crater. Visit magnificent waterfalls during the afternoon rainforest excursion in the Ko'olau mountains. There are five tours in all, as well as two combination tour packages. (Return to top of Page)
For spectacular bird's eye views of Oahu, book a seat on this charter helicopter. The Honolulu Waterfront Flight lasts only 10 minutes, and flies over Waikiki, Ala Moana and Honolulu Harbor. Longer flights visit Magic Island and Olomana. Sunset and night flights are available. Private charters and private flight lessons are offered. (Top of Page)
Touted as a Barefoot Fun Cruise, this adventure is perfect for just about any age. It starts off with a mellow ocean cruise. Later in the day, the ship moors in a secluded cove. Passengers can snorkel and swim in the blue ocean waters; a waterslide and water trampoline are provided. Hamburgers, hot dogs, teriyaki chicken, vegetables and fruit are served during the lunch cruise. The morning cruise, which features a full American style breakfast, is less expensive. (Return to top of Page)
Pali Makani Tour 30-minute helicopter tour of Honolulu.
Rounding the east end of the island, you'll see rugged coastline, inviting Sandy Beach and Makapuu Point and lighthouse. Your aerial tour continues over Sea Life Park, the estate where TV's Magnum P.I. was filmed and miles of white sand beach.
You'll be treated to a stunning view of Mount Olomana and, later, the Nuuanu Pali where King Kamehameha's warriors won a decisive battle to unite the islands. (Return to top of Page)
Paradise Cruise, Ltd.
Enjoy the sights, sounds and sensations of the O'ahu coastline on this tour company's luxury ships, the Starlet I & II and the Star of Honolulu. The Diamond Head Odyssey Cruise is appropriate for families. The half-day cruise takes passengers to the bay by Diamond Head, where they can snorkel with sea turtles, float on rafts, sunbathe on the deck, or waterslide into the ocean. (Return to top of Page)
Visit top O'ahu attractions with this well-known tour company. The Arizona Memorial and USS Missouri Tour visits Pearl Harbor, the battleship USS Missouri and the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. The Polynesian Cultural Center Tour takes you through Oahu's most scenic areas. See the natural beauty that makes the Islands famous: tropical forests, seaside villages, championship surfing spots and world-renowned beaches. (Top of Page)
Casual and fun two-deck 340-passenger motor vessel and friendly crew sharing the spirit of Aloha. Experience a memorable evening cruising at sunset. Departing daily from Pier 8, Aloha Tower Marketplace. Please be sure to show up 1/2 hour early! (Return to top of Page)
Hawaii's premier cruise ship specially designed for Hawaiian waters. A four-deck 1,500-passenger vessel equipped with innovative watts-type stabilizers for a smooth ride, and panoramic wrap-around decks and 60' high observation deck for the best views! The award-winning Star is also A.D.A. compliant, with two elevators and wheel-chair accessible ramps. Departing daily from Pier 8, Aloha Tower Marketplace.
Hawaii's best whale watch takes you beyond Diamond Head to give you the best seat at sea! View Humpback whales from the Star's 60' high observation deck! More whale activities, with crew of Naturalists, educational whale narration, video presentation and Whale Guarantee! Plus, bonus Hawaiian cultural activities! (Return to top of Page)
Romantic City Lights Charter 60-minute helicopter tour of Honolulu.
You’ll have the aircraft to yourselves, an exceptional treat for the discriminating traveler. You'll see the lights of Honolulu twinkling like so many diamonds on black velvet, an extraordinary experience. Because this is a charter flight, there are no applicable Federal taxes or fees. (Return to top of Page)
Descend three fathoms into the Hawaiian Reef Tank and become an underwater photographer. You will walk among and hand feed schools of colorful tropical fish. As you explore the reef with our underwater camera, your sea trek guide will lead you on your search for sharks, eels, eagle rays and a sea turtle. Your special helmet will enable you to have a crystal clear view of the fascinating marine life that resides in our private reef. Each photograph ( total of eight ) taken by guests on this underwater safari will be given as a complimentary souvenir gift. As you seek out different creatures to photograph keep a sharp eye out for the Hawaiian state fish, the Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. A special reward is offered for those photographers who capture a clear photograph of this elusive fish. (Return to top of Page)
This is a combined activity, you will go on a 30-minute flight tour and have a catered dinner served buffet style with Hawaiian music piped over the dock. The entire facility can be reserved for your groups private gathering ( minimum of 20 persons ). Or, you can just join in with other groups to have an unbelievable event that will be remembered forever. You can relax on the dock and watch the seaplanes take-off and land right in front of you. This activity is normally done in the late afternoon and will often offer great sunsets. (Return to top of Page)
All kinds of excursions can be arranged through this company. Almost every excursion operates as a charter. Dolphin swims, whale watches, sailing charters and snorkel adventures are all available. The company allows a maximum of six passengers on each charter, and the minimum is only two! It's a world apart from the crowded catamaran tours and whale watches offered by many companies. Excursions take place off Oahu's Leeward shore. (Return to top of Page)
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