Oahu Circle Island Bus Tour: Dole Plantation, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More
by Oahu Circle Island Snorkel Tour
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This full-day bus tour lasts about 10 to 12 hours and covers over 16 points of interest around Oahu. The tour begins and ends in Waikiki, with pickup and drop-off at four locations within the area. Free bottled water, coffee, and snacks are provided on board. The tour starts at Diamond Head Lookout (also known as Amelia Earhart Lookout), where visitors can watch the end of the sunrise and see surfers on Diamond Head Beach. Next, the bus passes through the Kahala neighborhood to view large luxury homes. Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is seen from the bus, as parking restrictions prevent a stop; the guide shares information about the bay's marine life and cultural history. Stops include Eternity Beach, a small cove near the Halona Blowhole known for its movie fame, followed by the Halona Blowhole itself, where waves push water through underwater caves creating water spouts. Sandy Beach Park is a brief stop to watch skilled surfers and bodyboarders and for restroom breaks. The tour continues to Makapu'u, where guests can view the lighthouse and coastal scenery from the area. A 30-minute stop is made at Nu’uanu Pali Lookout, situated over 1,200 feet high with panoramic views of the windward coast and historical significance as a battle site. The Byodo-In Temple is visited next, a replica of a Japanese temple surrounded by gardens and koi ponds, offering a peaceful setting. The bus passes the Banzai Pipeline surfing beach, though no stop is made. Tropical Farms, a macadamia nut plantation, offers a 30-minute break with free macadamia nuts and Kona coffee, plus the chance to try coconut juice and shop for gifts. Driving by Kualoa Ranch follows with a recommendation to visit separately. Lunch takes place at Kahuku Sugar Mill, where food trucks offer a variety of options including garlic shrimp, tacos, and burgers, with a beer garden on site. A short stop at Kahuku Farms allows tasting and viewing of many tropical fruits and interaction with local farmers. The tour then drives through Haleiwa, a surf town with historic sites and shops, followed by a 15-minute stop to view Mokoli’i Island, a volcanic islet with cultural significance. The main snorkeling stop is at Haleiwa Beach Park (Alii Beach), where all snorkeling equipment, life jackets, and safety instructions are provided for swimming with sea turtles. The final stop is the Dole Plantation in Wahiawa, where guests have about 50 minutes to ride the Dole Train, explore the outdoor maze, purchase pineapple treats, and browse souvenirs before returning to Waikiki.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Diamond Head State Monument
The tour begins at Diamond Head Lookout, also called Amelia Earhart Lookout. Visitors see the end of the sunrise and can watch surfers at Diamond Head Beach. This viewpoint is outside the crater and different from the official Diamond Head State Monument.
15 min
Kahala
The bus passes through Kahala, known as Hawaii's Gold Coast, where guests view large luxury homes owned by celebrities and professionals.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Hanauma Bay is viewed from the bus only due to parking limits. The guide provides information about its volcanic formation, marine life including over 400 fish species and turtles, and its cultural importance for traditional fishing and farming.
Eternity Beach
This small cove near the Halona Blowhole is known from the movie "From Here to Eternity." Visitors see the beach briefly and may consider returning to spend more time there.
20 min
Halona Blowhole
Guests stop to watch the Halona Blowhole where ocean waves force water through underwater caves, shooting it upward in a natural water spout.
20 min
Sandy Beach Park
At Sandy Beach, known for bodyboarding and surfing, visitors watch local surfers and have access to restrooms during the short stop.
20 min
Makapuu Lighthouse
The tour passes Makapu'u, noted for its lighthouse built in 1909 and coastal views. The area has hiking trails and historical World War II lookout sites.
Nu’uanu Pali
The bus stops for 30 minutes at Nu’uanu Pali Lookout, over 1,200 feet above sea level, offering panoramic views of the windward coast and a historical site of King Kamehameha I’s 1795 battle.
30 min
Byodo-in Temple
Visitors see the Byodo-In Temple, a 1968 replica of a 950-year-old Japanese temple, set in gardens with koi ponds. The temple commemorates 100 years of Japanese immigration to Hawaii.
Banzai Pipeline
The tour drives by the famous Banzai Pipeline surfing beach, but no stop is made.
Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)
This 30-minute stop at a macadamia nut plantation offers free macadamia nuts and Kona coffee, opportunities to crack nuts, drink fresh coconut juice, meet Samoan Chiefs, and shop for gifts.
30 min
Kualoa Ranch
The bus passes Kualoa Ranch on the way to the North Shore. Visitors are advised to visit the ranch on a separate day.
Kahuku Sugar Mill
Lunch is at Kahuku Sugar Mill for about one hour, with food trucks offering items like garlic shrimp, tacos, burgers, and local dishes, plus a beer garden.
60 min
Kahuku Farms
A brief 15-minute stop at Kahuku Farms features many tropical fruits including mango, pineapple, dragon fruit, and more, with chances to taste fruits and meet local farmers.
15 min
Haleiwa
The tour drives through Haleiwa, a historic North Shore surf town known for plantation-era architecture, surf culture, and boutique shops.
Mokoli’i Island
Guests view Mokoli’i Island, a volcanic islet off Kaneohe Bay, known as "little lizard" in Hawaiian mythology, during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Haleiwa Beach Park
This one-hour stop includes snorkeling with sea turtles at Alii Beach. The tour provides all snorkeling equipment, life jackets, lifeguards, and safety instructions.
60 min
Dole Plantation
The final stop is the Dole Plantation in Wahiawa for about 50 minutes. Visitors can ride the Dole Train, explore the outdoor maze, buy fresh pineapple and DoleWhip ice cream, and shop for souvenirs.
50 min
Waikiki
The tour begins and ends in Waikiki with pickups and drop-offs at four locations within the area.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Oahu Circle Island Bus Tour: Dole Plantation, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More
by Oahu Circle Island Snorkel Tour
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$224.20Overview
This full-day bus tour lasts about 10 to 12 hours and covers over 16 points of interest around Oahu. The tour begins and ends in Waikiki, with pickup and drop-off at four locations within the area. Free bottled water, coffee, and snacks are provided on board. The tour starts at Diamond Head Lookout (also known as Amelia Earhart Lookout), where visitors can watch the end of the sunrise and see surfers on Diamond Head Beach. Next, the bus passes through the Kahala neighborhood to view large luxury homes. Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is seen from the bus, as parking restrictions prevent a stop; the guide shares information about the bay's marine life and cultural history. Stops include Eternity Beach, a small cove near the Halona Blowhole known for its movie fame, followed by the Halona Blowhole itself, where waves push water through underwater caves creating water spouts. Sandy Beach Park is a brief stop to watch skilled surfers and bodyboarders and for restroom breaks. The tour continues to Makapu'u, where guests can view the lighthouse and coastal scenery from the area. A 30-minute stop is made at Nu’uanu Pali Lookout, situated over 1,200 feet high with panoramic views of the windward coast and historical significance as a battle site. The Byodo-In Temple is visited next, a replica of a Japanese temple surrounded by gardens and koi ponds, offering a peaceful setting. The bus passes the Banzai Pipeline surfing beach, though no stop is made. Tropical Farms, a macadamia nut plantation, offers a 30-minute break with free macadamia nuts and Kona coffee, plus the chance to try coconut juice and shop for gifts. Driving by Kualoa Ranch follows with a recommendation to visit separately. Lunch takes place at Kahuku Sugar Mill, where food trucks offer a variety of options including garlic shrimp, tacos, and burgers, with a beer garden on site. A short stop at Kahuku Farms allows tasting and viewing of many tropical fruits and interaction with local farmers. The tour then drives through Haleiwa, a surf town with historic sites and shops, followed by a 15-minute stop to view Mokoli’i Island, a volcanic islet with cultural significance. The main snorkeling stop is at Haleiwa Beach Park (Alii Beach), where all snorkeling equipment, life jackets, and safety instructions are provided for swimming with sea turtles. The final stop is the Dole Plantation in Wahiawa, where guests have about 50 minutes to ride the Dole Train, explore the outdoor maze, purchase pineapple treats, and browse souvenirs before returning to Waikiki.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Diamond Head State Monument
The tour begins at Diamond Head Lookout, also called Amelia Earhart Lookout. Visitors see the end of the sunrise and can watch surfers at Diamond Head Beach. This viewpoint is outside the crater and different from the official Diamond Head State Monument.
15 min
Kahala
The bus passes through Kahala, known as Hawaii's Gold Coast, where guests view large luxury homes owned by celebrities and professionals.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Hanauma Bay is viewed from the bus only due to parking limits. The guide provides information about its volcanic formation, marine life including over 400 fish species and turtles, and its cultural importance for traditional fishing and farming.
Eternity Beach
This small cove near the Halona Blowhole is known from the movie "From Here to Eternity." Visitors see the beach briefly and may consider returning to spend more time there.
20 min
Halona Blowhole
Guests stop to watch the Halona Blowhole where ocean waves force water through underwater caves, shooting it upward in a natural water spout.
20 min
Sandy Beach Park
At Sandy Beach, known for bodyboarding and surfing, visitors watch local surfers and have access to restrooms during the short stop.
20 min
Makapuu Lighthouse
The tour passes Makapu'u, noted for its lighthouse built in 1909 and coastal views. The area has hiking trails and historical World War II lookout sites.
Nu’uanu Pali
The bus stops for 30 minutes at Nu’uanu Pali Lookout, over 1,200 feet above sea level, offering panoramic views of the windward coast and a historical site of King Kamehameha I’s 1795 battle.
30 min
Byodo-in Temple
Visitors see the Byodo-In Temple, a 1968 replica of a 950-year-old Japanese temple, set in gardens with koi ponds. The temple commemorates 100 years of Japanese immigration to Hawaii.
Banzai Pipeline
The tour drives by the famous Banzai Pipeline surfing beach, but no stop is made.
Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)
This 30-minute stop at a macadamia nut plantation offers free macadamia nuts and Kona coffee, opportunities to crack nuts, drink fresh coconut juice, meet Samoan Chiefs, and shop for gifts.
30 min
Kualoa Ranch
The bus passes Kualoa Ranch on the way to the North Shore. Visitors are advised to visit the ranch on a separate day.
Kahuku Sugar Mill
Lunch is at Kahuku Sugar Mill for about one hour, with food trucks offering items like garlic shrimp, tacos, burgers, and local dishes, plus a beer garden.
60 min
Kahuku Farms
A brief 15-minute stop at Kahuku Farms features many tropical fruits including mango, pineapple, dragon fruit, and more, with chances to taste fruits and meet local farmers.
15 min
Haleiwa
The tour drives through Haleiwa, a historic North Shore surf town known for plantation-era architecture, surf culture, and boutique shops.
Mokoli’i Island
Guests view Mokoli’i Island, a volcanic islet off Kaneohe Bay, known as "little lizard" in Hawaiian mythology, during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Haleiwa Beach Park
This one-hour stop includes snorkeling with sea turtles at Alii Beach. The tour provides all snorkeling equipment, life jackets, lifeguards, and safety instructions.
60 min
Dole Plantation
The final stop is the Dole Plantation in Wahiawa for about 50 minutes. Visitors can ride the Dole Train, explore the outdoor maze, buy fresh pineapple and DoleWhip ice cream, and shop for souvenirs.
50 min
Waikiki
The tour begins and ends in Waikiki with pickups and drop-offs at four locations within the area.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.