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Surf Bus North Shore Activities - Snorkel, Waterfall Swim, Bike, Kayak & More Instant Confirmation

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Explore Oahu's North Shore and enjoy a full day of adventure with your choice of a bike, waterfall hike, snorkel, stand up paddle, shark cage dive, kayak, canoe paddle, surf lessons and more!

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Embark on a comfortable bus ride to the island's famed North Shore, and enjoy a full day of fun-filled activities. Your morning activities include your choice of snorkeling, a nature walk and waterfall swim at Waimea Falls Park, a bike ride, or even boogie boarding at Waimea Bay. In the afternoon, you can choose to kayak or SUP (stand up paddle) in a calm bay and river or dine on a delicious shrimp plate and explore the town of Haleiwa. During the drive, your guide will take you to the best spots for photos of the surf at Pipeline and even snoozing turtles.
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Price
1 Morning Activity + 1 Afternoon Activity
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2 Select the amount (participants, hours, vehicles, etc.)
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 108.90
USD 108.90
Child (Age 4-12)
USD 92.15
USD 92.15
Infant (Age 0-3)
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Adult (Age 13 & over)
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Child (Age 4-12)
USD 92.15
USD 92.15
Infant (Age 0-3)
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    Cruising along!
  • Duration (incl. transportation): 9 - 10 hour(s)
  • Available: Daily
  • Pick-up: Available
  • Inclusion: Instruction / Cooler space for drinks and snacks that you bring / Guide during your drive / Admission OR equipment rental (depending on your activity choices)
  • Schedule
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  • Pick-up
    Time & Location
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  • Drop-off
    Time & Location
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  • 07:55-08:20 Pick-up from Waikiki Hotels
  • 08:30 Drive to North Shore (1 hr)
  • 09:30 Rest Stop in Haleiwa Town (15 min)
    Stretch your legs, use the restroom, grab a coffee and pick-up snacks and drinks at the Whaler's General Store
  • 10:00 Pipeline & North Shore Sightseeing (30 mins)
  • 11:00 Morning Activity (3 hrs)
    Your choice of snorkeling at Shark's Cove, nature walk and swim at Waimea Falls Park, North Shore bike ride, or swimming and boogie boarding at Waimea Bay (weather permitting).
  • 14:00 Afternoon Activity (2 hrs)
    Your choice of kayaking, SUP (stand up paddle), swimming, or having a Shrimp Truck lunch plate. Also free time in Haleiwa Town is available.
  • 17:00-17:30 Drop-off at Waikiki Hotels
Package detail / Schedule
Canoe Paddling Tour + 1 Morning Activity
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2 Select the amount (participants, hours, vehicles, etc.)
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 143.46
USD 143.46
Child (Age 4-12)
USD 127.75
USD 127.75
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Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 143.46
USD 143.46
Child (Age 4-12)
USD 127.75
USD 127.75
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    Snorkel year-round at the famous Sharks Cove!
This full-day tour to Oahu's North Shore includes visits to the most famous beaches on the island as well as a visit to historic Haleiwa with extra time to take part in various outdoor activities. In the afternoon you'll have the unique opportunity to learn how to paddle in a traditional double-hulled outrigger canoe as you journey the Anahulu River!
  • Duration (incl. transportation): 9 - 10 hour(s)
  • Available: Daily
  • Pick-up: Available
  • Inclusion: Instruction / Cooler space for drinks and snacks that you bring / Guide during your drive / Admission OR equipment rental (depending on your activity choices)
  • Schedule
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  • Pick-up
    Time & Location
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  • Drop-off
    Time & Location
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  • 07:55-08:20 Pick-up
  • 08:30 Drive to North Shore (1 hr)
  • 09:30 Pipeline & North Shore Sightseeing (30 mins)
  • 10:00 Morning Activity (2.5 hrs)
    Your choice of snorkeling at Shark's Cove, nature walk and swim at Waimea Falls Park, North Shore bike ride, or swimming and boogie boarding at Waimea Bay (weather permitting).
  • 12:30 Rest Stop in Haleiwa Town (15 min)
    Stretch your legs, use the restroom, grab a coffee and pick-up snacks and drinks at the Whaler's General Store
  • 14:00 Canoe Tour (2 hrs)
    Board a traditional double-hull canoe and paddle up the Anahulu River.
  • 17:00-17:30 Drop-off
Add-ons:
Snorkel with the Turtles per person + USD 55.00
Snorkel with the Turtles per person + USD 55.00
Add snorkeling equipment to you afternoon activity so you can dive under to get a closer look at Hawaiian green sea turtles!
Package detail / Schedule
Surfing Lesson + 1 Afternoon Activity
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2 Select the amount (participants, hours, vehicles, etc.)
Adult/Child (Age 13 & over)
USD 169.63
USD 169.63
Child (Age 4-12)
USD 153.93
USD 153.93
Child (Age 0-3)
free
free
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Adult/Child (Age 13 & over)
USD 169.63
USD 169.63
Child (Age 4-12)
USD 153.93
USD 153.93
Child (Age 0-3)
free
free
GE Tax included
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    Have fun enjoying the waters of Waimea!
Spend two hours on a beautiful North Shore beach learning to catch waves under the care of a professional instructor. Select a second activity in the afternoon to fill out your day with as much fun and freedom as possible. If you're tired from surfing and just want to relax, you also have the option to replace your afternoon activity with a tasty lunch plate from one of the local food trucks.
  • Duration (incl. transportation): 9 - 10 hour(s)
  • Available: Daily
  • Pick-up: Available
  • Inclusion: Instruction / Cooler space for drinks and snacks that you bring / Guide during your drive / Admission OR equipment rental (depending on your activity choices)
  • Schedule
  • 　
  • Pick-up
    Time & Location
  • 　
  • Drop-off
    Time & Location
  • 　

  • 07:55-08:20 Pick-up from Waikiki Hotels
  • 08:30 Drive to North Shore (1 hr)
  • 09:30 Rest Stop in Haleiwa Town (15 min)
    Stretch your legs, use the restroom, grab a coffee and pick-up snacks and drinks at the Whaler's General Store
  • 10:00 Pipeline & North Shore Sightseeing (30 mins)
  • 11:00 Choose a Morning Activity (2 hrs)
    Your choice of SUP (stand up paddling), swimming, or having a Shrimp Truck lunch plate. Also, free time in Haleiwa Town is available.
  • 14:00 Surf Lesson (2 hrs)
    The North Shore, birthplace of big wave surfing, is an excellent location to pick up this iconic hobby. Join an instructor on the beach for a 2-hour lesson that will help you acquire the basics of surfing.
  • 17:00-17:30 Drop-off
Package detail / Schedule
Shark Cage Dive + 1 Afternoon Activity
1 Select a date
2 Select the amount (participants, hours, vehicles, etc.)
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 192.11
USD 192.11
Child (Age 3-12)
USD 164.03
USD 164.03
Adult observer (Age 13 & over)
USD 136.41
USD 136.41
Child observer (Age 3-12)
USD 120.27
USD 120.27
Infant (Age 0-2)
free
free
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Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 192.11
USD 192.11
Child (Age 3-12)
USD 164.03
USD 164.03
Adult observer (Age 13 & over)
USD 136.41
USD 136.41
Child observer (Age 3-12)
USD 120.27
USD 120.27
Infant (Age 0-2)
free
free
GE Tax included
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Summon your courage and find yourself eye to eye with one of nature's most misunderstood creatures. Through this interaction, come to discover a side of sharks that very few get to experience. Relax on the North Shore's beaches and partake in one of three fun activities to calm your nerves, and enjoy an all-around great day on Oahu.
  • Duration (incl. transportation): 9 - 10 hour(s)
  • Available: Weekday
  • Pick-up: Available
  • Inclusion: Instruction / Cooler space for drinks and snacks that you bring / Guide during your drive / Admission OR equipment rental (depending on your activity choices)
  • Schedule
  • 　
  • Pick-up
    Time & Location
  • 　
  • Drop-off
    Time & Location
  • 　

  • 07:55-08:20 Pick-up from Waikiki Hotels
  • 08:30 Drive to North Shore (1 hr)
  • 09:30 Rest Stop in Haleiwa Town (15 mins)
    Stretch your legs, use the restroom, grab a coffee and pick-up snacks and drinks at the Whaler's General Store.
  • 10:00 Shark Cage Dive Tour (2 hr)
    This includes the boat ride to and from the dive site. You will be in the water for approximately 20 minutes.
  • 12:00 Afternoon Activity (3 hrs)
    Your choice of snorkeling at the North Shore's only protected marine preserve, bike riding along famous surfing beaches on the "Tree Tunnel Bike Path," or hiking through a world-class botanical garden for a waterfall swim.
  • 15:30 Quick Stop to Watch Sea Turtles (15 mins)
    Stop at a nearby beach just in time to watch Hawaiian green sea turtles emerging from the water. This uniquely Hawaiian encounter will let you end your day on the North Shore with a high note.
  • 17:00-17:30 Drop-off
Package detail / Schedule
Notes
Restriction(s)
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    • This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
    • During the winter months, high waves and rough ocean conditions may prevent access into the waters of Waimea Bay.
    • You must wear the provided life jackets if you would like to swim at the waterfall in Waimea Falls Park.
    • After your activities, if you are not at the specified pick-up location at the time indicated by your guide, the bus may leave without you and you will be responsible for your own transportation.
  • 1 Morning Activity + 1 Afternoon Activity,
    Surfing Lesson + 1 Afternoon Activity
    • Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
  • Canoe Paddling Tour + 1 Morning Activity
    • Children 4 years old and above can participate in this activity.
  • Shark Cage Dive + 1 Afternoon Activity
    • Children 3 years old and above can participate in this activity.
    • Children of all ages are welcome aboard the boat for the shark dive, but only children 3 years old and above will be permitted in the water.
Required Items to Bring & Attire
  • All Packages
    • Walking shoes
    • Comfortable clothing
    • Sunglasses
    • Camera
    • Flip-flops
    • Towel
    • Swimsuit
    • Sunscreen
    • Insect repellent
Requirement(s) - Others
  • All Packages
    • Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
    • Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
Additional Note(s)
  • All Packages
    • The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
    • The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
    • The tour guide has full discretion to refuse service to customers based on attire, behavior, physical fitness and condition.
    • Gratuity is not included in the price.
    • Drinks and snacks are available for purchase.
    • Drinks and meals are available for purchase
    • Life jackets and reef shoes are available upon request and free of charge.
    • Guests are responsible to return the equipment in the same condition they received it or a repair/replacement fee will be charged.
    • Once outside the tour vehicle, guests are responsible for their own safety. Guests must sign a waiver before undertaking any of the activities provided.
    • You can add an additional activity for only $12.50. You can ask the driver and pay in cash upon pick-up from your hotel.
    • Drinks and snacks are not included, but you are welcome to bring your own and space will be provided in the on-board cooler.
  • 1 Morning Activity + 1 Afternoon Activity,
    Surfing Lesson + 1 Afternoon Activity
    • All activities and adventures are self guided, however equipment, location and safety briefings are provided.
    • If you do not choose the "Shrimp Truck Lunch" as an activity option, you are responsible for your own lunch. Many restaurants and food trucks are available during your tour.
  • Shark Cage Dive + 1 Afternoon Activity
    • Staff members will take a video of your shark tour upon request and it will be available for $70 plus tax at the end of the tour. Prices are subject to change.
    • Pregnant women are allowed up until the 7th month of pregnancy.
    • The shark dive portion of your tour may be cancelled due to dangerous wave or weather conditions, but the other portion of your tour may still operate. In the event that only the shark dive portion of your tour is cancelled, you will be reimbursed for that portion. If you would like to cancel your entire booking due to not being able to participate in the shark dive portion, the standard cancellation policy will still apply.
Activity provider
The Surf Bus
FAQ
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What is the possibility of the shark getting into the cage?
  • This has never happened in North Shore Shark Adventure's 11 years of operation. Sharks have never shown interest in entering the cage. Although the sharks you see, mainly Galapagos sharks, are large, they are more interested in eating the fish.
How long are you in the cage?
  • You will be in the cage for approximately 20 minutes, offering plenty of time to get up close and personal with the sharks.
How big is the cage?
  • The metal cage is 9 feet by 8 feet wide and 8 feet tall (deep). We have handle-bars inside the cage on all sides and plexi-glass windows for clear and unobstructed views. A step-ladder is available to allow easy access.
How many people can fit in the shark cage?
  • Cage divers are broken into 2-3 groups. Depending on passenger count, size, and ability, we may place up to 8 people in the cage comfortably.
How far in advance should I book this activity?
  • We recommend booking at least 1-2 weeks in advance. If you have very specific schedule requirements and are not flexible, please book sooner. Last-minute availability is often possible, but limited.
Can I touch the Hawaiian Sea Turtles?
  • No, Hawaiian Sea Turtles are both locally and federally protected and touching one can result in a fine as large as $25,000.
Are prescription snorkeling masks available?
  • No, they are not available. If you own a prescription mask, please bring it along.
Will our guide help us with snorkeling if it is our first time?
  • Yes, there will be a snorkeling briefing that lasts about 10-15 minutes.
What activities are available during this tour?
  • Included Activities:
      North Shore Sightseeing: Enjoy a brief sightseeing tour of Oahu's northern coastline including the famous Sunset Beach, Banzai Pipeline, Waimea Bay, Old Haleiwa Town, and much more!

      Turtle Beach: A favorite place among sea turtles to bathe in the warm Hawaiian sunshine!

      Historic Haleiwa Town: After your beach adventures enjoy a stop in town for a no-host lunch with some time to sample local favorites like shave ice and shop for unique gifts.


    Morning Activities: Please choose one (1) of the following activities
      Snorkeling: Swim with schools of fish and turtles cruising around the warm waters of the North Shore or in the summertime spot a pod of wild spinner dolphins putting on a show!

      Boogie Boarding: If you have never surfed before, try out your prowess on the waves of Waimea Bay as you tackle them with a boogie board.

      "Lazy Beach Day" at Waimea Bay: Enjoy the sunshine and white sands of the picturesque Waimea Bay, the most popular beach on the North Shore.

      Beach Cruiser Biking: Hop on a beach cruiser and pedal along the stretch of white sand beaches the North Shore is famous for. Stop off at the famous Pipeline and Sunset Beach during the wintertime to watch some of the world's best surfers in action.

      Nature Hike at Waimea Falls Park: Entrance fee is included. Take a self-guided tour through gardens of native vegetation along a paved walkway to the picturesque Waimea Falls where you can swim in the crisp waters.


    Afternoon Activities: Please choose one (1) of the following activities
      Kayaking: Paddle the protected waters of Haleiwa Bay and then head under the famous Rainbow Bridge to explore the upstream river.

      SUP (Stand Up Paddle): Try out the hottest activity to hit the islands and paddle alongside turtles, go upstream to a quiet and calm river and get a fantastic work out all at the same time.

      Shrimp Truck Plate Lunch: Chow down at the Big Wave Shrimp Truck (featured in an episode of “Diners, Drive-ins & Dives”) and have your choice of delicious shrimp plates.
What type of boat is used?
  • Abunai is a custom designed 47-foot aluminum boat and only two years old. Seats 28 passengers but a maximum of 24 for passengers are allowed for the guest's comfort. Padded seats and backrests are available for comfortable seating.

    Kaiou is a custom designed 35-foot aluminum boat and only two years old. Seats a maximum of 19 for passengers. Padded seats and backrests are available for comfortable seating.

    Anela is a 32-foot Anderson boat and the heart of the company. One of the original boats in the fleet and seats 15 passengers but a maximum of 12 passengers are allowed for the guest's comfort. This is a true fishing boat and has one of the original cages assigned to it. This boat is operated only as needed.
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Payment/Cancellation policy
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Cancellation Policy
  • Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Duration incl. transportation 9 - 10 hour(s)
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by: Jessica
Best way to the North Shore.
This is the tour for people who like to be on there own once they get there. This is broken into two parts morning activity and afternoon activity. You have a fully narrated ride over to the North Sho...more
by: Al Schroeder
Tour was great! Weather was a downer
AC was our guide for this tour and he was funny and full of information. The lunch at the waterfall was not the best and very limited. We heard from other people that the lunch at the burger place w...more
by: Corinne
Great tour!
This tour was awesome! We had plenty of time to do the waterfall hike and swim in the morning, then a relaxing lunch hour, then AMAZING surfing lessons with Uncle Bryan's very capable instructors. Hon...more
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