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Capture the most beautiful moments on the island on a sunrise tour that visits some of the most scenic locations at the best time of day for picture-taking.

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From sunrise on east Oahu to the famous North Shore of the island, this circle-island tour brings you to some of the most iconic and scenic locations on Oahu starting during the magical "golden hour"—the hour right after dawn when the lighting and color are just right to take brilliant outdoor shots of Hawaii's natural beauty. See the sun rise from below the horizon while standing on the beautiful Sandy Beach in Waimanalo before heading to Makapuu Lookout for panoramic views of the area. You'll also visit other pristine beaches and gorgeous lookouts throughout the tour.

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Circle Island Sunrise Tour

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Adult (Age 13 & over)	USD 159.95 USD 159.95
Child (Age 5-12)	USD 129.95 USD 129.95
Infant (Age 0-4)	USD 19.95 USD 19.95

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Adult (Age 13 & over)	USD 159.95 USD 159.95
Child (Age 5-12)	USD 129.95 USD 129.95
Infant (Age 0-4)	USD 19.95 USD 19.95

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Experience a 10-hour circuit tour of Oahu, beginning with a beautiful sunrise at Sandy Beach. Drive up the east coast of the island all the way to the North Shore, stopping at multiple scenic locations to take pictures of the ocean, mountains, tidepools, landmarks and even turtles basking on the beach!

Duration (incl. transportation): 10 hour(s)
Available: Sun, Tue, Thu, Sat
Pick-up:
- Round-trip from Waikiki free x per person
  
  Round-trip from Waikiki free x per person
Inclusion: Tripod / Professional Photographer Guide / Rain Gear / On-board WiFi / General Admission (all attractions included)

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Starting time: 04:45 (Jun & Jul) - 06:00 (Dec) (Show details)

Starting time: 04:45 (Jun & Jul) 05:00 (May & Aug) 05:15 (Apr & Sep) 05:30 (Mar, Oct &Jan) 05:45 (Nov & Feb) 06:00 (Dec) (Hide details)

04:45 Pick-up
Sunrise at Sandys' Beach

Start the day on the beautiful east side of Oahu, just in time to catch the sun rising above the horizon.
Makapuu Lookout

Visit Makapuu, home of a variety of natural formations as well as the perfect lookout from which to capture the nearby islets and the eastern coast of Oahu.
Waimanalo Beach (weekdays only)

Visit one of the top-rated white sand beaches in the US, and make a quick stop for breakfast.
Kaneohe Bay Lookout

After recharging with a satisfying breakfast, head over to a lookout of Kaneohe Bay to soak in the view of crystal clear waters and an the famous sandbar.
Byodo-In Temple

This Buddhist temple is a beautiful place well suited for peace and meditation. Surrounded by the lush green Koolau Mountains that contrast beautifully with the temple's red wood pillars, Byodo-In is the perfect place to focus on architecture and design photography.
Kualoa Beach Park

Located right next to Kualoa Ranch, this park is best known for being the closest beach to Mokolii island, better known as Chinaman's Hat.
Kahuku Farm Land
Banzai Pipeline

Visit the most famous beach on Oahu's North Shore to get some awesome pictures of the big waves that made the area famous.
Shark’s Cove
Pu'u O Mahuka Heiau State Historic Site (weekends only)
Turtle Beach

Search for the beloved Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle!
Dole Pineapple Plantation

The last stop on this tour is at Dole Plantation, a popular tourist attraction, where you'll be able to sample the famous Dole Whip, a frozen pineapple soft serve.
14:25 Drop-off

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Golden Sunrise Tour

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Adult (Age 13 & over)	USD 79.95 USD 79.95
Child (Age 5-12)	USD 59.95 USD 59.95
Infant (Age 0-4)	USD 19.95 USD 19.95

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Adult (Age 13 & over)	USD 79.95 USD 79.95
Child (Age 5-12)	USD 59.95 USD 59.95
Infant (Age 0-4)	USD 19.95 USD 19.95

GE Tax included

Explore the east side of Oahu in the golden hours of the morning with this 5-hour photography tour. Begin with a sunrise at Sandy Beach, moving on to Makapuu Lookout for beautiful shots of the east side. Next, visit Waimanalo Beach Park, a beautiful white-sand beach bordered by ironwood trees. End your tour at the Pali Lookout for a beautiful panoramic view of the east side.

Duration (incl. transportation): 5.5 hour(s)
Available: Mon, Wed, Fri
Pick-up:
- Round-trip from Waikiki free x per person
  
  Round-trip from Waikiki free x per person
Inclusion: Tripod / Professional Photographer Guide / Rain Gear / On-board WiFi / General Admission (all attractions included)

Schedule
　
Pick-up
Time & Location
　
Drop-off
Time & Location

Starting time: 04:45 (Jun & Jul) - 06:00 (Dec) (Show details)

Starting time: 04:45 (Jun & Jul) 05:00 (May & Aug) 05:15 (Apr & Sep) 05:30 (Mar, Oct & Jan) 05:45 (Nov & Feb) 06:00 (Dec) (Hide details)

04:45 Pick-up
Sunrise at Sandy Beach

Start your day at Sandy Beach, watching the sun rise over the eastern horizon.
Makapuu Lookout

Visit Makapuu Lookout to see Oahu's eastern coast as it stretches north from Makapuu. You'll also see the famous Makapuu Lighthouse as well as the nearby islets.
Waimanalo Beach Park

Stop by one of the US's highest rated white sand beaches before heading towards the Koolau Mountains for a local style breakfast.
Pali Lookout

Head into the Koolau Mountains for a stop at the famous and breathtaking Pali Lookout, where you can get a panoramic view of the east side, including Waimanalo, Kailua, and Kaneohe.
Tantalus Lookout

Head back to Tantalus Lookout in Manoa, where you'll get a perfect opportunity to get a shot of downtown Honolulu.
10:15 Drop-off

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- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.

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- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Start times vary seasonally depending on the sunrise and sunset.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.

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- You can book a maximum of 7.

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Do I need to bring my camera?

Yes. Cameras are not provided on tours, but you may bring any sort of picture-taking device, including any type of camera or mobile device that takes pictures.

Do I need prior experience?