North Shore Off-Road Ride, Hike & Mountain Pool Swim Adventure (from Haleiwa) Instant Confirmation

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Swim in mystical, hidden pools!

Take an off-road ride, hike deep into the private land in the Koolau Mountains, and enjoy a refreshing swim in a natural pool, all lead by native Hawaiian guide.

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This eco-adventure begins with an off-road expedition from the heart of Haleiwa up into the Koolau Mountains in the safety of an authentic Swiss Military Pinzgauer and then continues with a guided hike through the verdant beauty of Oahu's North Shore. These unique tours are led using the "Native Perspective", preserving traditional Hawaiian 'ike (knowledge) passed down from one generation to the next through an oral tradition including mo'olelo (stories), kāʻao (legends), oli (chant), and even hula (dance)!
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Price
The Little Adventure (2-Mile Hike)
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2 Select the amount (participants, hours, vehicles, etc.)
You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 12.
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 99.48
USD 99.48
Child (Age 10-12)
USD 78.53
USD 78.53
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Child (Age 10-12)
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    Take a hike!
Start off the day with a 7-mile off-road adventure into the Koolau Mountains before continuing on a 2-mile trek through unspoiled natural beauty rarely witnessed by Oahu visitors. Pick wild bananas and guava as you hike through bamboo thickets and take a refreshing dip in a freshwater mountain pool. Scale windswept ridges, forge freshwater streams, and trek through verdant tropical valleys!
Rated: Hike is rated Moderate with a 2.0mi (3.2km) round-trip hike. The trail conditions include slippery stream crossings, loose gravel, slick mud, and cliff sections. The trail has an elevation gain of 200 feet and therefore all hikers must be capable of traversing up and downhill sections. It is not suitable for elderly people or those with hip and/or knee ailments. You will get wet, be prepared for wet clothes/shoes and be mindful of personal electronics.
  • Duration: 4.5 hour(s)
  • Available: Tue, Fri
  • Pick-up: Not available
  • Inclusion: Bottled water / Lunch / Backpack / Insect repellent / Guide / Bottled Water / Hiking Sticks / Sunblock / Rain ponchos
  • Schedule
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  • 08:45 Check-in at North Shore Marketplace
  • 7-mile off-road ride to the trailhead (20 min)
  • 2-mile Hiking Trail (2 hrs)
  • Lunch & Mountain Pool Swim (1 hr)
  • Return off-road ride to North Shore Marketplace (20 min)
  • 13:00 Check-out at North Shore Marketplace
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The Big Adventure (3.5-Mile Hike)
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2 Select the amount (participants, hours, vehicles, etc.)
You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 12.
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 115.18
USD 115.18
Child (Age 10-12)
USD 94.24
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Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 115.18
USD 115.18
Child (Age 10-12)
USD 94.24
USD 94.24
GE Tax 4.712% included
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    Take a hike!
Your adventure starts right when you hop in a Pinzgauer and go on a 7-mile off-road adventure through old sugarcane fields while your guide shares stories about the land's history and uses. With over 10 stream crossings, hike past exquisite freshwater pools and enjoy the best mountain swimming on the islands!
Rated: Hike is rated Moderate to Advance with a 3.5mi (5.6km) round-trip hike. The trail conditions include slippery stream crossings, loose gravel, slick mud, and cliff sections. The trail has an elevation gain of 200 feet and therefore all hikers must be capable of traversing up and downhill sections. This trail has many stream crossings and you WILL get wet so please be prepared for wet clothes and shoes and be mindful of personal electronics. It is not suitable for elderly people or those with hip and/or knee ailments.
  • Duration: 6.5 hour(s)
  • Available: Thu, Sat
  • Pick-up: Not available
  • Inclusion: Bottled water / Lunch / Backpack / Insect repellent / Guide / Bottled Water / Hiking Sticks / Sunblock / Rain ponchos
  • Schedule
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  • Check-in
    Time & Location
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  • Check-out
    Time & Location
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  • 08:45 Check-in at North Shore Marketplace
  • 09:00 7-Mile Off-Road Ride to the Trailhead (20 min)
  • 09:30 Hiking Tour (3 hrs)
  • 12:30 Private Mountain Pool Swim & Lunch (1 hr)
  • 13:30 Return Hike (1 hr)
  • 14:30 Off-Road Ride Back to North Shore Marketplace (20 min)
  • 15:00 Check-out at North Shore Marketplace
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Notes
Restriction(s)
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    • Guests with heart and cardiovascular issues are not permitted to participate in this activity.
    • This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
    • If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
    • Children 10 years old and above can participate in this activity.
    • This trail has an elevation gain of 200 ft. (0.7 km) thus all hikers must be able to traverse up and downhill
      sections.
    • This trail is not suitable for the elderly or people with: hip and/or knee ailments;
      vertigo; or an extreme fear of heights.
Required Items to Bring & Attire
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    • Swimsuit
    • Closed toe shoes
    • Long pants
    • During rain and/or muddy conditions riders can get dirty – please DON'T wear your favorite aloha shirt!
Requirement(s) - Others
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    • All guests are required to sign a waiver & release form prior to the start of their
      tour.
Additional Note(s)
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    • The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
    • The menu is subject to change without notice.
    • Gratuity is not included in the price.
    • As such, hikers can expect exposure to: rain, streams, sunshine, wind, and/or high humidity.
    • Trail conditions include: slippery stream crossings, loose gravel, slick mud, and cliffy sections.
    • This trail has many stream crossings so YOU WILL GET WET! Be prepared for wet clothes/shoes and be mindful of personal electronics.
Booking Requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
  • All Packages
    • You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 12.
Activity provider
North Shore Eco Tours
FAQ
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Is this activity suitable for children?
  • You must be at least 8 years old for the Ikena Haleiwa hike and 10 years old for the Huakai Iki and Huakai Nui hikes to participate in this activity. Please consider fitness levels for children since these tours are can be somewhat physically demanding.
Should I bring bug spray on this tour?
  • No, bug repellent will be provided by the guides, you do not need to bring your own.
Can I bring my own snacks and drinks?
  • A light gourmet lunch is provided at the end of the hike. If you would like to bring additional snacks, you are more than welcome to.
Is giving a tip (gratuity) required?
  • Gratuity is never required, but if you enjoyed your experience a tip is always greatly appreciated!
What is the lunch menu?
  • All meals are served with fresh fruits, trail mix, or a cookie. Please choose one of the following delicious options.

    Hale'iwa BBQ Chicken Summer Rolls: With bean sprouts, lettuce, basil & mint leaves, carrots, cucumber, and vermicelli rice noodles all rolled in a rice-flour wrap. Served with a Thai peanut sauce (served on the side).

    Hale?iwa Thai-Style Shrimp Summer Rolls: Marinated shrimp, cucumber, carrot, somen noodle, M?noa lettuce and cilantro rolled in a thin rice wrapper and accompanied with a Thai chili peanut sauce

    Hale'iwa Thai-Style Vegetarian Summer Rolls: Marinated Tofu with bean sprouts, lettuce, basil & mint leaves, carrots, cucumber, and vermicelli rice noodles all rolled in a rice-flour wrap. Served with a Thai peanut sauce (served on the side).
What sort of experience do the guides have?
  • Providing educational tours in an outdoor setting, the staff features cultural practitioners, Native Hawaiians, and Hawaiian educators that present Hawaiian history and environment from a native perspective. Many of the guides hold advanced degrees in Hawaiian studies or related disciplines as well as others with expertise ranging from hula (dance) to lomilomi (massage) to la'au lapa'au (medicinal herbs). Escape the sidewalks of Waikiki and enjoy an adventure with your new ohana (family)!
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Payment/Cancellation policy
Payment type
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Cancellation Policy
  • Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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(4.83/5.00) 4.83 / 5
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Duration 4.5 - 6.5 hour(s)
Availability Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
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LATEST 5-STAR REVIEWS

by: Margo
Hiking
Our guide, Kai, was absolutely amazing! While we weren't able to make it to the swimming hole due to massive amounts of rain making it unsafe at the water crossings, he took us on an additional hikin...more
by: Ken
Awesome
The hike was one of the highlights of my trip. I loved the river crossings even though the river made all of my clothes really wet and went up to my chest, since I am only 4'11". Keola taught us many...more
by: AndiV
Highlight of my trip!
This hike was single-handedly only of the best moments of my entire trip/the best hike I have ever been on! The tour guide was knowledgeable and fun, which made the trip very exciting!
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