Page 11) Things to Do in Oahu in 2025 – Tours & Activities

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Tasting the tricks and treats of Oahu

The "Surf Bus" Rocked my world, got timed out and lost my heartfelt compliments. I can't rewrite my praises. It does not do justice. Going to try:
Sam was an amazing guide, the playing, eating, and listening on the North Shore, my taste of heaven. Just visualize; Sea Turtles, tidal pools and an eye to eye with an Eagle Ray, food to die for, and 1000 reasons to keep coming back. An awesome "build your own burger". Surprise yourself and go for it! Not a sit and stare tour, unless your waiting for a set, or focused on sea turtles. You still get to do your driving. Came back exhausted and completed. 50 years in and now I figure out happy. Better late than never.
Mesmerized by the bright smiles, and sense of community that emerged as we talked through our day. 20 people, 5 countries and a bevy of dialects. It was right Kraky, but no worries mate.
@Sam, the Tiki was truly over that rainbow.
Mahalo nui loa!!!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2013/10/27
Activity Date:	2013/10/23

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Wonderful Tour

Reviewed by: Carmen

We had a wonderful tour guide by the name of Leo C. He showed us the island and kept us entertained all day!! The stops were all beautiful and we had ample time at each stop. Leo gave clear and concise instructions and stayed on schedule. Will book again!!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/09/21
Activity Date:	2013/08/30

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Enjoyable tour with lots to do

Reviewed by: loveoahu13

Best way to visit the North Shore Area. There is so much to do on this tour I only wished it had lasted longer. We snorkeled at sharks cove where we saw beautiful fish and sea turtles, swam under a waterfall at Waimea Valley, visited sunset beach and turtle beach. We then hung out and ate in Haleiwa town. There are different options to choose from depending on your package. We missed Waimea bay - could not fit into schedule. Maybe next time. Highly recommend if you are NOT renting a car.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2013/09/14
Activity Date:	2013/08/25

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Very nice day

Reviewed by: Happy Traveler

What a wonderful way to see the island. Delightful day :-)

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Posted on:	2013/09/12

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Best Drivers!

Reviewed by: Mr. Smith

Every time we take this tour we learn something new and we have done this at least 3 times and you still show that the best drivers and buses are on top of the line!! Would recommend to all

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2013/08/01
Activity Date:	2013/07/03

All-Inclusive Oahu Island Tour with Lunch & Waimea Valley Waterfall Nature Walk

One of the best yours I have ever taken!

Reviewed by: Melanie

The tour guide was the most personable, knowledgable tour guides I have ever had. She took the time to explain where we were, what was special about it and answered any and all questions. Would definitely use their services again!

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Thank you so much for the good review.

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Packages:	Standard
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2013/07/20
Activity Date:	2013/06/30

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

fantastic experience of the north shore

Reviewed by: susan

Sam was a wonderful friendly tour guide. I liked the flexibility of the tour, being able to do various activities and see many different things. The sea turtles were a highlight. I also enjoyed the history and personal anecdotes of the tour. It was the best part of my trip to Oahu.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2013/05/13
Activity Date:	2013/05/06

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Grand Circle Island tour

Reviewed by: Ray & Tracey

a good day, very enjoyable, the driver/host was informative.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/05/04
Activity Date:	2013/04/25

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Harry is the man!

Reviewed by: Dallas John

Had a great time. We go to Hawaii once a year, and have gone on almost every tour. The best thing about this was the tremendous flexibility to do and swap activities. Not a "tourist" tour. Little fubar on scheduling, but the drive Harry made up for that. Time with Harry was as good or better than seeing the falls!!

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Packages:	Standard Tour and One Activity Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2013/04/12
Activity Date:	2013/03/14

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Grand Circle Island Tour

Reviewed by: Gary

Ed ("just plain Ed") did a great job narrating our tour around the island.. It was nice to get away from busy Waikiki and see the island. It is a beautiful island and I would recommend this tour as a great overview of Oahu.

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Posted on:	2013/02/06

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Mrs

Reviewed by: Glenda

Had great day. My grandsons and self really enjoyed it. Lots of time to wander around. Sam was great. Very knowledgable .answered lots of questions.really appreciated his friendly attitude.

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Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2013/01/26

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Great time had by all

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

This was one of the highlights of our trip to Oahu. This trip is a must for those who have never been to the island before. You get the taste of the island in this one trip and then you can go off on your own and know where you are and what you will see. Great time

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Posted on:	2013/01/15

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Surf's up

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Great time, great guide, lots to see and a ton of information!

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Posted on:	2012/09/30

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Definitely a day to remember !

Reviewed by: David & Carol NZ

Having taken the Grand Circle Tour on a previous holiday we decided to do it again. Keow our driver and guide made the second time so enjoyable. His vast knowledge and information along with his friendly personality made it a day to remember.
Giving us photo taking stops along the way and interspersing his commentary with his own humour kept us well amused
It was a long day so maybe not so suitable for famililes with young children but for all other ages well worth considering as it gave the opportunity to see many areas that we would have otherwise missed , the beautiful beaches, magnificent views and interesting places. These along with our very special guide definitely made this a day we will always remember.

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Posted on:	2012/09/06

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Best Time!!

Reviewed by: Dianna

I chose to go to the Waimea Falls and Botanical Garden and on the Kayak ride...also got to lay around on Waimea Beach and jump off the rock! I had a total blast. The driver/guide was knowledgable and friendly and made sure we all had a great time. I would recommend this to anyone.

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Posted on:	2012/08/31

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Hawaii!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Everything was extremely enjoyable.

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Posted on:	2012/07/26

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Surf Bus great!

Reviewed by: Lisa H

First time on surf bus, me(45), niece(25), son(9), daughter(4). Only paid for 1 activity each because we didnt know the time schedule or what would work best. Pick up 8:15am. Nice tour of different beaches at north shore. Finally arrived at 1st activity spot at 10:30 me/daughter went to waimea beach, niece/son waimea falls and walked to us. Others did snorkeling. Picked up at 1pm. Next stop haleiwa where we got 1 paddle board and 1 double kayak. Son loved padded boarding by himself! We switched off and met back at 3. Others walked through town and ate. We did great with just one activity eac (2 waimea waterfall entrance, 1 paddle board, 1 kayak). Others did th snorkel then th paddle board the 2nd half. The falls walk was hot and long but my son still enjoyed. Beach was nice for me and my 4 year old to float in the calmer waves. Definitely enjoyed our trip! Nice ending was a couple days later I realized I had left my daughter's life jacket (brought a good one for my entir vaca

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Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2012/06/14

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Should have rented a car instead

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Not much of a tour. Driver OK - very little information given during ride, made a few recommendations. Driver dropped everyone off then went surfing for both the morning and afternoon sessions.
Other folks in group disappointed in the amount of walking, lack of bike helmets and places where the road had no bike trail.

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Posted on:	2012/06/12

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Way Fun

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

This was a great acivity. We learned all about the island on the drive to the North Shore. Saw all the great surfing beaches, did some snorkeling and kyaking....a very fun day.

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Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2012/06/04

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Great Day

Reviewed by: Jen

This was a wonderful way to see the whole island. Even with a little rain we had a wonderful time. The tour guide was very informative and had great knowledge of the area. He made great stops for an appropriate amount of time, helped take pictures of guests, and overall made the day go so fast. I would recommend this tour to any first timers in Oahu!

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Posted on:	2011/12/22

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Around the island.

Reviewed by: Mille Sass

The best of the tour where our guide " aunt Em " she was more like a grandmother and she was so nice and sweet and she told us so many things.
The vehichle was not so good as I thought. I know the roads are pretty bad some places but in a big bus it´s more comftable.
But we visited some nice places, my favourit was the temple, the beaches and the lookouts.

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Posted on:	2011/11/27

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

vacationer

Reviewed by: Les Cord

Garfield was the best guide ever. He was so knowledgable and was really dedicated. Rain dampened some of the tour but was an exceptional day and experience.

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Posted on:	2011/09/22

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Fun way to see what the island!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Very informative and great for the first time coming to Hawaii but it does not take you into Diamond Head, you just go around it!

I had a wonderful time and will recommend to anyone traveling to Oahu.

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Posted on:	2011/08/28

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Not a cater to you activity

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We thought we could hike to the waterfall and then go snorkeling. From what I had read that would be a possibility. Both were morning options. He parked centrally then we walked to meet him. For the price I should not have expected to be taken to each destination I suppose, but I did. Still we had a good time and swimming in the waterfall was GREAT

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Posted on:	2011/04/07

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Surf Bus

Reviewed by: Sharon

I have been to the North Shore before and enjoyed this trip the most. We enjoyed the Waimia Falls park more due to the guides suggestions. he was very knowledgeable and interesting. I especially enjoyed the turtles. I would recommend it for the young and hardy or an old folk like me. Great fun!

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Posted on:	2011/02/02

Oahu Island Guided Tour, Waimea Waterfall Swim & Dole Pineapple Farm

Awesome tour!

Reviewed by: Kathy Doucette

This tour was fantastic and was the second time we had taken it. The first time was five years ago and we took it again this time with a friend. She thought we would be bored but not at all as we learned even more about the island. Our driver grew up on the island and was able to tell us stories going back generations. This tour is a must see for anyone visiting the island! Aloha!

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Posted on:	2010/12/30

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Lots of fun

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Had a great time. Sam made the trip very enjoyable. Would highly recommend!

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Posted on:	2010/11/16

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Highly Recommended!

Reviewed by: Nat C

My husband and I took this tour recently while in Hawaii and it rocked! Our driver was Sam and he was great. Very knowledgable about Hawaii and offered some really interesting tidbits of info. He was laid back, friendly and very engaging. This tour is great because you have the freedom to choose your activities and even traveling in a group you are not forced to select the same options. You can add activities on site which was also a plus. We were dropped in each location for about two hours and were free to eat, wander and otherwise do as we chose. There was a lady in our group that was by herself and she really enjoyed herself as well. Hailewa town was cool to wander around in and my husband even had time to kayak there and join me at the shops. Free water and juice was also a nice bonus. I highly recommend this tour if you are headed to Oahu!

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Posted on:	2010/10/28

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Beautiful Beach on North Shore

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

The Beach on the North Shore tour was beautiful, very clean, and a refreshing change from Waikiki Beach. The waves were much stronger and had great surfing beaches along the way for those interested in that. Really enjoyed watching folks on that diving rock there. The ride was long, but the driver was very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable and relayed lots of information about Hawaii. The stroll through the small, older town with shops and eateries was unique. Loved the music provided by that musical family that lives there and entertains the tourists. A relief to see more enjoyable aspects of Oahu without the hassle of driving.

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Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2010/06/03

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Ms.

Reviewed by: Holly

I have been to Oahu several times and this has been my favorite tour so far!

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Posted on:	2010/05/23

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All Reviews for Waimea Valley Falls, Hike & Swim in Oahu

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Tasting the tricks and treats of Oahu

Wonderful Tour

Enjoyable tour with lots to do

Very nice day

Best Drivers!

One of the best yours I have ever taken!

fantastic experience of the north shore

Grand Circle Island tour

Harry is the man!

Grand Circle Island Tour

Mrs

Great time had by all

Surf's up

Definitely a day to remember !

Best Time!!

Hawaii!

Surf Bus great!

Should have rented a car instead

Way Fun

Great Day

Around the island.

vacationer

Fun way to see what the island!

Not a cater to you activity

Surf Bus

Awesome tour!

Lots of fun

Highly Recommended!

Beautiful Beach on North Shore

Ms.

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