Page 3) Things to Do in North Shore in 2026 – Tours & Activities

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

Best tour ever.

Greg is the best tour guide we have ever had on a tour. He was so knowledgeable and funny. He went out of his way to make our tour so great. He also ensured that my daughter had a shrimp plate that responded to her food allergies.

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Hi Gilles,

Thanks! for giving Gregg and our Ultimate Circle Island with Waimea Waterfall Adventure 5 stars:)
Everyone at Oahu Nature Tours is grateful that we can provide excellent tours for guests like you.

Mahalo Nui Loa,

Manager

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/11/01
Activity Date:	2022/10/05

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

Excellent day on O’ahu

Reviewed by: TSW & KLH

This was a very enjoyable experience of the North shore. It was filled with fun activities, excellent food, and good shopping. Uncle Kevin was a perfect host and tour guide, and the trip would not have been the same without him. Very wonderful experience!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/10/29
Activity Date:	2022/10/26

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

Informative

Reviewed by: Kara

Surf bus instructor, Kevin was very informative- he gave us info to places that we must see and foods/places to eat at.
Enjoyed snorkeling wish we would of seen turtles though. Kayaking time was limited we had to go back to the bus to head back to Waikiki. We did get to visit the small towns on our way to North Shore that grows fresh vegetable and fruits, I think the two stops caused us to use up time on the water activities.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2022/09/15
Activity Date:	2022/09/08

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Best tour!

Reviewed by: Th56

This was an all day tour and we’ll worth doing the deluxe package. Wes was our driver. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Even though it rained we still got to see sights from the bus! Polynesian culture center was outstanding. I thought I was getting luau but it was a buffet. But the Breath of Life show was worth the whole day!! Outstanding!!!! Highly recommend adding this to your package!

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Packages:	Premium Package: Sightseeing Tour, Islands of Polynesia Admission, Dinner & Show
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/08/27
Activity Date:	2022/08/23

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

North Shore Surf Bus

Reviewed by: Nicole

Our tour guide Kevin was amazing! He was extremely knowledgeable about the Island and was super friendly. The activities were fun and the landscape was beautiful! We had a great time!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/08/13
Activity Date:	2022/08/11

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

Decent tour

Reviewed by: Kml

A really good tour with an excellent tour guide that gave tons of Hawaiian history. The snorkeling spot was incredibly rocky and definitely not for a beginner or child. Loved all the hawaiin history and "Cap" was great but not worth the money in my opinion.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/07/19
Activity Date:	2022/07/17

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

Disappointed for sure!

Reviewed by: Dan

I was under the impression we were on a smaller shuttle bus, not a big bus. By the time we got picked up we had to sit in the back of the bus. Only a few people wore masks. I had paid more for this tour because I thought it was in a smaller vehicle. I saw many smaller shuttles and was told by the tour guide that this company used to use smaller shuttles but now went to the big bus. The tour guide knew a lot about the island that was interesting but it was obvious that he was sure high on himself. We spent a lot of time riding the bus and getting on and off. Last time I was on Oahu I rented a car and it was much more enjoyable.

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Hi Dan,

We use a deluxe motor coach for several reasons:

1. The coach has much larger windows than smaller buses and allows for better views.
2. The seats are much more comfortable than minibus seats.
3.The air conditioning system is far superior to smaller buses.
4.We have a dedicated ,professional bus driver AND a second person who provides detailed educational and entertaining narration without being distracted by also having to drive.
Minibuses have the same person driving and narrating.

Masks no longer need to be worn inside as of April,2022.

In order to see and visit the amazing locations on our adventure we have to drive over 100 miles so you not only have the opportunity to visit O'ahu's premier attractions but also see some of the best scenery on Earth.

With Aloha

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/07/15
Activity Date:	2022/07/11

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

Awesome trip!

Reviewed by: Jen K

This was an amazing trip and we had a wonderful guide Jo-jo who was super knowledgeable about all aspects of hawaii cultural, history, plants, food, birds etc...The bus was nice and air conditioned and the time stopping off at each location was just right. An 11 hour day is a long day but it didn't feel like it because we were so loving every step of the trip and jojo's stories and support was great!

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Hi Jen,

Thanks for your excellent review of Jojo and our Ultimate Circle Island Adventure & Waimea Waterfall !
Everyone working at Oahu Nature Tours is very grateful:)

Aloha

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2022/06/25
Activity Date:	2022/06/02

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

Excellent service and experience

Reviewed by: Mandy

Excellent service and wonder experience, thank you Kevin

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/06/09
Activity Date:	2022/06/07

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

North Shore tour with Calvin

Reviewed by: Carol

It’s a great experience visiting the North Shore with Calvin! He’s funny and created a relaxing environment for us!
I would recommend a tour with Uncle Calvin who takes good care of folks in the tour and gave many good advices on where to get good food in town.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2022/06/02
Activity Date:	2022/05/31

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Great Island Tour and Polynesian Cultural Center day!!

Reviewed by: Troy Lomavaya

The tour bus driver was considerate and was very knowledgeable about Hawaiian history. Took the time to ensure evryo was on the bus and answered all our questions. The island tour was great and PCC was awesome as well. I recommend anyone to take the combo tour.

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Packages:	Premium Package: Sightseeing Tour, Islands of Polynesia Admission, Dinner & Show
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/06/02
Activity Date:	2022/05/31

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

Surf bus

Reviewed by: Luis

Our tour guide Ariel was awesome! Would do it again. Strongly recommend it.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2022/04/14
Activity Date:	2022/04/12

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Outstanding experience

Reviewed by: Payal

The experience was really good. The guide was very kind.

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Packages:	Premium Package: Sightseeing Tour, Islands of Polynesia Admission, Dinner & Show
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/04/06
Activity Date:	2022/04/04

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Misleading Island Tour

Reviewed by: Edgar Marroquin

The activity claims to stop at all island tour locations before being dropped off at the the Polynesian Cultural Center, however, the tour does not include 5 of the advertised stops; Diamond Head and Black Point Lookout, Hanauma Bay Lookout, Dole Plantation, all the north shore beaches and the Laie Hawaii Temple. Also, the driver rushes the crowd and threatens to leave within 10 minutes on each stop. Very disappointed with this activity.

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Packages:	Premium Package: Sightseeing Tour, Islands of Polynesia Admission, Dinner & Show
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/04/05
Activity Date:	2022/04/04

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Wonderful experience!

Reviewed by: Cindy C.

We were so impressed with how friendly everyone was! We loved the history lessons! The buffet was wonderful! And the breath of life show was great. I can see why everyone tells you to have the whole experience!! It was so convenient to have the tour bus pick us close to our hotel.

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Packages:	Premium Package: Sightseeing Tour, Islands of Polynesia Admission, Dinner & Show
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/30
Activity Date:	2022/03/28

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

Cousin G

Reviewed by: Katie

This was our first activity in Hawaii and I am so happy it was. Cousin G was knowledgeable, fun and funny! Great tour and highly recommend!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/02/28
Activity Date:	2022/02/27

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

Fantastic Day on the North Shore

Reviewed by: Mark T.

The tour of the North Shore was a wonderful way to see this iconic area. Our guide, Kevin, was a wealth of knowledge as he was born and raised in the area. We stopped at several locations to allow for sightseeing, shopping, eating and various activities. It was a day well spent.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/02/13
Activity Date:	2022/02/09

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

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!

Reviewed by: Alesia C

I had the best time!!! The staff was so friendly and nice and we even got a little special guitar performance on the way back to the island. The lunch was spectacular and if there are any leftovers, they will be given! But it is very filling! I can’t imagine what I’d do if I came to Hawaii and missed this tour! I wholeheartedly recommend this!!!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2021/12/02
Activity Date:	2021/11/28

Full Day Tour of North Shore & Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim - Go Tours Hawaii

Amazing 30/70 tour.....Kurt is the best..!

Reviewed by: Wendy Johnston

Next time I'll bring a friend....best tour in Oahu

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Packages:	Standard Tour
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2021/11/22
Activity Date:	2021/11/20

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

Loved this!!

Reviewed by: Awesome day!

Cousin G was awesome! We had a great day. The morning activity we chose snorkeling. Unfortunately for others, the falls were closing on Monday’s starting THAT day due to covid restrictions, so everyone had to do snorkeling. Had some food from shrimp truck, it was okay. We stopped at a macadamia nut and coffee tasting place, that was really cool. We did kayaking for our afternoon activity- not a lot of shade so definitely bring sunscreen or wear a long sleeve top, we roasted on the river. Then we stopped in town. Was a great day on the north shore, thanks again cousin g!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/10/02
Activity Date:	2021/09/13

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

Waimea waterfalls with shrimp

Reviewed by: Billy and Janet Lo

A lot of side scenes to visit. A perfect tour guide with excellent knowledge and experienced.
Shrimp lunch is very tasteable. Timing control is perfect. It is a very enjoyable day.
Bus is comfortable and clean. Driver is very nice and safety driving with paitent to wait for the people. It was a hot day and suggest to supply a bottle of water to each person in the future.

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Thank you so much for your kind comments, we will be sure to forward them to your guide... : )))
Mahalo Nui Loa
Cecilia

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/09/25
Activity Date:	2021/09/01

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

Very informational

Reviewed by: Ruby

Jessica and V were great! V was our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the island and was an excellent storyteller. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone that wants to see the whole island.

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Thank you so much for your kind comments, we will be sure to forward them to your guide... : )))
Mahalo Nui Loa
Cecilia

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/08/14
Activity Date:	2021/08/12

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

North Shore Tour

Reviewed by: Hannah McKinney

This was an amazing experience for our girls trip. If you are looking for fun activities that are self guided this is the tour for you. We did the snorkeling and paddle boarding both were extremely fun and we had plenty of time to do both. The price was great and included everything we needed. We got to see 2/3 of Oahu, which was beautiful. Our tour guide was Sam he was helpful and funny. Would recommend this tour/activity day to anyone!!

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We are very happy to hear that you had an amazing trip! And that Sam was helpful and funny! We hope to see you again on the surf bus, the original north shore tour!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/08/04
Activity Date:	2021/08/02

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

Surf bus on North Shore

Reviewed by: Civitastours.com

Cousin G was a wonderful driver and guide. He provided great local information and the activities were so fun that everyone was exhausted! This is a great addition to any first timer and well worth it!

Mahalo,

Civitas Tours

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/07/29
Activity Date:	2021/07/27

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

Could be better

Reviewed by: Remy

First time taking the Surf Bus. Driver was on time. He was knowledgeable. Didn't like his attitude at first because he had a way of making you feel foolish but at the end, he turned out to be a nice guide. My family and I did the waterfall hike and kayaking. The waterfall hike was timed for three hours. It was a beautiful hike through Waimea Valley seeing tropical plants and birds. To my surprise, the waterfall was smaller than I thought. There were too many people swimming already and it was only 10am. My kids did not want to swim because of the amount of people in the water. Even after the hike, and the waterfall and even ate lunch at the cafe, three hours was too much. It could've been spent doing other activities. We went kayaking in the afternoon. My family enjoyed that even though we didn't see any turtles. We were disappointed that we couldn't walk to town and get shaved ice because the line was too long. All in all, my family had a decent time.

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Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/07/01

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

A must do trip

Reviewed by: Joy

The tour guide was knowledgeable and fun, great way to see the island and the Polynesian center was fun and the show was amazing

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/06/26
Activity Date:	2021/06/24

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

Had so much fun!

Reviewed by: Christy

This was so much fun! We got to see part of the island. I got to SUP for the first time. Learned a lot while on the bus. The driver was telling us about the scenery and where certain movies were filmed.

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Packages:	Premium Package - 3 Fun Activities
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/06/12
Activity Date:	2021/05/23

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

The north shore surf bus.

Reviewed by: Roy Barnes

Kevin made the entire trip outstanding. He was funny, on time, very knowledgeable, even though I've been to north shore before, this was the first time I felt like it was not only fun but informative. He was very accommodating. I am telling my friends and family to put this on their list . Thanks Uncle Kevin!!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2021/04/18
Activity Date:	2021/04/16

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

A wonderful adventure

Reviewed by: Kellie

Sam was our tour guide and did a great job. It was the perfect balance between plenty to do and downtime. We did the falls and then paddle boarding up the river, where we saw sea turtles. The entire day was perfect. I would highly recommend it.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Kellie, we're super stoked that you had a great time with Sam! He is truly a cool and informative tour guide! Mahalo and a Hui ho!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/04/13
Activity Date:	2021/04/11

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

Fina and amazing time!

Reviewed by: Denisse

Had a wonderful time w uncle Kevin!! He showed us a lot of places and haves the background story! Very knowledgeable and happy to share his experience and love for his Hawaiian culture.

Old train from Waimea

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2020/12/17
Activity Date:	2020/12/15

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All Reviews for Oahu Guided Island Sightseeing Tour in North Shore

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Best tour ever.

Excellent day on O’ahu

Informative

Best tour!

North Shore Surf Bus

Decent tour

Disappointed for sure!

Awesome trip!

Excellent service and experience

North Shore tour with Calvin

Great Island Tour and Polynesian Cultural Center day!!

Surf bus

Outstanding experience

Misleading Island Tour

Wonderful experience!

Cousin G

Fantastic Day on the North Shore

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!

Amazing 30/70 tour.....Kurt is the best..!

Loved this!!

Waimea waterfalls with shrimp

Very informational

North Shore Tour

Surf bus on North Shore

Could be better

A must do trip

Had so much fun!

The north shore surf bus.

A wonderful adventure

Fina and amazing time!

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