Page 4) Things to Do in North Shore in 2026 – Tours & Activities

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

Uncle kevin was the best!!!

Reviewed by: Kate

Uncle Kevin was truely an amazing bus driver/tour guide! Made the day feel as though you were a local :). Amazing commentary and local facts. A whole range of activities to choose from and by far was the best taking a surf lesson on the north shore!

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Aloha Kate, yes we are truly blessed to have uncle Kevin as part of our ohana! Hope to see you again on the Original North shore tour!

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Packages:	North Shore Tour from Waikiki with Surf Lesson + One Fun Activity
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2020/02/25
Activity Date:	2020/02/22

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

Circle Island Tour

Reviewed by: Rick

It was great. Very informative and professional tour guide. They were filming the movie Jumanji while we were at the falls.

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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:	2020/01/29
Activity Date:	2019/04/03

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

Better the first time

Reviewed by: Dassh

I had fun hiking to the waterfall and going swimming but the water was freeeezing!! I felt like the first time I did this activity we had a lot more time. I was able to snorkel, eat, stand up paddle and walk the town. This time I felt like going to the nut farm wasted a lot of time to do the activities. That part should be taken out and the time should go towards the actual activities. But all in all is was fun.

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Packages:	Premium Package - 3 Fun Activities
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/12/17
Activity Date:	2019/11/23

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

oahu circle island tours

Reviewed by: neeti

this was my first visit to oahu and the i had booked an introductory tour. it was a perfect start. our tour guide was really lovely with a good sense of humour . he was also knowledgeable about the local history and little areas of interest being a local interest.
there were lots of visits to some beautiful beaches and enough time at the waimea botanical gardens to go for a wander. the lunch was delicious. topped at the end a visit to the dole plantation.
i wish we had more time at the plantation to actually go out on the train to be amongst the growing pineapples which would have added to the experience

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Aloha Neeti,

Thanks for your kind review. We have many places to go on the tour and have to return to Waikiki on time so we only can stay at Dole 30-45 minutes.

Aloha,

Michael

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2019/11/24
Activity Date:	2019/11/02

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

Good way to see the North Shore of Oahu and get out of Waikiki!

Reviewed by: Karen

This was our first time in Hawaii so we wanted to see as much of Oahu as we could and this tour was a great way to do it. Our driver/tour guide/waiter Steve was excellent; filling us in with fun facts about Waikiki and the places we passed along the way, recommendations for activities and places to eat and restroom breaks along the way! Highlights were the chilli garlic shrimp lunch and the green sea turtle we saw sun-baking on the beach and the ones bobbing up and down in the sea! We would highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to see the North Shore and get out of Waikiki.

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Hi Karen,

Thanks! for your 5 star review of Steve, your great recommendation and our adventure!

Mahalo Nui Loa,

Michael

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/08/26
Activity Date:	2019/08/21

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

First Time to the Islands

Reviewed by: Chris

This was our first time to the islands as a family and the Circle Tour and Polynesian Cultural Center was a great way to start our trip. The Polynesian Cultural Center was so cool learning about all the different Polynesian cultures and customs. We would definitely recommend this to anyone else visiting the islands. The canoe show was great!

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2019/08/05
Activity Date:	2019/03/25

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

Great time again!

Reviewed by: Lisa H

This is our 2nd time on the surf bus. Cousin Kevin was great! He catered to all families. Gave us great info on what to look at and eat. I like this tour because I can relax and enjoy rather than driving and having to find parking, buy tickets, and do all the work that I usually have to do!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/07/26
Activity Date:	2019/07/23

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

Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour

Reviewed by: Guy

Great tour to do if you are not familiar with Oahu. Our driver, tour guide, lunch server etc. was outstanding. Very informative and patient. I highly recommend Oahu Nature Tour. Our tour guide was Monique in case you have a choice. We attended this tour on 28 May 2019. Lunch was included at Fumi's Shrimp Shack

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Hi Guy,

THANK YOU! for your 5 star review:)

Mahalo Nui Loa,

Michael

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/05/31
Activity Date:	2019/05/28

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

Creepy Uncle Kevin

Reviewed by: JJ and Che

We had a great tour with (creepy) Uncle Kevin today on the North Shore of Oahu! We've been touring all around the world and can seriously rank Uncle Kevin as one of the best tour guides. The Surf Bus has the right equipment, the right itinerary and an excellent attitude. The bus was on time at every stage and Kevin had good solid connections at every stage. He took the time to work with each group on tour to insure they had the right experience. Some of the stops had multiple options and he was able to call ahead to report those options to the vendor. Kevin recommended great food and knew how important this is to an all day tour. One unmistakable clue that Kevin really knows what he is doing is that he knew so many of the other folks involved with the tour on a personal level. He's a local. He knew all of the answers because he grew up here.

Great attention to detail makes for a great tour. Uncle Kevin obviously knows what he is doing and we look forward to going on another Oahu tour with him soon. Also, kudos to the bus company. They had the right equipment and marketing to make Kevin's expertise shine.

Thanks to my creepy uncle Kevin from Oahu. Mahalo!

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Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/05/17

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

Much recommended!

Reviewed by: Marina

I would say: little exposure to the island, but if you are looking into the opportunity to experience the island while getting a real dip into cultural life of the Polynesia.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/05/14
Activity Date:	2019/05/11

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

Tour guide very knowledgeable

Reviewed by: Lucinda

Our tour guide and bus driver were both very knowledgeable and were easy to understand. We were given ample time at each stop to be able to see sights and take pictures. Lunch was very tasty. This is definitely one tour that I would recommend to friends and family.

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Hi Lucinda,

THANKS! for your 5 star review:) Everyone at Oahu Nature Tours is very grateful.

All the Best,

Michael

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/05/03
Activity Date:	2019/05/01

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

Circle Island and Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Karen

This event was outstanding - an excellent way to see so many of the major sites on the island and experience all the Polynesian Cultural Center has to offer. The tour guide was exceptional- providing a lot of interesting information about the various places we visited. Our stops were just the right amount of time to allow us to take pictures and explore a little. My personal favorite was Hanauma Bay - such a beautiful view. The Polynesian Cultural Center is a must see when you visit the island - such interesting and lesser known facts about the history of the Center - and an outstanding luau and show.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/04/15
Activity Date:	2019/04/08

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

Great experience!

Reviewed by: Abigail

This was a great tour! The driver was very good & had a lot of knowledge about the island! We stopped at a Macadamia nut farm & we didn’t even know that it was a scheduled stop! It was pretty cool! We snorkeled & went kayaking as well! They were all exciting activities! You definitely don’t want to rush the experience!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/04/04
Activity Date:	2019/04/03

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

Awesome Falls

Reviewed by: Kelly

When we first got on our tour and the guide introduced himself I didn't hold out much hope of learning anything from someone who said they had only lived in Hawaii for 3 years but Steve turned out to be a fountain of knowledge. He made the day an extremely enjoyable one, so much information given and funny too. he should also release his soundtrack to the Circle Tour, he had a song for every stop it was awesome! My only criticism would be too many beach photo stops not enough time at Waimea Waterfall and Dole Plantation.

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Hi Kelly,

Thanks for your 5 star review of Steve and our adventure.

Aloha,

Michael

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/03/30
Activity Date:	2019/03/25

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

Amazing tour!!

Reviewed by: The Hendry’s

This tour was amazing! Our tour guide Greg was unbelievably knowledgeable and so funny! All the stops were absolutely gorgeous! We would definitely do this again!!

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Thank you so much for your thoughtful words and very kind review and photos! :) We are truly grateful to all guests and visitors who express their appreciation of our services. I will definitely let Gregg know too! :D This is exactly what we had in mind, to show our guests all the beautiful natural locations around the whole island while they learn about our history, culture, legends and unique species. :))) Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us and hope to see you again one day! :))) Cecilia, Jodi and the Oahu Nature Tours Team

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/02/26
Activity Date:	2019/02/23

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

Trip made Great by Greg

Reviewed by: Francine

Oahu is beautiful and the tour was a Great way to experience it. Unfortunately, it did rain for part of the trip. Greg, our driver and guide is very personable and knowledgeable. He really aims to please. I would say that we were a little too packed on the bus, it would have been preferable to have been on a smaller tour. Overall, you certainly get your monies worth!

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Hi Francine,

Thanks for your review of Gregg and our adventure. We currently use a luxury bus that has VERY comfortable seats and plenty of room.

All the Best,

Manager

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2019/01/21
Activity Date:	2019/01/18

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

PCC

Reviewed by: Deb

The tour itself was great. Getting to stop at some sightseeing areas and enjoy the PCC was definitely a highlight. Could have spent more time at the Dole Plantation and the PCC. The driver Rob was obnoxious however. He talked non stop very loudly and it was difficult to decifer what was fact and what was BS. He talked non stop about himself and we got to the PCC later than anticipated so had less time there.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2019/01/03
Activity Date:	2018/12/31

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

Cultural Center isn't a miss!

Reviewed by: Niv

The tour was okay. To begin with the driver did not wait or call us when we were at the hotel. We called the company so many times and they gave us info that the bus is late and then again in 10 minutes one says the bus left us! It was a horrible experience. I would believe they would atleast call us. But even then we tried to ask to meet the driver elsewhere to catch up on the tour and there was a long wait before they could say yes! The dispatcher lady was helpful but then the driver not so much. I didn't like how the driver kept on talking even though the crowd was asleep. Most tours I have been has a guide talking and interacting with you while the driver drives so its more fun but these have the driver drive and speak on microphone which was disappointing! The tour itself was okay because with the better tour guide it could have been much better. Do not miss the Polynesian Cultural Center. Could spend a good half a day there.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/01/02
Activity Date:	2018/12/24

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

Polynesian Cultural Center great..driver/tour guide a little annoying

Reviewed by: Amy

I found the driver/tour guide annoying and condescending. When telling us the time limits he could have scripted better like i.e." we're on a tight schedule and we only have 10 mins on this site so please be back at (state the exact time). He's so full of himself and very scattered with his stories and facts. He didn't even know Hawaii's state bird, he said the white crane. He kept on showing his arm muscles and his jokes were not even funny. He kept on singing, he could just have played any Hawaiian music, he also took jabs at other driver/tour guides.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2018/11/10
Activity Date:	2018/11/07

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

Very Informative & enjoyable

Reviewed by: Sue from Sydney

Driver Levent was right on time for pick up .The tour was amazing & very informative . The knowledge Levent had was incredible . the sights we saw were good & lunch delicious . Highly recommend this tour for 1st timers to Oahu or returnees to the island.My daughter & I had a great time .

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Aloha Sue, Thank you for your thoughtful words and kind review! :) Yes, This is exactly what we had in mind, to show our guests all the beautiful natural locations around the whole island so everyone can pick their favorite! :))) Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us and hope to see you again one day! :))) Noelani and the Oahu Nature Tours Team

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2018/10/28
Activity Date:	2018/10/24

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

Amazing time

Reviewed by: Denise

Our time at the Polynesian Cultural Center center was truly amazing. We did splurge on the super ambassador ticket. Which was well worth every penny. We spent the day with Tyrone, he was the most intelligent, knowledgeable, kind and caring person. He made sure we understood everything we were watching or listening too. It started to rain and he ran and supplied us all with rain ponchos. Everyone who worked there were friendly, and knowledgeable about their land. We were there for 8 hours and we could have easily have spent several more hours.

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Packages:	Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2018/10/26
Activity Date:	2018/10/12

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

Circle island tour

Reviewed by: Thomas Oster

We enjoyed our circle island tour in Oct. this was a special occasion for us and our second trip to Oahu. We wanted to see more of the island this time and choose this tour because it had so many stops and was a full day trip. Our driver was very informative & very knowledgeable. We enjoyed all our stops and had the best day!!! The lunch at Fumis was fantastic! I would recommend this tour to everyone!

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Dear Thomas, Thank you for your thoughtful words and kind review! :) Yes, This is exactly what we had in mind, to show our guests all the beautiful natural locations around the whole island so everyone can pick their favorite! :))) Mahalo Nui Loa for joining us and hope to see you again one day! :))) Noelani and the Oahu Nature Tours Team

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2018/10/20
Activity Date:	2018/10/17

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

Fabulous day

Reviewed by: Couples holiday

Our driver was amazing.
She was so knowledgeable and interesting.
We missed the Dole Plantation due to an accident but otherwise had a great day!!

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Thank you for your thoughtful words and kind review! :) Thank you so very much for taking your valuable time to rate us and for your kind words. We are truly grateful to all guests and visitors who express their appreciation of our services. We look forward to seeing you again! :))) Noelani and the Oahu Nature Tours Team

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2018/09/19
Activity Date:	2018/09/10

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

Island Tour & Polynesian Cultural

Reviewed by: Sloftin

The tour guide was wonderful lots of stories funny and knew lots of history. I enjoyed the Polynesian Cultural Center as well all the different cultures was interesting and fun at the same time. Great time for the whole day of staying busy.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2018/06/25
Activity Date:	2018/06/19

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

Good Time

Reviewed by: Fatima

My daughters and I had a great time The tour bus picked us up on time . The tour guide /driver provided us a lot of information and history about the island, restaurants and all important sites we drive by . He was was funny too . He answered every ones questions.He allowed us enough time for breaks and photos. We had an amazing time at the Waterfall, my youngest had a foot surgery last year and she can’t walk too fast , we where having a great time swimming in the waterfall pool that we lost track of time . We had 15 minutes to make back to the bus , knowing my youngest can’t walk too fast or run my oldest said “ I’ll have him wait mom “ and took off running ( she runs track and cross country) . We had to be back by 12pm , we ( my youngest and I) made by 12:05 , My oldest daughter was happy the driver waited for us , we all were :). Then we drove to the snorkeling site , the tide was low and it was too rocky, I have never snorkel and I’m not a great swimmer, so we walked up to do some shopping and had a fresh coconut. We made our last stop at Haleiwa, the driver recommended some restaurants . The girls and I had a wonderful time , we ate and did some shopping. He was on time to pick us up . On the way back to the hotel we were tired and feel asleep. Overall we had a great time, we visited a few places and I didn’t have to drive through all that traffic I feel bad I forgot the drivers name , He was knowledgeable and I felt safe with him behind the wheel while the girls and I enjoy the activities and sites . The only reason I didn’t rate outstanding is because the snorkeling was not fun , the waves were too strong and the tide was too low , too rocky, but no one can really control that :)

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2018/06/24
Activity Date:	2018/06/19

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

Siteseeing

Reviewed by: Sssnrhnd

This is a wonderful excursion i would not recommend it for small children due to the time frame of the tour cause it is a long tour buf well worth it our tour gudie was knowledgeable and friendly and was on time. the food was excellent.

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2018/06/10
Activity Date:	2018/06/07

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

Explore the north shore without having to rent a car.

Reviewed by: Anon

Guide (Kevin) was very professional, informative and accommodating. This tour is a great way to explore the north shore area.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2018/05/05
Activity Date:	2018/04/12

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

Tour and guide were exceptional

Reviewed by: Luis

We had a great experience. I went with my girlfriend, mom, and grandmother.
The tour gave us a good idea of the places we'd like to visit the next few days. Our tour guide, I think he name was Paul, was kind, knowledgeable, helpful, funny, and provided good advice for activities we could do the next few days.

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2018/05/03
Activity Date:	2018/03/26

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

Great tour!

Reviewed by: Fay

Paul our driver was entertaining and he was very knowledgeable! It was a great tour and it was so much fun!

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Packages:	Ultimate Circle Island Adventure with Waimea Valley & Lunch
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2018/04/15
Activity Date:	2018/04/12

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

Best way to the North Shore.

Reviewed by: Jessica

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 Shore telling you virtually everything about the island. Also all landmarks are pointed out. You arrive get snacks if needed. You are then dropped off at your first activity. The falls etc. Pk up time is set you meet back at bus and your off to bike,kayak,shop or lunch or whatever. Your pk up time is set for your hassle free ride back to waikiki. All fully narrated back. Worth every penny. AC was our guide and knew everything about the island. Was the highlight of our trip.

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2018/03/29
Activity Date:	2018/03/21

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Uncle kevin was the best!!!

Circle Island Tour

Better the first time

oahu circle island tours

Good way to see the North Shore of Oahu and get out of Waikiki!

First Time to the Islands

Great time again!

Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour

Creepy Uncle Kevin

Much recommended!

Tour guide very knowledgeable

Circle Island and Polynesian Cultural Center

Great experience!

Awesome Falls

Amazing tour!!

Trip made Great by Greg

PCC

Cultural Center isn't a miss!

Polynesian Cultural Center great..driver/tour guide a little annoying

Very Informative & enjoyable

Amazing time

Circle island tour

Fabulous day

Island Tour & Polynesian Cultural

Good Time

Siteseeing

Explore the north shore without having to rent a car.

Tour and guide were exceptional

Great tour!

Best way to the North Shore.

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