Overview

Oahu's eastern shoreline is dotted with pristine beaches, volcanic craters and scenic hikes. On Shaka Guide's East Oahu Shoreline Drive, you'll get to experience every bit of it, on your own terms -- visit the spots you want and skips the ones you don't. This audio tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to seven beaches, three hikes, a 400-acre botanical garden and more! Shaka Guide is the #1-rated app for Oahu with over 1.5K reviews on the App Store and Google Play Store. WHY SHAKA GUIDE: ✅ Tours never expire. ✅ Tour work offline. No data needed. ✅ Reliable GPS directions. ✅ A guided tour for a fraction of the price. ✅ Save time planning! We’ve done the work for you. ✅ Your vacation, your terms — freedom to stop and go as you please. ✅ The #1-rated travel app for Maui. ✅ Listen to interesting stories and Hawaiian music! "Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours."

Private tour

What's Included

Meeting and Pickup

What To Expect

1. Kapiolani Park (Pass by)

   One of the first stops along the Shaka Guide South Shore Tour!

2. Diamond Head State Monument (Pass by)

   One of the popular stops on the tour... We visit the Diamond Head Lookout and Diamond Head Crater!

3. 1

   Koko Crater Arch Trail

   Visit the Koko Head scenic lookout and see one of the inactive volcanoe's of Oahu.

   2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

4. Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve (Pass by)

   Take a swim at one of the most well-known snorkeling locations on the entire island - Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve!

5. Halona Blowhole (Pass by)

   The Hālona Blowhole is one of Hawai'i's natural wonders, created thousands of years ago when molten lava tubes were formed from volcanic eruptions.

6. 2

   Eternity Beach

   A nice little beach hidden right beside the unique Halona Blowhole!

   15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

7. Sandy Beach Park (Pass by)

   Sandy Beach Park is notoriously known for it's powerful shore breaks and fine sand that gets into everything!

8. 3

   Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail

   Choose to visit the Makapu'u Viewpoint - featuring an incredible coastal view of East Oahu - or hike up to the popular Makapu'u Lighthouse trail. If you visit during winter months - you might be lucky enough to see humpback whales out in the distance!

   1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

9. Waimanalo Beach (Pass by)

   Waimanalo Beach Park on Oahu is a great place for a long beach stroll or a picnic. The 3-mile beach is backed by ironwood trees that provide plenty of shade.

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour begins and ends in Waikiki and travels counterclockwise only.
• Diamond Head online reservations are required can be made up to 30 days in advance.
• Hanauma Bay is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. The bay is open Wednesday-Sunday from 6:45 a.m. - 4 p.m. with the last entry at 1:30 p.m. Arrive early to find parking.
• Hanauma Bay requires advance reservations. You can make a reservation up to two days in advance here. Limited walk-in tickets are available at 6:45 a.m. but sell out quickly.
• Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden is free. The garden closes at 4 p.m.
• Waves can get rough in winter (November-April). When in doubt ask a lifeguard.
• Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
• The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
• Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
• Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
• Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
• This is a private experience. Only your group will participate
• 1–15 travelers per booking
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted, one per booking

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