Overview

Explore Oahu’s coast, mountains, and North Shore on a full-day guided Circle Island tour with Go Tours Hawaii. Stop at Diamond Head’s Amelia Earhart Lookout, Halona Blowhole, Makapuʻu Point, Mokoliʻi and the Kualoa mountains, and Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout. Enjoy coffee and macadamia nut tastings, a North Shore lunch stop, tropical fruit stands, Sunset Beach, and Dole Pineapple Plantation. Admission to Waimea Botanical Garden is included. Wander through Hawaiian and international plant collections and visit the valley’s waterfall, with optional swimming when water flow and daily safety conditions allow. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with pickup and drop-off in Waikiki. Lunch, gratuities, and personal purchases are extra.

What's Included

Meeting and Pickup

What To Expect

1. 1

   Waikiki pickup

   Board the shuttle in Waikiki. The operator assigns your exact pickup location and time according to your hotel when you book.

2. 2

   Diamond Head – Amelia Earhart Lookout

   Photograph the southeast coast from a lookout on the eastern side of Diamond Head. The lookout is associated with spectators watching Amelia Earhart depart on her solo flight from Hawaii to North America.

3. 3

   Halona Blowhole

   Observe a lava tube formed by eruptions around Koko Head. When wave conditions align, seawater is pushed through its narrow opening to create a geyser-like spray.

4. 4

   Makapuʻu Point

   Take in the windward coastline, sea cliffs near Waimānalo, and offshore Mānana, also called Rabbit Island.

5. 5

   Hawaiian coffee and macadamia nut tastings

   Visit a local shop beneath banyan trees for Kona coffee and macadamia nut samples. Hawaiian chocolates and other treats are available to purchase.

6. 6

   Mokoliʻi (Chinaman’s Hat) and the Kualoa mountains

   View the offshore islet and the Kualoa mountain backdrop, known from films including Jurassic Park. The island’s familiar nickname refers to its resemblance to a traditional straw hat.

7. 7

   Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout

   Enjoy views across windward Oahu from the Koʻolau cliffs. This often windy site is associated with a pivotal victory in King Kamehameha I’s campaign to unite the Hawaiian Islands.

8. 8

   North Shore lunch stop

   Purchase garlic shrimp or another local dish at a Hawaiian restaurant. Vegetarian and non-shellfish choices are available. Lunch is at your own expense, and the itinerary recommends bringing cash.

9. 9

   Tropical fruit stand

   Browse a North Shore stand selling fresh mangos, drinking coconuts, and other tropical fruit. Purchases cost extra.

Additional Info

• Bring swimwear and a towel for optional waterfall swimming. Swimming depends on water flow and daily safety conditions; access is not guaranteed.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes for the gardens and sightseeing stops.
• Bring cash or a credit card for food, souvenirs, and tips. Cash is specifically recommended for lunch.
• Bring a camera and sunscreen.
• The tour is suitable for all ages. Infants aged 0–2 travel on an adult’s lap without a separate ticket charge and must be included in the booking’s traveler count.
• Strollers are not permitted on the bus. An additional seat must be purchased if you bring a car seat.
• Only standard foldable wheelchairs are accepted. Motorized wheelchairs and mobility scooters are not permitted. Tell the operator in advance so a vehicle with storage can be assigned.
• Wheelchair users must travel with a companion and be able to walk a short distance to board; the bus has no ramp. The reservation team may call to confirm arrangements.
• Terrain includes sand, gravel, and dirt. Consider these surfaces when choosing footwear and assessing mobility needs.
• Cancellations: the booking form requires at least 48 hours’ notice for a full refund. Late cancellations and no-shows may be charged in full. Tour date or time changes also require 48 hours’ notice and depend on availability.
• The website FAQ mentions a doctor’s note for refunds within 48 hours, while booking-form terms say late cancellations may be charged without exception. Confirm any medical exception directly with Go Tours Hawaii.
• A combined minimum of two guests is needed for the tour to operate; this is not a minimum of two people per booking. If the operator cancels because this minimum is not met, guests may reschedule or receive a full refund. Notice can be as late as one hour before departure.
• Tours normally run rain or shine. Unsafe weather, company closures, or unforeseen circumstances may cause changes or cancellation. Operator cancellations allow rescheduling or a full refund and may occur as late as the activity start time.
• Go City cardholders must provide 24 hours’ notice if they will not attend. Late notice or a pass that cannot be validated can result in the saved card being charged the full tour price. Go City purchase terms also apply.
• Questions or special arrangements: Go Tours Hawaii, +1 808-926-3090, reservations@gotourshawaii.com. Office: 2500 Kalakaua Ave, Suite E, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815.

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