Overview

See a rarely explored corner of Honolulu! Hawaii's bustling capital may be known for its beaches and high-rise buildings but did you know just a few minutes away there's a lush forest with hiking trails? On this tour, you'll visit a waterfall hike, a 200-acre garden, Honolulu's historic Chinatown district, and a lookout with stunning views of the city's skyline. Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour! •⁠ Hike to Manoa Falls •⁠ Visit Tantalus Lookout •⁠ Try local Poke •⁠ Stroll through Lyon Arboretum •⁠ Take a walk through Chinatown PLEASE NOTE: Round Top Drive, a major road on this tour, is closed intermittently due to construction (as needed). KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Recommended Start Time: Before 11:00 a.m. Tour Starting Point(s): Waikiki Direction: Loop, ending where you began "Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours."

Private tour

What's Included

Meeting and Pickup

What To Expect

1. 1

   Manoa Falls

   Located just 10 minutes from Waikiki, Manoa Falls feels like a world away! Hike along a jungle path that leads to a 150-foot waterfall. Along the way, look out for native plant species, listen to the birds chirp, and breathe in the fresh mountain air.

   1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

2. 2

   Lyon Arboretum

   Visit an artificial lowland tropical rainforest with numerous trails and small water features

   30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

3. 3

   Stop 3

   Take a walk at the oldest and largest Chinese Cemetery in Hawaii

   30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

4. 4

   Manoa Marketplace Farmer's Market

   Visit Manoa Marketplace - a neighborhood shopping center in beautiful Manoa Valley

   15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

5. 5

   Stop 5

   Hike a loop trail that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels

   30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

6. 6

   Stop 6

   Visit a popular national cemetery located at Punchbowl Crater in Honolulu

   15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

7. 7

   Stop 7

   Enjoy strolling in the garden made for Hawaiian native plants and flora

   15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

8. 8

   Foster Botanical Gardens

   Visit the oldest of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens

   15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

9. 9

   Shimazu Shave ice

   Check out one of our favorite places to get shave ice

   15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour is completed in a loop, starting and ending in Waikiki.
• Expect to spend 3-5 hours on the tour.
• We recommend starting before 11:00 a.m.
• The only spot to grab food is at Manoa Marketplace.
• Lyon Arboretum is open from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on weekdays and closed on weekends; there’s no admission fee but a donation is recommended.
• Tantalus Lookout is open daily from 7:00 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.
• Lili’uokalani Botanical Garden is open daily from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific is open daily from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Foster Botanical Garden is open daily from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. There is a nominal entrance fee to enter
• Bring some cash! Parking at Manoa Falls is cash only.
• 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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