Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience Departing from the Big Island
- 10 hours to 11 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Maui tour heads to the legendary North Shore, where world champions compete every November and December at famous Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. The tour passes through charming Haleiwa Town, with its many galleries, shops, and cafes. Enroute, we stop at Dole Pineapple Plantation, where you can learn all about Hawaii’s legendary pineapple crop. Our breathtaking voyage continues as we take in the valleys and cliffs of the emerald green Koolau Mountains and the rocky shoreline of South Oahu. Amazing panoramic views await you at Nuuanu Pali Lookout, Makapuu Point, and Hanauma Bay. Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch at a secret oceanfront location that you’ll love. You’ll travel in comfort and luxury in our well maintained mini bus and enjoy the intimate personal experience of our small group tours. We’ll have you back to Honolulu Airport in plenty of time for your return flight to Maui.
What's Included
- Round trip airfare to Honolulu International Airport from Kona International Airport is included
- Engaging narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights throughout your tour
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Transportation to Kona International Airport on the Big Island is not Included
- Meals are at your own expense
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup offered
If you flew Southwest Airlines into Honolulu Airport we will pick you up at Terminal 2, baggage claim 31, area 5. If you flew Hawaiian Airlines into Honolulu Airport we will pick you up at terminal 1, area 1
1 pickup point
- Honolulu Intl Airport
Before you go
- Remaining time from the itinerary will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions - Towels not included (guests should bring their own) - Meals are at your own expense - We will stop for lunch at a roadside stand - Cash is preferred at the roadside stands, local markets, and if you would like to tip your tour guide
What To Expect
- 1
Diamond Head Crater
Amelia Earhart's Marker - From this parking area you get to view the Diamond Head Light house it is a prominent symbol of Hawaiian history to residents and visitors alike, originally built in 1899 spreads light nearly 18 miles out into the Pacific Ocean. From this parking area there are fine views over Kuilei Cliffs Beach Park and up the coast toward Kahala. On the east side of the parking area , you'll see the Amelia Earhart Marker, which recalls her 1935 solo flight from Hawaii to California. Be advised this tour does not drive into Diamond head crater!
- 2
Koko Marina Center
Leonards bakery is a Portuguese Bakery , Hawaii's only Portuguese donuts! Hawaii, known for popularizing the malasada. The fried pastry, slightly crispier and chewier than a doughnut and with no hole, is known as a cuisine of Hawaii. - optional and time permitting
- 3
Halona Blowhole
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. Halona Blowhole now occasionally shoots seawater up to 30 feet in the air because of waves coursing through the underwater lava tubes. The viewing point provides a breathtaking view of Halona Cove, a beautiful beach that has been featured in many movies and music videos. During winter, you may be lucky enough to witness whales in the nearby waters.
Sandy Beach Park (Pass by)
Sandy Beach Aka "Broke Neck Beach" Drive-by or Restroom stop - Sandy Beach, also referred to as "Sandy's" and known to Hawaiians as Wāwāmalu, is a beach on the southeastern shore of Oʻahu in Hawaii. It is known for its excellent bodyboarding and bodysurfing opportunities due to its peaky shore break and consistent barrels.
Makapu'u Beach (Pass by)
Makapu'u Body Surfing Beach - Makapuu means "Bulging Eyes" Makapuu beach on the eastside is located just below Makapu’u Point which marks Hawaii’s easternmost tip. Rabbit Island sits just offshore and makes it very picturesque. This is a very popular beach for bodysurfing and bodyboarding large waves. Back in the early days of the sport it was along this stretch of coast that bodyboarding had its first hardcore crew including Jack The Ripper who was a familiar sight catching all the set waves out the back. Like Sandy’s grinding barrels, Makapuu has a ferocious shore break that is well suited to bodyboarding. Overlooking the Rabbit Island and Makapu'u Lighthouse - Famous movie scene from 50 First Dates
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining time from the itinerary will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions
- Towels not included (guests should bring their own)
- Meals are at your own expense
- We will stop for lunch at a roadside stand
- Cash is preferred at the roadside stands, local markets, and if you would like to tip your tour guide
- This experience will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- 1–15 travelers per booking
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted, one per booking
Operated by Hawaii Island Experiences, LLC