Oahu North Shore Experience: Activities, Waterfall & Free Time

Oahu North Shore Experience: Activities, Waterfall & Free Time

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About This Activity in Oahu

It’s Your Day — Your Way on O‘ahu’s North Shore Experience the original North Shore activities tour, locally owned and operated for a more authentic O‘ahu adventure. With more time off the bus than any other tour, this experience is designed for travelers who want to explore, not just sightsee. The Surf Bus lets you choose your activities on the day of the tour, once you see ocean conditions and available options. All activity rental gear is included, so there’s nothing extra to plan or stress about. Enjoy up to 1.5 hours in historic Hale‘iwa Town, where you’ll have time for: Lunch and Shop Local. Matsumoto Shave-ice. Optional kayaking or SUP with the chance to see Hawaiian green sea turtles . Choose how active—or relaxed—you want your day to be, with options such as snorkeling, kayaking, biking, waterfall visits, or simply exploring at your own pace. Freedom to explore. Flexibility to choose. More time off the bus. That’s the Surf Bus difference.

Why Visit Oahu?

Oahu, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Oahu provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Oahu

You can reach Oahu, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Best of Hawaii Tour Guides
  • Admission to Waimea Falls Park (USD$25 value per person)
  • Cooler with Ice to keep your drinks chilled
  • Choice of Use of snorkel gear, bicycles, kayaks or stand-up paddle board (USD$36 value per person)
  • New 25 pax Mini Bus
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Short walk to centrally located Waikiki Hotels for pick ups.
  • All day tour. Bring towels, bathing suit and a change of clothes.

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 5 minutes before departure

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Drive along Oahu’s Windward side, sightseeing the majestic...

Drive along Oahu’s Windward side, sightseeing the majestic Koolau Mountains and the beautiful coastline.

Stop for free coffee and macadamia nut tasting 15 minutes

Stop for free coffee and macadamia nut tasting.

Choose to spend your time between swimming on... 2 hours

Choose to spend your time between swimming on the crystal clear waters of Waimea Bay, snorkeling at Shark's Cove, bike riding along the "tree tunnel bike path" or strolling through the biggest collection of Polynesian plants at Waimea Valley and swimming at the Falls.

Beautiful Sunset Beach

Beautiful Sunset Beach ! During winter, watch the best surfers in the world and during the summer, it is a pristine water park!

Stop only during Surf Season - Watch professional... 20 minutes

Stop only during Surf Season - Watch professional surfers tackle the infamous Pipeline wave! ( winter only )

Spend time at the botanical garden which houses... 1 hour 30 minutes

Spend time at the botanical garden which houses the most extensive collection of Polynesian plants anywhere! And if conditions are permitted, swim under a beautiful waterfall

The most beautiful beach on Oahu

The most beautiful beach on Oahu! Travelers can swim during summer months!

Snorkel at Shark's Cove , one of the three marine sanctuaries in Oahu 2 hours

Snorkel at Shark's Cove , one of the three marine sanctuaries in Oahu!

Historic Haleiwa Town is an old plantation style... 1 hour

Historic Haleiwa Town is an old plantation style town where you will find lots of art galleries and quaint shops, as well as the famous shave ice stands. You can also spend your time here kayaking and stand up paddling. Kayaking or Stand up paddle boarding on the Anahulu river and Haleiwa bay.

Drive by the Pineapple Dole Plantation

Drive by the Pineapple Dole Plantation!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How do I book this tour?

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.

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