How do you get to the North Shore from Waikiki?
The Round Trip North Shore Haleiwa Shuttle from Wildlife Hawaii costs from $70 per person. If you want a full day on the North Shore, the PRIVATE North Shore Tour & Turtle Beach from Hawaii Pacific Adventures runs 8 hours and costs from $805 for the group.
What should you know before you book a North Shore tour from Waikiki?
Choose by group size first, then by how much of the day you want planned for you. The PRIVATE North Shore Tour & Turtle Beach runs 8 hours, so block most of the day for it.
If you travel as a family or a small group, compare the group prices by dividing the total by your party size. The CIRCLE ISLAND JEEP TOUR costs from $299 for the group, so its per-person cost depends on how many people you travel with.
How much does it cost, and what is included?
If you want hotel pickup included, the Complete Island Adventure with Waterfall is the tour to compare. Complete Island Adventure with Waterfall includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, a narrated tour, an air-conditioned van, entrance into Waimea Valley and one Leonard's Bakery malasada per guest.
| Tour | Price from | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Round Trip North Shore Haleiwa Shuttle | $70 per person | 8 hours |
| Complete Island Adventure with Waterfall | $162.58 per person | - |
| CIRCLE ISLAND JEEP TOUR | $299 for the group | 9 hours |
| PRIVATE North Shore Tour & Turtle Beach | $805 for the group | 8 hours |
The Round Trip North Shore Haleiwa Shuttle costs from $70 per person and includes transportation.
For a group that wants its own guide and vehicle, the PRIVATE North Shore Tour & Turtle Beach is the tour to compare. PRIVATE North Shore Tour & Turtle Beach from Hawaii Pacific Adventures includes snorkeling equipment, a local expert guide, a luxury air-conditioned vehicle, and either kayaking on the Lazy River or admission to Waimea Falls.
The CIRCLE ISLAND JEEP TOUR from Sea & Board Sports Hawaii LLC costs from $299 for the group. Because the jeep price covers the whole group, compare it with the per-person prices on the other tours.
Hawaii Turtle Tours runs the Northshore Circle Island Adventure.
What should you expect: how long it lasts and where it starts?
Plan for a long day.
The CIRCLE ISLAND JEEP TOUR picks up at your hotel or Airbnb. The Complete Island Adventure with Waterfall includes hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
The Complete Island Adventure with Waterfall has a minimum age of 5 years.
Choose the PRIVATE tour if your group wants its own guide and vehicle. Choose the Complete Island Adventure with Waterfall if you want photos taken by your guide. Choose the shuttle if you want the ride only.
What are the tours to book?
- Complete Island Adventure with Waterfall: from $162.58 per person, minimum age 5 years, based in North Shore.
- Northshore Circle Island Adventure from Hawaii Turtle Tours: pickup from selected hotels, with a guide, driver, lifeguard and snorkeling gear.
How do booking, cancellation and weather work?
The PRIVATE North Shore Tour & Turtle Beach requires 25 hours notice. The Round Trip North Shore Haleiwa Shuttle gives a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice. On the CIRCLE ISLAND JEEP TOUR, canceling within 48 hours of your reservation means the full tour value is charged to your card.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a shuttle from Waikiki to North Shore?
Round Trip North Shore Haleiwa Shuttle from Wildlife Hawaii's listing includes transportation.
Can I take a day trip from Waikiki to the North Shore?
The PRIVATE North Shore Tour & Turtle Beach runs 8 hours and meets at your hotel lobby. Plan on a full day, since PRIVATE North Shore Tour & Turtle Beach from Hawaii Pacific Adventures takes most of it.
Is it worth going to North Shore, Oahu?
The PRIVATE tour gives you 8 hours and a local expert guide. A shuttle gives you the ride and leaves the rest of the day to you.
