Having guided visitors around this island for years, I can tell you the 13AP - Private Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour Departing from Waikiki Area is the way to experience everything Oahu offers in one unforgettable day. This 10-11 hour private adventure accommodates up to 13 passengers, with morning pickup between 7:00am and 8:00am from your Waikiki hotel.
Start at Diamond Head Crater for those iconic panoramic views over Honolulu and Waikiki that everyone talks about. Then we head to Halona Blowhole, where powerful ocean swells rocket through volcanic rock formations creating those spectacular waterspouts. At Sandy Beach Park, you'll watch fearless bodyboarders take on some serious waves.
The beauty of this private tour? Complete customization. Want to linger at Makapu'u Beach for sweeping Kaiwi Channel views and lighthouse photos? Done. Prefer more time at Kualoa Regional Park gazing at Chinaman's Hat Island framed by the Ko'olau Mountains? Your call.
The North Shore delivers legendary surf breaks—Sunset Beach, Waimea Bay, and the famous Banzai Pipeline. We'll spend whatever time feels right at each spot. For lunch, I always recommend Tanaka's Shrimp Stand in Kahuku for their famous garlic shrimp during your 60-90 minute break, though you're free to choose any local spot that catches your eye.
Optional stops include historic Haleiwa town, a local macadamia nut store, Dole Plantation for fresh Dole Whip, or Green World Coffee Farms for island-grown coffee.
Your 13AP - Private Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour Departing from Waikiki Area includes hotel transportation, engaging local narration, complimentary water, juice and chips, plus quality snorkel gear in our comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Meals, towels, and gratuities are your responsibility. Note: not wheelchair accessible, maximum 24 occupants. From $1,199.99 for groups of 1-12.
Snacks, Transportation, Guide
Includes
7:00AM and 8:00AM (all times approximate)
Departure Time
10 - 11 Hours
Duration
12
Maximum Group Size
630
Total Duration
private
Group Size
12
Maximum Passengers
early_morning, morning
Departure Times
Private Option Available
hotel_pickup
Transport Included
snacks
Food Included
low
Physical Intensity
Swimwear, Towel, Sunscreen, Camera, Hat
What to Bring
Easy
Difficulty Level
Private Option
Hotel Pickup
Guided
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Days Operated
allowed
Infant Policy
Weather Dependent
gratuity, meals
Not Included
Waikiki area hotels and resorts
Meeting Location
13AP - Private Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour Departing from Waikiki Area lasts about 630.
13AP - Private Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour Departing from Waikiki Area meets at Waikiki area hotels and resorts.
13AP - Private Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour Departing from Waikiki Area includes Snacks, Transportation, and Guide.
Waikiki
Waikiki
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