Oahu North Shore Inselrundfahrt
About This Experience
This Oahu North Shore Inselrundfahrt from Honolulu captures everything that makes the North Shore special. Rated #125 of 791 Tours in Honolulu on TripAdvisor with reviews from 1,289 travelers, this tour takes you to over 30 spots with ~11 stops in a small group of just 14 people max over 6-7 hours, exploring both the legendary North Shore and Oahu's stunning eastern coastline.
Your adventure kicks off at 9:00 AM with pickup from your Waikiki hotel. First up: the surf meccas that put Hawaii on the map. Pipeline, Waimea Bay, Sunset Beach – these aren't just beaches, they're hallowed ground where surfing legends are made. You'll get 25 minutes to wander through Haleiwa Town (perfect for grabbing that vintage aloha shirt), then it's off to Laniakea Beach where Hawaiian green sea turtles love to sunbathe right alongside you.
Movie buffs, get ready. This route hits filming locations from Hawaii Five-0, Jurassic Park, Godzilla, and Pirates of the Caribbean. The dramatic Halona Blowhole showcases nature's power as volcanic lava tubes shoot water skyward, while Sandy Beach Lookout offers views of America's most dangerous beach (locals know to respect that shore break).
The 15-minute Dole Plantation stop gives you the real story behind Hawaii's pineapple industry. Later, you'll cruise past Diamond Head's exclusive neighborhoods and catch sight of the Mormon Temple – the first Mormon temple built outside the continental United States. At the Macadamia Nut Farm, enjoy free macadamia nut coffee tasting.
Lunch time at Kahuku Food Trucks is where locals eat: Hawaiian, Korean, and fresh shrimp dishes (meals not included). This Oahu North Shore Inselrundfahrt returns you to Waikiki between 3:00-4:00 PM, starting from $189 per person. German language tours available. Bring comfortable walking shoes and maybe a rain jacket. Your luxury van transportation, experienced guide, and bottled water are all included.