This private Oahu circle island tour & helicopter flight offers a comprehensive way to experience the island, combining ground exploration with aerial views. The tour spends approximately 8 hours on the ground followed by 55 minutes soaring above—revealing Oahu's hidden gems and iconic landmarks from every angle. Your adventure kicks off at 9am with free pickup from your Waikiki hotel in a spacious, luxury vehicle. The five-star rated guides take you to over 40 spots with approximately 12 stops that most visitors never discover. You'll visit the World War I Memorial salt water swim stadium and a secluded beach where Hawaiian monk seals bask in the sun—places away from the tourist crowds. Movie buffs will recognize filming locations from Godzilla, Pirates of the Caribbean, Jurassic Park, and Hawaii Five-0. Nature enthusiasts can spot green sea turtles at Laniakea Beach and feel the spray from Halona Blowhole's powerful volcanic formation. The journey continues to Diamond Head Beach Lookout for seasonal whale watching, the notorious Sandy Beach lookout, and Makapu'u Lookout with its WWII bunkers. You'll cruise through Waimanalo Beach (ranked number one in the USA by Huffington Post), sample free macadamia nuts at a local farm, and visit legendary North Shore surf spots like Pipeline and Sunset Beach. The ground tour wraps up near the famous Dole Pineapple fields before transitioning to your semi-private helicopter flight. The helicopter portion accommodates up to 6 passengers for approximately 55 minutes of aerial exploration over Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head Crater, Downtown Honolulu, and Oahu's largest waterfall. Tours accommodate maximum 14 guests with moderate walking required. Passengers over 250 pounds must purchase 50% of an additional helicopter seat, and there's a $60 per person fuel surcharge at check-in. This private Oahu circle island tour & helicopter flight runs from 9am to 5pm and includes expert guides, luxury transportation, bottled water, and free Waikiki hotel pickup and drop-off. Gratuities not included. Rated #125 of 791 Tours in Honolulu on TripAdvisor with reviews from 1,289 travelers.
14
Maximum Group Size
Transportation, Guide
Includes
~9:00 AM
Departure Time
~8 hours ground tour + ~55 minute helicopter flight (approx 9am–5pm)
Duration
480
Total Duration
private
Group Size
14
Maximum Passengers
morning
Departure Times
Private Option Available
24
Free Cancellation Window
hotel_pickup
Transport Included
none
Food Included
moderate
Physical Intensity
Waikiki Hotel (free pickup); North Shore & Westside ($100 surcharge); Harbor & Airport ($50 surcharge)
Meeting Location
gratuity, meals
Not Included
Sunscreen, Camera, Hiking Shoes
What to Bring
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours in advance. No refund within 24 hours prior to the tour. Flight may be cancelled/rescheduled due to bad weather; full refund if unable to reschedule.
Cancellation Policy
Moderate
Difficulty Level
Private Option
Hotel Pickup
Guided
Weather Dependent
allowed
Infant Policy
0
Minimum Age
Private Oahu Circle Island Tour & Helicopter Flight lasts about 480.
There is no minimum age for Private Oahu Circle Island Tour & Helicopter Flight, so all ages are welcome.
Private Oahu Circle Island Tour & Helicopter Flight meets at Waikiki Hotel (free pickup); North Shore & Westside ($100 surcharge); Harbor & Airport ($50 surcharge).
Private Oahu Circle Island Tour & Helicopter Flight includes Transportation and Guide.
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours in advance. No refund within 24 hours prior to the tour. Flight may be cancelled/rescheduled due to bad weather; full refund if unable to reschedule.
Honolulu
Honolulu
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