Waimea Botanical Garden & Waterfall and Pali Lookout

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• Waikiki Beach (Pass by)

  High-rise hotels line the shore in Waikiki, a vibrant neighborhood known for its popular surf beach. Designer fashion stores line Kalakaua Avenue and nearby streets, and the area buzzes after dark with waterside cocktail bars, fine dining and Kuhio Beach hula shows. Honolulu Zoo is home to Komodo dragons and wandering peacocks, while parrotfish and urchins inhabit Waikiki Aquarium’s reef exhibit.

  Admission ticket free
• 1
  Diamond Head State Monument

  Home to the Emelia Earhart monument as well as Iconic Views of Oahu.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Halona Blowhole

  Popular lookout point featuring panoramic views of the ocean, cliffs & neighboring islands. Halona Beach Cove (see more photos, view panorama) is a small pocket of sand located on the southeastern shore of Oahu. It was made popular in the movie From here to Eternity, filmed here in 1953, where it was a love scene of a couple (Burt Lancaster and Deborah Kerr). We will stop for Picture taking and expeditiously get in and out to stay in front of all other Companies and lots of other Guests.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Hawaii Treasure Shop for Amazing selection of delightful and beautiful designed jewelry along with unique souvenir's. Enjoy a restroom break while you enjoy some local Hawaiian hand made items as well as a Rest Room Break.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Nu'uanu Pali Lookout

  Nuʻuanu Pali is a dramatic cliff and lookout on the island of Oʻahu, Hawaii, offering panoramic views of the windward coast (Kaneohe, Kailua) and known for its powerful, constant winds. It's a historic site where King Kamehameha I won a decisive battle in 1795, forcing defenders off the cliff to their deaths, and is also steeped in Hawaiian legends, including tales of spirits and the goddess Pele. The Pali Highway runs through tunnels at the base of the cliff, connecting Honolulu with the windward side.

  25 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Leonard's Bakery Malasada Truck

  Treat your self to a Very Fresh Malasada. Made on order.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Kualoa Ranch

  Quick Stop at Kualoa Ranch for Sightseeing, Gift Shop and Pictures. If Time Permits.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7

  Stop to enjoy an Amazing Fuit Stand with a variety of Fruit straight from the Farm. Also taste a freshly fried Banana Lumpia "Turon" from Virgil's Fruit Farm Stand. Papaya, Pineapples, Kiwi, Grapes, Cucumbers, Guava, Watermelon, Cocunuts and or Sugar Cane all available for purchase.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Waimea Botanical Gardens, Oahu

  Waimea Valley is an area of historic cultural significance on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. The valley, being an important place in Hawaiian religion, includes several historical structures including stone terraces and walls constructed during the time of the Hawaiian monarchy. Also enjoy this picturesque waterfall in Waimea Valley drops into a pool surrounded by lush foliage. Swimming is allowed. Life Vests are supplied at no additional cost and are required to Swim. Entrance to Waimea is $20 per person for Adult. This 3/25 of a Mile walk is not for Everyone. Please consider taking the Golf Cart Ride which is an additional $20 Round Trip Per Person. The walk into the Waterfall is still natural and is very Rocky. Be Advised if you choose to bring Reef walking Shoes or Water Shoes it is entirely up to you. The Pacific Islanders walked Bare Foot through the Valley in the 1800's.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 9
  North Shore Macadamia Nut Company

  The North Shore Macadamia Nut Company in Haleiwa, Hawaii, is a popular stop for locally grown and roasted macadamia nuts, offering various flavors like honey-roasted and caramel-coated, along with macadamia nut coffee and other local treats. It's known for its friendly, family-run atmosphere, free samples, and educational experience about the nuts, often including short tours of the property and information about the farm's history. Products: Freshly roasted macadamia nuts in many flavors, macadamia nut coffee, and other local goodies like glycerin soap. Experience: Free samples, friendly staff, and a chance to learn about the farm and its history. Atmosphere: A laid-back, authentic Hawaiian experience with feral cats, chickens and pigs on the property.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Dole Plantation

  In 1899, James Dole, just 22 years old, moved to Honolulu from Massachusetts and purchased 64 acres of land in the central plains of Oahu. After trying several experimental crops, he settled on pineapple. This was the beginning of the pineapple empire. Dole created two canneries in Wahiawa and Honolulu Harbor and started advertising, resulting in nationwide consumer popularity. After bringing in automatic pineapple peelers, business boomed even greater. In 1950, a small fruit stand was created in Dole’s fields. A plantation-style home was erected in 1989 and turned into an archive and living museum, honoring the work and life of James Dole. Please understand you will not have time to ride the Train or get in the Maze. The lines are long and this stop is only for 30 minutes.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 11
  Liliha Bakery Nimitz

  This bakery offers delicious pastries, Oxtail soup, Loco Moco, Miso Butter Fish, Prime Rib, Cheese Burger Deluxe and Salads. Highlightes for the generous portions, reasonable prices, and casual diner-like atmosphere. Quick and friendly service.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Iolani Palace (Pass by)

  Iolani Palace is a living restoration of a proud Hawaiian national identity and is recognized as the spiritual and physical multicultural epicenter of Hawaii. Built in 1882 by King Kalakua, Iolani Palace was the home of Hawaii's last reigning monarchs and served as the official royal residence and the residence of the Kingdom's political and social life until the overthrow of the monarchy in 1893. Registered as a National Historic Landmark since 1962 and the only official royal residence in the United States.

  Admission ticket free
• King Kamehameha I Statue (Pass by)

  This majestic King Kamehameha I statue that stands proudly out the front of Ali’iolane Hale in Downtown Honolulu, is a casting of one of Hawaii's most beloved and revered rulers Kamehameha the Great, who was the first to unify all the islands and welcome westerners to his lands. Kamehameha was a revered warrior and leader, and he united Hawaii into one royal kingdom in 1810 after years of conflict. He also encouraged foreign trade and technology while avoiding foreign rule. He is depicted in the 18-foot bronze statue as extending his hand in a welcoming gesture of aloha. King Kamehameha commissioned the construction of Ali’iolani Hale to be the royal palace of the Hawaiian Monarchy. It was built in the Italian Renaissance Revival style and its name means ‘House of the heavenly King’. Ali’iolani Hale eventually became an administrative building and now houses the Supreme Court of Hawaii as well as the Judiciary History Center. The 18-foot bronze King Kamehameha Statue.

  Admission ticket free
• 12

  Waiola Shaved Ice if anyone still has room for some of the Best Shaved Ice on the Island. Quaint, pint-sized grocery store is a local draw for its counter-serve Shave Ice & Ice Cream.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• 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
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

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