1/2 Circle Island & North Shore Activities with The Surf Bus

4.9
(1,691 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

We are the Original North Shore Activities Tour, created & run by long-time surfer residents. Being North Shore locals, rest assure you'll get the best experience with us!

The Surf Bus gives you more time out off the bus than any other tour company and the rental gear for your activities are on us!
Don't stress and choose your activity after seeing your options on the day of your tour!

Get 1 1/2 hour to visit historic Haleiwa town for lunch, shopping and a chance to get up-close to the Hawaiian green sea turtles by snorkeling or kayaking !

Freedom to do your own thing! That's us!

What's Included

Best of Hawaii Tour Guides
Admission to Waimea Falls Park (USD$25 value per person)
Cooler with Ice to keep your drinks chilled
Choice of Use of snorkel gear, bicycles, kayaks or stand-up paddle board (USD$36 value per person)
New 25 pax Mini Bus
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Aulani Disney Resort and Marriott's Ko Olina Resort have pick ups only MONDAYS and THURSDAYS. If you're booking within 12 hours of departure, TEXT to confirm your booking. Waimea Valley will be closed on Mondays during October and November 2025.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Drive along Oahu’s Windward side, sightseeing the majestic Koolau Mountains and the beautiful coastline.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

    Stop for free coffee and macadamia nut tasting.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    North Shore

    Choose to spend your time between swimming on the crystal clear waters of Waimea Bay, snorkeling at Shark's Cove, bike riding along the "tree tunnel bike path" or strolling through the biggest collection of Polynesian plants at Waimea Valley and swimming at the Falls.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Sunset Beach Park (Pass by)

    Beautiful Sunset Beach ! During winter, watch the best surfers in the world and during the summer, it is a pristine water park!

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Banzai Pipeline

    Stop only during Surf Season - Watch professional surfers tackle the infamous Pipeline wave! ( winter only )

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Spend time at the botanical garden which houses the most extensive collection of Polynesian plants anywhere! And if conditions are permitted, swim under a beautiful waterfall

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • Waimea Bay (Pass by)

    The most beautiful beach on Oahu! Travelers can swim during summer months!

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Shark's Cove

    Snorkel at Shark's Cove , one of the three marine sanctuaries in Oahu!

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Haleiwa

    Historic Haleiwa Town is an old plantation style town where you will find lots of art galleries and quaint shops, as well as the famous shave ice stands. You can also spend your time here kayaking and stand up paddling. Kayaking or Stand up paddle boarding on the Anahulu river and Haleiwa bay.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Dole Plantation (Pass by)

    Drive by the Pineapple Dole Plantation!

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Short walk to centrally located Waikiki Hotels for pick ups.
  • All day tour. Bring towels, bathing suit and a change of clothes.
Supplied by The Surf Bus

Tags

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Eco Tours
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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