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North Shore Tour: Explore Haleiwa & Waimea Falls
4.9
1,789 Ratings
Oahu's Windward Coast
Experience the ultimate adventure on Oahu’s North Shore with The Surf Bus tour. Snorkel, surf, and observe sea turtles while exploring the most beautiful sights. Choose from a variety of activities and enjoy local expertise. Don’t miss out!
Experience the ultimate adventure on Oahu’s North Shore with The Surf Bus tour. Snorkel, surf, and observe sea turtles while exploring the most beautiful sights. Choose from a variety of activities and enjoy local expertise. Don’t miss out!
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Oahu’s Windward Coast - Journey along the Windward side of Oahu, taking in the breathtaking Koolau Mountains and stunning coastline.
- Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet) - Enjoy complimentary coffee and sample delicious macadamia nuts.
- North Shore - Choose from swimming in the clear waters of Waimea Bay, snorkeling at Shark’s…
- Oahu’s Windward Coast - Journey along the Windward side of Oahu, taking in the breathtaking Koolau Mountains and stunning coastline.
- Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet) - Enjoy complimentary coffee and sample delicious macadamia nuts.
- North Shore - Choose from swimming in the clear waters of Waimea Bay, snorkeling at Shark’s Cove, biking along the “tree tunnel bike path,” or exploring the largest collection of Polynesian plants at Waimea Valley and swimming at the Falls.
- Sunset Beach Park - Experience the beauty of Sunset Beach! In winter, watch world-class surfers, and in summer, enjoy a pristine water park.
- Banzai Pipeline - Visit during Surf Season to see professional surfers conquer the legendary Pipeline wave! (winter only)
- Waimea Botanical Gardens, Oahu - Explore the botanical garden with the most extensive collection of Polynesian plants! If conditions allow, swim beneath a stunning waterfall.
- Waimea Bay - Discover the most beautiful beach on Oahu! Perfect for swimming during the summer months.
- Shark’s Cove - Snorkel at Shark’s Cove, one of Oahu’s three marine sanctuaries!
- Haleiwa - Visit the historic Haleiwa Town, an old plantation-style town filled with art galleries, charming shops, and famous shave ice stands. Enjoy kayaking and stand-up paddling here.
Kayak or stand-up paddleboard on the Anahulu River and Haleiwa Bay.
- Dole Plantation - Pass by the Pineapple Dole Plantation!
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)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- 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)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
The Original North Shore Activities Tour is proudly operated by experienced local surfers. As North Shore natives, you can be confident of an exceptional experience with us!
The Surf Bus offers more time off the bus than any other tour company, and we provide the rental gear for your activities at no extra cost! Relax and decide on your activity after…
The Original North Shore Activities Tour is proudly operated by experienced local surfers. As North Shore natives, you can be confident of an exceptional experience with us!
The Surf Bus offers more time off the bus than any other tour company, and we provide the rental gear for your activities at no extra cost! Relax and decide on your activity after exploring your options on the day of your tour!
Enjoy 1 1/2 hours to explore the historic Haleiwa town for lunch, shopping, and the opportunity to get up close to the Hawaiian green sea turtles through snorkeling or kayaking!
Embrace the freedom to explore at your own pace! That’s what we offer!
- Short walk to centrally located Waikiki Hotels for pick ups.
- All day tour. Bring towels, bathing suit and a change of clothes.
Location
Oahu's Windward Coast
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(1789 Ratings)
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O1245ionatalieb
Dec 28, 2025
A wonderful way to see Oahu! - We had a fabulous day with Cousin G. He was knowledgeable about everything we saw and did. It was a full day of great experiences. It was a full bus, but it was full of laughter and a great atmosphere. Though it rained off and on, the sunny disposition of Cousin G made you forget about the weather.
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Stewartsv4274qe
Dec 26, 2025
North Shore tour - Great time, uncle G was informative and funny.
We had plenty of time to do each activity and didn’t feel rushed or bored. Definitely recommend. Heard he’s a huge Costco fan too.
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310ashm
Dec 24, 2025
Best experience ever! - I had an AMAZING time with cousin G! I highly recommend taking this tour! You feel like family and you learn a lot! I would do it again every time!
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Jessicask8782jf
Dec 22, 2025
So much fun! - We had an amazing experience with Sam! Our very loud and boisterous family stayed entertained and informed. Tropical Farms has amazing coffee (free samples!) and different flavors of macadamia nuts. There are lots of things to buy and look at. We had so much fun at Waimea Falls and paddle boarding. Hailewa shopping is so cute and we got some different things from all of the ABC stores in Waikiki.
Highly recommend The Surf Bus AND Sam!
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Tourist42327688316
Dec 21, 2025
Great ride, San was a great driver and guide - Great ride!!! We really enjoyed the whole day as a family and Sam was our guide. He was very friendly and very informative and the day was very pleasant and memorable
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T5073tfemilyr
Dec 19, 2025
Great day on the North Sure - Our day on the North Shore was terrific, despite the wet weather! Our driver, Sam, was great and shared his knowledge along the way. He was friendly and went out of his way to accommodate everyone’s wishes.
Unfortunately there were no bikes available on the day, which we were looking forward to but instead we did SUP and that was really enjoyable.
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A3270dqjoshuab
Dec 17, 2025
One of the best experiences we had in Hawaii, hands down! - We did the Circle Island Tour with Cousin G, and he was absolutely incredible. From start to finish, he was knowledgeable, hilarious, and genuinely kind; the kind of guide who makes you feel like you’re traveling with family rather than on a tour.
Even though the weather didn’t fully cooperate, Cousin G handled it like a pro. He navigated conditions smoothly, kept the energy high, and made sure we still had an amazing time no matter what. His storytelling, local insight, and humor turned every stop into something special.
You can tell he truly cares about people and about sharing the beauty and culture of Hawaii. We’re so thankful for the experience and the memories we made. If you’re considering a Circle Island Tour, ask for Cousin G, you won’t regret it!
Mahalo for an unforgettable day!
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569chaunceyp
Dec 12, 2025
Mahalo ! - Cousin G is a whole vibe ! He was so funny and knew so much about the island. He brought us to so many good spots. I would recommend to anyone.
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Crystalsd5674nc
Dec 13, 2025
Island. Tour Oahu - Had a good tour with cousin G he was funny and friendly and made for a fun day! We saw some great sights, got caught in some rain but that didn’t stop us
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Compass720151
Dec 12, 2025
Great tour with Sam! - Sam was a fantastic guide! He shared tons of interesting information and historical facts about Oahu and the rest of Hawaii, which really added to the experience. My family loved visiting the macadamia nut farm, exploring the North Shore, hiking to the waterfall and botanical gardens, kayaking, and stopping to watch the surfers at Pipeline—so many highlights in one day!
Our only wish was to have had a bit more time on the North Shore to relax on the beach and see more of the island’s biggest waves. Aside from that, everything was wonderful. We had a great time and would definitely recommend this tour! 🌺🌈
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