Oahu Circle Island Audio Driving Tour

Leonard’s Bakery - Start your day with a delightful treat, a deep-fried Portuguese donut known as a malasada.

We’ll direct you to Leonard’s Bakery, a renowned spot in O’ahu for these delectable delights.

Leonard’s offers eight different malasada varieties, from the classic sugar-coated to custard-filled options with flavors like:

• haupia (coconut)
• guava
• macadamia nut

There’s often a line, but don’t worry – it moves quickly.

Byodo-In Temple - Explore a beautiful temple.

Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet) - Make a brief stop at The Tropical Nut Farm to sample a wide range of macadamia nuts, from Maui Onion and Garlic to Kona Coffee Glazed.

The farm provides free coffee and nut samples, so you can taste before purchasing.

Mokoli’i Island - Admire this unique islet at a stunning white sand beach.

Kualoa Regional Park - Visit for a ranch tour or simply drive by.

Kahana Bay Beach Park - Enjoy the lovely mountain views.

Laie Point State Wayside Park - Marvel at the beautiful view of the Sea Arch.

Polynesian Cultural Center - Stop by or drive by.

Lā‘ie Point - Pause for a quick view of a breathtaking sea arch at La’ie Point. As waves crash below, witness the formation of this magnificent geological wonder!

Laie Hawaii Temple & Visitors’ Center - A neat-looking Mormon temple.

Kahuku Farms - Discover fruit stands and shrimp trucks.

Kahuku - Visit food trucks and savor some delicious garlic shrimp!

Ted’s Bakery - At this point, you might wonder if this is a food tour. In a way, it is!

This tour features some of the island’s best food stops. Hopefully, you’ve saved room for dessert because you won’t want to miss Ted’s Bakery’s famous cream pies.

Their specialty is the chocolate haupia pie, but they also offer strawberry guava, blueberry, and pineapple macadamia nut, among others!

Sunset Beach Park - A famous surfing spot with stunning sunset views.

Banzai Pipeline - Renowned surf spot.

Shark’s Cove - A fantastic place for family snorkeling.

Pu’u O Mahuka Heiau State Monument - Visit this ancient historic site.

Waimea Valley - Hike to a waterfall!

Waimea Bay - Experience cliff jumping!

Laniakea Beach - Also known as Turtle Beach, this small beach is a natural feeding ground for honu or sea turtles.

This beach can get crowded, and parking is very limited. If you can’t find a spot, continue driving to the next stop.

If you visit the beach, exercise caution when crossing the road from the small parking area, and please maintain a respectful distance from these protected animals.

Approaching sea turtles too closely can result in a hefty fine.

Haleiwa Town Center - Enjoy eating and shopping.

Matsumoto Shave Ice - Since the early 1950s, this dessert spot has been serving Hawaiian shave ice in a variety of flavors! It’s a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

There will likely be a long line, but don’t let that deter you – it moves quickly.

Alternatively, cross the road and try Aoki’s Shave Ice, another local favorite.

Dole Plantation - Explore a maze and enjoy some Dole Whip!

Pearl Harbor National Memorial - Drive by or take a visit!

East Oahu Shoreline Audio Driving Tour

Kapiolani Park - One of the first stops on the Shaka Guide East Oahu Shoreline Tour!

Diamond Head State Monument - A popular stop on the tour… Visit the Diamond Head Lookout and Diamond Head Crater!

Koko Crater Railway Trail - Visit the Koko Head scenic lookout and see one of Oahu’s inactive volcanoes.

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve - Swim at one of the island’s most famous snorkeling spots - Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve!

Halona Blowhole - The Hālona Blowhole is a natural wonder of Hawai’i, formed thousands of years ago by volcanic eruptions creating molten lava tubes.

Eternity Beach - A charming little beach nestled right beside the unique Halona Blowhole!

Sandy Beach Park - Sandy Beach Park is known for its powerful shore breaks and fine sand that gets everywhere!

Makapuu Lighthouse Trail - Choose to visit the Makapu’u Viewpoint, offering an incredible coastal view of East Oahu, or hike up to the popular Makapu’u Lighthouse trail. During winter months, you might be lucky enough to spot humpback whales in the distance!

Waimanalo Beach - Waimanalo Beach Park on Oahu is perfect for a long beach stroll or a picnic. The 3-mile beach is lined with ironwood trees providing ample shade.

Kailua Beach Park - Kailua Beach Park is rated as one of Oahu’s most beautiful beaches! It offers the complete package… Soft white sand, towering ironwood trees, and crystal-clear turquoise waters! What more could you ask for?!

Lanikai Beach - Similar to Kailua Beach, Lanikai Beach is famous for its turquoise blue waters, soft white sand, and picturesque islands in the distance. There’s no better way to spend the day!

Ulupo Heiau State Monument - Ulupō Heiau, located on the eastern edge of Kawai Nui Marsh in Kailua, Hawaiʻi, is an ancient site associated with the menehune in legend, and later with high chiefs of Oʻahu, such as Kakuhihewa in the 15th century and Kualiʻi in the late 17th century.

Nu’uanu Pali - Just north of Honolulu, the Nuuanu Pali Lookout offers breathtaking views of Oahu’s Windward Side.

Judd Trail - Judd Trail is a 1.2-mile lightly trafficked loop trail near Urban Honolulu, Hawaii, featuring a waterfall and suitable for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is accessible year-round.

Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens - Visit this 400-acre botanical garden featuring plant species from around the world.

Honolulu’s Backyard Rainforest Audio Driving Tour

Manoa Falls - Just 10 minutes from Waikiki, Manoa Falls feels like a world away! Hike along a jungle path leading to a 150-foot waterfall.

Lyon Arboretum - Explore an artificial lowland tropical rainforest with numerous trails and small water features.

Manoa Chinese Cemetery - Stroll through the oldest and largest Chinese Cemetery in Hawaii.

Manoa Marketplace Farmer’s Market - Visit Manoa Marketplace, a neighborhood shopping center in the beautiful Manoa Valley.

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific - Visit a popular national cemetery located at Punchbowl Crater in Honolulu.

Lili’uokalani Botanical Garden - Enjoy a stroll in the garden dedicated to Hawaiian native plants and flora.

Foster Botanical Gardens - Visit the oldest of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens.

Shimazu Shave Ice - Discover one of our favorite places to enjoy shave ice.

Chinatown - Explore a bustling town with traditional dim sum restaurants, noodle shops, and trendy bars in converted lofts, as well as crowded Asian markets filled with antiques and stalls.

Tantalus Lookout Puu Ualakaa State Park - Experience the best sunset lookout on Oahu, situated on a vast grassy hill overlooking Diamond Head Crater and all of Waikiki.

Waikiki - After your drive through Chinatown, you can choose to stop and explore, or we’ll guide you back to Waikiki, where you can hit the beach, shop, or take our Heart of Waikiki Walking tour!

When visiting Hawaii, please show respect to the locals, land, and wildlife.

Ensure you pick up your trash; never touch marine life, plants, or other animals; and avoid unsafe areas.

Hawaii’s natural resources are precious, and it’s up to all of us to help preserve them.

Oahu Legendary North Shore Audio Driving Loop Tour

Leonard’s Bakery - Start your day with a delightful treat, a deep-fried Portuguese donut known as a malasada.

Moanalua Gardens - This 24-acre garden is rich in history. The original Moanalua Gardens was located elsewhere but dates back over a century!

When the gardens were relocated, structures from the original site were preserved and moved to the gardens you’ll visit today.

The gardens are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a $10 admission fee for non-resident adults and $7 for children aged 6-12.

Green World Coffee Farms - Need a quick coffee fix for the day ahead? Stop by Green World Coffee. This shop has a café where you can grab a to-go cup.

While there, explore the shop’s wide variety of coffees made from beans sourced from different farms across Hawaii.

They also offer free samples of coffee, tea, and chocolate, as well as free tours of their coffee farm.

Green World Coffee is open Monday - Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dole Plantation - Enjoy activities and attractions for the whole family, including the Pineapple Express Train Tour & the Plantation Garden Tour.

Haleiwa - Visit Oahu’s laid-back surf town, Haleiwa.

North Shore Soap Factory - Discover all-natural Hawaiian Bath and Body hand-crafted skincare products made locally on the North Shore. The factory is located at the historic Wailua Sugar Mill.

One of the highlights? The guided tour of the factory (paid) shows you how the soap is mixed, swirled, cut, and boxed! Call ahead to make reservations.

The soap factory is open daily until 4 p.m.

Matsumoto Shave Ice - Since the early 1950s, this dessert spot has been serving Hawaiian shave ice in a variety of flavors! It’s a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

There will likely be a long line, but don’t let that deter you – it moves quickly.

Alternatively, cross the road and try Aoki’s Shave Ice, another local favorite.

Laniakea Beach - Also known as Turtle Beach, this small beach is a natural feeding ground for honu or sea turtles.

This beach can get crowded, and parking is very limited. If you can’t find a spot, continue driving.

If you stop at the beach, exercise caution when crossing the road from the small parking area, and please maintain a respectful distance from these protected animals.

Approaching sea turtles too closely can result in a hefty fine.

Waimea Bay - Waimea Bay is a playground for big-wave riders, including Hawaiian surfing legends.

Pu’u O Mahuka Heiau State Monument - Now, we’ll take you to one of our favorite hidden gems on Oahu.

You’ll drive up an unassuming road until you reach Pu’u o Mahuka Heiau.

This National Historic Landmark may appear as a series of rock walls, but over 250 years ago, it was a major temple in Oahu.

Learn about this heiau and see artist depictions of what it might have looked like from the informational displays near the parking lot.

Please remember that a heiau is a sacred place of great cultural and historic significance and should be respected as such.

Shark’s Cove - Explore one of the “Top Twelve Shore Dives in the World.”

Banzai Pipeline - Witness some of the biggest, heaviest waves on the planet!

Sunset Beach - Visit a famous North Shore beach known for big wave surfing during the winter season.

Ted’s Bakery - By now, you might be hungry for lunch, but how about some pre-lunch dessert?

You’re on vacation, right? We’re about to visit some great food trucks, but first, we’ll stop at Ted’s Bakery for some famous cream pies.

Their specialty is the chocolate haupia, but they also offer strawberry guava, blueberry, and pineapple macadamia nut, among others!

If you want to grab lunch, Ted’s also serves burgers, plate lunches, and sandwiches.

Kawela Bay - Park at Kahuku Fruit Stand and walk across the street to find a pathway leading to Kawela Bay – a picturesque beach with banyan trees, soft sand, and turquoise waters.

Famous Kahuku Shrimp - An unassuming food truck offering a variety of shrimp & local seafood, fried or steamed.

Laie Hawaii Temple & Visitors’ Center - On our way to the next stop, we’ll quickly drive by La’ie Temple.

No need to get out of the car, just listen as we share the story of this site, designed after King Solomon’s temple described in the Bible.

With its gleaming white finish, the temple is dubbed the “Taj Mahal of the Pacific.”

Here you’ll find a visitor center with clean restrooms if you need a pit stop.

Lāʻie Point State Wayside - Stop for a quick view of a breathtaking sea arch at La’ie Point.

As waves crash below, you’ll see how this magnificent geological wonder was formed!

See if you can spot the lizard from the story that the tour describes.

Polynesian Cultural Center - The Polynesian Cultural Center is one of Oahu’s most visited attractions.

It features island villages representing six Polynesian islands:

• Hawaii
• Tahiti
• Samoa
• Fiji
• Tonga
• Aotearoa (New Zealand)

The center also offers a luau, night show, and marketplace.

Please note: A visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center is a full-day excursion. We recommend stopping by to explore the marketplace and returning another day for the activities.

Kahana Bay - Enjoy a quiet beach walk at Kahana Bay, a beautiful spot without crowds. There’s also a public restroom if you need a break.

Kualoa Ranch - Visit an incredible private nature reserve that has been the backdrop for numerous Hollywood movies and TV shows.

Mokoli’i Island - Pull into Kualoa Regional Park for a stunning view of Mokoli’i Island. Known for years by its nickname, Chinaman’s Hat, the cone-shaped island is a well-recognized landmark on the Windward side.

This is just a quick stop for the view, but if you’re seeking more adventure, you can return another day with a kayak and paddle out to explore the island.

Byodo-In Temple - Visit a temple built to commemorate the first Japanese immigrants to Hawaiʻi.

Waikiki - Now we’ll begin our journey back to Waikiki, sharing more stories about Oahu’s rich history along the way!

When visiting Hawaii, please show respect to the locals, land, and wildlife.

Ensure you pick up your trash; never touch marine life, plants, or other animals; and avoid unsafe areas.

Hawaii’s natural resources are precious, and it’s up to all of us to help preserve them.

• Offline map with GPS functionality, no internet required
• Engaging audio narration featuring stories and music
• Freedom to tour at your own pace
• App includes tour highlights with local recommendations
• 6 self-guided audio tours of Oahu
• Lifetime access to tours; they never expire

• Parking fees
• Car rental

Shaka Guide is an audio tour application that combines the advantages of a guided tour with the flexibility to explore independently. The Oahu Tour Bundle includes six self-guided audio tours designed for social distancing:

• Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour (6-8 hours)
• East Oahu Shoreline Drive (6-8 hours)
• Honolulu’s Backyard Rainforest Tour (3-5 hours)
• Legendary North Shore Loop (6-8 hours)
• Heart of Waikiki Walking Tour (1-2 hours)
• Historic Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour (1-2 hours)

The app utilizes GPS to guide you to historical sites, popular attractions, renowned beaches, and scenic hikes, complete with stories and music about the locations you visit.

All Shaka Guide Tours…
• Never expire - enjoy them multiple times or purchase in advance
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• Allow you to take the tour at your convenience - download the tour and select the day that suits you best

• Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
• Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
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