Oahu

Circle Island North Shore Adventure Tour + Snorkeling

Name: Circle Island North Shore Adventure Tour + Snorkeling
Brand: The Surf Bus
SKU: 72437P1
Price: 157.07 USD
Rating: 5.0 (1146 reviews)

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

8 hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Exchange Waikiki for Oahu’s North Shore on a day trip aboard the Surf Bus. Hop off at all the hot spots including the surfing beaches of Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Waimea Bay. Choose from one activity and lunch or two activities like snorkeling, bike riding, a waterfall swim, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), learning to surf, or relaxing on the beach. A guide points out the green sea turtles, and you have time to explore Haleiwa Town.

Oahu day trip from Waikiki hotels to North Shore beaches
Informative guide shares commentary aboard the Surf Bus
Visit art galleries and shave-ice stands in Haleiwa Town
Select your choice of activities with the option of lunch

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Two Activities OR One Activity & Lunch
Choice of: Snorkel, Kayak, Paddle Board, Bicycles or Admission to Waimea Falls
Air-conditioned vehicle
Equipment and location tutorial
Certified 5 star Tour Guide
Live commentary on board
Admission to Waimea Falls Park

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

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Start time

08:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Oahu's Windward Coast (Pass By)

Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sunset Beach Park (Pass By)

Banzai Pipeline

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waimea Bay (Pass By)

Waimea Valley

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Dole Plantation (Pass By)

North Shore

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Haleiwa

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Waimea Waterfall

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Most travelers can participate
Short walk to centrally located Waikiki Hotels for pick ups.
All day tour.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Featured review

Spencer_W

This trip was absolutely amazing!! Our tour guide, Greg or Cousin G, was OUTSTANDING. He really went above and beyond to make this experience one of a kind. From his knowledge of the island, to his humor and dad jokes, the tour never had a dull moment. Even his playlist on the bus was on point! We went paddle boarding, swam at a beautiful waterfall, and took a 30 foot jump off a rock!! Highly recommend doing this tour. North shore is so beautiful is trip my wife and I will never forget. Thank you Cousin G!

Reviews

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Excellent review and great guide

R_W, Apr 2024

Excellent tour and Sam was a great guide. We saw lots of the island and Sam gave us a great commentary along the way. Stops were of a good length and not rushed.

One of the best tours I have been on

Renee_J, Apr 2024

Uncle Kevin was amazing. He made us feel like he really is our uncle and he knew so much about the island. He gave us so many tips on where to get things and he showed us so much. He went out of his way to make our tour amazing. One of the best tours I have ever been on. We got ro swim in a waterfall, go kayaking, and stopped at some great places along the way! I highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Aloha Renee! 🤙🏽Mahalo for your wonderful review of the original North Shore of Oahu tour with Uncle Kevin and the surf bus 🚌. We're thrilled to hear that Uncle Kevin made you feel like family and shared his wealth of knowledge about the island. It's heartwarming to know that he went above and beyond to ensure your tour was amazing. Swimming in a waterfall, kayaking, and exploring great spots along the way sounds like an unforgettable experience. We're delighted that you highly recommend the surf bus —it truly is one of the best in Hawaii! A hui ho!

North shore sights

Susan_R, Apr 2024

Uncle Kevin was a great guide. He was patient kind and very knowledgeable. This tour was one of our highlights to our trip. Weimar fall was beautiful, kayaking was relaxing the sites were breathtaking! Kevin made sure to inform us along the way!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you, 🤙🏽Susan, for your wonderful feedback! We're blessed to have Uncle Kevin be part of our Ohana! Nice to hear you found Waimea Falls beautiful, kayaking relaxing, and the sights breathtaking. We appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for more incredible adventures in Hawaii aboard the original north shore adventure tour! 🚌

Well organized, recommended

luca_s, Apr 2024

Nice tour to the north shore. Sam creates a pleasant and entertaining experience, he knows very well the island and gives you the possibility to make activities. The price is right. Very recommended.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Mahalo Lucas, for your five stars review, and aloha from all of us at The Surf Bus 🚌🤙🏽! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our original North Shore Adventure tour. Sam is indeed a fantastic guide, dedicated to creating a pleasant and entertaining experience for our guests. We're stoked to hear that you would recommend us to others. A hui ho , 🚌🤙🏽The Surf Bus

Awesome experience!

Betzabee_N, Apr 2024

My mom and I took this tour. We loved it! We got to see different areas in the island but what we loved the most is that we where able to choose from different activities and create fun memories. We loved the different activities offered. It was really fun. I Highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Aloha! 😀Thank you so much for choosing our original North Shore Adventure tour 🚌 for your mom and yourself. Providing the opportunity to explore different areas of North Shore Oahu and offering a variety of activities is what we strive for, and we're thrilled that you were able to create fun memories along the way. Your recommendation means the world to us. Mahalo for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back for more memorable adventures in the future with The Surf Bus! 🚌😀

Ask for Kevin

Elizabeth_G, Mar 2024

Our guide, Kevin. He was extremely knowledgeably and provided many different local recommendations. I have nothing more to say, it was all about Kevin.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Aloha Elizabeth and mahalo for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Kevin made your North Shore Adventure Tour memorable with his extensive knowledge and local recommendations. At The Surf Bus, we take pride in having the best tour guides in Hawaii, and it's fantastic to hear that Kevin exceeded your expectations. We look forward to sharing more adventures with you in the future!

Perfect north shore trip

Lesley_J, Mar 2024

An amazing day. Our driver was so thoughtful and knowledgeable. We particularly enjoyed the river kayaking and the Falls. Thank you, Sam 😊🙏👍

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Awesome glad you enjoyed

Highly recommend!

Colleen_P, Mar 2024

Loved this day. Beautiful sites and ample time to explore. We loved the falls hike and swim. Uncle Kevin was informative and entertaining. I would skip the paddle boarding and kayaking and spend extra time exploring the town of Hale’iwa. There were so many cool shops and restaurants. Loved the Tibetan store and $1 cookies at the bakery. Highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Aloha Colleen!! We're thrilled to hear that you loved your day exploring Oahu's North Shore 🌴 with us! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the beautiful sites and had ample time to immerse yourself in each experience. The falls hike and swim are always highlights, and we're delighted that Uncle Kevin added to the enjoyment with his informative and entertaining commentary. Your feedback about spending extra time exploring the town of Hale'iwa is noted. We understand that each traveler has unique interests, and we appreciate your suggestion to prioritize exploring the charming town, its shops, and restaurants. It's great to hear that you found gems like the Tibetan store and the bakery with $1 cookies! Thank you 🤙🏽 for highly recommending our tour. 🚌We're grateful for the opportunity to share the beauty and culture of Oahu's North Shore with you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future!

The best!!!

Kristen_B, Feb 2024

Uncle Kevin was the absolute highlight of our trip. What an adventure today was!! We are so grateful to have signed up for this tour as it truly was the best part of our visit to Oahu. Kevin was so knowledgeable, personable, and entertaining. I would recommend this trip to everyone coming to the island. Between a waterfall swim, stopping at local fruit stands, paddle boarding, and watching surfers, there truly was not a dull moment. Thank you again!!!

Response from Host, Feb 2024

We're beyond thrilled to hear that Uncle Kevin and The Surf Bus made your trip to Oahu an unforgettable adventure! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed every moment, from the refreshing waterfall swim to the delightful stops at local fruit stands, paddle boarding, and watching surfers catch waves. Uncle Kevin's expertise, charm, and entertainment surely added an extra layer of enjoyment to your tour experience. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we're grateful for the opportunity to share the beauty and excitement of the North Shore with you. Thank you again for choosing The Surf Bus, and we hope to welcome you back for more incredible experiences on the north shore of Oahu, in the future! From our Ohana to yours ! Aloooooohaaaa!

Great Tour

Michael_C, Jan 2024

Kevin, our guide, was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Enjoyed the free time and lots of choices for food and activities.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

We are the only tour on the island that allows the freedom to truly explore the north shore and do your own choices. Uncle Kevin is one of this company’s 5 star guides and one of the best guides on the island. This combination of things, makes us the original and best north shore activity tour! Please recommend to anyone coming our way. Mahalo for taking the Surf Bus!

Smooth and wonderful day

Margarita_W, Jan 2024

Perfect trip! You could do two main activities plus other small stops. Our guid cousin G is definitely professional.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Aloha and Mahalo for joining us! Cousin G is a professional. Glad you enjoyed all of the stops and the freedom we give to do your own thing! Please recommend to anyone coming our way to join the original and best north shore activity tour. The Surf Bus!

Great experience

Julie_D, Dec 2023

AMAZING! I had 2 other tour places cancel on me yesterday and I am so glad they did and we got to experience this tour. Uncle Kevin was great- he told us all about the island and was very good at giving us instructions at each place we stopped. I like that we had options and time to explore. I definitely want to go back! So much fun!

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Mahalo for taking our tour of choices and freedom to do what you like! Uncle Kevin is one of the best guides on the island. Please recommend to your family and friends. We outshine other north shore tours for our activity variety and freedom off the bus. We are the original and best north shore activity tour!

Snorkel

Cecelia_C, Dec 2023

cousin G was the best!. It was a great experience! He was very informative, and interactive with the group. Casillas Family

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Happy to hear you enjoyed the original and best north shore activity tour! Cousin G is a pro and great guide to experience this island with. We love to see you again, and give you one of the best days of your vacation! A Hui ho! Till we meet again.

Amazing tour.

HenryJ_M, Sep 2023

Best trip we took in Hawaii. Our driver Sam was amazing made everyone feel comfortable. My wife and granddaughter went to the water falls. I went snorkeling at sharks cove and it was amazing. We all went kayaking down the river and saw sting rays and turtles. I would do this trip again.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Sam is a top notch guide. We’re glad you enjoyed the variety of our tour. Everybody does their own thing. We’d love to see you again on the original and best north shore activity tour. A hui hou!

North shore adventure

Stacey_C, Sep 2023

Excellent and fun day at North Shore! Our tour guide Kevin was friendly, knowledgeable and great sense of humour. Kevin is a Honolulu native and provided a lot of historical information. The snorkelling, and paddle boarding was the highlights of our trip. Mahalo

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Mahalo Stacey, for sharing your fantastic experience on the surf bus, your original North Shore snorkel, adventure and beach tour! It's wonderful to hear that you had an excellent and fun day, and it sounds like your tour guide, Kevin, played a significant role in making it memorable. Having a native guide who can share historical information is a real bonus. It's not just about the activities but also the insights and stories that make the surf bus tour special. It's great to know that you had a fantastic time snorkeling and paddle boarding. Oahu's North Shore offers some of the best spots for such activities. Mahalo again for sharing your five stars review, and we hope you have more amazing adventures when you return to Hawaii in the future. Aloha!

It is truly The Best! Do it.

Kathleen_C, Sep 2023

Went on the tour solo, felt very safe and cared for by the Cousin G the tour guide. He even hiked with us. Lovely experience I would go on this tour over and over. Lovely hike, go at your own pace fast or slow. Plenary of time for each activity. Amazing food choices and views. Highly recommend and would sign up for it again next time I am traveling here. It is truly the best! Thank you and Mahalo

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Mahalo for your five star reviews of the original North shore activities, adventure beach and snorkel tour. We're thrilled to hear about your wonderful experience on "The Original North Shore Tour of Oahu" with Cousin G as your best tour guide! The Surf Bus is indeed your top choice for an adventure and beach tour on the North Shore, and it's fantastic to know that you had such a positive solo journey. Feeling safe and cared for is paramount when exploring a new destination, and it's awesome he even joined you on a hike demonstrates the extra mile our guides go to make the experience special. Hiking at your own pace, whether fast or slow, is an excellent way to savor the beauty of the North Shore. We're pleased to hear that you had ample time for each activity, making the most of your day. And, of course, the amazing food choices and breathtaking views are highlights of this tour that many visitors adore. Your recommendation and willingness to sign up again for this tour next time you're in the area mean the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you back and providing you with more memorable experiences on Oahu's North Shore with the best tour choice for the area! Mahalo for choosing the surf bus as your adventure and beach tour destination!

I might do this tour again.

Mark_M, Sep 2023

Very friendly driver and we had great time. Perfect tour for who wants to do activities. I will pick this tour again for next visit with my daughter.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time on "The Original North Shore Tour of Oahu" with our best tour guide! The Surf Bus is indeed a great choice for those seeking a mix of adventure and beach exploration. Having a very friendly driver can make a tour even more enjoyable, and it's wonderful that you had such a positive experience. It's great to know that you found this tour to be perfect for those who want to engage in activities and make the most of their time exploring the North Shore. We look forward to welcoming you and your daughter back on this tour for your next visit to Oahu. It sounds like you've found your go-to adventure and beach tour on the North Shore, and we can't wait to share more memorable moments with you both in the future!

Excellent tour guide

Jesus_P, Sep 2023

Our driver and guide, Cousin G, was fantastic. There was never a boring moment and he had the best recommendations. He also shared a lot about local culture. Everything was perfectly timed. We never felt rushed. We left Honolulu and returned on time. We did feel like a family on tour instead of a bunch of individuals. Waimea waterfall and hike was my personal favorite.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

It's wonderful to hear that you had a fantastic experience on the surf bus, the original north shore adventure and beach tout, and with Cousin G as your driver and guide on the tour. Having a guide who keeps the tour engaging and shares insights into the local culture can truly make a trip memorable. It's also great to know that the tour was well-paced, allowing you to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. The Waimea waterfall and hike is definitely an incredible experience, and it's always special when a particular part of the tour becomes a personal favorite. Feeling like a part of a tour "Ohana" rather than a group of individuals can certainly enhance the overall experience! We hope to see you again ! A hui ho, and Mahalo for your five star review!

Great tour

Kelly_R, Aug 2023

My family and I highly recommend this tour. Cousin G was a fantastic tour guide, great jokes, and very knowledgeable. It was a fantastic way to see the North Shore!

North shore with Kevin

Pier_F, Aug 2023

excellent experience, the guide one of the best ever Good condition of the bus, punctuality at pick up and beatiful places visited

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Much Mahalo for sharing your thoughts on your recent experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent time, and your kind words about our guide and the overall experience mean a lot to us. We take great pride in maintaining our vehicles in top-notch condition to ensure a comfortable and safe journey for our guests. Punctuality is also a top priority for us because we want to make the most of your time exploring the beautiful places on our itinerary. It's wonderful to know that you found our guide to be one of the best ever. Our team is dedicated to providing not only knowledge but also a memorable and engaging experience for our guests. We hope the beautiful places you visited on our tour left a lasting impression and provided you with a deeper appreciation of the area. If you ever plan to return to Oahu or have friends and family visiting, please keep us in mind. We'd be honored to host you again. Mahalo for choosing the surf bus for your adventure, and we wish you many more fantastic journeys ahead!

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