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Oahu Island Photography Tour
Badge of ExcellenceHonolulu, USA
- 8 hours
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Escape to the island of Oahu and learn the tips and techniques of professional photography on this guided, full-day, small-group tour from Waikiki. Learn about Oahu’s history while exploring the ancient volcanoes, lush rainforest, surfing beaches and sacred Hawaiian sites. This unique, in-depth photography workshop in motion is suitable for all skill levels — from beginner to advanced — and offers participants an authentic island adventure and rare opportunity to experience Oahu from an insider's perspective. Bottled water, tripods, umbrellas (if needed) and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
- Small-group photography tour of Oahu, from Waikiki
- Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and photography tips suitable for beginning to advanced photographers
- Refine photography skills while taking in Oahu's natural beauty
- Stop at a variety of locations that offer different challenges to the photographer
- Visit famous winter surf beaches on the North Shore
- Learn about Oahu’s history and highlights on a full-day tour of the island
- A maximum of seven people allows for customized instruction from your photographer-guide
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Tripods
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Camera
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
This unique, full-day (8.5-hour) Oahu photo tour begins in Waikiki with a hotel pickup in a spacious, air-conditioned van.
Join the professional photographer tour guide who will, throughout the day, point out the specific details of photography that are oftentimes not seen by the untrained eye. Learn how to use light, and discover what framing, shutter speed, focal points and other important topics mean to composing a great image. Then explore the best places — and find the best angles — in which to take pictures on this breathtaking island. It’s the best of both worlds: elite instruction with some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
The specific destinations and subject matter will vary depending on the day and the time of year, but some of the possibilities include sweeping coastal vistas, pristine beaches, sacred heiaus, flowing waterfalls, dramatic mountain valleys and in the wintertime, big waves and fearless surfers. Also, look for Hawaiian monk seals and green sea turtles.
Along the way, learn about Hawaii’s history, its wildlife and the geography from the naturalist guide who is not only an expert in photography, but also a Hawaii insider with an in-depth knowledge of the island of Oahu.
This full-day photography tour is suitable for all skill levels — from beginners to advanced shooters, using everything from smartphones to high-end DSLR cameras. There will be a break for lunch (own expense) on Hawaii’s North Shore to relax and get a taste of the local flavors.
At the end of the day, walk away with some incredible images, an abundance of professional photography tips that will last a lifetime and an appreciation of Oahu’s rich history and culture.
This photography tour ends with a hotel drop-off in Waikiki.
Join the professional photographer tour guide who will, throughout the day, point out the specific details of photography that are oftentimes not seen by the untrained eye. Learn how to use light, and discover what framing, shutter speed, focal points and other important topics mean to composing a great image. Then explore the best places — and find the best angles — in which to take pictures on this breathtaking island. It’s the best of both worlds: elite instruction with some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
The specific destinations and subject matter will vary depending on the day and the time of year, but some of the possibilities include sweeping coastal vistas, pristine beaches, sacred heiaus, flowing waterfalls, dramatic mountain valleys and in the wintertime, big waves and fearless surfers. Also, look for Hawaiian monk seals and green sea turtles.
Along the way, learn about Hawaii’s history, its wildlife and the geography from the naturalist guide who is not only an expert in photography, but also a Hawaii insider with an in-depth knowledge of the island of Oahu.
This full-day photography tour is suitable for all skill levels — from beginners to advanced shooters, using everything from smartphones to high-end DSLR cameras. There will be a break for lunch (own expense) on Hawaii’s North Shore to relax and get a taste of the local flavors.
At the end of the day, walk away with some incredible images, an abundance of professional photography tips that will last a lifetime and an appreciation of Oahu’s rich history and culture.
This photography tour ends with a hotel drop-off in Waikiki.
Oahu
8 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- A maximum of 7 people per booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
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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Reviews
5.0
82 reviews
Kelci_T, Aug 2023
Our tour guide, Jenny, was so knowledgeable about Hawaiian history and consistently shared interesting facts/tips about the island. She was funny, bubbly, and sweet. I highly recommend Jenny as a guide to anyone interested in this tour! Plus, the ocean views are incredible!
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Aloha Kelci
Mahalo for your review. We love to share Hawaiian history, culture and of course the stunning beauty of the island with our guests.
Have a wonderful holiday
Marie
Kenneth_B, Feb 2023
We visited many scenic places and had wonderful photo opportunities. Jenny was a terrific guide who made the day a joy.
Response from Host, Feb 2023
Aloha Kenneth
We're so happy you enjoyed your private photography tour. We want to see you again!!
Mahalo
Tanya_R, Apr 2022
Our guide Jenny was great and very knowledgeable about the islands geography and history! With a camera or phone, great pointers and tips for all photography levels.
Bill_K, Apr 2022
The trip was very enjoyable despite the cloudy weather for the first half of trip. Jenny took us to the right spots including the sea turtles. She also shared a lot of general information on Oahu. She had a lot of tips for cell phone photography however i expected more suggestions and tips for regular camera photographers. She did give us framing suggestions. My wife and i had a very enjoyable day and enjoyed Jenny as our tour guide.
Annette_D, Mar 2021
What an amazing day with Evan! Not only is he an amazing photography instructor, he is also super knowledgeable about Hawaiian history and culture. I’m so glad we did this tour at the beginning of our vacation!!
H9204OWmichaelk, Sep 2019
Just finished the Photo tour it started at 2:15 and finished at 7:15. Pattie took us to excellent locations and was very helpful in looking for opportunities and advice on setting up our photographic shoots. She is very knowledgeable. Great tour
Lori_L, Jul 2018
Wonderful tour, I found out how to use settings on my phone that I did not know existed. Great food at the North Shore. Unexpected, fun stop at the coffee roasting facility for an afternoon snack. Great that the tour is limited in size. Wear good walking shoes.
David_W, Jul 2018
She taught us all about how to use our cameras to get the shots we wanted. Since it was a small group she visited with us and chose some photographic venues that were a bit off of the beaten path, but really fun to photograph. Since she has been in Hawaii for many years; she was a great tour guide. I feel that the tour was a good value
Suzanne B, Mar 2018
I enjoyed the individual tips on use of my camera. Marie was a great guide.
Linda H, Jan 2018
First, I was contacted by them because supposedly, one of their tour people were off sick, so the tour and time I chose was going to be cancelled. I was offered to go on an earlier one the same day, or else go a whole different day. Since I wouldn't be available that other day and wanted the photography tips for the rest of my vacation, I agreed. I was told they'd pick me up at a name brand coffee shop in front of my hotel. Now here is the mixup. When I asked, in my hotel lobby, just where the coffee shop was, I was told there wasn't one at that hotel and the closest one was several blocks away so I ended up walking several blocks in the dark before 6am to the meeting place. Luckily there were several Hawaiian men sitting out front who took me under their wing as I waited past the meeting time. Finally I was called on my cell, and more or less chastised for not being where I was supposed to be. Trying to explain that there was no coffee shop in front of my hotel and where I was, I was told that my hotel didn't exist? At this point Chaz the Hawaiian man, took the phone from me and tried to straighten out which hotel I was staying at, and where I was waiting. Then when he asked if she needed directions, she said No and hung up on him. He was quite upset saying that she was not displaying the Hawaiian Aloha spirit, must be from the mainland, and make sure I didn't tip her. LOL I had to provide the hotel name and address when I booked on Viator, but the tour guide later showed me a sheet of paper with another hotel name and address on it. So I don't know really who was in the wrong. She showed up maybe 20 minutes later and I was stuck alone way in the back of the van since I was now the last one picked up. She talked most of the time we were driving but it was very hard to hear her way in the back. She seemed to pay much more attention to the young guys with the big fancy cameras while I felt like I was being punished or something except for the one or two times she threw me a crumb. We stopped at some nice areas that I may not have gotten to see, and I got one camera tip that I was able to use for the rest of my vacation. Oh ya, AND even though I was told we would be back at a certain time, we ended up running over which now was causing a problem with the other group I was supposed to meet to go to the luau. Had to make calls and scramble to figure that out, but she did drop me at a different location so that I could meet up with my group. I wasn't able to clean up and change before the luau but had to go straight to it. Of all the tours I booked through Viator, I'd say this turned out to be the most disappointing.
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