Oahu

Small Group Grand Circle Island Tour Includes FREE Snorkeling with the Turtles

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8 hours
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

See as much of Oahu as possible on a full-day circle island minibus tour. You'll stop at around a dozen different places, including Diamond Head, Makapu'u Beach, Halona Blowhole, the Dole Plantation and the North Shore where you can go snorkeling in Hawaiian green sea turtle-filled waters. With included hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour is ideal for those with limited time.

Comprehensive circle island tour: See as much of Oahu as possible in a single day
See all of Oahu's main attractions, from Diamond Head to the Dole Plantation
Go snorkeling on the North Shore, home to Hawaiian green sea turtles
Hassle-free round-trip transfers from your Waikiki hotel is included

What's Included

Use of snorkeling equipment
Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned minibus

Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Meeting points

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Start time

07:20 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

MAHALO for choosing us! The hotels and meeting points where we pick up our guests, are strategically spread within Waikiki neighborhood. We start at 7:20am at the northernmost location and finish around 8am at the south end of Waikiki.

What To Expect

Waikiki

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Diamond Head State Monument

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Halona Blowhole

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Makapu'u Beach (Pass By)

Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mokoli’i Island

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kahuku Farms

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oahu's North Shore

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Haleiwa Town Center (Pass By)

Dole Plantation

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sandy Beach Park (Pass By)

Waimanalo Beach (Pass By)

North Shore

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Sunset Beach

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, bottled water and change of dry clothes in a small day bag for this tour
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Some places listed may not be followed or will be skipped due to availability, restrictions and etc.
As our company name states, we provide a scenic tour around our beautiful island. We make it a priority to visit the beaches most frequented by our Hawaiian green sea turtles, however on occasion due to weather or sea conditions are guests may not experience them on the beaches or while snorkeling. They are beautiful and awesome creatures of nature and sometimes unpredictable, therefore we can not guarantee turtle sightings.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 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.

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Featured review

LeeAnn_G

Justin our tour guide did a great job. He was very informative and fun to interact with. We loved the views and it was great that most of the stops were for local, island businesses. My husband loved the snorkeling opportunity, I thoroughly enjoyed hanging out on the shore watching the sea turtles.

Reviews

5.0

466 reviews

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Great experience

Dawn_S, Apr 2024

Great experience with Harry and Kurt! Shrimp lunch was delicious! Macadamia nut shop and Dole pineapple stop had great options! The blow hole had water shooting out! And the best were all the turtles!

Best tour ever!

Donna_E, Apr 2024

This was one of our best tours ever! Kurt and Harry were great! 22 on our bus of all ages and we all never laughed so hard! Kurt was informative,and entertaining! Totally enjoyed the photo opportunities, swimming with turtles, macadamia nut farm, dole plantation and much more! Thanks Kurt for making our day enjoyable! Highly recommend! 5 🌟

Not recommended

LINDA_B, Feb 2024

I enjoyed snorkeling with the turtles, however I don’t recommend this tour, I feel it is not good value for the cost. We made a 10 min stop at the blow hole on the way to the turtle area and a 30 min lunch stop ( the shrimp is delicious) after 1 hour of snorkeling we had 15 mins at the nut farm and about 30 mins at the dole plantation. Although the guide was knowledgeable and pointed out celebrity homes and other points of interest, It wasn’t much of a tour frankly. For nearly $400. Canadian for 2 people I think there are much better tours available that will give you better value for the $$.

Outstanding experience!

Duane_H, Jan 2024

What a great experience! Kurt and Harry were excellent hosts, Kurt with a jovial, forceful humor everyone enjoyed. The stops were picturesque but the favorite for me was the snorkeling and turtle viewing on the north shore. Lunch at Tanaka’s was excellent as well. The small group format allowed for good conversation and camaraderie. You won’t be disappointed.

Great way to spend the day

Dania_A, Dec 2023

Saw a seal and the turtles - wasn’t guaranteed but we saw them. Lunch at Tsue’s was amazing!! Great day including macadamia stop and plenty of photo opportunities. Nice small group with people from all over and awesome tour guide Justin made sure that the tour catered for everyone.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Stoked you got to see the seal and turtles, and that Tsue's lunch was a hit! Macadamia stop and plenty of photo ops – sounds like a fantastic day. Justin will be thrilled to hear your shoutout. Looking forward to touring with you again.

A good way to acquaint yourself with Oahu

Michelle_C, Dec 2023

Our tour was timed right. There was just enough stops to take in the sights without feeling too rushed. I am grateful that we were able to experience some of the Island's food, sights, activities without having to arrange the driving, admission price etc. I am also thankful for our guide who shared so much info about Hawaii's history, culture, and trivia.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

So glad the timing and stops were just right for you. Taking in the sights without feeling rushed is the way to go! Grateful to have shared a piece of the island's magic with you. Whenever you're ready for more insights or have friends seeking a stress-free adventure, we're here for it!

BEST tour to see turtles!

Teresa_D, Oct 2023

This is your BEST chance to see turtles! Seavass will do everything he possibly can to help you see turtles, giving us tips and taking the time to point them out. This company truly cares about its customers; my group had a minor medical issue and Seavass and Benji went above and beyond to help us get taken care of and even called that night to make sure our friend was ok. You are not just a number to them they want to give you an enjoyable day!

Response from Host, Oct 2023

We're thrilled to hear that you had the BEST chance to see turtles on your tour and that Seavass went above and beyond to ensure you had a memorable experience. It's heartwarming to know that the company truly cares about its customers and that your group received exceptional care, even during a minor medical issue. Your words reflect the commitment to customer satisfaction and the dedication to providing an enjoyable day. We look forward to welcoming you back for more incredible experiences in the future! 😊🌴🌟🐢👥👨‍⚕️🏞️🤙🏝️

Good tour

lilibeths, Sep 2023

Great tour guide. Took us to nice places in Oahu. Only thing I would wish better was seeing turtles. I was raining earlier and I didn’t see a turtle.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and the places you visited in Oahu. We're sorry to hear that you didn't get to see the turtles, and weather conditions can sometimes impact wildlife sightings. We appreciate your input, and we'll continue to strive to provide memorable experiences for our guests. If you decide to join us on another tour in the future, we hope you'll have the opportunity to see the turtles. 😊🌴🐢

We had a great time on...

Madison_W, Sep 2023

We had a great time on the tour! Nevin was our guide and he shared so much about each of the sights and his experience growing up on the island. We enjoyed all the sights, swimming with the turtles, and the different lookout points. Would definitely recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time on the tour with Nevin as your guide. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the sights, the turtle experience, and the lookout points. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon!

Recommanded

sarah_c, Aug 2023

So a perfect day and a great way to explore the island and all these beautiful places. It permise to see where we'd like to come again for a all day.

Great time

Lesly_G, Aug 2023

We had a great time! Mike was great he knew a lot and didn’t rush us with the timing which was great! Noel the driver was also very good. Overall it was a great experience! Book with them!

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great time on the tour with Mike and Noel. It's fantastic that Mike's knowledge and pacing allowed you to thoroughly enjoy the experience without feeling rushed. Noel's driving skills contributing to the overall positive experience is also appreciated. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're grateful for the opportunity to have provided you with a great tour. If you or anyone you know decides to explore more with us in the future, we'd be thrilled to welcome you back. Thank you for choosing our tour and sharing your positive feedback!

Amazing circle island tour with Sea Turtles!

Brett_H, Aug 2023

The tour guide was great and we got to see multiple sea turtles up close!! We also got a much better understanding of the whole island!

Best tour in Oahu

Pam_B, Jul 2023

Cousin Mike is the best tour guide! Many stops on the North shore. Even our scheduled lunch stop for was delicious! I highly recommend this tour and if possible request Mike

Good island tour but guide was too much

Carolyn_L, Jul 2023

Nothing wrong with the island tour of Oahu - enjoyed the sights, seeing celebrity houses, the wonderful coastline and swimming with green turtles. Maybe a little commercial with several stops where we were just meant to make a purchase. However our guide Kurt was a bit too much for me. His commentary focussed largely on passengers he got one over and I felt a little intimidated by him. I could have done without the very long lecture on the value of reviews and the pressure to write one there and then - he even offered use of his hot spot! But worst of all was at the pineapple farm last on the bus was to perform the hula for Kurt’s amusement. The poor girl who came on last was mortified- she was actually crying beneath her sunglasses. But Kurt pressed on, even playing a musical accompaniment and the poor girl went through it in spite of her embarrassment but she did not enjoy it. I found this highly uncomfortable to witness - we then discovered it was her birthday which made it even worse! I don’t think visitors should pay good money for a tour to be humiliated. It left a sour taste for us both.

Sweet Memories

Susan_C, Jun 2023

From the minute we got on the tour bus, until we got finished with our tour, the whole day will forever be remembered. I took my daughter and granddaughter on this trip and we wanted to see as much of Hawaii as possible. Curt, our tour guide was phenomenal, he shared so much information about the island, the cultures and endless stories that made the whole day fun and left us with a mountain of wonderful memories. It was an amazing day we'll always remember.

The Oahu Adventure

Matt_F, Jun 2023

Nevin did an excellent job explaining the history and culture of Oahu. He encouraged us to see more of the island and pointed out a variety of interesting stops. Wish we had more time for the Dole plantation though.

A Must Do!!

Dianne_C, Jun 2023

This tour was fantastic. Our driver and tour guide Mike were awesome. Friendly, attentive, willing to answer any questions and there was not doubt they love what they do. I highly recommend this tour, you see so much of the island and you have time to swim with the turtles!!! This tour is worth every penny and I will recommend it to everyone!!

Wonderful Oahu Tour

Jackie_M, May 2023

Had an awesome day touring Oahu and snorkeling with the sea turtles! We were able to see and learn so much about the island- it was great! Really loved the stops at the overlooks and the Macedonia Nut farm. And lunch at Funi’s near the shrimp farm was fabulous. Our tour guide, Nevin, was very knowledgeable and loved his relaxed demeanor. Highly recommend this tour when you want to see a lot in one day and let the experts do the planning for you!

Our guide was impressive! We learned so much about the history!

Joy_R, May 2023

Loved the blowhole. Chinaman’s Hat Snorkeling with the turtles. Information shared by tour guide Jason!

uncomfortable, dirty and a waste of money

Cecilia_G, May 2023

this tour is not suitable for children, older people, or people who are mildly sick. The bus had no suspension and was uncomfortable. There was a lot of unnecessary walking over uneven ground which was not advertised in the tour and the place that the tour took us for lunch was disgusting and there was not alternative anywhere nearby. The food was greasy and and the seating was on benches. Also, apart from one restroom, the others were dirty and smelly. Not a good tour at all

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