Oahu Best Tours is a locally owned team of island insiders dedicated to showing you the real Oahu. For over two decades their Waikiki-based crew has paired guests with hand-picked adventures— from circle-island excursions and Pear...
Travelers consistently rave about the knowledgeable and personable guides who make these island tours memorable. Names like Dirk, Justin, Aka, Prince, and Uncle Johnny come up repeatedly, with guests praising their friendly demeanor, deep knowledge of Hawaiian culture and history, and ability to keep everyone engaged throughout the full day. The circle island tour hits all the major Oahu highlights, making it ideal for visitors on a tight schedule who want comprehensive coverage of the island's most famous spots. A couple of hiccups with pickup timing and passenger lists have occurred, though these seem to be isolated incidents rather than ongoing issues. The tours move at a good pace without feeling rushed, and lunch at local food trucks gets positive mentions. Most guests feel the full-day experience offers excellent value, with several noting they'd happily recommend it to other Hawaii first-timers looking to get oriented and see the island's natural beauty beyond Waikiki.
Good tour - guide entertaining and knowledgeable. One complaint - too much Americano and how strong the USA military is - not needed as people on tour were from many countries.
Don McIntee
January 22, 2026
Good tour - guide entertaining and knowledgeable. One complaint - too much Americano and how strong the USA military is - not needed as people on tour were from many countries.
Don McIntee
January 22, 2026