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    Private Oahu North Shore Tour

    Shape a private North Shore day around paddling, beaches, farms and local stops

    5.0 stars• 788 reviews

    Duration

    8 hours

    Ideal For

    5 to 14 people

    Includes

    Kayak or Waimea Falls, snorkeling

    Highlights

    Build a private North Shore outing around the places and activities that interest you most. Explore at your own pace with a local guide and air-conditioned transport.

    • Customize your route with possible stops at Haleiwa Town, Dole Plantation, farms and beaches
    • Paddle the Haleiwa River by kayak or stand-up paddleboard
    • Snorkel at Turtle Beach when ocean conditions allow
    • Browse food trucks for a lunch stop tailored to your preferences
    • Watch for green sea turtles at the beach, with sightings not guaranteed

    What's Included

    • Local expert guide
    • Luxury air-conditioned vehicle
    • Kayaking on the Lazy River or Waimea Falls admission
    • Snorkeling equipment
    • Lei for each guest
    • Cold bottled water and Leonard's malasadas

    Important details

    • Tours run rain or shine
    • Expect itinerary changes when weather, ocean conditions, traffic or road closures affect the day
    • Snorkeling may be unavailable during rough surf or unsafe ocean conditions

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation 25 hours or more before the tour. No refund within 24 hours of the tour. Reservations can be rebooked up to 2 times.

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    FAQs

    Bring sunscreen, a towel, a swimsuit, comfortable shoes, and extra water.

    No. Lunch is not included due to allergies and varying preferences.

    No. Snorkeling and turtle sightings are not guaranteed, and turtles are wild animals. In winter months, larger waves can make snorkeling unavailable for safety reasons.

    Experience provided by Hawaii Pacific Adventures

    Related locations

    Waimea Falls

    Admission included

    Tucked at the end of a shaded valley trail on Oahu's North Shore, Waimea Falls rewards every step with the sound of rushing water growing louder through a canopy of tropical green. You arrive at a wide, tiered cascade spilling into a cool, clear pool framed by volcanic rock and native plants. Waimea Falls sits within a protected nature park that has sheltered this landscape for centuries. The walk in is as memorable as the destination itself, passing flowering gardens and ancient Hawaiian archaeological sites along the way.

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    5-7 Guests

    $1,156.94

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    8-11 Guests

    $1,660.82

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    12-14 Guests

    $2,093.98

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    If you're trying to decide on a tour company in Oahu, this might be the easiest decision you'll make on your trip. The standout feature here isn't just the tours themselves, but the guides who lead them. Austin comes up again and again in reviews, with travelers genuinely gushing about his encyclopedic knowledge of Hawaiian history, culture, and the island's hidden spots. People aren't just satisfied—they're calling him the highlight of their entire vacation, even their honeymoon. Roberto also gets enthusiastic shoutouts for similar reasons. What really seems to set these guides apart is their ability to customize tours on the fly based on what interests you, whether that's history, photography, local food spots, or just finding the best views. They'll take photos for you, provide snacks for feeding koi fish, hand out flowers, and genuinely seem to care about making your day special rather than just checking boxes on an itinerary. The flexibility is a major plus too. Families with wide age ranges felt included, couples got that intimate VIP experience even in small groups, and people appreciated being able to skip spots they'd already seen in favor of something new. Whether it's a full circle island tour, Pearl Harbor visits, or North Shore explorations, the company handles hotel pickups smoothly and never rushes you through stops. The only remotely negative comment was someone wishing they'd booked with this company for their Pearl Harbor experience instead of whoever they went with initially. Several reviewers specifically suggest booking early in your trip so you can get the lay of the land, then revisit favorite spots later. It's clearly a small, local operation that's nailing the personal touch.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Justin was up there with the best guide I have had travelling. Informative, funny altogether a very informative and enjoyable experience.

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    Deb Lawler

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Justin was up there with the best guide I have had travelling. Informative, funny altogether a very informative and enjoyable experience.

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    Deb Lawler

    September 1, 2026

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