Oahu Circle Island: Snorkel with Turtles & Explore Turtle Beach

Hawaii Turtle Tours
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Elizabeth_W
10 days ago
You get to see lots of different beautiful scenery through this tour. Our guide/driver was very knowledgeable, and shared many fun stories about the island and its history throughout the tour. Unfortunately we didn’t spot any sea turtles while we were snorkeling, but our snorkeling guide made sure everyone got to see them from the shore!

Circle most of the island of Oahu on a full-day tour by minibus limited to 24 (possible to go over 28) passengers, a smaller group than typical island coach tours. With an informative guide, you’ll make about a dozen stops, including the chance to see Hawaiian green sea turtles in their natural habitat during an hour of snorkeling on Oahu’s North Shore. Get a comprehensive overview of top attractions such as Diamond Head, Makapu’u Beach, Halona Blowhole and the Dole Plantation. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Waikiki is included.

Duration8 hoursLanguages Available

  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: WaikikiHawaiiOur shuttle will arrive at 7:20am for pick up in Waikiki, with a local guide to help you prepare for a day of exploring the island of Oahu. Pick up times vary by hotel and will be automatically assigned when you input your information into our online booking platform.Duration: 40 minutesStop At: Diamond Head State MonumentDiamond Head Road - 18th Ave., Honolulu, HawaiiThe first lookout we visit is an elevated view perched on the eastern side of Waikiki’s famous Diamond Head Volcano, This lookout grants us a great opportunity for pictures of the south eastern coastline of Oahu, with notable sights as far as Hanauma bay and Maui on a clear day. The location is more formally known as Amelia Earhart Lookout, known for where bystanders gathered to watch Earhart make her first solo aviation journey from Hawaii to North America.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Halona BlowholeKalanian'ole Highway, , HawaiiMolten lava tubes from volcanic eruptions that occurred from Oahu’s Koko Head crater formed the natural occurrence known as the Halona Blowhole. This lava tube extends into the ocean with a very narrow opening at the top, and when the surf is just right, water pressure builds up within the lava tube and erupts through the narrow opening creating a special Hawaiian Geyser for your viewing pleasure. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Makapu‘U PointLighthouse Trail, Turnout Above Makapu'u Beach, HawaiiWitness Waimanalo’s dramatic sea cliffs as we turn into Oahu’s windward side as we begin our journey to the North Shore of Oahu. Look off into the azure blue waters of the bay and you will see Oahu’s famous Manana Island also known as Rabbit island due to its Rabbit like shape.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)49-227 Kamehameha Hwy, Ste A, Kaneohe, HawaiiAfter a beautiful drive along Oahu’s eastern coastline, our next stop is a local shop that finds itself tucked away under aged Banyan Trees with macadamia nut and delicious Kona coffee tastings, along with very tempting Hawaiian chocolates amongst other treats.Duration: 25 minutesStop At: Mokoli’i IslandHawaiiChinaman’s Hat, also known as Mokolii, is nestled right next to the Kualoa Valley Mountain range. This location is  known for its dramatic landscape filmed in a number of Hollywood movies; most notably and fan favorite Jurassic Park. The island has earned the nickname Chinaman’s Hat from its resemblance to the straw hats that the Chinese immigrants wore when working Oahu’s sugar plantations during the early 1900’s.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: 56-777 Kamehameha Hwy56-777 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, HI 96731Famous North Shore Shrimp Lunch on Local Hawaiian Farm  Our guide will walk you through a local taro patch on a farm located at the base of the Koʻolau Mountain Range . Get a first hand look at how ancient Hawaiian agriculture practices live on and how to this day still manage to provide for local families to live off the land using the techniques and traditions passed down through generations.  We also eat lunch at the farm. The farm has a restaurant that can prepare all of the famous North Shore delicacies. Garlic Shirmp, Coconut Shrimp, and Kalua Pork are just some of the mouth watering plates available for lunch. Vegetarian options are available. Please bring cash for lunch.Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Oahu's North ShoreHawaiiTropical Fruit Stands After lunch we make a stop at North Shore tropical fruit stands, which offers ice cold coconuts to drink from, fresh mangos, and other tropical treats.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Sunset BeachSunset Beach, HawaiiA change of pace from the crowded beaches of Waikiki, The infamous Sunset Beach on the North Shore offers tranquility and is the epitome of a beautiful Hawaiian Beach. However don’t lets the summer months fool you, during the winter months, swells of 30 to 40 feet can be seen from the safe confines of shore.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: North ShoreHawaiiHawaii Green Sea Turtle Beach Snorkeling Hono is the Hawaiian name for our beloved Green Sea Turtles. Our Honu are very Hawaiian in that they love to lay on the sand and bask under the warm sun. We take you to a beach where we spend 90 minutes hoping to spot this incredible occurrence and we will also provide snorkeling gear so guests can go for a swim and hopefully snorkel along side a green sea turtle as well.  Snorkel Gear is included in the price of the tour. Please alert your guest to bring sunscreen and a towel.Duration: 1 hourStop At: HaleiwaHaleiwa, HawaiiOutskirts of Haleiwa Town, Pineapple, Coffee and Agricultural Fields Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Dole Plantation64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, HawaiiA historic pineapple plantation home to pineapple magnets, pineapple t-shirts, pineapple keychains and most importantly pineapple ice cream aka Dole Whip!! A great way to end the day and get some pineapple themed souvenirs for your friends and family back home.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Sandy Beach ParkHawaiiSandy Beach is a beach on the South Shore of Oʻahu in Hawaii. It is known for its excellent bodyboarding and bodysurfing opportunities due to shore break and consistent barrels. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: WaimanaloWaimanalo, HawaiiWaimanalo have gorgeous white sand beaches, snorkeling with near-guaranteed honu (Hawaiian green sea turtle) sightings, several hole-in-the-wall but worth a stop eateries, roaming bands of wild chickens, and a handful of family-owned farmsDuration: Not Available

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • Some places listed may not be followed 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.
Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minibus
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
Redemption InstructionsKindly call our hotline number at +1808 7814851 prior to your tour to arrange your pick-up, please make sure to indicate your mobile number or email address or you may chat us directly here at Tripadvisor. Please bring cash for your lunch - not accepting credit card.Traveler Pickup InformationOur 16 pick up locations are strategically chosen to be close to the largest number of hotels in Waikiki. We will send you your pickup time and location according to the hotel where you will be staying at. If you don't know your accomodation details yet, kindly contact us when you do to provide name, email and hotel information so we can assigne your pick-up. Mahalo!Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Jesica_N
I went on a tour last year around Oahu and it was fantastic. I wanted to try a new one and this had great reviews online. The tour is fine. It takes you around. The tour guide was just kind of basic in his delivery. It didn’t really feel that exciting and fun for a tour. Wouldn’t do this one again.
Elena_F
I never wanted to go on this tour because as I rightfully thought, there’s nothing to see. I’m not into nature so I can’t imagine what ppl expect to see. The price is obviously outrageous and you can get the same tour for $50 here on the island, so don’t buy in advance
Elizabeth_W
You get to see lots of different beautiful scenery through this tour. Our guide/driver was very knowledgeable, and shared many fun stories about the island and its history throughout the tour. Unfortunately we didn’t spot any sea turtles while we were snorkeling, but our snorkeling guide made sure everyone got to see them from the shore!
406dalel
Great introduction to the Island. Justin, pur driver/guide was both knowledgeable and humorous. We learned a lot and had a good time. A++
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snorkeling384 macadamia56 dole whip47 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Tony Santilli Local Guide·15 reviews We did the Island circle tour and turtle snorkeling. Nevin was our tour guide. This tour is a great way to see a little bit of many sites. Sadly, we were unable to go snorkeling because the waves were too high and they created a safety … More Debora Tourneur 3 reviews·4 photos a month ago An Unforgettable Day with Hawaii Turtle Tours! I highly recommend Hawaii Turtle Tours, We had the best time and a big part of that was thanks to our incredible tour guide, Mike Z. He was not only super … More Photo 1 in review by Debora Tourneur Photo 2 in review by Debora Tourneur Photo 3 in review by Debora Tourneur Photo 4 in review by Debora Tourneur ❤️1 Hawaii Turtle Tours (Owner) a month ago Im overwhelmed with your wonderful review thank you for taking the time to mention the team members who helped you create memories on this day ..Mahalo Rolando Santos Local Guide·19 reviews·22 photos 4 months ago Mike was the best tour guide! He’s so fun and really knows the stories around. He also took us to a local restaurant and the shrimps couldn’t have been more delicious! Mike also has very useful tips and really watches over all the guests. … More Photo 1 in review by Rolando Santos Photo 2 in review by Rolando Santos Photo 3 in review by Rolando Santos Photo 4 in review by Rolando Santos ❤️2 Hawaii Turtle Tours (Owner) 4 months ago Thank you so much for the wonderful review 😊 Mick O'Seasnain Local Guide·270 reviews·258 photos 5 months ago An incredible day! Kurt and Harry (our guide and driver) we're extremely knowledgeable, and they … More Photo 1 in review by Mick O'Seasnain Photo 2 in review by Mick O'Seasnain Photo 3 in review by Mick O'Seasnain Photo 4 in review by Mick O'Seasnain+7 ❤️3 Hawaii Turtle Tours (Owner) 5 months ago Thank you for joining us today!! We are so happy you enjoyed the island with Captain Kurt and Captain Harry 💙 Reviews from the web 4.9/5Facebook · 131 votes People also ask What is the best time of year to see sea turtles in Hawaii? Is Hawaii Tours a good company? Which Hawaiian island is best to see turtles? Is Laniakea Beach worth it? Feedback Discussions and forums . Hawaii Turtle Tours - Oahu Forum Tripadvisor · 5mo Hawaii Turtle tours with Northshore Circle Island Tour experience Facebook · Hawaii Travel Advice and Tips · 10+ comments · 1y Hawaii Turtle Tours - Oahu Forum Tripadvisor · 10y Facebook · Hawaii Turtle Tours 2K+ followers Hawaii Turtle Tours | Honolulu HI What a day! ✨ Our private tour was full of amazing women, giant turtles, and nonstop smiles. Nothing better than sharing the island with vibes this good ... 4.9(131) Wanderlog https://wanderlog.com Hawaii Turtle Tours, Honolulu, HI - Reviews, Ratings, Tips ... The tour is well-organized and punctual, maximizing time for snorkeling with turtles, which is the highlight of the experience. The knowledgeable guides share ... Cruise Critic https://boards.cruisecritic.com Hawaii Turtle Tours-Circle Island tour in Honolulu Jun 7, 2013 — I did a search here and have come up with nothing but the reviews on TripAdvisor are good and their Circle Island tour seems to include a lot of ... Hawaii Turtle Tours https://hawaiiturtletours.com Hawaii Turtle Tours | Oahu Turtle Snorkeling & Circle ... Absolutely loved this tour, very organized, on time, very patient and professional. Also very very funny!!! Saw a lot in one day and had the best time. Highly ... About usToursNorth shore circle island...Private tour yourhawaiiguide.com https://yourhawaiiguide.com Hawaii Turtle Tours Apr 18, 2022 — "We booked a private tour last minute on a whim. It turned out to be an excellent decision. Our guide Damian was fantastic. We truly got a ... People also search for Results are not personalized Diamond Head / Kapahulu / St. Louis Heights, Honolulu, HI - From your IP address Update location Dark theme: on Help Feedback Privacy Terms Tony Santilli Local Guide·15 reviews 3 minutes ago New We did the Island circle tour and turtle snorkeling. Nevin was our tour guide. This tour is a great way to see a little bit of many sites. Sadly, we were unable to go snorkeling because the waves were too high and they created a safety issue. We did however get to see a sea turtle basking on the beach. We stopped for food at a local restaurant which featured mostly shrimp dishes, the food was very good and you received a lot. We also visited a couple places that had souvenir shops. Nevin was very knowledgeable and he played his ukelele for us.

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