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Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular waterfall hikes tours on Oahu. A short list of the ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and where to book.
A full-day Oahu circle loop with Diamond Head, Waimea Waterfall, North Shore stops, tastings, and Waimea Botanical Gardens included.
Most Popular“Wear comfortable walking shoes and enjoy the tour. Very informative and ample time at each stops. Beautiful scenery”
North Shore and Waimea Valley by mini-bus: Diamond Head views, Halona Blowhole, Kahuku shrimp, Waimea waterfall swim or hike, Waikiki pickup.
“If you don’t want to drive to the Waimea valley and still want to see the botanical garden and/or swim at the Waimea fall (water conditions permitting), this tour might be a good option for you. In addition, you will have a chance to stop by a few local spots for a short ocean view…”
One-day Circle Island tour with pickup, lunch, and entry fees. See Diamond Head, blowhole, whales, North Shore, Waimea Falls, and more.
“Long day. Get a good nights sleep and good breakfast so you can absorb all the information and sights.”
Oahu North Shore day trip by Surf Bus from Waikiki. Pick activities at Waimea, Shark’s Cove snorkeling, waterfall swim, Haleiwa.
“Great tour with lots of variety! Sam was great with lots of information and tidbits. Went to the macadamia nut farm, Pipeline, Waimea Falls, Food Trucks and Paddle Boarding. Was lucky enough to see a turtle swim by while paddle boarding as well! A highlight of our trip.”
Oahu in a day with a small photo group: early Waimea Falls, North Shore food trucks, and windward lookouts, with tips from pros.
“Chris was an excellent tour guide! We spent the whole day exploring Oahu. I strongly suggest this tour for tweens and teenagers. My family had a great time.”
Guided hike through Manoa Valley rainforest to 150-foot Manoa Falls, plus Waikiki transfers and a Tantalus lookout lunch with Diamond Head views.
“Great experience and tour guides Susumo and Jack were fantastic, very friendly and entertaining. Walk was very nice and the view of the island we had for lunch was incredible. Thanks very much guys!”
Full-day Oahu tour from Waikiki with Halona Blowhole, Makapu'u Point, Byodo-in Temple, and a Waimea Falls swim. Lunch included.
“Our tour bus NEVER showed up and neither we nor Viator could make contact with the tour company (Memory Shuttles) to arrange for our pickup. We arrived at the meeting place early (at 6:35 a.m.!) and we were waiting at exactly the right address. We had a full-day tour Read more”
Full-day Oahu highlights with Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Waterfall, Waikiki hotel pickup, and time to swim and soak up views.
“Justin was our tour guide in Honolulu. He was so knowledgeable and friendly. He took time to explain and share the history and the culture. We had an amazing time and would definitely book another tour with Viator especially with Justin. The booking process was easy. The day before our tour, we received clear directions…”
Guided hike to Manoa Falls with Waikiki pickup, plus Pu'u 'Ualaka'a lookout over Diamond Head and the Honolulu skyline.
“Will was a wonderful tour guide. He had so many stories and history to share. He was so prepared with water, walking sticks and even mosquito spray. Beautiful hike to a waterfall !”
Shuttle to Manoa Falls, then a self-guided rainforest hike with water, bug spray, and a walking stick. Rocky, wet, worth it.
“The home was tranquil and beautiful. I would definitely sign up for the early hike (7am), got to walk without crowds and could enjoy the bird chatter in the canopy. I would also wear comfortable walking shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy.”
Guided hike to Manoa Falls from Waikiki with hotel pickup, rainforest nature talk, and Andy’s Sandwiches lunch at Tantalus.
“Jak and Mei are great team and very entertaining. The tour was amazing!!! I would definitely do it again! Highly recommend”
Small-group Oahu full-day tour with coffee, North Shore lookouts, Waimea Falls swim, Byodo-In Temple, and local food truck stops.
“It is an amazing way to take the most of Hawaii! Emily made this trip nicer thanks to her kindness, the pics she took, and all the information she shared. A must to do!”
A private 8–9 hour Oahu adventure with waterfalls, a local beach, ridge hikes, and ocean drama—customized to your fitness and weather.
“Tailored to interest, fitness and the weather this is a MUST DO day out if you’re holidaying with teens or young adults!”
Downhill bike through Pu'u 'Ohia rainforest from Honolulu, with an optional Ko'olau waterfall hike, hotel pickup, and rain gear.
“Our tour guide was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable, funny and overall a great personality”
Shared Oahu food and waterfall day: Waimea Falls hike, coffee and chocolate farm, North Shore tastings, plus Haleiwa bites and rum.
“Aunty Kelly was so amazing. Her knowledge of the island as she drove us around and pointed out interesting facts and told us stories was beyond my expectations. She was so friendly and showed me what the spirit of Hawaii really is. I will definitely recommend her and this tour.”
From Waikiki to the North Shore, and every way to spend a day on the island.
