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Half-Day Scenic Tour with 7 Lookouts
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Aloha Ke Akua Tours LLC visits southeast Oahu lookouts and Tantalus with guide photos. You spend 3 to 4 hours out, from $77 per adult. Waikiki pickup serves morning and afternoon departures. The choices are 9 a.m. or 3 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. It's a shorter sightseeing route with no North Shore loop or swim stop.
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Half-Day Scenic Tour with 7 Lookouts at a glance
| Duration | 3 to 4 hours |
| Price | from $77 per adult |
| Main stops | Southeast coast lookouts, plus Pali and Tantalus |
| Swim stop | None |
| Group | Maximum 28 guests |
| Pickup | Selected Waikiki locations or arranged hotel pickup |
| Departs | 9 a.m. or 3 p.m., Monday to Saturday |
| Ages | 7 and up |
| Main trade-off | Short viewpoint stops, no North Shore or swim |
| Guide languages | English, Spanish, Portuguese |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on . Children pay less.
What's included
- Photos from guide
- Pick-up and drop off from select locations
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Guided Half-Day Scenic Tour of Oahu
What's not included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
- Private Tour
Options
Which option to book
The same scenic route runs at 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. Your guide takes photos on both departures.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Stunning views of Oahu | 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Mon to Sat |
The catch: Repairs close part of Makapuu's upper lookout until early November.
Route
How does the day work?
The vehicle follows the southeast coast before turning toward the Pali and Tantalus viewpoints on the return to Waikiki.
- pass by
1. Queen Kapiolani Park
You pass the park between Waikiki and Diamond Head. It isn't a stop for exploring on foot.
- 15 min
2. Diamond Head Lookout
The coastal lookout gives you ocean views near Diamond Head. This visit doesn't include the summit trail.
- pass by
3. Kahala
The route passes the large homes along Kahala's coast. You stay in the vehicle.
- 10 min
4. Hawaii Kai Lookout
You look across Hawaii Kai toward the south coast. Diamond Head is visible from the viewpoint.
- 15 min
5. Lanai Lookout
Ocean views are the reason to stop here. Neighboring islands may be visible when the weather is clear.
- 10 min
6. Halona Blowhole
Waves can force spray through the lava tube below. The lookout keeps the stop focused on the coast.
- 10 min
7. Halona Cove
The cove shares the blowhole's lookout and appeared in From Here to Eternity. You view the cove from above without swimming.
- 20 min
8. Makapuu Lookout
The lookout faces the coastline and lighthouse. Repairs limit access to its upper viewing area until early November.
- 15 min
9. Nuuanu Pali Lookout
The mountain viewpoint opens onto the windward coast. Your guide connects it with the battle at the Pali.
- 15 min
10. Tantalus Lookout
The final viewpoint looks back toward Waikiki and Diamond Head. Your guide can help with photos.
Most viewpoint stops last 10 to 20 minutes. The full circuit takes 3 to 4 hours and ends back at your Waikiki pickup or meeting point.
Pickup and meeting point
- Waikiki meeting: One meeting point is outside Queen Kapiolani Hotel at 150 Kapahulu Avenue. Other choices include Moana Surfrider and Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach.
- Pickup message: Your text gives the meeting location and pickup time. It also identifies the vehicle by its license plate.
- Before departure: Arrive 30 minutes before the tour's start at the assigned point. The morning and afternoon departures use the same pickup arrangements.
Before you book
- Pickup details arrive roughly 1 hour before your tour. Check your ship's deadline with the tour team before booking, since a return in time isn't promised.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Choose this 3- to 4-hour route for a short trip as a couple or family. Children must be aged 7 and up. Your guide takes photos along the way. It's a fit when coastal views matter more to you than reaching the North Shore.
For Dole and Haleiwa, Star's half day lasts 6.5 hours and costs from $100 per adult. Oahu Photo Tours' sunrise route provides a photographer guide for a full island day, from $175 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Families bringing children under 7
- Travelers wanting Dole or the North Shore
- Guests seeking a swimming stop
Good to know
Know before you go
Tickets begin at age 7, with child prices through age 13. Your booking must include an adult, so the child ticket isn't a place to travel alone.
Your guide's photos and bottled water are provided during the drive. Snacks and lunch aren't covered, so any food purchases need their own budget.
The collection message normally arrives roughly 1 hour before departure. It gives your location and time, with the vehicle's license plate to help you identify it.
Repairs limit access to Makapuu's upper viewing area until early November. The stop uses the parts of the lookout that stay open.
Your cancellation must be at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Later cancellations aren't refunded if you decide against the outing.
Each mobile booking accepts 1 to 28 travelers, with an adult required. Weather or too few guests can stop the tour from running. Check with the tour team that enough guests have booked.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Dole and Haleiwa with fewer stops
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A full day for sunrise photos
Oahu Sunrise and Circle Island AdventureOahu Photo Tours starts before dawn with a photographer guide and up to seven guests. You pay from $175 per adult.
★ 5.0 · 405 reviews · from $175 per adult
A North Shore snorkeling day
Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island with SnorkelingNui includes snorkeling gear on an 8- to 10-hour island circuit. Its price starts from $89 per adult.
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Questions
People also ask
- What does Aloha Ke Akua's half-day scenic tour cost?
The price from $77 per adult covers the guided lookout route and photos taken by your guide. Bottled water is included. Selected pickup and drop-off locations serve the trip, while food remains a separate purchase.
- Can you take Aloha Ke Akua's lookouts tour in the afternoon?
Yes, the route has a 3 p.m. departure as well as a 9 a.m. choice. Both run Monday to Saturday. You get the same scenic itinerary, so the decision is which part of the day to leave free.
- Does Aloha Ke Akua's half day reach the North Shore?
No, the 3- to 4-hour route stays with southeast coast and mountain viewpoints. It includes Tantalus on the way back toward Waikiki. Dole Plantation and North Shore beach time require a different route.
- Can cruise passengers take Aloha Ke Akua's scenic tour?
Only if your schedule accommodates the 3- to 4-hour tour plus reaching its Waikiki meeting point. A return in time for your ship isn't promised. Check your ship's deadline directly with the tour team before committing to the departure.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.