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Oahu Circle Island Tour by Fil-Am Travel and Tours
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Fil-Am Travel & Tours runs a coastal Oahu loop with North Shore snorkeling. The tour costs from $75 per person. You leave at 7 a.m. daily from Waikiki meeting points. Plan for 9 to 10 hours despite the stated length of 8 hours. Your mask and snorkel depend on limited supplies, and fins aren't provided.
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Oahu Circle Island Tour by Fil-Am Travel and Tours at a glance
| Duration | 8 hours, with 9 to 10 hours to allow for the route |
| Price | from $75 per person |
| Main stops | Halona Blowhole and Dole Plantation, with North Shore stops between |
| Swim stop | North Shore snorkeling and swimming, waiver required |
| Group | Maximum 56 guests |
| Pickup | Fixed Waikiki meeting points, including Hyatt Regency's Koa Avenue entrance |
| Departs | 7 a.m. daily |
| Children | Child tickets ages 3 to 12, infants through age 2 on laps |
| Main trade-off | Extra time needed beyond the stated duration, limited snorkel gear |
| Guide languages | English |
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 . Infants go free.
What's included
- Bottled water
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Knowledgeable tour guide
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Swimwear, a towel and a change of clothes
- Sunscreen
Options
Which option to book
One option covers the coastal sightseeing route with time for your North Shore swim stop. Departures run at 7 a.m. daily.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Oahu's Circle Island Tour Operated By Fil-Am Travel & Tours | 7 a.m., daily |
The catch: The route allows 9 to 10 hours despite its 8-hour duration, so your return time needs room.
Route
How does the day work?
The coastal drive mixes lookouts with farm stops before North Shore swimming and the return through Dole and Honolulu.
- 15 min
1. Diamond Head Lookout
The stop overlooks the ocean from the base of Diamond Head. You don't climb the summit trail.
- 30 min
2. Halona Blowhole
You watch for spray from the shoreline lava tube. The blowhole responds to the waves below.
- 15 min
3. Hawaii's Treasures
The shop is a rest break in Waimanalo. You have time to browse local goods.
- 45 min
4. Tropical Farms
Macadamia nuts and coffee are the focus of this farm outlet stop.
- 15 min
5. Kualoa Regional Park
Kualoa Regional Park gives you a view of Mokolii. The tour doesn't land on the offshore island.
- 60 min
6. North Shore shrimp truck
The route pauses at a North Shore shrimp truck for lunch. You have time to buy a meal.
- pass by
7. North Shore surf beaches
The vehicle passes several North Shore surf beaches. These aren't separate swimming stops.
- 15 min
8. North Shore fruit stand
The fruit stand sells fresh produce and juices. This is a short break along the road.
- 75 min
9. Puaena Point
The beach break allows swimming and snorkeling after a waiver. Masks and snorkels are limited, with no fins supplied.
- 30 min
10. Dole Plantation
You can browse pineapple products or buy a frozen dessert. The stop also gives you time outside the vehicle.
- pass by
11. Downtown Honolulu
Downtown landmarks pass your window on the return. Iolani Palace and Chinatown are among the sights along this stretch.
You have 60 minutes for lunch and 1 hour and 15 minutes at the beach. The route ends at your meeting point, with drives of up to 1 hour between stops.
Pickup and meeting point
- Hyatt Regency: Your meeting point is behind the hotel under the green awning on Koa Avenue. Other Waikiki stops are selectable when booking.
- Queen Kapiolani Hotel: The meeting spot is outside the hotel on Kapahulu Avenue facing the zoo. It isn't inside the zoo grounds.
- Other meeting points: Check which stop is attached to your booking. Named alternatives include the Grand Islander Bus Terminal and the white pillars outside Moana Surfrider on Kalakaua Avenue.
Before you book
- Your swim requires a waiver. Masks and snorkels have limited availability for the beach stop, and fins aren't supplied at all.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Fil-Am suits you if the price drives your choice and a group of up to 56 is acceptable. Your day needs room for a 10-hour route. It's a sightseeing booking with a possible swim, and limited equipment makes snorkeling less certain.
The Pineapple EXP keeps its snorkeling group to 13 and costs from $99 per person. For fewer stops and a restroom aboard, Star's half day costs from $100 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Travelers who need a firm 8-hour finish
- Guests expecting fins or guaranteed snorkeling gear
- Anyone requiring a small group
Good to know
Know before you go
Infants through age 2 sit on laps, and child tickets cover ages 3 to 12. An adult is required on your booking for the shared tour.
Masks and snorkels are supplied only while equipment is available. Fins aren't provided, and your swimming or snorkeling participation requires a completed waiver.
Bring your own swimwear and a towel for the beach break. Dry clothes and sun protection are also your responsibility, rather than items supplied with the ticket.
The recommended distance from sea turtles is at least 10 feet. NOAA applies this guidance in the water as well as on the beach.
Cancellation at least 24 hours before departure gives you a full refund. Inside that period, canceling doesn't return your payment for a missed sightseeing day.
Your booking can hold 1 to 30 travelers on mobile tickets. That isn't the bus limit, since the wider shared group can reach 56 guests.
Reviews
How is it rated?
Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
A firm cap on passengers
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Food covered during the island loop
Oahu Circle Island Full Day Tour with Scenic Stops and Local FoodsIsland and You includes garlic shrimp lunch and tastings on its 8-hour route. The tour costs from $128 per adult.
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Questions
People also ask
- What does Fil-Am's Oahu circle island tour cost?
The price starts from $75 per person and includes guided sightseeing with bottled water. Snorkeling equipment is included only subject to limited supplies. Your ticket doesn't provide swimwear, and fins aren't part of the available gear.
- Does Fil-Am's island tour finish after 8 hours?
Plan for 9 to 10 hours despite the 8-hour tour length. Travel between stops can take up to 1 hour per leg. A booking soon after the shorter finish time could leave you rushed.
- How much beach time does Fil-Am allow on the North Shore?
The beach stop lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes. You need part of it to get ready and fill out the waiver, so you may not spend the whole stop snorkeling.
- Is Fil-Am's circle island tour a small group trip?
No, the group can have up to 56 guests. A booking accepts at most 30 travelers, so other bookings can share the vehicle. The route is better suited to guests comfortable with a larger sightseeing group.
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.