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Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island with Snorkeling
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Nui Tours circles Oahu's east coast and North Shore with a snorkeling stop. The day takes 8 to 10 hours, from $89 per adult. You leave at 7 a.m. daily from assigned Waikiki pickup points. Snorkel gear and snacks come with your ticket. It's a shared bus day with up to 50 guests and lunch bought separately.
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Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island with Snorkeling at a glance
| Duration | 8 to 10 hours, including travel |
| Price | from $89 per adult |
| Main stops | Halona Blowhole and Dole Plantation |
| Swim stop | North Shore snorkeling, subject to conditions |
| Group | Bus, 25 to 50 passengers |
| Pickup | Waikiki hotel or assigned nearby location |
| Departs | 7 a.m. daily |
| Food | Snacks and nonalcoholic drinks, lunch bought separately |
| Main trade-off | Up to 50 passengers sharing the day's stops |
| Guide languages | English |
| Cancellation | Full refund until 24 hours before the start; nothing after |
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
- Guided Oahu Circle Island Tour
- Non-Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Private Tour
Options
Which option to book
The single option combines coastal sightseeing with North Shore snorkeling. Your tour leaves daily at 7 a.m.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island with Snorkeling | 7 a.m., daily |
The catch: Buses carry 25 to 50 passengers, so your ticket doesn't secure a smaller group.
Route
How does the day work?
The route follows the east coast to North Shore beach time before turning inland for Dole and coffee.
- 20 min
1. Amelia Earhart Lookout
Your first lookout faces the ocean from the Diamond Head coast.
- 20 min
2. Halona Blowhole
Waves force water through the blowhole's opening, with the amount of spray varying with the sea.
- 20 min
3. Sandy Beach
This is a shore break beach. Your stop gives you a look at the surf from land.
- pass by
4. Makapuu Point
The eastern headland passes your window. There isn't a lighthouse hike on this route.
- 20 min
5. New Hawaii's Treasures
You stop in Waimanalo at New Hawaii's Treasures. There's time to browse souvenirs.
- 20 min
6. Mokolii
Take your photos of Mokolii from Oahu's coast with the mountains in the background.
- 60 min
7. North Shore
The beach break sets aside time for snorkeling. Weather can change access to this part of your day.
- 20 min
8. Kahuku Farms
Roadside fruit stands offer fresh produce to buy. This is a short food stop.
- pass by
9. Banzai Pipeline
You pass the surf break without a scheduled stop. Waves determine what you'll see from the road.
- pass by
10. Sunset Beach
Another North Shore surf beach passes your window. The tour doesn't stop here for a swim.
- 20 min
11. Waimea Bay
Waimea Bay is a separate coastal stop. The guide can explain its connection to the Eddie Aikau competition.
- 60 min
12. North Shore Macadamia Nut Company
The macadamia farm gives you time to look around during a break from the beach stops.
- 30 min
13. Puaena Point
Turtles may appear at the point also called Turtle Beach, though the visit can't promise a sighting.
- pass by
14. Haleiwa
Rainbow Bridge marks the approach to Haleiwa. This entry is a drive through town.
- 60 min
15. Dole Plantation
The plantation is a stop for pineapple displays and shopping. Dole Whip is available to buy.
- 20 min
16. Green World Coffee Farm
Your final farm stop is a chance to see where Hawaiian coffee is roasted before the return drive.
The planned snorkeling break lasts 60 minutes, with another 60 minutes at Dole. Travel is part of the 8 to 10 hours. Your day ends with the ride back to your Waikiki pickup area.
Pickup and meeting point
- Hotel details: Your hotel name or accommodation address is needed when booking. Nui Tours assigns a pickup point based on bus access.
- Nearby pickup: A hotel entrance isn't always usable for loading. You may need to walk to the nearby point assigned to your booking.
- Arrival: Arrive 15 minutes before your assigned pickup time. The tour includes the return ride, so you don't need to arrange transport back from the North Shore.
Before you book
- Hotel pickup can mean a nearby meeting point. Your hotel address determines the assigned stop, with arrival required 15 minutes before pickup.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
Nui suits you if beach time belongs in your sightseeing day and sharing a bus isn't a concern. Vehicles can carry up to 50 passengers. Your snorkeling gear and snacks are covered, with lunch left to you.
For a firm passenger limit, The Pineapple EXP caps its group at 13 and costs from $99 per person. Island and You's food tour includes garlic shrimp lunch and tastings, from $128 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Guests who need a private vehicle
- Travelers with less than 8 hours available
- Anyone expecting lunch to be included
Good to know
Know before you go
Child prices cover ages 3 to 12, while the infant band covers ages 1 to 2. Infants travel on laps, with an adult required in each booking.
Weather can remove access to some stops. Your supplied snorkeling gear doesn't guarantee that the North Shore beach portion will run as planned.
NOAA recommends at least 10 feet between you and a sea turtle. The same viewing distance applies when you're in the water.
Your assigned collection point may be near the hotel entrance. Arrival needs to be 15 minutes before collection, with the accommodation address supplied when booking.
You receive a full refund when canceling at least 24 hours ahead. Later cancellations aren't refunded, so a change of plans needs action before the cutoff.
The ticket is mobile only and each booking accepts 1 to 30 travelers. Your booking size doesn't limit how many other guests share the bus.
Reviews
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
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Good to know
People also ask
- What does Nui's Oahu snorkeling tour include for the price?
The price from $89 per adult covers the guided route and hotel transport. Snorkeling equipment comes with the tour, alongside snacks and nonalcoholic drinks. Lunch remains your own purchase during the day.
- How long is Nui's circle island tour?
The full schedule takes 8 to 10 hours including travel between stops. Your beach break is one part of that time. Plan for the longer duration when deciding what else to book that evening.
- Is Nui's Oahu tour a small group outing?
No, buses range from 25 to 50 passengers. You share the route and stops with that group. A booking for only your family doesn't give you private transport or a smaller bus.
- How long can you snorkel on Nui's North Shore stop?
The planned beach break is 60 minutes. That is the stop's allowance, including getting ready and returning to the bus. Weather can change beach access, so it isn't a promise of continuous time in the water.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Tours book on the booking page at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.