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Top 9 Oahu North Shore tours (2026)

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We compared all 43 North Shore tours Viator has for Oahu and kept 9, picked the way every tour here gets picked. Winter surf changes what you can do.

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North Shore tours on Oahu, compared by the exact option

Tour Stops Swim stop Group Pickup Departs Hours Rating Price
1. Oahu's North Shore: 8-Line Zipline Adventure by Climb Works
 Keana Farms No zipline group of 12 Keana Farms, Kahuku Mon to Sat, selected starts 2 h 30 min ★ 5.0 3,799 reviews from $203.65 per person
2. Oahu: North Shore Tour with Waimea Waterfall by NORTH SHORE BEACH BUS
 Halona Blowhole; Waimea Valley; Dole Plantation Yes bus, up to 23 Waikiki hotel hubs Daily, 6:45 a.m. 8 h ★ 4.9 3,690 reviews from $154 per adult
3. Oahu North Shore Fun: Waimea Waterfall and Turtle Snorkeling by The Surf Bus
 Waimea Valley; Shark's Cove; Haleiwa Yes bus, up to 25 Selected Waikiki hotels Daily, 8 a.m. 8 h ★ 4.9 2,067 reviews from $167.53 per adult
4. Oahu Sunset Horseback Ride on the North Shore by Gunstock Ranch
 Gunstock Ranch No riding group of 12 Gunstock Ranch office Selected Mon to Sat, 4:30 p.m. 1 h 30 min ★ 4.8 168 reviews from $160 per person
5. North Shore and Waimea Falls Day with a Turtle Swim by Seamus’s Hawaiian Shuttles LLC
 Haleiwa; Waimea Valley Yes van, up to 6 Selected Oahu hotels Daily, 9 a.m. 8 h ★ 4.8 110 reviews from $150 per adult for 2 to 4
6. Bee Farm Ecotour and Honey Tasting in Waialua, North Shore Oahu by Hi Honey Farm
 Hi Honey Farm No farm group of 10 Farm gate, Waialua Tue to Sun, 9 a.m. 1 h 40 min ★ 5.0 83 reviews from $135 per adult
7. Ko Olina to the North Shore: Waimea Falls and Dole by The Surf Bus
 Waimea Valley; Sunset Beach; Haleiwa Yes bus, up to 25 Ko Olina resorts Mon, Tue, Thu, 8 a.m. 8 h ★ 4.9 44 reviews from $184.29 per adult
8. Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim and Dole Plantation Tour with Lunch by Nature and You
 Green World; Waimea Valley; Dole Plantation Yes group up to 50 Waikiki and Ala Moana Mon to Fri, 7:30 a.m. 7 h 30 min ★ 4.9 41 reviews from $134 per adult
9. Oahu Northshore Island Tour by Karma Tour Hawaii
 Pali Lookout; Byodo-In Temple; Haleiwa No group up to 24 Waikiki pickup zones Tue, Thu, Sat, 8 a.m. 7 h ★ 4.5 257 reviews from $179 per adult

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The 9

Our most recommended North Shore tours on Oahu

Ranked by reviews. Each card gives your booking option and pickup details. It also covers inclusions and limits.

Oahu's North Shore: 8-Line Zipline Adventure#1 Eight dual lines Gear included

Oahu's North Shore: 8-Line Zipline Adventure

You ride eight dual ziplines above the fields at Keana Farms in Kahuku. A ride uphill takes you to the course. It's a good fit for friends who want to ride side by side. Your guide and safety gear are included. This option excludes hotel transport.

2 hours 30 minutes Keana Farms in Kahuku · by Climb Works
★★★★★ 5.0 (3,799 reviews)

Ages 5+ 2.5 hours timed starts 8 a.m. to 3:20 p.m., Mon to Sat guide and gear Keana Farms, 1 Enos Road, Kahuku 42-inch minimum; adult with minors free cancel until 48 h

The catch: You must weigh under 250 lb at 5 feet 10 inches or shorter. Taller riders must weigh under 270 lb.

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Oahu: North Shore Tour with Waimea Waterfall#2 Waimea admission Waikiki pickup

Oahu: North Shore Tour with Waimea Waterfall

You follow the east coast before spending 90 minutes at Waimea Valley. The Ohana Package covers admission and your Waikiki hotel ride. It's a good first visit if you want a guided day with a waterfall stop. Dole Plantation gives you 30 minutes to shop.

8 hours East coast and Waimea · by NORTH SHORE BEACH BUS
★★★★★ 4.9 (3,690 reviews)

8 hours 6:45 a.m., daily Waimea admission selected Waikiki hubs infants on laps free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Bring $18 per person in cash for lunch. Waimea has seasonal Monday closures.

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Oahu North Shore Fun: Waimea Waterfall and Turtle Snorkeling#3 Activity choice Waimea admission

Oahu North Shore Fun: Waimea Waterfall and Turtle Snorkeling

You choose how to spend your North Shore activity time. Waimea Valley admission is included with the Waikiki option. You can snorkel at Shark's Cove when conditions allow. The day also leaves time in Haleiwa for shops or river activities, with your hotel ride included.

8 hours Waimea and Haleiwa · by The Surf Bus
★★★★★ 4.9 (2,067 reviews)

8 hours 8 a.m., daily Waimea admission; gear or lunch selected Waikiki hotels infants on laps free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Choose lunch or rental gear; you don't get both.

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Oahu Sunset Horseback Ride on the North Shore#4 Walking pace 235 lb limit

Oahu Sunset Horseback Ride on the North Shore

You ride Gunstock Ranch's trails toward a lookout over the coast. The walking pace suits a couple who wants an evening outdoors. You get a guide and helmet, with parking at the ranch included. It's a 90-minute ride that leaves the rest of your day free.

1 hour 30 minutes Gunstock Ranch near Laie · by Gunstock Ranch
★★★★★ 4.8 (168 reviews)

Ages 7 to 75 90 minutes 4:30 p.m., selected Mon to Sat guide and helmet Gunstock Ranch Trails Office 235 lb limit free cancel until 24 h operator confirms after booking

The catch: Book for at least two riders. You'll need your own transport.

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North Shore and Waimea Falls Day with a Turtle Swim#5 Custom pickup requests 9 a.m. start

North Shore and Waimea Falls Day with a Turtle Swim

You start in Haleiwa and look for wildlife along the coast. Waimea Valley follows before a shrimp-truck lunch stop. This suits a small party that wants a later start. The price covers transport only, and the selected rate needs two to four adults for the booking.

8 hours Haleiwa and Waimea Valley · by Seamus’s Hawaiian Shuttles LLC
★★★★★ 4.8 (110 reviews)

8 hours 9 a.m., daily transport agreed hotel pickup two to four adults at this rate free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Waimea admission and lunch cost extra.

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from $150 per adult for 2 to 4
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Bee Farm Ecotour and Honey Tasting in Waialua, North Shore Oahu#6 Beekeeping suit Honey tasting

Bee Farm Ecotour and Honey Tasting in Waialua, North Shore Oahu

You put on a beekeeping suit to visit the hives at Hi Honey Farm. Afterward you taste raw and infused honeys, with flavors varying by season. This suits families who want a short land activity. Your suit and gloves are included, along with bottled water.

1 hour 40 minutes Hi Honey Farm, Waialua · by Hi Honey Farm
★★★★★ 5.0 (83 reviews)

100 minutes 9 a.m., Tue to Sun suit and gloves yellow gate, 66-1128 Kaukonahua Road, Waialua ages 3+ free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Skip this tour if you have a bee-sting allergy.

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Ko Olina to the North Shore: Waimea Falls and Dole#7 Ko Olina pickup Activity choice

Ko Olina to the North Shore: Waimea Falls and Dole

You leave from Ko Olina and choose a North Shore activity on the day. Take Waimea Valley admission or choose rental gear instead. Haleiwa gives you time for lunch and shops. This is the better bus choice if you're staying at one of the three pickup resorts.

8 hours Waimea and Haleiwa · by The Surf Bus
★★★★★ 4.9 (44 reviews)

8 hours 8 a.m., Mon, Tue, Thu Waimea admission or rental gear Aulani/Four Seasons/Marriott Ko Olina infants on laps free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Your activity choice covers one admission or rental. Lunch isn't included.

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Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim and Dole Plantation Tour with Lunch#8 Meals included Waimea admission

Waimea Valley Waterfall Swim and Dole Plantation Tour with Lunch

You start at Green World Coffee Farm with coffee and a pastry. A guided walk through Waimea Valley leads to the falls. The price includes admission and a wrap lunch. This suits you if you want meals arranged, with Dole Plantation shopping before the ride back.

7 hours 30 minutes Waimea Valley and Dole · by Nature and You
★★★★★ 4.9 (41 reviews)

7.5 hours 7:30 a.m., Mon to Fri Waimea entry; breakfast and lunch Waikiki/Ala Moana pickup hubs ages 3+ free cancel until 24 h

The catch: The Dole stop doesn't allow time for attractions. Waimea has seasonal Monday closures.

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Oahu Northshore Island Tour#9 Haleiwa free time Seats on request

Oahu Northshore Island Tour

You visit Pali Lookout and Byodo-In Temple before reaching Haleiwa. The 7 hours include your driving time from Waikiki. This suits you if you want town stops without a swim. You'll have 90 minutes in Haleiwa, with a Dole Plantation stop later in the day.

7 hours Windward coast and Haleiwa · by Karma Tour Hawaii
★★★★★ 4.5 (257 reviews)

7 hours 8 a.m., Tue, Thu, Sat guide and transport Waikiki pickup zones infant seats on request free cancel until 24 h

The catch: Meals cost extra. Your pickup zone arrives by message the day before.

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Which one

Which North Shore tour is right for you

For a first visit from a Waikiki hotel, book Nature and You's Waimea day with pickup. It costs from $134 per adult with breakfast and lunch. For a choice of water activities, take The Surf Bus from $167.53 per adult. You choose rental gear or lunch.

Ko Olina or a windward rental needs a different pickup plan. The Surf Bus from Ko Olina serves three named resorts. Seamus's North Shore day accepts custom pickup requests. Agree your windward address before you book; a route through the area doesn't include collection there.

Families with children aged 3 and up can take Hi Honey Farm in Waialua. You get a 100-minute visit with a beekeeping suit. Couples with a car can book Gunstock's sunset ride from $160 per person. It needs two riders and doesn't include hotel transport.

For a cruise-ship day, settle port pickup and your return deadline before booking. None of these options lists a port meeting point. Karma's Northshore Island Tour lasts 7 hours including driving. Its Waikiki pickup doesn't cover your journey from the ship.

Above the bar, without a card

  • 2 hour tandem kayak rental at our private launch area in Hale'iwa an Anahulu River tandem rental, from $49.95 per boat for up to 2; 30 reviews at 4.97; covered on the kayak list. · dates and prices ↗
  • Small Group North Shore Circle Island Tour Oahu a Waikiki circle island day, from $109 per person aged 3+; 249 reviews at 4.68; covered on the circle island list. · dates and prices ↗
  • Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour: North Shore & Local Food a circle island van tour, from $99 per adult; 523 reviews at 4.75; covered on the circle island list. · dates and prices ↗
  • Northshore ocean adventure and circle islandJeep Tour- Guaranteed to see turtles a Jeep day with kayaks, from $313.09 per person for 4 to 6 and more each for a pair; 38 reviews at 5.00; a circle island alternative. · dates and prices ↗

Good to know

Know before you go

  • Pickup Your hotel may use a nearby pickup hub. North Shore Beach Bus needs your pickup details settled 48 hours ahead. Times are HST.
  • Admission and meals Dole's visitor center is free to enter. Its train and maze need separate tickets. A shopping stop doesn't promise time for them.
  • Children and access A free infant price doesn't buy a separate seat on the bus. The Surf Bus accepts folding wheelchairs but has no lift.
  • Booking and cancellation Gunstock confirms after you book. The zipline refund deadline is 48 hours before departure; the other selected options use 24 hours. You pay on the booking page.
  • What to bring Wear closed-toe shoes for the zipline. Bring water for Gunstock. At Waimea Falls, you must wear the supplied life jacket.
  • Waimea and weather Waimea Valley has seasonal Monday closures. The path to its falls is paved. Lifeguards decide swimming access each day at 9 a.m.

Good to know

People also ask

  • Is the North Shore of Oahu worth visiting?

    Yes, if you want Haleiwa's shops or time at Waimea Valley. Nature and You's Waimea tour includes breakfast and lunch with Waikiki pickup. Gunstock Ranch's sunset ride suits you if you'd rather spend 90 minutes on horseback.

  • How far is the North Shore from Waikiki?

    Go Hawaii's estimate is a 1-hour drive from Waikiki to the North Shore. Traffic can make it longer. North Shore Beach Bus collects you from Waikiki hubs; its 8-hour tour includes the journey as well as stops.

  • Can you swim at the North Shore in winter?

    Don't plan on swimming at the North Shore's surf beaches in winter. DLNR warns of dangerous winter conditions at Shark's Cove and Waimea Bay. On The Surf Bus, choose a land activity when the sea is rough. Waimea Falls swimming depends on a separate daily lifeguard decision.

  • Do North Shore tours include Waimea Valley?

    Some do: Nature and You and North Shore Beach Bus include Waimea Valley admission. With Seamus's Hawaiian Shuttles, you pay entry separately: $26 per adult or $18 per child aged 4 to 12. The Surf Bus from Ko Olina includes admission only if you choose it instead of rental gear.

  • Where can you see turtles on the North Shore?

    Laniakea Beach is a place to see green sea turtles resting on shore. Sightings aren't guaranteed. Seamus's North Shore day searches beaches for wildlife but doesn't name Laniakea as a fixed stop. NOAA recommends you stay at least 10 feet, or 3 m, away on land and in water.