Tour Title | Natural Highlights of Oahu Adventure |
Tour Description Photos of this tour |
The first location visited on this excursion is Diamond Head. Inside the ancient crater your guide will explain the origins and history of this world famous landmark, the ”Gibraltar of the Pacific”. Our exploration of Oahu continues by visiting Hanauma Bay along the island’s stunning southeast volcanic coastline. In this beautiful underwater park, the guide will inform guests about the origins and history of the bay. Our next stop is the famous blowhole at Halona Point where sea water is pushed up through a volcanic vent to erupt into a large fountain. From January to May we are likely to see the giant Humpback Whales that frequent these waters. Next, we drive along the spectacular windward coast of Oahu while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of off-shore islands. At Makapu’u Point, we stop at the lookout for a brief photographic opportunity. We can usually see several native seabirds from this location. After leaving this vantage point, the guide will inform guests about the fascinating evolution that has occurred in Hawaii and the human impact on the environment. Our next stop is Ulupou Heiau, an ancient Hawaiian war temple. At this archaeological site, your guide will show you some of the most important food plants of the early Hawaiians and explain how they were used. At the world renowned Pali Lookout, described by Mark Twain as one of the most beautiful views on Earth, you will see the turquoise waters of Kaneohe Bay, the island of Chinaman's Hat, and the jagged, 2000 foot vertical cliffs of the majestic Ko’olau volcano. |
Length of Tour | 4 hours |
Trail length: | not applicable to this adventure |
Actual walking time: | 0.5 hour (combined walking time including all stops) |
Trail rating/Difficulty: | Easy |
Restrictions: | none |
Tour start time | Tour start time will be scheduled to fit your clients’ itinerary, taking into consideration the opening hours of the following visited attraction(s): * Hanauma Bay is closed on Tuesdays! |
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Visited Location | Open | |||
Hanauma Bay | Daily | 6:00am | 6:00pm | |
but Tuesday | Closed! |
Tour Timetable / Stops | Begin | Activity | Restroom | |
0:00 | Depart from pick-up location | |||
0:20 | Arrive at Diamond Head Crater | yes | ||
0:40 | Depart Diamond Head Crater | |||
1:00 | Arrive at Hanauma Bay | yes | ||
1:20 | Depart Hanauma Bay | |||
1:25 | Arrive at Halona Blowhole | |||
1:40 | Depart Halona Blowhole | |||
1:50 | Arrive at Makapuu Lookout | |||
2:00 | Depart Makapuu Lookout | |||
2:20 | Arrive at Ulupo Heiau | |||
2:40 | Depart Ulupo Heiau | |||
3:00 | Arrive at Pali Lookout | yes | ||
3:20 | Depart Pali Lookout | |||
4:00 | Arrive back to drop-off location |
Oahu Nature Tours provides per person: | |
Admission fee(s): | ONT pays the admission fee to all visited locations |
Beverage: | 1 bottle of spring water |
Lunch: | Optional, for an added cost |
Other: | -- |
Additional Items To Bring/Wear By Guests: |
none |
Minimum Capacity: | 25 |
Maximum Capacity: | 100 |
Cancellation Policy: | A minimum 48-hour advanced notice required for full refund. |
Vehicle Information (If Transportation is Requested) | |||||
Type of Vehicle used: | Bus Capacity | Restroom on Bus | Wheelchair Access | A/C | P/A |
Motorcoach | 53 | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Minicoach: | 25 | none | No | Yes | Yes |
Insurance Information: | Copy of Insurance Certificate can be sent to your address |
Payment terms: | Invoice Net 30 Days |
Contacts: | Michael Walther |
Phone: | 924-2473 |
Fax: | 924-5395 |
e-mail: | natureguide@oahunaturetours.com |