The 4 Best Waimea Valley Tours on Oahu

1.Tour of North Shore & Waimea Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,682 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154Our pick

Ride a small bus from Waikiki around Oahu’s east and North Shore, stopping at Halona Blowhole, Mokoli’i, Kahuku, Waimea Valley, Dole Plantation, and Nu’uanu Pali. You’ll hike to a waterfall, sample local treats, and hear island stories from guides such as Ian, Tim, Rocky, and Kanamu.

“Really the only thing that , I would consider a downside was the traffic. Other than that, it was very enjoyable. Our guide RJ was very professional, friendly with a healthy dose of humor!”

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2.All Inclusive Ultimate Circle Island Tour, Waimea Falls & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,067 reviews · from $156

Spend a full day circling Oahu from Honolulu with guides such as Hailey, stopping at coastal lookouts, Byodo-in Temple, a North Shore shrimp farm, Waimea Falls, Haleiwa, and Dole Plantation. Transport, entry fees, lunch, and vegetarian options are included.

“Hailey was a great guide. Very educational. Chen did an awesome job driving and making a bus ride enjoyable. Sites were amazing even though the first part of the day was rain soaked.”

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3.Byodo In Temple, Waimea Botanical Garden-Waterfall: Includes Fees

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $164

Spend about 8.5 hours circling Oahu in a small group of up to 25, with hotel pickup from Waikiki. Captain Vince or Justin guides you through Byodo-In Temple, Waimea Valley, North Shore food stops, scenic lookouts, and Honolulu history. Temple and Waimea admission are included.

“Justin was our tour guide in Honolulu. He was so knowledgeable and friendly. He took time to explain and share the history and the culture. We had an amazing time and would definitely book another tour with Viator especially with Justin. The booking process was easy. The day before our tour, we received clear directions to get to meeting point and Justin kept in touch with us to confirm meeting time as we were arriving by cruise ship.”

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4.Byodo Temple and Waimea Botanical Garden Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $164

Join Captain Vince or guides such as Justin for an eight-hour small-group tour around Oahu. Visit Byodo-In Temple, Waimea Valley, Diamond Head, the North Shore, Dole Plantation, and more, with Waikiki hotel pickup and a maximum of 14 people.

“Justin was our tour guide. This experience is the perfect first day excursion. The trip around the island checked off a lot of our must-see boxes. Justin was very knowledgeable and gave us great ideas for the rest of our stay. We really enjoyed getting to know Justin and the island. Highly recommend!”

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