Oahu North Shore Experience: Waimea Waterfall & Beach Time

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Pristine beaches
Bike ride and explore north shore beaches on your own!
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Snorkel the pristine waters of the North Shore!

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Overview

Experience Oʻahu’s famous North Shore with stops at Waimea Valley, Haleiwa Town, and legendary surf beaches like Banzai Pipeline and Sunset Beach. Enjoy more time off the bus than any other tour and the freedom to explore, swim, snorkel, or relax your way.

Activities are optional on the day of the tour, once you see ocean conditions and available options. All activity rental gear is included, so there’s nothing extra to plan or stress about.

Visit Waimea Valley, have the chance to see Hawaiian green sea turtles.
Enjoy historic Hale‘iwa Town, where you’ll have time for lunch, have Matsumoto Shave-ice and shop local.

Freedom to explore. Flexibility to choose. More time off the bus.
That’s the Surf Bus difference.

What's Included

  • Lunch Instead of Rental Gear
  • Admission to Waimea Falls Park (USD$25 value per person)
  • Cooler with Ice to keep your drinks chilled

    Meeting and Pickup

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    If you're booking within 12 hours of departure, TEXT to confirm your booking.Aulani Disney Resort and Marriott's Ko Olina Resort have pick ups only MONDAYS and THURSDAYS.

    What To Expect

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    Oahu's Windward Coast (pass by)

    Drive along Oahu’s Windward side, sightseeing the majestic Koolau Mountains and the beautiful coastline.
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    Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

    Stop for free coffee and macadamia nut tasting.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    North Shore

    Choose to spend your time between swimming on the crystal clear waters of Waimea Bay, snorkeling at Shark's Cove, bike riding along the "tree tunnel bike path" or strolling through the biggest collection of Polynesian plants at Waimea Valley and swimming at the Falls.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Sunset Beach Park (pass by)

    Beautiful Sunset Beach ! During winter, watch the best surfers in the world and during the summer, it is a pristine water park!
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    Banzai Pipeline

    Stop only during Surf Season - Watch professional surfers tackle the infamous Pipeline wave! ( winter only )
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Waimea Botanical Gardens, Oahu

    Spend time at the botanical garden which houses the most extensive collection of Polynesian plants anywhere! And if conditions are permitted, swim under a beautiful waterfall
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Waimea Bay (pass by)

    The most beautiful beach on Oahu! Travelers can swim during summer months!
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    Shark's Cove

    Snorkel at Shark's Cove , one of the three marine sanctuaries in Oahu!
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Haleiwa

    Historic Haleiwa Town is an old plantation style town where you will find lots of art galleries and quaint shops, as well as the famous shave ice stands. You can also spend your time here kayaking and stand up paddling.Kayaking or Stand up paddle boarding on the Anahulu river and Haleiwa bay.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Dole Plantation (pass by)

    Drive by the Pineapple Dole Plantation!
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Buses do not have a wheelchair lift, but we can take foldable wheelchairs.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oahu North Shore Experience: Waimea Waterfall & Beach Time?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-72437P1

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    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oahu North Shore Experience: Waimea Waterfall & Beach Time?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
    • This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Lunch. Instead of Rental Gear.
    • Admission to Waimea Falls Park (USD$25 value per person).
    • Cooler with Ice to keep your drinks chilled.
    • Choice of Use of snorkel gear, bicycles, kayaks or stand-up paddle board (USD$36 value per person).
    • New 25 pax Mini Bus.
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only).
    • Best of Hawaii Tour Guides.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    Q: What is the minimum age for this activity?
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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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    Apr 2025
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    Accessibility information for the Oahu North Shore Experience: Waimea Waterfall & Beach Time is as follows:

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Oahu North Shore Experience: Waimea Waterfall & Beach Time will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    What's Included

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    • LunchInstead of Rental Gear
    • Admission to Waimea Falls Park (USD$25 value per person)
    • Cooler with Ice to keep your drinks chilled
    • Choice of Use of snorkel gear, bicycles, kayaks or stand-up paddle board (USD$36 value per person)
    • New 25 pax Mini Bus
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
    • Best of Hawaii Tour Guides

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Buses do not have a wheelchair lift, but we can take foldable wheelchairs.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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