Honolulu Hiking & Camping

The owner, David, arrived promptly in his limousine and drove us to Waimea Valley and Falls. From Honolulu it was about 45 minutes to Waimea. He was well-spoken and a great storyteller. We learned much about the Wailea Falls, history, and visited the North Shore and small surf town of Haleiwa. We enjoyed lunch at a local food truck. We tried the famous shaved ice from the general store in Haleiwa. We also visited the Macademia Nut Farm/Store and enjoyed fresh Hawaiian macademia nuts! In the same parcel of land we saw a small truck selling homemade banana bread and ice cream-across the store and got to taste the local fresh Ice cream bananas! Very delicious! Lastly, we visited The Dole Plantation Store and learned about the special Hawaiian pineapples. We highly recommend a trip with David!!

This was a fantastic way to tour and learn about Oahu. Stephanie was the absolute professional and very passionately knowledgeable. She gave so many important details and made sure we were comfortable with our many stops. We filled up our pictures storage and now have great colorful memories. Starting with the hike to Diamond Head breathtaking summit, to the many beautiful views, beaches and towns from the van, it was the perfect day.

Our tour was the pinnacle of our first trip to Oahu. We hiked to the top of Diamond Head Crater, ate authentic hawaiian food and feel like we saw and experienced more in one day than the whole rest of our trip. The views were spectacular! Our guide, Jonah, was awesome! He shared so much about the island and answered all our questions with ease and knowledge. Definitely take this tour--You won't regret it!

wonderful experience and great tour guide!! Shout out to Kenny!! I would definitely recommend this to my family back in CA

Valeria was the most amazing guide! We had the most personalized experience since it was just me and my friend with Valeria! This was my first hike and there were times where my anxiety got the best of me and I had to stop for a moment. She was so patient and kind throughout those moments that I was able to start trusting myself and let go of my anxiety. I also don't have the best balance, and I struggled a bit in the beginning so she created a walking stick for me from an obliging tree branch!! That made every step so much easier!! She also used my friend's phone to capture the most spectacular pictures and videos of our adventure!! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS HIKE!!! 10 OUT OF 10!!! 🌺🫶🏻

Omg I love her she is so sweet and nice very helpful use her she helps you take pics she goes in the water with you she talks to you like an old friend

I had the most amazing private tour of Oʻahu with Elf, and I cannot recommend her enough. One of the things I loved most was that she allowed me to completely customize my day. I told her I wanted to get away from the typical tourist experience and see some of the places the locals love, and she absolutely delivered.Elf is a local and a body surfer, so she had so many wonderful stories and such a unique perspective on the island. She showed me places I never would have discovered on my own and made the entire day feel more like exploring Oʻahu with a local friend than taking a traditional tour.Her kindness really stood out to me too. I had a terrible sunburn from the day before, and Elf actually stopped at her surfers’ community spot and cut fresh aloe for me to put on my burns. It was such a simple but incredibly caring gesture, and it tells you exactly the kind of person she is.We visited a local shopping center off the beaten path and a wonderful coffee shop and artist colony in Waialua. We explored beautiful Haleʻiwa and the North Shore, and she took me to Waimea Valley to see a heiau. We then visited Puʻu O Mahuka Heiau, a very special place of worship with one of the most beautiful views. Being able to experience these places while learning about the island from someone who calls Oʻahu home made them even more meaningful.And then there was lunch! Elf took me to the food truck area in Kahuku, where we ate at Kalena’s Hut. The barbecue was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend the Hungry Man. You may not be able to finish it, but it is exceptional! We ate our lunch underneath a beautiful plumeria tree, which somehow made the whole experience even better. The pineapple pies made by his daughter were delicious, and Kalena himself was one of the friendliest people you could ever hope to meet. He was simply a joy.This is exactly what I was hoping for when I asked for a private tour. I didn’t just want to check places off a sightseeing list. I wanted to experience Oʻahu through the eyes of a local, discover places I wouldn’t necessarily find on my own, meet wonderful people, hear their stories, and come home with memories that felt personal.Elf gave me exactly that and so much more. If you want to see a different, more personal side of Oʻahu, I wholeheartedly recommend spending the day with her. It was one of those special days in Hawaii that I will remember forever.More than anything, Elf is truly a good soul and a beautiful person, inside and out. Her kindness, warmth, and genuine love for her island came through in everything she did. I feel incredibly fortunate that our paths crossed, and she will always be part of some of my favorite memories of Oʻahu. 🌺

Great tour. John was a great guide. Takes you to a lot of cool spots. The shrimp truck was great. Waimea falls was awesome but recommended hauling ass up the mountain so you have more time to swim! Would recommend this tour to anyone and think the price is extremely reasonable for the experience and transportation around Oahu.

Elf was absolutely amazing! We wanted to experience as much of Oahu as possible, so she recommended a North Shore tour that included incredible snorkeling, historic sites, delicious food trucks, and several must-see attractions. Her knowledge of the island is exceptional—not only does she know the history and the best places to visit, but she also shared fascinating insights into the local culture and the ongoing efforts to preserve Oahu's heritage.She also suggested a trolley tour of the southeast side of the island, which perfectly complemented our North Shore adventure. Together, the two tours gave us the feeling that we had truly explored the perimeter of Oahu while learning so much along the way.If you want to experience the authentic Oahu beyond the typical tourist stops, let Elf be your guide. You won't be disappointed!

Amanda was fantastic! She guided us on a couple of really fun hikes with incredible views, took us to a beautiful beach, and even brought us to a great lunch spot (not included). She truly tailors the day to you, putting together the perfect itinerary based on your survey responses. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a fun, adventurous day!

Amazing!! Travis was great and showed us some really beautiful places with minimal crowds. It was so nice to have a custom day planned just for us. Definitely a highlight of our trip and would highly recommend.

Wonderful knowledgable guide! Terri knew all kinds of interesting facts about Hawaii. Very safe and very accommodating. Loved every minute of my day!!!

Excellent tour! Beautiful and so fun! Tevan..our tour guide was funny and informative..this is the best tour around ohau !!!!!

We enjoyed our tour guide and the privacy of the tour. It was just me and my son and we took an incredibly awesome hike and took the most amazing pictures!

The waterfall was awesome! The views on the bike ride were spectacular. The road was bumpy but it was fun riding down the hill! Daniel was a fantastic guide and was very knowledgeable about Hawaiian history and ecology. Would recommend!

Had a great time on this trip with my family! They were so accommodating with my families variety of needs and comfort! We saw so many turtles and couldn’t believe how close we were! It was the trip of a lifetime which I won’t forget!