The verdict
Our pick
Diamond Head Honolulu: 1.6-Mile Hike & Crater Views★ 4.78 (1,010) · 3h
Best value
Makapu'u Lighthouse Trail & Waikiki Shuttle with Whale Watching★ 4.63 (109) · 4h
Top rated
Diamond Head Sunrise Hike: Summit Tour with Trolley Return★ 4.84 (19) · 3h
All 12 options, side by side
✓ 2026-09-29Real price per person across the 12 options: US$ 10.64–US$ 292 (median US$ 53). With 100+ reviews: 5 of 12.
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2 to 5 hours (4)
Honolulu: Manoa Falls Hike & Waikiki ShuttleYou get picked up from your Waikiki hotel, driven to the trailhead, and walk a self-guided 2-mile rainforest trail to a 150-foot waterfall at your own pace. Water, bug spray, and walking sticks are provided. The shuttle returns you to your hotel at a set time, so you skip parking, directions, and the logistics of getting back.Is it for me?Book this if you want a rainforest hike to a real waterfall without renting a car or navigating Oahu's roads—the shuttle handles the logistics so you just show up and walk.
Honolulu: Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & LunchYou hike 1.6 miles through a lush rainforest to a 150-foot waterfall, with your guide explaining the native plants and birds along the way. After the waterfall, you eat lunch at Tantalus Lookout while looking out over Honolulu and the ocean. Round-trip pickup from your Waikiki hotel is included, and you're back by early afternoon.Is it for me?A good fit if you want a real rainforest hike without spending the day arranging transport and figuring out where to eat after — the pickup, lunch, and guide handling the trail details means you just show up at your hotel. The 1.6 miles is moderate, so it works for most fitness levels, though it's not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns.
Diamond Head Honolulu: Crater Hike with Entry & Sunrise ViewsYou hike 1.5 miles up Diamond Head crater in the early morning, with entry and reservation handled in advance so you don't have to book separately. Water and flashlights are provided, and the trail takes roughly 90 minutes round trip. You're back down by mid-morning with the best views of Honolulu and the ocean behind you, leaving your afternoon completely free.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to tick off Oahu's most famous hike without handling the reservation system or worrying about entry — the early start and moderate pace mean you're done before the day gets hot, leaving you free for whatever comes next.
Hanauma Bay Ridge Hike: Private Guided Tour with Local ExpertA private guided hike along Hanauma Bay's ridge in Honolulu with a knowledgeable local guide, bottled water and snacks included. Groups stay at 10 people or fewer. The paved moderate-level trail takes 3 to 4 hours and is accessible to most fitness levels; children from age 6 are welcome, and pickup is arranged for you.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a guided walk with a local who knows the bay's history and ecology, rather than exploring on your own or joining a larger group.
Half day and longer (5)
Honolulu: Downhill Bike & Waterfall Hike with Hotel PickupYou hike less than a mile to a hidden 35-foot waterfall with ridge views, then ride a van up 2,000 feet into the forest reserve. After that, you coast five miles downhill on easy cruiser bikes through rainforest on a paved road, with a guide explaining the plants and geology along the way. Lunch, all gear, and hotel pickup are included; the whole experience takes four to five hours.Is it for me?Good for families and mixed fitness levels who want to see two sides of Oahu — rainforest and ridge views — without arranging their own transport or figuring out the trailhead. The guide and all equipment mean you show up ready to move.
Oahu: Bike, Hike & Snorkel Combo with Diamond Head SailYou hike through a rainforest most Honolulu visitors skip, sail and snorkel off Diamond Head on a small catamaran, then coast downhill through tropical forest on a bike. The guide handles all the logistics and equipment—you just show up and move through four different parts of Oahu in one day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see multiple sides of Oahu in one day without renting a car or coordinating separate tours—the guide and small-group format handle the transitions and logistics, which is what makes four different activities fit into one afternoon.
Diamond Head and Makapuu Lighthouse hike: Self-guided Oahu trailsA self-guided hiking tour in Honolulu combining Diamond Head and Makapuu Lighthouse Trail with round-trip shuttle service from Waikiki. You hike at your own pace along paved paths and switchbacks, stopping at Halona Blowhole for photos, with park entry fees, a Diamond Head map and water included. Live guides in English and Portuguese are available; children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you want to hike two summits at your own pace with a shuttle connecting them—you'll move between Diamond Head and Makapuu on your schedule rather than following a guide's itinerary.
Honolulu: Diamond Head Hike & Oahu Circle Island TourYou hike Diamond Head at the start of the day, then spend the next ten hours circling Oahu's coast with stops at coffee farms, Dole Plantation, the North Shore surf towns, Kahuku food trucks for lunch, Tropical Farms, and Byodo-In Temple. The guide is local, the group stays small, and entry fees plus lunch are already paid for—you just show up at your hotel in the morning.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the main Oahu landmarks in one day without arranging your own transport, entry fees, or timing—the small-group format and fixed itinerary handle all of that, leaving you free to hike, eat, and look around.
Honolulu: Diamond Head & Manoa Falls Hike with Audio GuideYou get picked up at your Waikiki hotel, hike Diamond Head crater with an included audio guide and views across the island, rest and eat at a local spot, then hike through bamboo forest to Manoa Falls waterfall. The guide handles timing and drives you between stops in an air-conditioned vehicle, so you focus on the walking and the views. Plan for a full morning — the two hikes total about 150 minutes of actual hiking time, plus travel and breaks.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to hike two of Oahu's most popular spots without arranging transport or timing yourself — the guide handles the vehicle and the route, which lets you focus on the walking and the views. Both hikes are self-paced and suitable for all fitness levels, though expect a full morning of activity and some steep sections on Diamond Head.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 11 of the 12 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Diamond Head Honolulu: 1.6-Mile Hike & Crater Views is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.78 out of 5 across 1,010 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
