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Oahu Uncovered: Full Island Tour with a Local Guide

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Overview

This Full Circle Island Tour is designed to give visitors a full spectrum experience of all Oahu has to offer. Traversing the island, you’ll ride in style and be entertained throughout the day by your lively guide. Oahu’s diverse landscapes are some of the most breathtaking in the island chain, with endless points of interest to explore.

What's Included

  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Local guide
  • Lunch While our guides certainly have their favorites ... we prefer not to include lunch in the price of our tours, so that you can decide to eat whatever you're craving on the day of your tour!
  • Gratuities
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Minimum group size is 4 passengers, the tours may be subject to cancellation if the minimum required number of passengers is not met.PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS We'll send you your Tour Guide's name and mobile number at least 2 hours before your scheduled pick-up time (if they haven't already communicated with you) by SMS text message and/or email.Please contact your Tour Guide's mobile number directly. If you reply to the message where we provide their contact information, it will not go to your Tour Guide.If you cannot contact and/or locate your Tour Guide, please call our office.WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING We recommend wearing and/or bringing comfortable shoes, casual attire, sunscreen, and a light jacket (in case it rains). Make sure to bring your camera, as well!WHAT WE WILL BRING FOR YOU Water/Beverages, Snacks, and a few other goodies!

What To Expect

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Diamond Head State Monument

Overlook Waikiki and East side of Oahu
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Waimea (pass by)

Waimea Bay is located in Haleiwa on the North Shore of O'ahu in the Hawaiian Islands at the mouth of the Waimea River. Waimea Valley extends behind Waimea Bay. Waimea means "reddish water" in Hawaiian.
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North Shore

North Shore is a large stretch of sand and beach. The name North Shore is spoken in the same sentence as surfing. To get there? Drive thru Wahiawa. Once over the quaint bridge you enter a different Oahu. The scattering pineapple fields, coffee orchards, red volcanic dirt and as you drive on to take in the sky as it opens up into the Pacific Ocean. The ocean awaits you with the suggestion of sea mist from pounding waves.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Nu’uanu Pali

The Pali Lookout is a site of deep historical significance. Named “Pali” meaning "cliff" in Hawaiian, the Pali Lookout is the site of the Battle of Nuuanu, where in 1795 King Kamehameha I won the struggle that finally united Oahu under his rule. This fierce battle claimed hundreds of soldiers’ lives, many of which were forced off of the Pali’s sheer cliffs.Note that the Pali Lookout is also known for its strong and howling winds. You’ll understand why the Nuuanu Pali Lookout is one of Oahu’s best scenic points when you feel the wind push up against you, hear the winds whistle through the mountains and see the breathtaking views of Oahu’s lush Windward Coast.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mokoli’i Island

Mokoliʻi Island
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Shark's Cove

Shark's Cove is a lava-rock beach on the North Shore of Oahu and is part of Pupukea Beach Park. It is unique not only because of its spectacular underwater rock formations, but also because of its diverse marine life. Tropical colorful fish and sea turtles are the cove's constant inhabitants.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)

Tropical Farms Macadamia Nuts is set in the shadow of the mountains of the Koolau Range and is a stop on many circle-island tours. It’s a great place to enjoy a Hawaiian treat and shop for gifts and souvenirs.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ehukai Beach Park

Ehukai Beach Park (view panorama) on Oahu's North Shore is a daredevil's dream, with waves reaching heights of over 30 feet (9 m) during the winter months (November to February).It's no wonder the beach is one of the most famous surf spots in the world - and as you might expect, also one of the most dangerous.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Aloha General Store

Aloha! Downtown General Store specializes in hand-screened t-shirts and flour sack towels designed by our own in-house artists, hand-sewn ornaments, and more
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Laie Point State Wayside Park

Lāʻie Point State Wayside consists of two separate parcels on either side of a dead-end residential street, with no facilities and extremely limited parking. Please respect the neighbors by enjoying this small scenic lookout without blocking driveways or other vehicles. The adjacent undeveloped point is privately owned, please respect.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oahu Uncovered: Full Island Tour with a Local Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).This tour 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 tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Oahu Uncovered: Full Island Tour with a Local Guide?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
  • This tour 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?
A:
The following is included:
  • Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
  • Bottled water.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. While our guides certainly have their favorites ... we prefer not to include lunch in the price of our tours, so that you can decide to eat whatever you're craving on the day of your tour!.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

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

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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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.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Oahu Uncovered: Full Island Tour with a Local Guide is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Oahu Uncovered: Full Island Tour with a Local Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Local guide
  • LunchWhile our guides certainly have their favorites ... we prefer not to include lunch in the price of our tours, so that you can decide to eat whatever you're craving on the day of your tour!
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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