Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail and Shuttle Service
Overview
Choose Kaimana Tours for a truly personalized and hassle-free Oahu experience. Unlike other providers, we combine convenient round-trip shuttle service from Waikiki, insider knowledge of the best viewpoints, and expert guidance to help you make the most of your hike and sightseeing.
We go beyond just transportation—our tours are designed to maximize your experience with carefully selected stops, including the Makapu‘u Lighthouse, windward coast, offshore islets, and Halona Blowhole, along with tips for wildlife spotting and photography that many visitors miss.
With Kaimana Tours, you also get friendly, attentive service, clear instructions, and local expertise, ensuring your adventure is safe, comfortable, and unforgettable.
We focus on helping travelers truly connect with Hawaii’s natural beauty, history, and culture, making your experience more than just a hike—it’s a complete Oahu adventure.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
If you are not staying in Waikiki, a free parking lot is available at 2805 Monsarrat Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815. Please park there and walk to the Queen Kapiolani Hotel for shuttle pick-up. Be on time, as the shuttle will not wait for late arrivals.After booking, please contact Kaimana Tours to confirm your pick-up location and time. International travelers without a U.S. mobile number should provide their hotel room number. We will try to reach you 24 hours before your tour; if we cannot contact you, the shuttle may not be able to operate.Please wait outside of the hotel your pick-up was assigned to. The driver has multiple stops, so you may not be the first or last pick-up of the day. Allow a 5–10 minute window for arrival, and if the driver hasn’t arrived by then, please give us a call.After booking, please contact Kaimana Tours to confirm your pick-up location and time. International travelers without a U.S. mobile number should provide their hotel room number. We will try to reach you 24 hours before your tour; if we cannot contact you, the shuttle may not be able to operate.Please wait outside of the hotel your pick-up was assigned to. The driver has multiple stops, so you may not be the first or last pick-up of the day. Allow a 5–10 minute window for arrival, and if the driver hasn’t arrived by then, please give us a call.
What To Expect
Start your adventure with round-trip shuttle service from Waikiki, enjoying scenic views along Oahu’s southeastern coastline. Stop at the Halona Blowhole to capture dramatic waves spraying against the rocks. Continue to the Makapu‘u Lighthouse Trail, a self-guided 2.5-mile hike along paved paths with moderate elevation, offering panoramic vistas of Koko Head, Rabbit Island, and the Pacific Ocean.
On clear days, spot Moloka‘i and Lana‘i islands, and from November through April, watch for humpback whales breaching, spouting, and playing in their natural habitat, one of Hawaii’s best whale-watching spots. Pause along lookout points to take photos, observe seabirds, and enjoy the ocean breeze.
Snap photos of the historic lighthouse and surrounding coastline, take in the sweeping views, and stay refreshed with provided bottled water. This tour combines hiking, sightseeing, wildlife spotting, and photography, creating a full and unforgettable Oahu experience for adventurers of all ages.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for children under 3 and people with disabilities
- We do not recommend this hike for ages older than 65
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Drivers and Receptionist MAY speak Portuguese as well.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail and Shuttle Service?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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.
- Bottled water.
- National Park fees.
- Gratuities.
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 2025There 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 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail and Shuttle Service is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for children under 3 and people with disabilities
- We do not recommend this hike for ages older than 65
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail and Shuttle Service 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 2024Once 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 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for children under 3 and people with disabilities
- We do not recommend this hike for ages older than 65
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Drivers and Receptionist MAY speak Portuguese as well.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
