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The 15 Best Hiking & Trekking Tours on Oahu

38 tours  ·  from $40

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 hiking & trekking tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Oahu: Manoa Falls Waterfall Hike with Lunch and Transfers - Walking the 1.6-mile Manoa Falls trail
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Oahu: Manoa Falls Waterfall Hike with Lunch and Transfers

1.Manoa Falls Waterfall Hike with Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 413 reviews · 5 hours · from $119Our pick

Join guides such as Jason, Jack, or Susumo for a half-day Manoa Falls hike through bamboo, rainforest, and movie locations. Round-trip Waikiki transport, walking sticks, lunch, and a Tantalus Lookout stop are included. Expect mud, slippery ground, humidity, and plenty of local history.

“Everything was planned out well and was a fun trip up to the waterfall. Bring crappy shoes for the rain!”

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Oahu: Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation - Entering Diamond Head at 6:00 AM
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Oahu: Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation

2.Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 354 reviews · 3 hours · from $63

Start with a 5:00 to 5:10 AM Waikiki pickup, ride to Diamond Head, and hike independently to the summit for sunrise views. Blue Wave Tour provides transport, entry, and gratuities. Drivers such as Julie, Kin, and Jun have earned praise, but English guidance may be limited.

“We had a great driver Julie, we absolutely loved her energy! The view was beautiful and the hike was very rewarding! Would highly recommend”

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Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore - Macadamia nuts and a taste of local roadside Oahu
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Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore

3.Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 319 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $110Top rated

Start before sunrise with the Diamond Head trail, then ride a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle around Oahu’s east and north coasts. You’ll stop at Halona Blowhole, Kualoa, Kahuku food trucks, Sunset Beach, Haleiwa, and Dole Plantation. Guides such as Stephanie, Jonah, John, and Allen add local stories along the way.

“I highly recommend this tour. Stephanie was on time, kept to a schedule, was very professional and full of information. Her kindness is something I will always remember. We had a mixed group of ages so at first, I thought it was going to be tricky, but she managed well and didn’t rush anybody. She made sure everyone got to see everything in a timely manner. She was full of energy and during downtime traveling from one place to another other she had some interesting stories about Hawaii for us. The van was very clean, comfortable and air-conditioned. Overall, I highly recommend this tour because you get to see a…”

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Self Guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall - Walking the Manoa Falls trail
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Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

4.Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Trade Waikiki’s hotels for Manoa Valley’s rainforest on a roughly three-hour guided hike to 150-foot Manoa Falls. Guides such as Robert, Arlaine, and Hema add plant lore and local stories, while hotel pickup and a Honolulu lookout make this a handy half-day outing.

“Robert, our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, and thoughtful. He prepared ponchos, walking sticks, water, and (most importantly) bug spray! The hike was not too difficult, I found it harder coming down than going up. You are hiking through the rainforest area so there is a large chance of muddy trails and puddles, so wear proper shoes and ones you are not precious with.”

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Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike - Entering the Manoa rainforest
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Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

5.Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Take a shuttle from selected Waikiki hotels to Manoa Falls, then follow a self-guided rainforest trail through eucalyptus groves, streams, rocks, and mud. You get water, bug spray, directions, and a walking stick. Drivers such as Matthew, Steve, and Orlando add local stories on the ride.

“Matthew was a great guide. We were provided with a walking stick, water, and bug spray. We needed all of it. This is a steep inclined trail with wet rocks and loose pebbles. The waterfall was worth it though.”

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Diamond Head Hike Shuttle with Reservation Tickets Included - Entering Diamond Head State Monument
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Diamond Head Hike Shuttle with Reservation Tickets Included

6.Diamond Head Hike Shuttle with Reservation Tickets Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Best value

Ride from Waikiki to Diamond Head with entry reservations included, then hike independently to the summit. Expect a 25 to 40 minute uphill walk, stairs, uneven ground, and a narrow tunnel before wide views of Waikiki and Honolulu. Drivers such as Matthew add local context.

“The hike was very enjoyable but the vendor didn't take into account that an MLK parade that was scheduled well in advance disrupted traffic and left us waiting to be picked up for over an hour. There was no effort on the part of the vendor to communicate this to us.”

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Oahu: Diamond Head Crater Hike and North Shore Experience - Diamond Head: a short hike with a serious view
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Oahu: Diamond Head Crater Hike and North Shore Experience

7.Diamond Head Crater Hike and North Shore Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 189 reviews · 10 hours · from $125

Spend 10 hours crossing Oahu with an English-speaking local driver. Hike Diamond Head, stop at Halona Blowhole, sample macadamia nuts, choose lunch at Kahuku Sugar Mill, visit North Shore beaches, and finish with Dole Whip at Dole Plantation.

“So I‘m from Switzerland and always think it‘s funny when they say we are doing a hike - to me it was really a walk. :) But it was soooo worth it to see the sunrise from up there! You will see all the shore-highlights on that day too.. She gave us a couple of minutes everywhere so we could take pictures. You will see really a lot in just one day. It was fun and I would do it again. Mahalo.”

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Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & Healthy Lunch - Reaching the base of Manoa Falls
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Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & Healthy Lunch

8.Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & Healthy Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 185 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $107

Join guides such as Jason, Jak, Mei, or George for a half-day Manoa Valley hike from Waikiki. Expect a lush, sometimes muddy trail, plant and island stories, walking sticks when needed, a 150-foot waterfall, and a sandwich lunch at Tantalus Lookout.

“Great and fun experience First time ever flying with helicopter Me and my wife absolutely loved it We enjoyed the island view from the sky , beautiful scenery. Recommend it to everyone. Thank you Magnum Helicopters 👍✌️👏.”

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Diamond Head Bike to Hike and Local Lunch - Makalei Beach and the road beneath Diamond Head
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Diamond Head Bike to Hike and Local Lunch

9.Diamond Head Bike to Hike and Local Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $159

Start at Kuhio Beach with guide Kelly, then ride a 7-speed bike past Kapiolani Park, Makalei Beach, Shangri-La, and Diamond Head Lighthouse. Hike into the crater, enjoy a local lunch, and return to Waikiki. Expect 9 to 12 miles of riding, hills, stairs, and a small group of up to 10.

“Kelly our guide was phenomenal; personable, easy going, informative, patient and fun! We had a large group of 8 with a younger rider and he took such great care of him. This was an amazing experience and perfect way to learn more about the island. Would highly recommend!”

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Electric Bike Ride & Diamond Head Hike Tour - Waikiki parks, beach views, and local history
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Electric Bike Ride & Diamond Head Hike Tour

10.Electric Bike Ride & Diamond Head Hike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Ride an easy-to-use e-bike from Waikiki to Diamond Head with guides such as Ryan or Dave, stopping at beaches, historic homes, and local viewpoints. Then hike the crater trail for wide ocean views. Helmets, communication systems, photos, and the Diamond Head ticket are included.

“The Private eBike Diamond Head Ride and Hike was a terrific way to check the box on one of the 'must do' Oahu activities for a first time visitor. Our host and guide Ryan did a wonderful job leading us to the Diamond Head trail with stops in between at viewpoints or local points of interest. He acted as chief photographer for the entire tour so we could have a photo record of day with both of us in the photos rather than just one of us. Ryan even hiked with us all the way to the top of Diamond Head to take photos. On the bike ride on the…”

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Diamond Head Hiking Tour with Ticket and Reservation Inclusion - The 1.5-mile trail: stairs, rock, and a short tunnel
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Diamond Head Hiking Tour with Ticket and Reservation Inclusion

11.Diamond Head Hiking Tour with Ticket and Reservation Inclusion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50

Start around 5:30 a.m. with hotel pickup, then hike Diamond Head’s 1.5-mile trail before the heat. Your entry reservation is arranged, and drivers such as Jonah, John, and Stephanie provide local context, water, and flashlights. You get roughly two hours at the monument before returning.

“Diamond Head is a great experience and everyone can participate - kids to seniors. Stephanie our driver picked us up at our hotels and along the way give us a little background about Diamond Head. She left us and picked us up 2 hours later. The hike is moderate, and I recommend bringing water. It helps to do the hike early in the morning, to avoid the heat. The park opens at 6 AM and is usually busy all day. I recommend this company for their friendliness and professionalism.”

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Electric Bike Ride & Manoa Falls Hike Tour - The Manoa Falls hike, about 90 minutes on foot
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Electric Bike Ride & Manoa Falls Hike Tour

12.Electric Bike Ride & Manoa Falls Hike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $199

Ride a powerful e-bike from central Waikiki to Manoa Falls with guides such as Ryan, Dave, or Emily. After a safety lesson, hike about 90 minutes through tropical forest, then return through the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Expect city traffic, a rocky trail, and a maximum group of six.

“Wonderful experience doing this tour. Would highly recommend. The ease of the electric bike was awesome!”

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Oahu Volcanic Rainforest Hiking Adventure - Ancient rock walls and Hawaiian cultural context
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Oahu Volcanic Rainforest Hiking Adventure

13.Oahu Volcanic Rainforest Hiking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $92

Join Bike Hawaii for a guided rainforest hike from Waikiki into the Ko’olau foothills. Expect muddy trails, streams, birds, ancient rock walls, and a waterfall that changes with rainfall. Guides such as Terii, Terry, Rodolfo, and Matias add strong local knowledge, while water, snacks, poncho, and bug spray are provided.

“Great experience. Our tour guide was on time and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the hike along with the scenic views.”

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Downhill Bike and Ko'olau Waterfall Hike Tour - Hotel pickup and the ride into the hills
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Downhill Bike and Ko’olau Waterfall Hike Tour

14.Downhill Bike and Ko’olau Waterfall Hike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $196

Bike five miles downhill through the Puʻu ʻOhia rainforest, then add a 1.5-hour guided hike to Koʻolau Waterfall. Your guide explains Oahu’s plants, geology, and history while providing a helmet, rain gear, hotel pickup, and hiking gear when selected.

“The hike was interesting and the guide was great. Bit muddy, take the rubber boots when offered. The ride is easy and amazing views.”

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Oahu: Diamond Head Sunrise Hike with Acai Bowl and Malasada - Reaching the 6:00 a.m. Diamond Head Gate
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Oahu: Diamond Head Sunrise Hike with Acai Bowl and Malasada

15.Diamond Head Sunrise Hike with Acai Bowl and Malasada

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 44 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

Start before dawn with hotel pickup, a roughly 30-minute climb up Diamond Head, and 360-degree views over Waikiki at sunrise. Then enjoy a mini acai bowl at Bogart’s Cafe and a malasada near the crater. Drivers speak English or Japanese, but no dedicated tour guide is included.

“The hike was incredible! My husband and I did this as part of our 20-year wedding anniversary trip. The views and sunrise were stunningThe Malasadas and açaí bowls - absolutely delicious! Our driver was great and everyone was so nice. I definitely recommend!”

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★ 5.0PRIVATE TOUR-Hike Diamond Head & Hawaiian WaterfallFrom $1075 reviews
★ 3.5Diamond Head Hike [Starts at 7:00 a.m.]From $593 reviews
★ 4.0Diamond Head Hiking Experience with Roundtrip TransportationFrom $636 reviews
★ 3.2Self Guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & WaterfallFrom $823 reviews
★ 4.4Mokoliʻi Kayak Rental and Self-Guided HikeFrom $825 reviews
★ 4.5Manoa Falls eBike to HikeFrom $1693 reviews
★ 5.0Honolulu E-Bike Ride and Diamond Head HikeFrom $1898 reviews
★ 3.2Diamond Head Hike with TransfersFrom $7513 reviews
★ 4.9Hidden Hawaii Waterfall Hike and Beach TourFrom $14023 reviews

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