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15 Best Hiking & Trekking On Oahu

Oahu’s best days out.

The 15 most popular hiking & trekking on Oahu. What each one is really like on the day, what it costs and who runs it.

15 Best Hiking & Trekking On Oahu

Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore - Halona Blowhole, Makapu‘u Point, and Sandy Beach: Big Views With Quick Stops
Diamond Head Tours, Hiking & Trekking, North Shore Tours, Oahu, Tour Reviews

Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore

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

Sunrise Diamond Head hike plus Halona Blowhole, North Shore beaches, Giovanni-style shrimp, and Dole Whip, all from Waikiki.

★ 5.0

“DO IT…., this was an amazing day and a big thank you to Alan. Your friendly, knowledgeable and accomodating approach made our day even better. The scenery and experiences from the Diamond Head walk which was exceptional got better and better. We will remember this day for a very long time and share our experiences…”

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Self Guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall - Waikiki Pickup and the Scenic Drive That Sets the Tone
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Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

3.Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

Guided hike through Oahu’s Manoa rainforest to Manoa Falls, plus a Honolulu lookout stop at Pu’u ‘Ualaka’a State Park.

★ 4.5

“Robert was our tour guide. He was great at guiding us up and down the hike to the waterfall and back. He really went the extra mile. It was really nice to have a tour guide on this hike”

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Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike - Pickup and shuttle logistics: less stress than driving yourself
Guided, Hiking & Trekking, Honolulu, Self-Guided Tours, Tour Reviews, Waterfall Hikes

Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

4.Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

Shuttle from Waikiki plus a self-guided Manoa Falls rainforest hike with water, bug spray, and a walking stick for a scenic 150-foot payoff.

★ 4.5

“The hike is very steep, rocky, and may be muddy. Lots of people will be hiking with you, as it's a popular hike. The tour driver was great! He had lots of knowledge about movies along the trail, and also restaurants suggestions for later in the day.”

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Diamond Head Hike Shuttle with Reservation Tickets Included - How the shuttle ride actually feels (and what you’ll see)
Diamond Head Tours, Hiking & Trekking, Honolulu, Tickets, Tour Reviews

Diamond Head Hike Shuttle with Reservation Tickets Included

5.Diamond Head Hike Shuttle with Reservation Tickets Included

Waikiki hotel shuttle plus Diamond Head reservation tickets for a self-guided hike. Expect AC, easy logistics, and big summit views.

★ 5.0

“Quick ride from Waikiki hotels. After being dropped off we were able to hike to the summit, taking plenty of photos along the way and at the top. Then, came back down, again taking photos. At the bottom, ate lunch and the shuttle arrived to take us back. This is a fantastic experience. The crater…”

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Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & Healthy Lunch - On-trail rainforest time: bamboo, ferns, and plant spotting with a guide
Hiking & Trekking, Honolulu, Lunch Experiences, Tour Reviews, Waterfall Hikes

Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & Healthy Lunch

7.Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & Healthy Lunch

Guided hike to 150-foot Manoa Falls plus Tantalus Lookout and a healthy Andy’s Sandwiches lunch, with Waikiki pickup.

★ 4.5

“Terrific guide, Jackson. We enjoyed the beautiful hike to Monoa Falls and were treated to incredible views of the area from the top of an awesome hilltop. The lunch and lunch stop were both fantastic!”

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Diamond Head Bike to Hike and Local Lunch - Makalei Beach Park: green sand, quick photos, real geology
Cycling Tours, Diamond Head Tours, Hiking & Trekking, Lunch Experiences, Oahu, Tour Reviews

Diamond Head Bike to Hike and Local Lunch

8.Diamond Head Bike to Hike and Local Lunch

Ride and hike Diamond Head from Waikiki with a local guide, green-sand beach stops, included lunch, and photo set. Small groups.

★ 5.0

“Our guide Kelly was personable informative about the area. He was also health conscious, making sure we were hydrated and comfortable while riding and hiking.”

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Oahu: Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation - Waikiki hotel pickup: direct and built for simplicity
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Oahu: Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation

9.Oahu: Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation

Oahu Diamond Head sunrise hike from Waikiki with roundtrip transport. Self-guided climb, summit photos, and no parking stress.

★ 4.3

“The transportation was early but it ensured that we arrived to the entrance of Diamond Head to get in as soon as the park opened at 6 so that we could get to the top in time for sunrise. The hike was more beautiful but not handicap accessible. Our only disappointment is that the transportation/tour…”

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Electric Bike Ride & Diamond Head Hike Tour - The Waikiki Park Stop: Royal History Meets a Shaded Break
Cycling Tours, Diamond Head Tours, E-Bikes, Hiking & Trekking, Oahu, Tour Reviews, Tours

Electric Bike Ride & Diamond Head Hike Tour

10.Electric Bike Ride & Diamond Head Hike Tour

E-bike from Waikiki to Diamond Head, then hike the crater for ocean views. Small group, helmets with comms, and tickets included.

★ 5.0

“Ryan was a great guide! Very attentive on bike ride and hike. We enjoyed all of the photo ops around Waikiki Beach. The hike at Diamond Head State Park had beautiful views at the top so worth the hike. What a great afternoon! Thanks Ryan”

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Diamond Head Hiking Tour with Ticket and Reservation Inclusion - Hotel pickup and meeting points without the stress
Diamond Head Tours, Hiking & Trekking, Honolulu, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Tours

Diamond Head Hiking Tour with Ticket and Reservation Inclusion

Electric Bike Ride & Manoa Falls Hike Tour - Riding Honolulu on electric assist: fast enough, controlled enough
Cycling Tours, E-Bikes, Hiking & Trekking, Oahu, Tour Reviews, Tours, Waterfall Hikes

Electric Bike Ride & Manoa Falls Hike Tour

12.Electric Bike Ride & Manoa Falls Hike Tour

Electric bike and Manoa Falls hike from Waikiki on Oahu. Small-group tour includes e-bike, helmet, water, and guide tips.

★ 5.0

“We really enjoyed our tour and hike. Shop and tours are run by a local owner not a big tour company. Ryan (the owner) was greet. He was our host and tour guide. Nice bikes that get you there comfortably. Well organized tour. Hike was beautiful and educational. Scenery was amazing. Manoa Valley is beautiful.”

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Oahu Volcanic Rainforest Hiking Adventure - How far you’ll hike: 2.5 miles one-way, dirt trail pace, and rest breaks
Hiking & Trekking, Honolulu, Tour Reviews

Oahu Volcanic Rainforest Hiking Adventure

13.Oahu Volcanic Rainforest Hiking Adventure

Guided hike through Oahu’s volcanic rainforest with poncho, repellent, snacks, and Waikiki pickup. Expect mud and waterfall views.

★ 4.5

“I booked a 3 hours hike. They changed it to a not particularly spectacular half hour walk, whiteout any prior information. The guide was good thoug, friendly and knowledgeable.”

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Private Bucket List Adventure Day- Hikes, Beaches, Waterfalls - Pickup, privacy, and the guide style that keeps the day moving
Hiking & Trekking, Honolulu, Private, Tour Reviews

Private Bucket List Adventure Day- Hikes, Beaches, Waterfalls

14.Private Bucket List Adventure Day- Hikes, Beaches, Waterfalls

A private Oahu day of waterfalls, beach time, and viewpoint hikes tailored to fitness and weather, with pickup and photo stops.

★ 5.0

“Great trip. Visited nice and non-touristy spots including beach and caves and Ne'alani, the dog ,was very friendly and was an added bonus to my trip. Travis was great and even brought fresh fruits for snacking on the beach. It was a completely customisable experience and I got to do what I wanted to do.”

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Downhill Bike and Ko'olau Waterfall Hike Tour - What Makes It Feel Easy: Coasting, Braking, and Safety Pace
Cycling Tours, Downhill, Hiking & Trekking, Honolulu, Tour Reviews, Tours, Waterfall Hikes

Downhill Bike and Ko’olau Waterfall Hike Tour

15.Downhill Bike and Ko’olau Waterfall Hike Tour

Downhill bikes above Waikiki, plus an optional Ko'olau waterfall hike in Pu'u 'Ohia rainforest. Pickup, rain gear, expert guides.

★ 4.5

“for the cost it was not worth it, from the description it said 3 hours so i’m thinking we would be atleast riding for 2 hours instead you rode for 30 mins it seems going downhill the whole time. my iwatch said i burned 27 calories, i was so disappointed as i love bike tours…”

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