This tour has two starting points, Waikiki and Ko Olina. The tour travels in a clockwise loop, visiting Oahu’s famous North Shore. Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour! 

• Dole Plantation 

• Haleiwa 

• Waimea Bay 

• Shark’s Cove 

• Banzai Pipeline 

• Sunset Beach 

• Kualoa Ranch 

• Kahuku Shrimp Trucks 

• Byodo-In Japanese Temple

  
  

For help planning your day check out our Legendary North Shore Loop suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go! 

• Leonard's Bakery: 5:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., open daily
• Moanalua Gardens: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Green World Coffee: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., open daily
• Dole Plantation: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., open daily
• North Shore Soap Factory
  • Weekdays: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Matsumoto Shave Ice: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., open daily
• Waimea Bay: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Hawaiian Temple - Pu'u o Mahuka Heiau: 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., daily
• Ted's Bakery: 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., open daily
• Kahuku Shrimp & Food Trucks: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., daily
• Laie Hawaii Temple Visitors’ Center: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., daily
• Laie Point: 7:00 a.m. - 6:45 p.m., daily
• Polynesian Cultural Center: 12:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday - Saturday
  • Closed Sundays
  • Restaurant and Marketplace open at 11:00 a.m.
• Kahana Bay: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., daily
• Kualoa Ranch: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., open daily
• Byodo-In Japanese Temple: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., open daily

• Sneakers & hiking clothes
• Water
• Bug spray
• Towel
• Bathing Suit & sandals 
• Sunscreen 
• Sun Glasses and/or Hat
• Snacks
• Car Charger
• Camera
• Cash (see budget below)

You should budget for attraction fees, meals, snacks, and optional activities along the route.

Current admission costs include:

• Moanalua Gardens
  • Adult: $10
  • Child ages 6–12: $7
  • Children under 6: Free
• Byodo-In Temple
  • Adult: $10
  • Senior: $8
  • Child: $6
  • Parking: $6
• Dole Plantation
  • Admission to the grounds: Free
  • Pineapple Express Train, Garden Maze, and Plantation Garden Tour: Additional fees apply

We also recommend budgeting extra for lunch, snacks, shave ice, Dole Whip, souvenirs, and other optional purchases.

Prices can change, so check each attraction’s official website before your visit for the latest rates.

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience. 

No, this tour can only be done clockwise. However, if you’re looking to take the tour in the opposite direction, check out our Grand Circle Island Tour. The itineraries are similar, but that tour traverses the island in a counterclockwise loop.

Shaka Guide isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s like having a local tour guide in your pocket.

As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.

It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.

Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.