Honolulu’s Backyard Rainforest Tour
About The Tour
See a rarely explored corner of Honolulu! Hawaii's bustling capital may be known for its beaches and high-rise buildings but did you know just a few minutes away there's a lush forest with hiking trails? On this tour, you'll visit a waterfall hike, a 200-acre garden, Honolulu's historic Chinatown district, ...
Show MoreHawaii's bustling capital may be known for its beaches and high-rise buildings but did you know just a few minutes away there's a lush forest with hiking trails? On this tour, you'll visit a waterfall hike, a 200-acre garden, Honolulu's historic Chinatown district, and a lookout with stunning views of the city's skyline.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Hike to Manoa Falls
• Visit Tantalus Lookout
• Try local Poke
• Stroll through Lyon Arboretum
• Take a walk through Chinatown
Sample Tour Audio
Manoa Falls Intro
Lyon Arboretum Intro
Chinese Cemetery
Tour Stops
Waioli Tea Room
Chinatown, Honolulu
Foster Botanical Garden
Lyon Arboretum
Tantalus Lookout
Manoa Falls Hike
Punchbowl Memorial Visitor Center
Manoa Chinese Cemetery
Liliuokalani Botanical Garden
Tantalus Arboretum Hike
Customer Reviews
Great self guided tour
We really enjoyed the Oahu Circle Island tour. Very informative, entertaining and accurate. The only recommendation that we have is allowing a little more notice when you have to get on/off of highways. A couple times the instructions say to exit in a quarter mile. That’s not much time if you’re not in the correct lane with heavy traffic. Otherwise this is a fantastic trip and would highly recommend.
LWfam | 2 days ago | iOSOahu grand tour
We loved this tour. We were able to see so many great parts of the island. The best part was we were able to contour own pace. The directions were perfect and the tour guides history of the island was a great perk!
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Hubby and I decided last minute to do North Shore loop and their audio guide was so helpful, both for driving (our rental didn’t have GPS), history, and finding spots we wouldn’t have known about on our own.
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Larry Komenda | 1 month ago | AndroidWhere is Honolulu located?
Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu in the state of Hawaii, USA. Situated in the central Pacific Ocean, it is the capital and largest city of Hawaii. With its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and historical significance, Honolulu is a popu...
Show MoreWhere is Honolulu located?
Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu in the state of Hawaii, USA. Situated in the central Pacific Ocean, it is the capital and largest city of Hawaii. With its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and historical significance, Honolulu is a popular destination for travelers seeking a blend of relaxation and adventure.
What to do in Honolulu?
Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu in the state of Hawaii, USA. Situated in the central Pacific Ocean, it is the capital and largest city of Hawaii. With its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and historical significance, Honolulu is a popu...
Show MoreWhat to do in Honolulu?
Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu in the state of Hawaii, USA. Situated in the central Pacific Ocean, it is the capital and largest city of Hawaii. With its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and historical significance, Honolulu is a popular destination for travelers seeking a blend of relaxation and adventure.
Which Hawaiian island is Honolulu on?
Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu, one of the major Hawaiian islands. Oahu is known for its diverse landscapes, including pristine beaches, lush mountains, and vibrant urban centers. Honolulu serves as the cultural, economic, and political...
Show MoreWhich Hawaiian island is Honolulu on?
Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu, one of the major Hawaiian islands. Oahu is known for its diverse landscapes, including pristine beaches, lush mountains, and vibrant urban centers. Honolulu serves as the cultural, economic, and political hub of the state, attracting visitors with its rich history, natural beauty, and modern amenities.
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Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
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