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The 10 Oahu Volcano Tours That Earn Their Price

10 tours  ·  from $22 a head

The 10 best oahu volcano tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it takes and how much climbing is involved. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Hanauma Bay Snorkeling - The early Waikiki pickup sets the tone
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Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

1.Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,232 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $55Our pick

Ride from Waikiki to Hanauma Bay with Kaimana Tours, often guided by drivers such as Felipe, Philippe, or Luiz. You receive snorkeling equipment, park entry help, and several hours beside coral reefs filled with tropical fish. The $55.99 tour price excludes the $25 cash admission fee.

“The tour was operated by Kaimana Tours and was a great experience! The driver Felipe was punctual, friendly and made the trip smooth. The bay is idyllic and the view is spectacular. 100% recommended :)”

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Waikiki Trolley Green Line Diamond Head Shuttle - Starting at Waikiki Shopping Plaza
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Waikiki Trolley Green Line Diamond Head Shuttle

2.Waikiki Trolley Green Line Diamond Head Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 606 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $22Best value

Take E Noa Tours’ Green Line trolley from Waikiki to Diamond Head, KCC Farmers’ Market, and nearby sights. Drivers such as Daniel, Chuck, Dino, and Rae Rae add local stories and humor. The open-air ride lasts about an hour, but traffic and limited afternoon departures require careful planning.

“Before you book this tour please make sure that you have already bought the admission tickets to the trail itself. They are sold separately. Quite often the admission tickets are sold out and without them this tour is useless. Viator won't refund your money they will just send you to E Noa Tours and they will tell you that they don't have your reservation”

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Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Volcano Adventure - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park sets the tone
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Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Volcano Adventure

3.Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Volcano Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 570 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $654

Fly from Honolulu to Hilo, then explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Kilauea, steam vents, a lava tube, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Hilo’s banyan-lined streets. A professional guide such as Dexter, Rob, or Calvin leads the day. Lunch and round-trip airfare are included, but airport transport is not.

“Definitely worth doing, full day catered too. Our Guide Dexter made the Tour. He was very knowledgeable and nothing was a problem.”

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3 Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater with Optional Waikiki Shuttle - A good first step for families and nervous riders
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3 Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater with Optional Waikiki Shuttle

4.3 Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater with Optional Waikiki Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 374 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $109

At Coral Crater Adventure Park, you’ll gear up with a professional guide and ride three beginner-friendly ziplines in a small group of up to 11. Guides such as Jay, Brit, Isaiah, and Kylie keep the mood light while helping nervous first-timers. Tandem rides are available for children weighing 40 to 60 pounds.

“My group loved this zip line, one saying it was their favorite part of the trip. The guides are really nice and work with you. The property itself is also really cool. If anyone in your party isn’t zip lining you can walking with them to the first line and watch them off. Then you can go hang out with the hens and play jenga or connect 4”

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Oahu: Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation - The 5:00 AM pickup from Waikiki
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Oahu: Diamond Head Hike with Roundtrip Transportation

5.Oahu: 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 straight to Diamond Head, and hike independently to the summit before the day heats up. Your ride, entrance fee, and gratuity are covered. Staff such as Julie, Kin, and Jun have earned praise, but English information may be limited.

“Diamond Head is fabulous and going for the sunrise made it extra special! Why anyone would go an hour later boggles my mind since the rising sun made the hike truly magnificent! Can’t believe there were so many folks there. Worth every penny!”

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Oahu: Diamond Head Cruise with Drinks & Appetizers - Sunset timing and the possible green flash
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Oahu: Diamond Head Cruise with Drinks & Appetizers

6.Oahu: Diamond Head Cruise with Drinks & Appetizers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 324 reviews · from $108

Board the 65-foot Hanu Lani at Kewalo Basin for a 1.5-hour sunset sail toward Diamond Head. You get two alcoholic drinks, unlimited nonalcoholic drinks, and a bento-style meal while the crew keeps the mood easygoing. Shoes come off before boarding.

“The trip was excellent and l was 5 other people and it was great. We wish it was longer and the food and drinks was amazing and we all had a fantastic experience❤️. The music was wonderful, too.”

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Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore - Macadamia samples at Tropical Farms
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Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore

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

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

Start before sunrise with the steep Diamond Head hike, then ride a small air-conditioned vehicle around Oahu’s east and North Shores. Stop at Halona Blowhole, Kualoa, North Shore beaches, food trucks, fruit stands, and Dole Plantation. Guides such as Stephanie, Jonah, John, and Alan add local stories along the way.

“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 and photos.”

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6 Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater (Optional Waikiki Shuttle) - Why the guides matter on a first attempt
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6 Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater (Optional Waikiki Shuttle)

8.6 Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater (Optional Waikiki Shuttle)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 305 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $199

Spend about two hours on six ziplines at Coral Crater in Kapolei, guided by a small professional team. Guides such as Brit, Kylie, Sammy, and Isaiah are praised for calming first-timers and keeping the pace fun. Optional Waikiki pickup is available, and closed-toe shoes are required.

“Zip lining for the first time here was a beyond great experience. My guide Alana made me feel so safe. Such a fun first experience ever!!”

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Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour

9.Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 59 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $987

Fly from Oahu to Hilo for a full day of volcano country with a 45-minute Blue Hawaiian helicopter tour, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, steam vents, Thurston Lava Tube, Akaka Falls, lunch, and guided transport. Guides such as Dexter, Hugh, Anthony, and Everett have led this route.

“This was a comprehensive way to get to see Kilauea and other interesting Hilo sites. Tourguide Dexter was excellent.”

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From Oahu: Big Island Volcano Adventure & Helicopter - Halema‘uma‘u Crater and the power of Kīlauea
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From Oahu: Big Island Volcano Adventure & Helicopter

10.From Oahu: Big Island Volcano Adventure & Helicopter

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 23 reviews · from $843

Fly from Honolulu to Hilo, then explore Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, Nāhuku Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, and 442-foot ʻAkaka Falls with guide Dexter. Add a 45-minute Blue Hawaiian helicopter flight for views of lava fields, craters, waterfalls, and black-sand beaches.

“I really liked my guide Dexter - he told us a lot of interesting facts about the Island, volcanos and Hawaii nature. Unfortunately my helicopter flight was cancelled due to bad weather.:( However Dexter took us to a beautiful park and beach with black sand and knew how to entertain us. Thank you for an amazing experience!:)”

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