Oahu South Shore GPS Driving Beaches and Hiking Tour
This self-led GPS guide will help you explore Oahu’s South and East shores. Customize your experience from totally accessible to a full-blown swim and hiking tour with facts and turn-by-turn directions. You can even hike the Lanikai Pillboxes and visit Hanauma Bay! This self-guided GPS-led audio our also includes free scavenger hunts and quizzes for you to enjoy during and after the trip. We offer professional tours by professional, local guides.
Departure Point
- We begin this GPS-led self-driving tour outside of the Diamond Head Crater at the Amelia Earhart Lookout. Play the first track prior to leaving the parking lot but make sure to get some photos and enjoy the view.
- After a trip around the beautiful South and East shorelines of Oahu, we will end the day in the Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens in Kaneohe.
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Amelia Earhart's Marker3584 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, HI 96816Begin the day outside of the Diamond Head Crater at the Amelia Earhart Lookout. Enjoy the view, get some photos, and make sure the first track plays completely before leaving the parking lot.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Diamond Head State MonumentDiamond Head Road - 18th Ave., Honolulu, HawaiiBegin the day outside of the Diamond Head Crater at the Amelia Earhart Lookout. Guests who want to hike to the top must make reservations independently and start the tour afterward.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Fort Ruger Park534 Paikau Street, Honolulu, HI 96816Pass by Operation Red Wings Memorial Park formerly known as Fort Ruger along the base of Diamond Head.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Black Point RoadBlack Point Road, Honolulu, HI 96816Hear about famous residents of this affluent neighborhood including Jim Neighbors, otherwise known as Gomer Pyle.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: KahalaKahala, HawaiiDrive through this upscale neighborhood and hear stories about itʻs past. There are public beach access trails along the route.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: The Kahala Hotel & Resort5000 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816Optional stop at the Kahala Resort to visit the restaurants, swim with the dolphins and hear stories about itʻs famous guests.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Waiʻalae Country Club4997 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816See and learn about the Waialae Country Club near the Kahala Resort before heading towards the Halona Blow Hole.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bayer Estate5329 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Honolulu, HI 96821The Bayer Estate is commonly known as the Hawaii Five-0 House from the popular television reboot. This is a private estate and any visit must be arranged independently and in advance.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Hawaii Kai Towne Center6700 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HawaiiGuests have the opportunity to shop, get supplies, sample local food, get drinks, and use the restroom.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Leonard's Bakery Malasada Truck7190 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Honolulu, HI 96825Stop at the Leonardʻs mobile truck in Hawaii Kai to sample their world-famous malasadas.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Koko Crater Arch TrailHonolulu, HawaiiGuests can stop and hike the Koko Crater trail if they wish. Simple stop in Hawaii Kai and GPS directions to the parking lot. Donʻt worry, we wonʻt make you hike it.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve100 Hanauma Bay Rd, Honolulu, HawaiiGuests with reservations made independently and in advance can add a snorkel stop in Hanauma Bay. Otherwise, passengers can view it from your vehicle as you continue to Halona Blow Hole.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Lanai lookout8102 Kalaniana'ole Hwy, , HawaiiSee the Lanai Lookout as you drive along the Kaiwi Coastline. If there is parking available, feel free to stop for photos, just donʻt go over the barriers.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Eternity BeachKalaniana'ole Highway, Honolulu, HawaiiSee Eternity Beach from the parking lot at the Halona Blow Hole. This area has been featured in movies and television shows.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Halona BlowholeKalanian'ole Highway, , HawaiiSee the Halona Blow Hole on the South Eastern tip of Oahu. The spray can sometimes reach 30 feet but is entirely dependent on waves.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Sandy Beach ParkHawaiiOtherwise known as "Break Neck Beach," if you decide to stop here, DO NOT get in the water.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Koko Crater Botanical Garden7491 Kokonani St, Honolulu, HawaiiGuests have the option to GPS directions to visit the Koko Crater dryland botanical gardens from Sandy Beach and resume the tour afterward.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Makapu'u Point Lighthouse TrailNear The Hawaii Kai Golf Course On Kalanianaole Highway, , Honolulu, HawaiiGuests can add a hike up the Makapuu Lighthouse Trial if they want. The trail is moderate and has a paved path all the way to the top.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Makapuu LighthouseWaimanalo, Honolulu, HawaiiStop at the Makapuaa Lookout after the Halona Blow Hole for an easily accessible view of Windward Oahu.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Sea Life Park Hawaii41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy. 7, Waimanalo, HawaiiGuests can visit the Aquarium at Sea Life Park and swim with the dolphins or any other activity they have. Admission is not included, and advanced reservations are recommended, but they often have walk-up tickets available.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Ono Steaks and Shrimp Shack41-037 Wailea Street, Waimanalo, HI 96795Stop and get some great steak, shrimp, seafood, and more. The fish tacos here are some of our favorites on the island.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Bellows Field Beach Park41-43 Kalaniana'ole Hwy, , Waimanalo, HawaiiIf you are traveling during the weekends or on a public holiday we recommend stopping to swim at Bellows Beach Park to help alleviate the traffic in the Kailua and Lanikai neighborhoods. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: New Hawaii's Treasures41-1537 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Waimanalo, HI 96795Great souvenir shopping opportunity next to local restaurants and dessert spots. There are clean restrooms and a gas station nearby.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen1020 Keolu Drive, Kailua, HI 96734Before going to Kailua or Lanikai Beach, stop and sample some fabulous local food if you are hungry at Boots & Kimoʻs.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Lanikai PillboxesHawaiiYou have the option to add a hike up to the Lanikai Pillboxes and weʻll even share some parking tips.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: LanikaiLanikai, HawaiiDrive through the world-famous neighborhood often refered to as Lanikai and hear stories about itʻs real name.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Lanikai BeachKailua, HawaiiYou can stop at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and weʻll even share parking tips for your visit.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Kailua Beach Park526 Kawailoa Road, , Kailua, HawaiiYou can also stop and see another world's best beach in Kailua, next to Lanikai. Parking can be tricky and we recommend visiting both beaches on weekdays only.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: KailuaKailua, HawaiiYou can stop in Kailua Town for shopping, shave ice, local food, bike, kayak rentals, Manoa Chocolate and much more.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Ko'olau Distillery905 Kapaa Quarry Place, Kailua, HI 96734Add a stop at the Koolau Distillery, where passengers can do a whiskey taste and tour. Driverʻs donʻt worry, they have chocolate and you can take some home for after the drive.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Kaneohe Bay DriveKaneohe Bay Drive, Kaneohe, HIStop at the scenic lookout outside of Kaneohe on the H-3 Interstate. Continue to the Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens from here or easily GPS directions back to your hotel.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens45-680 Luluku Rd, , Kaneohe, HawaiiThe finale of the tour is at the Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens. You really need to be there by 3 pm to enjoy a visit. They will lock the gates, no matter which side you are on.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Audio Narration by Professional Local Guide
- GPS Guided with Turn-by-Turn Instructions
- Tour Code to Redeem on VoiceMap Mobile Application
- This is a self-guided GPS-led audio tour
- Admissions, Food, Drinks
This self-led GPS guide will help you explore Oahu’s South and East shores. Customize your experience from totally accessible to a full-blown swim and hiking tour with facts and turn-by-turn directions. You can even hike the Lanikai Pillboxes and visit Hanauma Bay! This self-guided GPS-led audio our also includes free scavenger hunts and quizzes for you to enjoy during and after the trip. We offer professional tours by professional, local guides.
Departure Point
- We begin this GPS-led self-driving tour outside of the Diamond Head Crater at the Amelia Earhart Lookout. Play the first track prior to leaving the parking lot but make sure to get some photos and enjoy the view.
- After a trip around the beautiful South and East shorelines of Oahu, we will end the day in the Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens in Kaneohe.
- Audio guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Amelia Earhart's Marker3584 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, HI 96816Begin the day outside of the Diamond Head Crater at the Amelia Earhart Lookout. Enjoy the view, get some photos, and make sure the first track plays completely before leaving the parking lot.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Diamond Head State MonumentDiamond Head Road - 18th Ave., Honolulu, HawaiiBegin the day outside of the Diamond Head Crater at the Amelia Earhart Lookout. Guests who want to hike to the top must make reservations independently and start the tour afterward.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Fort Ruger Park534 Paikau Street, Honolulu, HI 96816Pass by Operation Red Wings Memorial Park formerly known as Fort Ruger along the base of Diamond Head.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Black Point RoadBlack Point Road, Honolulu, HI 96816Hear about famous residents of this affluent neighborhood including Jim Neighbors, otherwise known as Gomer Pyle.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: KahalaKahala, HawaiiDrive through this upscale neighborhood and hear stories about itʻs past. There are public beach access trails along the route.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: The Kahala Hotel & Resort5000 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816Optional stop at the Kahala Resort to visit the restaurants, swim with the dolphins and hear stories about itʻs famous guests.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Waiʻalae Country Club4997 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816See and learn about the Waialae Country Club near the Kahala Resort before heading towards the Halona Blow Hole.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bayer Estate5329 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Honolulu, HI 96821The Bayer Estate is commonly known as the Hawaii Five-0 House from the popular television reboot. This is a private estate and any visit must be arranged independently and in advance.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Hawaii Kai Towne Center6700 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HawaiiGuests have the opportunity to shop, get supplies, sample local food, get drinks, and use the restroom.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Leonard's Bakery Malasada Truck7190 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Honolulu, HI 96825Stop at the Leonardʻs mobile truck in Hawaii Kai to sample their world-famous malasadas.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Koko Crater Arch TrailHonolulu, HawaiiGuests can stop and hike the Koko Crater trail if they wish. Simple stop in Hawaii Kai and GPS directions to the parking lot. Donʻt worry, we wonʻt make you hike it.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve100 Hanauma Bay Rd, Honolulu, HawaiiGuests with reservations made independently and in advance can add a snorkel stop in Hanauma Bay. Otherwise, passengers can view it from your vehicle as you continue to Halona Blow Hole.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Lanai lookout8102 Kalaniana'ole Hwy, , HawaiiSee the Lanai Lookout as you drive along the Kaiwi Coastline. If there is parking available, feel free to stop for photos, just donʻt go over the barriers.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Eternity BeachKalaniana'ole Highway, Honolulu, HawaiiSee Eternity Beach from the parking lot at the Halona Blow Hole. This area has been featured in movies and television shows.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Halona BlowholeKalanian'ole Highway, , HawaiiSee the Halona Blow Hole on the South Eastern tip of Oahu. The spray can sometimes reach 30 feet but is entirely dependent on waves.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Sandy Beach ParkHawaiiOtherwise known as "Break Neck Beach," if you decide to stop here, DO NOT get in the water.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Koko Crater Botanical Garden7491 Kokonani St, Honolulu, HawaiiGuests have the option to GPS directions to visit the Koko Crater dryland botanical gardens from Sandy Beach and resume the tour afterward.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Makapu'u Point Lighthouse TrailNear The Hawaii Kai Golf Course On Kalanianaole Highway, , Honolulu, HawaiiGuests can add a hike up the Makapuu Lighthouse Trial if they want. The trail is moderate and has a paved path all the way to the top.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Makapuu LighthouseWaimanalo, Honolulu, HawaiiStop at the Makapuaa Lookout after the Halona Blow Hole for an easily accessible view of Windward Oahu.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Sea Life Park Hawaii41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy. 7, Waimanalo, HawaiiGuests can visit the Aquarium at Sea Life Park and swim with the dolphins or any other activity they have. Admission is not included, and advanced reservations are recommended, but they often have walk-up tickets available.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Ono Steaks and Shrimp Shack41-037 Wailea Street, Waimanalo, HI 96795Stop and get some great steak, shrimp, seafood, and more. The fish tacos here are some of our favorites on the island.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Bellows Field Beach Park41-43 Kalaniana'ole Hwy, , Waimanalo, HawaiiIf you are traveling during the weekends or on a public holiday we recommend stopping to swim at Bellows Beach Park to help alleviate the traffic in the Kailua and Lanikai neighborhoods. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: New Hawaii's Treasures41-1537 Kalanianaʻole Highway, Waimanalo, HI 96795Great souvenir shopping opportunity next to local restaurants and dessert spots. There are clean restrooms and a gas station nearby.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen1020 Keolu Drive, Kailua, HI 96734Before going to Kailua or Lanikai Beach, stop and sample some fabulous local food if you are hungry at Boots & Kimoʻs.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Lanikai PillboxesHawaiiYou have the option to add a hike up to the Lanikai Pillboxes and weʻll even share some parking tips.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: LanikaiLanikai, HawaiiDrive through the world-famous neighborhood often refered to as Lanikai and hear stories about itʻs real name.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Lanikai BeachKailua, HawaiiYou can stop at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and weʻll even share parking tips for your visit.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: Kailua Beach Park526 Kawailoa Road, , Kailua, HawaiiYou can also stop and see another world's best beach in Kailua, next to Lanikai. Parking can be tricky and we recommend visiting both beaches on weekdays only.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesStop At: KailuaKailua, HawaiiYou can stop in Kailua Town for shopping, shave ice, local food, bike, kayak rentals, Manoa Chocolate and much more.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Ko'olau Distillery905 Kapaa Quarry Place, Kailua, HI 96734Add a stop at the Koolau Distillery, where passengers can do a whiskey taste and tour. Driverʻs donʻt worry, they have chocolate and you can take some home for after the drive.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Kaneohe Bay DriveKaneohe Bay Drive, Kaneohe, HIStop at the scenic lookout outside of Kaneohe on the H-3 Interstate. Continue to the Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens from here or easily GPS directions back to your hotel.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens45-680 Luluku Rd, , Kaneohe, HawaiiThe finale of the tour is at the Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens. You really need to be there by 3 pm to enjoy a visit. They will lock the gates, no matter which side you are on.Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutesAdditional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Audio Narration by Professional Local Guide
- GPS Guided with Turn-by-Turn Instructions
- Tour Code to Redeem on VoiceMap Mobile Application
- This is a self-guided GPS-led audio tour
- Admissions, Food, Drinks
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