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Overview
This isn't your average North Shore Tour. Along the route, we share epic tales of Godʻs and Goddesses, Chief's, and Commoners, as well as surf stories, terms, and traditional information.
We begin this self-driving tour at the Windward Shopping Mall and give turn-by-turn directions to locations along the way. We included all the classic stops as well as some lesser known places and you can easily turn this into a food tour
Ocean and traffic conditions vary drastically, but you can typically expect calm, peaceful ocean conditions in the summer. In the winter, itʻs the exact opposite.
This self-guided GPS-led Audio Tour also includes free scavenger hunts and quizzes to enjoy during and after the trip. Audio Tour Hawaii offers professional tours by professional, local guides.
Description
Stop At: Windward Mall, 46-56 Kamehameha Highway, 2nd Floor, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744
This tour begins in the Windward Shopping Mall parking lot in Kāne'ohe. You can get food, supplies, and more before starting the route.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Leonard's Malasada Mobile, 46 Haiku Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA
Leonardʻs Bakery has several Malasada mobileʻs stationed conveniently around the island. We recommend beginning this tour at this one in the parking lot of the Windward Mall in Kāne'ohe.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Waiahole Poi Factory, 48-140 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA
Waiāhole Poi Factory has a location in the Windward Mall where we begin this tour. This route will also take you to the original location. We highly recommend stopping at one to sample delicious Hawaiian food.
Stop At: Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet), 49-227 Kamehameha Hwy Ste A, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744
Stop and sample macadamia nuts, coffee, and other local flavors. They also have souvenirs, a fruit stand and clean restrooms.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Kualoa Regional Park, 49-479 Kamehameha Hwy, Hawaii 96744
Visit Kualoa Regional Beach Park to view the Ko'olau Mountain Range and Mokoli'i, often called "Chinamanʻs Hat." A shallow swim area is at the far end of the parking lot past the roundabout.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744
The Visitor Center at Kualoa Ranch is a free stop for photo opportunities, souvenir shopping, food, and more. They also have several paid tours and excursions which must be booked independently and in advance.
Pass By: The Crouching Lion, 51-666 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaaawa, HI 96730, USA
A local favorite fine dining experience with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean between Kualoa Ranch and Kahana Valley.
Pass By: Crouching Lion, Kaaawa, Hawaii 96730
This trail has recently become famous through social media. Plenty of opportunities exist to slip or get lost, so please be cautious if you try this hike.
Pass By: Kahana Bay Beach Park, Hawaii
Beautiful beach park with typically shallow, calm seas, and a soft sand beach thatʻs typically empty during the weekdays.
Pass By: Keneke's Grill at Punaluu, 53-138 Kamehameha Hwy, Hauula, HI 96717, USA
Great spot for local food and plate lunches. The restaurant was featured in the television reboot of "I Know What You Did Last Summer."
Pass By: Chings' Punaluu Store, 53-360 Kamehameha Hwy, Hauula, HI 96717, USA
General store with great poke and poi featured in the movie "Next Goal Wins." Located near a couple shrimp trucks and across the street from a beach.
Pass By: Tamura's Market Hau'ula, 54-316 Kamehameha Hwy, Hauula, HI 96717, USA
Grocery store with supplies for the trip as well as an excellent poke bar with a variety of flavors and styles.
Pass By: Papa Ole's Kitchen, 54-316 Kamehameha Hwy #9, Hauula, HI 96717, USA
A favorite for local-style plate lunches and barbeque. Their most popular items sell out fast so get there early.
Pass By: Pounder's Beach, Pounder's Beach, Hawaii 96762, USA
This beach has an extremely dangerous shore break and a variety of marine creatures living nearby. Please do not swim here.
Pass By: Polynesian Cultural Center, 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy., Laie, Hawaii 96762
The Polynesian Cultural Center has different villages representing various islands in Polynesia and a lū'au and dinner show in the evenings. Tickets must be booked independently and in advance.
Pass By: Hukilau Marketplace, 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy, Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie, Hawaii 96762
Souvenir shopping at the Cultural Center with food trucks, the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame and clean restrooms.
Pass By: Tutu's Sweet Shop, 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy, Laie, HI 96762, USA
Tutuʻs Sweet Shop offers Dole Pineapple Whip and a variety of other sweet treats at the Polynesian Cultural Center and Hukilau Marketplace.
Pass By: Hukilau Beach Park, Kamehameha Hwy + Opp, Naniloa Loop, Laie, HI 96762, USA
Beach Park between the Polynesian Cultural Center and Mālaekahana State Park. There are no restrooms or lifeguards.
Stop At: La’ie Point State Wayside, 55-001 Naupaka St, Laie, Hawaii 96762
Often called the Lā'ie Lookout, Laniloa offers breathtaking views of the Ko'olau Mountain Range on Windward O'ahu.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Gunstock Ranch, 56-250 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Featured in movies and television shows, they offer horseback, ATV rides, and Native Hawaiian tree planting. Tickets must be booked independently and in advance.
Pass By: CLIMB Works Keana Farms Zipline Tour, 1 Enos Rd, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Zipline over a working farm near the Kahuku Sugar Mill complex. Tickets must be booked independently and in advance.
Stop At: Kahuku Sugar Mill, 56-565 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
There is a huge variety of food trucks, a couple of sit-down restaurants, and a beer garden at the old Kahuku Sugar Mill.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: The Corndog Company of Hawaii, 56-481 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Corn dog truck with a local twist on the flavor. Located across from Kahuku High School.
Pass By: Kahuku Superette, 56-505 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Convenience store near the Kahuku Sugar Mill that has supplies as well as excellent poke.
Pass By: Giovanni's Shrimp Truck, 56-505 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
This is probably the most famous shrimp truck on the island of O'ahu. They serve Scampi, Lemon Butter, and Ghost pepper Spicy Shrimp, as well as garlic hot dogs.
Pass By: Deez Bowls, 56-505 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Great option for Hawaiian and local plates including smoked meat, Kalua pig, laulau and more.
Pass By: Hula Ula, 56-565 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Food truck with shrimp, kalua pig, poke, churros, and a lobster corndog as well as plantation ice tea.
Pass By: Da Bald Guy, 56-565 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Featured on the Food Network, this is an excellent option for local food. Show up early because they sell out fast.
Pass By: Kahuku Beer Garden & Bottle Shop, 56-565 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Bring food from any of the food trucks to the Kahuku Beer Garden and the passengers can soak up some suds.
Pass By: Mike's Kiawe Broiled Huli Huli Chicken, 56-565 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Featured on the Food Network and American Idol, Mikeʻs is famous for hulihuli (rotisserie) chicken smoked on Kiawe wood but they have a variety of options.
Pass By: Kahuku Farms, 56-800 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, Hawaii 96731
Delicious farm-to-table fresh food and local treats at the Kahuku Farm stand.
Pass By: Lei Lei's Bar & Grill, 57-049 Kuilima Dr, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Clubhouse restaurant at the Turtle Bay Golf Course on the North Shore of O'ahu, Hawai'i.
Pass By: Turtle Bay Resort, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Turtle Bay Resort has a variety of great food and drink options as well as a calm swim spot where you can reach beach chairs and gear.
Pass By: Beach House by Roy Yamaguchi, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Delicious food and drinks right on the beach at the Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore of O'ahu.
Pass By: Turtle Bay Beach, Kahuku, Hawaii
Turtle Bay has a few spots to swim that are typically calm. However there are no lifeguards in the area.
Pass By: Stables at Turtle Bay, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy SB, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
The Stables at Turtle Bay offer a variety of horseback rides near the beach on the North Shore.
Pass By: Jamie O'Brien Surf Experience - North Shore, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Try surf lessons at Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore of O'ahu, Hawai'i.
Pass By: Kuilima Farm Stand, 57-146 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA
Sample a variety of fresh local fruit and vegetables as well as shave ice at the Kuilima Farm Stand.
Pass By: Kawela Bay, Kawela Bay, Hawaii
Kawela Bay is a huge beach with calm waves and very few people on most days. However there are no lifeguards or restrooms.
Pass By: Ted's Bakery, 59-024 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
Tedʻs Bakery has delicious sandwiches and local foods as well as incredible dessert pies.
Stop At: Sunset Beach, Sunset Beach, Hawaii
Paumalū, also known as Sunset Beach on the North Shore has world-famous surf in the winter and is calm and flat during the summer.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Ehukai Beach Park, Kamehameha Hwy 1, Pupukea, Hawaii
'Ehukai Beach Park is where the world-famous and incredibly dangerous Banzai Pipeline Surf Break is located.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach Park, Pupukea, Hawaii
The worldʻs most dangerous surf break often has waves over 20 feet tall and people trying to survive itʻs treacherous drops.
Stop At: Shark's Cove, Pupukea, Hawaii 96712
Sharkʻs Cove often has calm waves and is excellent for snorkeling. However when the waves get big this area can be quite dangerous.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: North Shore Shrimp Truck, 59-712 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
Spot for garlic shrimp and a reasonable hot and spicy option as well as other tasty treats.
Pass By: The Sunrise Shack - Shark's Cove, 59-712 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
Delicious smoothies and local fruit treats near Sunset Beach, Sharkʻs Cove, and Hale'iwa Town.
Stop At: Waimea Bay, Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
Beautiful bay that has calm conditions and clear water in the summer but during the winter waves breach 60 feet tall and surfers try to survive itʻs peaks.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
Walk to the waterfall in the back of the botanical garden on the North Shore. There is an admission but tickets do not need to be reserved in advance.
Pass By: Chun's Reef Beach, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
One of the only beginner surf breaks on the North Shore of O'ahu. There are a variety of companies that offer lessons.
Pass By: Laniakea Beach, 574, 61-574 Pohaku Loa Way, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
Often referred to as "Turtle Beach," this is a great spot to see surf in the winter and turtles in the summer.
Pass By: Puaʻena Point Beach Park, Kahalewai Pl, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
Beach park that is excellent for viewing turtles from a safe distance on the North Shore.
Pass By: North Shore Macadamia Nut Company, 67-330 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
Sample coffee and macadamia nuts on this North Shore farm. There is also a Mikeʻs Huli Chicken stand here.
Pass By: Haleiwa Beach Park, 62-449 Kamehameha Highway, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
We end this tour at Hale'iwa Beach Park on the North Shore of O'ahu which is an excellent spot to see turtles.
Stop At: Haleiwa Beach Park War Memorial, 62-540 Kamehameha Hwy, Located on Kauai, not Oahu, Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
This tour ends at the Hale'iwa War Memorial just outside of the world-famous town on the North Shore.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Haleiwa, Haleiwa, Hawaii
Excellent option for food, souvenirs, surf shops, art work, and shave ice on the North Shore of O'ahu near our finale.
Schedule
- Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
- Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
- Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
- Duration: 3 to 10 hours (Approx.)
- Return Details:
Haleiwa Beach Park War Memorial, 62-490 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
What's Included
- 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
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Admissions Tickets
- Food & Drinks
What To Bring
- Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
- Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
- A Smile!
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operated by Audio Tour Hawaii : AT.Hi
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