Oahu: Honolulu's Backyard Rainforest Driving Tour

4 Reviews3.75 out of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and TripAdvisor | Oahu, USA

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Overview

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, 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

PLEASE NOTE: Round Top Drive, a major road on this tour, is closed intermittently due to construction (as needed).

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: Before 11:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Waikiki
Direction: Loop, ending where you began

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What's Included

  • Take the tour when you want
  • Tours NEVER expire
  • Freedom to explore at your own pace
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • Parking Fees
  • Meals & Refreshment
  • Entrance Fees
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA

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This tour starts and ends in Waikiki and travels through the lush forests of the Makiki Valley before visiting Honolulu’s bustling downtown. Check the Shaka Guide app for the GREEN Flag indicating the tour starting point.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Time

Opening Hours

  • 10/30/2020 - 1/22/2026

    Monday - Sunday | 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

What To Expect

Lyon Arboretum

Visit an artificial lowland tropical rainforest with numerous trails and small water features
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Manoa Chinese Cemetery

Take a walk at the oldest and largest Chinese Cemetery in Hawaii
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Manoa Marketplace Farmer's Market

Visit Manoa Marketplace - a neighborhood shopping center in beautiful Manoa Valley
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tantalus Lookout Puu Ualakaa State Park

Check out the best sunset lookout on Oahu situated in a huge grassy hill and looking out over Diamond Head Crater and all of Waikiki
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Na Ala Hele: Tantalus-Arboretum Trail

Hike a loop trail that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific

Visit a popular national cemetery located at Punchbowl Crater in Honolulu
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden

Enjoy strolling in the garden made for Hawaiian native plants and flora
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Foster Botanical Gardens

Visit the oldest of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shimazu Shave ice

Check out one of our favorite places to get shave ice
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown

Visit a town bustling with traditional dim sum restaurants, noodle shops and hip bars in converted lofts, as well as crowded Asian markets full of antiques and stalls
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
  • Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
  • Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
  • The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-102020P26

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Average 3.75 out of 5 stars based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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