Oahu South Shore GPS Driving Beaches and Hiking Tour

Amelia Earhart's Marker

15 min

Begin 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.

Diamond Head State Monument

15 min

Begin 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.

Fort Ruger Park

15 min

Pass by Operation Red Wings Memorial Park formerly known as Fort Ruger along the base of Diamond Head.

Black Point Road

15 min

Hear about famous residents of this affluent neighborhood including Jim Neighbors, otherwise known as Gomer Pyle.

Kahala

5 min

Drive through this upscale neighborhood and hear stories about itʻs past. There are public beach access trails along the route.

The Kahala Hotel & Resort

5 min

Optional stop at the Kahala Resort to visit the restaurants, swim with the dolphins and hear stories about itʻs famous guests.

Waiʻalae Country Club

5 min

See and learn about the Waialae Country Club near the Kahala Resort before heading towards the Halona Blow Hole.

Bayer Estate

5 min

The 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.

Hawaii Kai Towne Center

15 min

Guests have the opportunity to shop, get supplies, sample local food, get drinks, and use the restroom.

Leonard's Bakery Malasada Truck

15 min

Stop at the Leonardʻs mobile truck in Hawaii Kai to sample their world-famous malasadas.

Koko Crater Arch Trail

15 min

Guests 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.

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

15 min

Guests 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.

Lanai lookout

15 min

See 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.

Eternity Beach

15 min

See Eternity Beach from the parking lot at the Halona Blow Hole. This area has been featured in movies and television shows.

Halona Blowhole

15 min

See the Halona Blow Hole on the South Eastern tip of Oahu. The spray can sometimes reach 30 feet but is entirely dependent on waves.

Sandy Beach Park

15 min

Otherwise known as "Break Neck Beach," if you decide to stop here, DO NOT get in the water.

Koko Crater Botanical Garden

15 min

Guests have the option to GPS directions to visit the Koko Crater dryland botanical gardens from Sandy Beach and resume the tour afterward.

Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail

1 hour 30 min

Guests 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.

Makapuu Lighthouse

15 min

Stop at the Makapuaa Lookout after the Halona Blow Hole for an easily accessible view of Windward Oahu.

Sea Life Park Hawaii

1 hour 30 min

Guests 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.

Ono Steaks and Shrimp Shack

1 hour

Stop and get some great steak, shrimp, seafood, and more. The fish tacos here are some of our favorites on the island.

Bellows Field Beach Park

1 hour

If 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.

New Hawaii's Treasures

15 min

Great souvenir shopping opportunity next to local restaurants and dessert spots. There are clean restrooms and a gas station nearby.

Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen

1 hour

Before going to Kailua or Lanikai Beach, stop and sample some fabulous local food if you are hungry at Boots & Kimoʻs.

Lanikai Pillboxes

1 hour 30 min

You have the option to add a hike up to the Lanikai Pillboxes and weʻll even share some parking tips.

Lanikai

15 min

Drive through the world-famous neighborhood often refered to as Lanikai and hear stories about itʻs real name.

Lanikai Beach

1 hour 30 min

You can stop at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and weʻll even share parking tips for your visit.

Kailua Beach Park

1 hour 30 min

You 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.

Kailua

1 hour 30 min

You can stop in Kailua Town for shopping, shave ice, local food, bike, kayak rentals, Manoa Chocolate and much more.

Ko'olau Distillery

1 hour

Add 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.

Kaneohe Bay Drive

5 min

Stop 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.

Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens

1 hour 30 min

The 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.