Reviewed by: Lisa H
This is our 2nd time on the surf bus. Cousin Kevin was great! He catered to all families. Gave us great info on what to look at and eat. I like this tour because I can relax and enjoy rather than driving and having to find parking, buy tickets, and do all the work that I usually have to do!
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2019/07/26 |
Activity Date: | 2019/07/23 |
Reviewed by: JJ and Che
We had a great tour with (creepy) Uncle Kevin today on the North Shore of Oahu! We've been touring all around the world and can seriously rank Uncle Kevin as one of the best tour guides. The Surf Bus has the right equipment, the right itinerary and an excellent attitude. The bus was on time at every stage and Kevin had good solid connections at every stage. He took the time to work with each group on tour to insure they had the right experience. Some of the stops had multiple options and he was able to call ahead to report those options to the vendor. Kevin recommended great food and knew how important this is to an all day tour. One unmistakable clue that Kevin really knows what he is doing is that he knew so many of the other folks involved with the tour on a personal level. He's a local. He knew all of the answers because he grew up here.
Great attention to detail makes for a great tour. Uncle Kevin obviously knows what he is doing and we look forward to going on another Oahu tour with him soon. Also, kudos to the bus company. They had the right equipment and marketing to make Kevin's expertise shine.
Thanks to my creepy uncle Kevin from Oahu. Mahalo!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/05/17 |
Reviewed by: Abigail
This was a great tour! The driver was very good & had a lot of knowledge about the island! We stopped at a Macadamia nut farm & we didn’t even know that it was a scheduled stop! It was pretty cool! We snorkeled & went kayaking as well! They were all exciting activities! You definitely don’t want to rush the experience!
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/04/04 |
Activity Date: | 2019/04/03 |
Reviewed by: Brittany
JC was a wonderful guide and super easy to hang with for our tour. Would definitely recommend!!
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2019/02/16 |
Activity Date: | 2019/02/12 |
Reviewed by: Alex
Very knowledgeable guide and great kayaking! Good conversation and very understanding to beginners
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Packages: | Semi-Private Tour for 2 Guests |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/08/10 |
Activity Date: | 2018/08/07 |
Reviewed by: Kerry
We had a wonderful morning kayaking! Our guide, Dan, was so knowledgeable about the island and made it a great experience. We got lucky and saw at least 10 turtles. I highly recommend this activity!
We are so happy that you and your group got to see so many Hawaiian Green Turtles!! We hope you will come back soon and visit us again.
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/08/03 |
Activity Date: | 2018/07/25 |
Reviewed by: Fatima
My daughters and I had a great time The tour bus picked us up on time . The tour guide /driver provided us a lot of information and history about the island, restaurants and all important sites we drive by . He was was funny too . He answered every ones questions.He allowed us enough time for breaks and photos. We had an amazing time at the Waterfall, my youngest had a foot surgery last year and she can’t walk too fast , we where having a great time swimming in the waterfall pool that we lost track of time . We had 15 minutes to make back to the bus , knowing my youngest can’t walk too fast or run my oldest said “ I’ll have him wait mom “ and took off running ( she runs track and cross country) . We had to be back by 12pm , we ( my youngest and I) made by 12:05 , My oldest daughter was happy the driver waited for us , we all were :). Then we drove to the snorkeling site , the tide was low and it was too rocky, I have never snorkel and I’m not a great swimmer, so we walked up to do some shopping and had a fresh coconut. We made our last stop at Haleiwa, the driver recommended some restaurants . The girls and I had a wonderful time , we ate and did some shopping. He was on time to pick us up . On the way back to the hotel we were tired and feel asleep. Overall we had a great time, we visited a few places and I didn’t have to drive through all that traffic I feel bad I forgot the drivers name , He was knowledgeable and I felt safe with him behind the wheel while the girls and I enjoy the activities and sites . The only reason I didn’t rate outstanding is because the snorkeling was not fun , the waves were too strong and the tide was too low , too rocky, but no one can really control that :)
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2018/06/24 |
Activity Date: | 2018/06/19 |
Reviewed by: mcavalheiro
This kayak tour is incredible, the clear bottom allows you to see all the marine life. Kayaking on the waters of Haleiwa was one of the best things I've ever done. The coral formation is so beautiful, you see so many fishes and turtles.
I have never seen so many turtles in my life, they are everywhere, even in the river. OMG it was amazing, Haleiwa is the turtle paradise!
But I have to say that this is tour is not just about the scenery, the guide made this experience be even better. The local guides grew up on the North Shore and they are so nice and knowledgeable about the area. If you wanna see turtles and if you are looking for a perfect day on the North Shore you should book this tour. A true unique experience in Hawaii.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2018/06/13 |
Reviewed by: Nunia T.
My friend and I woke up early in the morning and drove ourselves out to Haleiwa for this tour. The sky looked really overcast and were already thinking the worst that the tour would not be great however we were wrong. This is the perfect kayak tour to do on a sunny or even rainy day. Visibility was still clear and when entering into the Turtle River with all the rain, if felt like we were in a National Discovery scene exploring the amazons. We seen so much turtles in the river and so much fishes out in the ocean. It is also a plus that the kayaks are clear ans see through so you can just record and take pictures from inside your kayak instead of risking it out and losing it.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2018/06/09 |
Reviewed by: Anon
Guide (Kevin) was very professional, informative and accommodating. This tour is a great way to explore the north shore area.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/05/05 |
Activity Date: | 2018/04/12 |
Reviewed by: Jessica
This is the tour for people who like to be on there own once they get there. This is broken into two parts morning activity and afternoon activity. You have a fully narrated ride over to the North Shore telling you virtually everything about the island. Also all landmarks are pointed out. You arrive get snacks if needed. You are then dropped off at your first activity. The falls etc. Pk up time is set you meet back at bus and your off to bike,kayak,shop or lunch or whatever. Your pk up time is set for your hassle free ride back to waikiki. All fully narrated back. Worth every penny. AC was our guide and knew everything about the island. Was the highlight of our trip.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/03/29 |
Activity Date: | 2018/03/21 |
Reviewed by: Al Schroeder
AC was our guide for this tour and he was funny and full of information. The lunch at the waterfall was not the best and very limited. We heard from other people that the lunch at the burger place was very good. It started to rain right after lunch which cut short afternoon activities. AC took us to the Dole plantation to try to make up for the rain. AC really tried to make the day better for us.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/18 |
Reviewed by: Jerry Herberger
Our guide was excellent. The problem was that the monsoon rains from the night before had caused the river mud to cloud the sea water making the see through aspect of the kayak non-functional
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/22 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/19 |
Reviewed by: Rebecca
To begin, customer service over the phone was fantastic. The tour itself was exactly what I was hoping it would be. We got Ocean, we got River ( the glass bottom kayaks are fantastic), and we got Steve- an entertaining yet professional
Guide who was the perfect combination of laid back and instructive. He even let one of our group take over his paddle board even though that’s not what we signed up for and she loved it! Overall great experience.
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Packages: | Standard Tour |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/12/07 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/04 |
Reviewed by: Corinne
This tour was awesome! We had plenty of time to do the waterfall hike and swim in the morning, then a relaxing lunch hour, then AMAZING surfing lessons with Uncle Bryan's very capable instructors. Honestly one of the best experiences of my life!
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Packages: | North Shore Tour from Waikiki with Surf Lesson + One Fun Activity |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/08/26 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Kim
This was a lot of fun but I think it would have been better if the bus would go to the waterfall and one beach place to allow more time to do activities. Our bus driver was informative but repeated himself alot which did get a little annoying at times.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/08/05 |
Activity Date: | 2017/08/02 |
Reviewed by: Cmschwab
Picked this tour to the north shore due to the choice of activities and since it had pick up from Waikiki. Mike was our guide and informative. Snorkelled at Shark's cove then headed to Waimea Bay for some snorkelling and beach time. Then chose to paddle boarding down the river near Haleiwa instead of kayaking. Ended the tour at Haleiwa. Good tour for the time spent up north and activities you could participate in and p/u provided.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2017/06/22 |
Activity Date: | 2017/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Adrian
Good activities. Well organised
Bus driver/guide was very informative and friendly.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/05/13 |
Activity Date: | 2017/04/23 |
Reviewed by: Sandy
Such a great day! A fantastic way to discover the north shore, just the right blend between organized activities and free time! I would do it again without hesitation
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2017/05/01 |
Activity Date: | 2017/04/28 |
Reviewed by: Susie
Sam was our driver and tour guide. He was very informative and we learned a lot about not just The North Shore but also Hawaii.
We were able to change activities if when we checked them out we changed our mind. Sam explained the activities well and made everyone feel comfortable.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/01/14 |
Activity Date: | 2017/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Renee
The best of tour plusses without the negatives. You spend most of your time at the location you choose and doing the activity you choose. Justin was very knowledgeable and personable. He let us choose our activity on site and even let people customize it by picking 2 morning activites and no afternoon ones. It was awesome.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/09/23 |
Activity Date: | 2016/09/20 |
Reviewed by: Erin
Fun day off activities. Good driver and guide, well organised, good options of activities. Saw a variety of different beaches including sea turtles.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/08/28 |
Activity Date: | 2016/08/03 |
Reviewed by: cueno
Driver only spoke of food! Then it was not very clear on what was included so we missed the food trucks and NO lunch (after all talk and no food).
Aloha Ms Cueno, we are very sorry to hear that the driver was not clear about things an only talked about food.
We will definitely talk to him about it.
Just to be clear, the tour package you bought included the kayak plus the admission to the falls park, but did not include a free lunch on us.
Some of the other customers use only one activity and have lunch on us -in lieu- of the second activity . Is this where the confusion started?
Our manager will call you to clarify everything with you.
Much aloha
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/07/06 |
Activity Date: | 2016/06/29 |
Reviewed by: Laura
It was great, i got picked up and he drove out to the northshore, showed us around the town and then the activities started. He was very available to pickup after each activity and drop you off where you wanted to go. Waterfall, snorkeling, shrimp truck, beach time & stand up paddle board, it was great. There are other activities to pick from. He even stopped because he saw a sea turtle was sitting on the beach, so we could see it and take pics, it was great!
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2016/06/06 |
Activity Date: | 2016/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Angela
This tour is a great way to see and experience the North Shore from the land and in the water. Our tour guide (HC) knew his way around the island like nobody's business. He went the extra mile to ensure we had a great time. Plenty of time for snorkeling, bike riding, checking out waterfalls, SUP or kayaking AND SHOPPING! I highly recommend!
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/05/29 |
Activity Date: | 2016/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Monty Magnet
Taking this tour was very helpful in making sure we made the most out of our visit. Our guide gave us a detailed review of the area so that we were able to make an informed decision on our activities. I would definitely recommend this tour.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/04/25 |
Activity Date: | 2016/04/22 |
Reviewed by: Lauren
We loved this trip. The guide was super helpful and friendly. We will be booking this trip again.
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/04/07 |
Activity Date: | 2015/05/14 |
Reviewed by: Georgie C
I think our guides name was AC... he was amazing, had so much interesting information, made the drive to the north shore very entertaining.
First stop was Haleiwa Town on the north shore where we could have a look around and even got to try the famous shave ice. Next a drive along the shore to see all the amazing beaches and even some celebrity houses, then had a stop at the pipeline for some photos, and then he took us to see all the activities so we knew what they all were.
My friend and I chose the waterfall hike/swim, then AC took us the Waimea Bay for a swim, then the kayaking in the afternoon, and a great burger from Haleiwa Town. On the way back to Waikiki we stopped at a beach famous for turtles and we saw one on the beach. AC then dropped us off at the dole plantation - a complete surprise - so we could have a look around and try the dole whip. On the drive back AC played some stand up comedy on the tv so we could all relax and have a laugh.
Overall an incredible day!
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/04/02 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/12 |
Reviewed by: Lani S.
I wanted to head out to the North Shore, but did not want to sit on a stodgy bus all day and listen to someone drone on and on. The Surf Bus was the PERFECT choice since I not only got to experience the highlights of the area, but got to do some fun activities as well.
I decided to do Snorkeling, the Waimea Falls nature walk and SUP. Harry was very accommodating about squeezing in two activities for the morning section, and I am so happy that he did. The snorkeling was AMAZING! It was literally like swimming in an aquarium. I got to be in the water for a little over an hour and then I was picked up to go to Waimea Falls Park. The walk was quite easy, and if you have a hard time walking, shuttles are available for $10 round-trip at the park. I didn't go into the water since I just wanted to sit and relax, but the walk to and from the waterfall was about 45 minutes total. REALLY beautiful.
For my afternoon, I chose SUP and even though I had never done it before, I figured it out pretty quickly after the briefing from the guys at the surf store. I never quite made it to the "stand up" part of "stand up paddling", but my "sit up" paddle was just as fun and I made it all the way down the river.
With about an hour left before I had to meet the bus, I had a delicious burger and fries at Teddy's Bigger Burger and washed that all down with some shave ice from Matsumotos (lychee and strawberry YUM!). All in all, a great experience and wonderful way to see the best of the North Shore in a day :)
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2016/02/17 |
Reviewed by: -PAUL-
I mentioned this before on the phone. This was fun, but was only able to do one activity. Unfortunately the ad misleads you into thinking you can do whatever activities, whenever. You are allowed to swim, snorkel, bike ride or hike in the morning. Then you can either surf(which you cant cause it will cost you more when you never did it, apparently you have to take a lesson before using their boards), kayak, or stand up paddleboard in the afternoon. It just was a disappointment to have an expectaion of what to get for my day, then not do it. In other words, two spereate locations for the morning and afternoon activities, so majority of your time is traveling. Which is fine, but also would of have a different opinion. Knowing what i know now, i probably would never choosen this activity.
I missed the bus to go to the afternoon location, needless to say i was given the wrong time by tourist, but honsestly by the time i got there, i was out of time. One thing that is odd is the memory game, being dropped off somwhere and being picked up elsewhere. However, the people that works at the snorkel rental place, especially that young kid, clueless to his surroundings. Knew who i was & i who else i was there with in regards of the other party on the tour bus & couldnt inform me of the other party making it back. So knowing the time i had to be picked up, this kid not being observant and missing the bus is all my fault, right? So thanks for that! I had to wait for the city bus to pick me up to find out where the tour bus was to get back on it.
All in all, i only did one activity and did a lot of sitting & waiting around. Snorkeling was fun, but was my excitement was short lived with the turmoil. I had fun snorkeling, and thats about it. Oh yeah, dont worry, ill take care of that bus fare!
We are sorry you got the pick up times mixed up and were forced to catch a city bus to catch up , therefore missing your second activity. Normally we have other drivers on the North Shore and could have expatiated things so sorry for that too.PLEASE GIVE US A FUTURE DATE TO COMP YOU THE TOUR SO WE CAN SHOW YOU WHAT ITS REALLY LIKE.
P.S; FOR SAFTEY REASONS SURFING IS THE ONLY ACTIVITY WHICH IF YOU HAVE NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE WE REQUIRE YOU DO A LESSON. Those with some prior experience may surf with our basic package pricing.
Aloha Justin
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Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2016/01/11 |
Activity Date: | 2015/05/16 |
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