Honolulu Rainforest Self-Guided Audio Tour
Oahu, USA
- 4 to 5 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
The rainforest area above Honolulu—Tantalus and Round Top Drive through the Koolau foothills—covers a scenic loop most visitors don't know about, with viewpoints such as Tantalus Lookout that aren't part of standard Oahu tourist routes. A GPS-linked audio app provides turn-by-turn directions plus Hawaiian stories and cultural context at each stop along the rainforest drive.
- Forget the rush of large tour groups and explore at a pace that suits you
- Enjoy the freedom to explore independently, with an audio guide to show you the way
- Listen to stories and immerse yourself in Hawaiian history as you explore
- Offline map ensures you stay on track without Wi-Fi or data needed;
What's Included
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Tours NEVER expire
- Take the tour when you want
- Tour Start is Customizable
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Meals & Refreshment
- Entrance Fees
- Parking FeesUSD5.00 per booking
- Entrance fee - Foster Botanical GardenUSD5.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
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.Operating hours
- 18/5/2026 - 4/7/2027
Monday - Sunday : 12:00 am - 11:30 pm
Itinerary
1
Manoa Falls
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Lyon Arboretum
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Mānoa Chinese Cemetery
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Manoa Marketplace Farmer's Market
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Na Ala Hele: Tantalus-Arboretum Trail
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
7
Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
8
Foster Botanical Gardens
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
9
Shimazu Shave ice
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
10
Chinatown
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
11
Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Park
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
12
Waikiki
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
- This tour is completed in a loop, starting and ending in Waikiki.
- Expect to spend 3-5 hours on the tour.
- We recommend starting before 11:00 a.m.
- The only spot to grab food is at Manoa Marketplace.
- Lyon Arboretum is open from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on weekdays and closed on weekends; there’s no admission fee but a donation is recommended.
- Tantalus Lookout is open daily from 7:00 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.
- Lili’uokalani Botanical Garden is open daily from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific is open daily from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Foster Botanical Garden is open daily from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. There is a nominal entrance fee to enter
- Bring some cash! Parking at Manoa Falls is cash only.
- Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
- The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
- Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
- Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
- Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.3
based on 7 reviews
Monreeck_J, Feb 2025
I was in Hawaii for my 55th birthday I took this tour because I could drive myself and be on my own time it was a wonderful tour the guide was extremely easy to understand easy to hear and told you exactly what you needed to do and if you followed it your experience will turn out magnificent so I had a beautiful time and I recommend this to anyone who wants to do a tour on their own time
Response from Host, Feb 2025
We're delighted to receive your positive feedback! Our team works hard to create the best user experience possible, and it's always gratifying to see that our efforts are paying off.
Dee_T, Feb 2025
Great navigation and history. Folloewd a perfect pace and could stop and start as needed. Wonderful options to stop and experience trails and nature. Narrator tends to undersell the level of difficulty but still awesome. Loved it!!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
So happy to hear you had an amazing time on your Shaka Guide tour. Hope to see you all again on more Shaka Guide adventures. 🤙😍🤙
Tacey_P, Apr 2024
It has terrible! We drove around Honolulu trying to find the starting point, got so frustrated after an hour, that we gave up! There was no clear, concise instructions on how to use it! I want a refund!
Shannon_F, July 2023
Windy roads. We saw lots of wild life and enjoyed the narration. There is not more to say. It was nice to get out and enjoy the sites
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Aloha! Thank you for your kind feedback. We are reviewing this and several other suggestions for future updates.
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