Waimea Botanical Garden and Waterfall and Kualoa Ranch
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Honolulu, USA
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See many of Oahu's most interesting attractions in a single day on this island circle tour. Stops include Diamond Head State Monument, Halona Blowhole, a macadamia farm, and the Dole Plantation, with time to sample treats like banana lumpia and malasada. Hotel pickup is included for a convenient start to your day.
- Travel in an air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi
- Stop along the way to try local treats (at your own expense)
- Hotel pickup from Waikiki hotels is included
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicleWe Pick our Guests up Directly from All Hotel's anywhere within Waikiki.
- Entrance fee - Entrance to Waimea is Included.
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- No Large Motorized Scooters.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Please Read Before Booking: ** Any Bookings within 24 Hours of Tour Starting, Please Contact the Company Directly to Confirm your Tour prior to Payment. ** We No longer stop at the Byodo-In Temple. We have replaced the Byodo-In Stop with the Kualoa Ranch Stop. Please let the Booking Agent Know Your Hotel within Waikiki and we will pick you up Directly from your Hotel. Please Do Not Walk to any Other Hotel for Pick Up. **ALL HOTEL PICK UP'S: Start at 6:35am Thru 6:45am* Mahalo Nui Loa, Captain Vince, Owner Attention: **All Booking Agents and Customers. We Pick up from every Hotel within Waikiki!* **The Owner will send out a Group Text the day before every Tour to notify all Guests of all Details of the Tour* HOTEL PICK UP: Starts at 6:35 am to 6:45am to ensure an 7:00am Tour Start. This keeps the Group in front of all other Tour Companies and makes for a very smooth day with all Stop's. Tardiness for pick up's will not be tolerated on Shared Tour. Hilton Hawaiian Village Guests, Your Pick up will be at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Bus Terminal below the Grand Islander at 6:35am "Outside" of Waikiki Pick Up's: Please call with any pick up's outside of the Waikiki area so we can discuss your transportation options to get into Waikiki and which location to meet the Shuttle or Transit. Koolina and North Shore Guests will have to make transportation arrangements or call Company directly for cost of Transportation. Call the Owner to discuss. Cruise Ship Pick Up Times are determined by the time Guests Disembark. Drivers will not lift any Motorized Wheelchair. Mahalo Nui Loa. Captain Vince, Owner
Start time.6:35 am
Itinerary
Waikiki Beach (Pass By)
1
Diamond Head State Monument
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Halona Blowhole
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
New Hawaii's Treasures
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Leonard's Bakery Malasada Truck
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Kualoa Ranch
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Kuilima Farm Stand
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Waimea Botanical Gardens, Oahu
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
8
North Shore Macadamia Nut Company
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Dole Plantation
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
10
Liliha Bakery Nimitz
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Iolani Palace (Pass By)
King Kamehameha I Statue (Pass By)
11
Shimazu Shave ice
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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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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Featured review
Esperanza_K
We had a fantastic experience on this tour! It ended up being just my husband and I on the tour bus. Captain Vince went above and beyond by giving us a private, customized day instead of canceling.
He was engaging, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great time. Captain Vince truly makes you feel like family. Every stop was enjoyable, and he even added a surprise visit to Kualoa Ranch, which made the day extra special.
Highly recommend this tour! Captain Vince will truly make this an unforgettable experience!
Reviews
4.9
based on 312 reviews
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farrah_W, Aug 2026
What can we say about Captain Vince and this tour? He is simply the best on Oahu. Knowledgeable, punctual, engaging, and genuinely fun all at once, Captain Vince turned our day into an unforgettable experience. Our family learned so much about the island in just one day, and he expertly guided us to the best photo spots as well as the most popular local food places. We give Captain Vince two big thumbs way up! Mahalo nui loa!
milijuarez1011, Jul 2026
My daughters and I had a really great experience! Captain Vince is extremely nice and friendly. He gave a lot of information about the island. We definitely came home and learned new things. I definitely recommend to book a tour with him!
Kristine_N, Jul 2026
My fiancé and I had the most incredible day with Captain Vince. There was only us and another person, so it felt very intimate and special. The bus was well air-conditioned and the ride was smooth throughout the entire day. Everywhere we went was so beautiful, especially Waimea Valley where we swam in a gorgeous waterfall. We also ate some delicious food, from Leonard’s malasadas to Liliha Bakery. But what sets this tour apart is Captain Vince. He is funny, knowledgeable, and goes out of his way to accommodate his clients and provide the best experience possible. He has a truly beautiful soul, and we’re so lucky to have crossed paths with him during our trip to Oahu. If you are thinking about doing an island tour, this is the one. You won’t regret it!
Abigail_C, Jun 2026
Capt V is the absolute best. You get to see a little bit of everything on the island. There is something for everyone along this tour. We loved swimming in the waterfall, stopping at all the iconic sites, and enjoying all the amazing food! I would totally take this tour again. Capt V is the reason this tour stands out from all the others. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see a little bit of everything Oahu had to offer. Capt V provides information regarding the history of Hawaii, takes pictures for you along the entire route, and was very attentive to everyone’s needs/wants in our group. PLEASE GO ON THIS TOUR!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Abbi and Jack, My Newest Rock Stars. I could not be prouder of you Two Kiddos. Congrats on the Marriage and I appreciate the time the 4 of us spent on Wednesday. I will forever add you two to my Prayers. Many Years of Happiness for you both.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Alexandra_G, Jun 2026
We highly recommend Captain Vince if you are looking for a tour of a lifetime! He is communicative, on schedule and informative. We came to Hawai’i not only for vacation but also to learn and connect with the culture and community. This tour was exactly that and more because of Captain Vince’s beautiful and fun spirit.
My favorite place of this tour was the Waimea botanical Garden connecting to the land and the beauty of mother nature and the blessing she has to offer. In addition to eating delicious foods and treats.
We had great conversation too! Instantly Captain Vince felt like family “Ohana” and after the tour he became Ohana.
Thank you so much for the experience!
We highly recommend taking this tour.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Alexandra, You all were Amazing and your Littke Daughter reminded me og my Grand Daughter. What a day we had. So grateful I am too meet so.many Amazing folks from all.walks of life. I will be reaching out on March 30th fornBaby Girls Birthday. ❤️
Mahalo Nui Loa and "A Hui Hou",
Captain Vince
Ashley_B, Jun 2026
If you are looking for a full circle tour then look no further than Captain Vince.
The Captain only does this tour with a small bus. And that is way better than a 52 seate. And to boot, there were only 4 of us (shout out to Steve & Marie), almost 121.
All along the day, The Captain kept us entettained with information about the stop, island history & culture and himself. Even had a continuous "quiz" going 😆 to keep "the family" entertained betwren stops.
Even at the "purchase" stops, The Captain knew the people and easrd us into the facilitues like friends.
And the banter with his fellow tour competitors was great.
Be willing yo get up early and let The Captain be ahead of the pack at the stops to minimise wait times.
Totally fantastic day.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Ashley, I am.very thankful for your kind words and the fact that you notiiced the small details. Being in front of all the other groups keeps us away from big crowds. You all were Awesome with your timing.
Mahalo Nui Loa My Ohana,
Captain Vince
Jasmine_J, May 2026
Captain Vince was great! Very knowledgeable and friendly! We had a very small group so he brought us out in his convertible and it made the experience 10x better! Would definitely recommend!
Response from Host, May 2026
Jasmine and Lucas,
I was speaking to David and bragging about you three and what a day we had. I.am so Blessed to meet the most Amazing folks from all over the World. You two are my Newest Rock Stars.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
David_W, May 2026
The tour was great! Very similar to the Grand Circle Island Tour with the addition of the Waimea Botanical Gardens and Pali Lookout.
The thing that really added to things was the tour guide Captain Vince. He was upbeat, made sure to fill us in on local custom/language, and just made sure to make things fun. Driving around the island in a convertible was a blast!
Response from Host, May 2026
David, What a Joy I it was with this Group of Three.
I really appreciate our personal talk. You will forever be in my Prayers.
We will meet again one day soon.
Mahalo Nui Loa and "A Hui Hou",
Captain Vince
Christina_D, May 2026
My best friend and I spent the day touring with Captain Vince with 1 Epic Tour and it was hands down one of the highlights of our trip! From the moment he greeted us in the lobby, we knew we were in for something special. He was attentive, funny, knowledgeable, and made us feel like family the entire time.
We loved how he included fun games that also taught us about Hawaiian culture—it made the day even more meaningful. I would book with him again in a heartbeat. If you’re visiting Oahu, don’t miss the chance to tour with Captain Vince!
Response from Host, May 2026
Awe Christine,
We had an Amazing time and a day I will never forget. I cannot think you two enough. Looking forward in you all returning to Hawaii.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
EDWARD_S, May 2026
Captain Vince is an amazing tour guide! He takes you on a very scenic tour with picturesque views!! He is even gracious enough to take your keepsake photographs for you!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Edward,
I am so grateful for your kind words and the chance to hangout on the Island of Oahu for a Day.
Please, let me know whenever you are visiting Hawaii.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Patricia_T, Apr 2026
What a lot of fun!
.Captain Vince made it such fun. What a great tour guide and just plain wonderful human being! A great trip around the Island and learned a lot.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Patricia, Another sastisfied Guest/Ohana. This is what it is all about. I enjoyed you on the Tour as well as meeting Justin.
I cannot Thank you enough for your Kind Heart. Many Blessings to You.
Until the next time "A Hui Hou".
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Mardia_D, Apr 2026
Captain Vince. I would give him 10/10.. Honestly please don’t hesitate to book with him. If you looking for a tour guy , he’s the one and only I’ll recommend.. he’s so friendly, fun, very knowledgeable about the island.. he will keep you engaged the whole tour and he goes above and beyond the whole tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Mardia, Your kind words are very appreciated. What a Blessing it was to meet you. Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime you and the Family are back in Hawaii.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Esperanza_K, Apr 2026
We had a fantastic experience on this tour! It ended up being just my husband and I on the tour bus. Captain Vince went above and beyond by giving us a private, customized day instead of canceling.
He was engaging, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great time. Captain Vince truly makes you feel like family. Every stop was enjoyable, and he even added a surprise visit to Kualoa Ranch, which made the day extra special.
Highly recommend this tour! Captain Vince will truly make this an unforgettable experience!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Esperanza,
How Special is your Review as well as you and your Husband. I sincerely enjoyed you both. I am so Blessed to meet so many Amazing people from all over the World.
Mahalo Nui Loa and "A Hui Hou",
Captain Vince
Alexander_R, Apr 2026
Amazing tour guide I give him a 10 out of five rating. I will definitely book with him again in the future when I come back to Hawaii. He was very welcoming, funny and showed his passion for what he does. It was nothing but a stellar experience.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
You all never miss with your kind words. Makes an Old Fella feel Special. This is what it is all about.
On a 1 Epic Tour it is more of an Experience and I am glad you enjoyed as well as recognized.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
George_W, Mar 2026
Very good trip. Tour person has a lot of the knowledge about Hawaiian, he knows how to communicate with people and we are became friends (truthfulness, compassion and forbearance).
We learn a lot from him and will recommend to other people about this tour.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Aloha Dr George, It was such a pleasure meeting you and the Wife
I appreciate your Review and will never forget this group.
Even tbough we had a Bad Attitude with some of the young folks the rest of us pushed through.
Mahalo for being so "Amazing",
Captain Vince
russellgander, Mar 2026
This tour was booked as a group tour, however my wife and I were the only two participating. The guide, Capt. Vince went ahead with the tour anyway, which was very much to our advantage, it had become a private tour. The tour was exceptional, Capt. Vince's local knowledge of both the Island, and the people we were dealing with first class.
The tour left our hotel at 6.30am to get ahead of the crowds later in the day, and did exactly that. We found we didn't have to line up anywhere. The tour was excellent and the guide, Capt. Vince was first class.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
I am almost positive this is Russell and Lindy.
What a Day with juat the three of us. It pleases my Spirit when I accomodate 2 as My Heart says do not do it everytime.
Thankful I did and what a pleasure to meet you both.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
jen_b, Mar 2026
Captain Vince was an awesome captain and tour guide showed us a lot of great spots all over the island. Tell us a little bit of the native tongue. My family and I had a great time would definitely look Captain Vince up when we come back.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Jen, Your Review is much appreciated. A good time around the Island for sure. Looking forward to the next time you are in Hawaii.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Sophia_W, Feb 2026
This was the best experience! Captain Vince went above and beyond. He ensured all passengers were engaged, entertained, and having fun while experiencing true Hawaiian culture / traditions. He is SO knowledgeable and answered every question we had with enthusiasm. He truly wants his passengers to have a great experience. I would 100% recommend this tour over tours offered with other companies. Definitely a highlight of the trip!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Sophia, What a wonderful Review. You were the Young Gun on the Tour yet so much Wisdom you have. Many Blessings to you as you continue to navigate.
See you one day in Minnesota when it is not "Cold"
HaHa
Ohana for.Life.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Julie_N, Feb 2026
Great, comprehensive tour of Oahu. Captain Vince is knowledgeable, personable, and kept us entertained the entire 9 hours. :-) His was the only tour we could find that took us to both the Byodo-In Temple and the Waimea Falls -- they were "must-sees" for us. We highly recommend Captain Vince and this tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
It never gets old hearing all of my guests kind words.
You are all my "Ohana" and I am veru Grateful daily to meet so many wonderful folks from all over the World.
Mahalo Nui Loa
Captain Vince
Helen_P, Jan 2026
The tour was fantastic. The tour group really bonded. Our tour leader Captain Vince was the best. He was very engaging, learned a lot about Oahu and saw some amazing places. Highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Helen,
What can I say to your Review above a Thank You, So So Much.
You described "1 Epic Tour" in a Nut Shell.
Hair Down and Enjoy Paradise as a Family.
A Hui Hou
"Until We Neet Again",
Captain Vince
Danielle_S, Jan 2026
Captain Vince is engaging, knowledgeable, and aims to please! We had the best day and enjoyed ourselves immensely.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Danielle,
Never a Dull moment on the 1 Epic Tour. I am so so.Blessed to meet so many Wonderful people from all over the World.
Mahalo for.allowing me to share our Island with you.
Captain Vince
Heather_S, Jan 2026
Super fun tour! Captain Vince was terrific! Loved all the stops! Would highly recommend this tour to everyone!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Heather, What a day with the four of us from this group. You all made my day. I have to be the most Blessed Tour Guide to be able to meet so many Amazing Folks from all over the World.
Mahalo,
Captain Vince
Jennifer_J, Jan 2026
Captain Vincent provided us the best overview of the island for our first day! He was prompt with our hotel pick up time and started the tour early to stay ahead of the other tours! Perfection! We learned so much history and many Hawaiian words and phrases in a short amount of time. The stops were wonderful and he explained the pass bys thoroughly. We highly recommend a tour with Captain Vince.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Jennifer, I enjoyed your entire Family.
We had a blast of a day. I cannot send enough Aloha's over your generosity and I look forward in seeing the Ohana again.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Lisa_V, Dec 2025
Captain Vince was so much fun and knowledgeable. It was such a great way to see the island and not only see tourist locations but also drive through the Ahupua’as.
If you want to learn about the island, have fun, do some shopping and see some great sights, this is the tour!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Lisa, You three were Incredible. I am grateful to have met you, Donna and Bill.
I look forward in your return to the Island.
Mahalo for Everything,
Captain Vince
Lisa_W, Nov 2025
Tour was amazing! Fun, personable, knowledgeable and connected everyone in the group for a fun day! He knows the area and taught us all Hawaiian terms and how to be respectful of those who call this home! Great treats song the way too!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Mahalo for your kind words and allowing me to show you our Beautiful Island. What a day we had.
Let me know when you are ever heading back to the Island.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Capfain Vince
Catherine_G, Nov 2025
This was a great way to get to know the island. I recommend this tour at the start of your journey. There are a ton of great highlights of things you will want to go back and experience yourself. Captain Vincent was an exceptional tour guide that kept it light fun and entertaining.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Catherine, I enjoyed my group and you all are added "Ohana".
I want to thank you for your support as well as your Review.
Mahalo,
Captain Vince
Diane_L, Oct 2025
WE ABSOLUTELY ENJOYED OUR DAY TOUR. The company (and driver), are very mindful of time. We were coming off a cruiseship : Guide/driver was punctual and very mindful of returning us to ship on time. He was VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE and we got a good lesson in the history of the Island, its people, etc., etc. We were a party of 4, and all agreed that it was money well spent. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND THE TOUR COMPANY.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Diane, On behalf of 1 Epic Tour. This is exactly what we want to hear from our Guests whom become "Ohana".
So glad you enjoyed and look forward in this groups return to the Island of Oahu.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Gilles_B, Oct 2025
Justin was our tour guide in Honolulu. He was so knowledgeable and friendly. He took time to explain and share the history and the culture. We had an amazing time and would definitely book another tour with Viator especially with Justin.
The booking process was easy. The day before our tour, we received clear directions to get to meeting point and Justin kept in touch with us to confirm meeting time as we were arriving by cruise ship.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
On behalf of 1 Epic Tour. I'd like to personally send an huge Mahalo.
Justin is an Extrordinary Guide.
I am so Grateful he is someone I can Lean on and never worry that our Guests are being taken care of.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Stephen_C, Oct 2025
Captain Vince took great care of us. We were treated very well at all of our stops. He knows the route very well and made sure that we were not at our stops with all of the big tour buses. Vince is very personable and knew us all by name. Be ready to learn about Oahu. 🤙
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Your kind words are well received. I am so Blessed to meet and hang out with some of the "Best" folks from all walks of Life.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
Rebekah_M, Oct 2025
This tour was amazing! Captain Vince was so funny and so personable it felt like going on a tour with a long time friend. We had the honor of doing one of his more personal tours so it was just us and one other couple and it was amazing. Captain made sure we got there before it got too crowded to certain places which allowed us the time to actually enjoy ourselves. 10/10 would recommend.
Mahalo Nui Loa 🤙 - T & R Martin
P.S. Captain Vince will make sure you can speak several Hawaiian words before you leave the tour. We learned so much!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
I really appreciate the shout out. We had a Great day. I appreciate the smaller groups at times. Looking forward to your return on the Island.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Captain Vince
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