| Length of Tour |
5 hours
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| Distance Walked |
4 miles
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| Total walking time: |
3.5 hours
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| Trail rating/Difficulty: |
Moderate
*Tours with this designation involve some physical activity such as walking over uneven / unpaved surfaces, climbing mildly steep terrain. It is not steep trail though, elevation gain is only about 300 feet from the trailhead on foot. |
| Participants: |
This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or for children under the age of five years old.
*(Guests should be capable of walking 3.5 miles and climb mild uphill.) |
| Tour is operated |
Monday and Friday |
| Departure time |
We can pick you up from any Waikiki hotel at 7:00AM and bring you back by 12:00PM.
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| Pick-up Location |
We can pick you up at any Waikiki hotel.
*(If you are staying outside of Waikiki, (Ihilani, Ko'olina or the Turtle Bay Resort, etc.) and coming to town by rental car we recommend that you meet us at the Ala Moana hotel (410 Atkinson Drive) where there is ample parking for you across from the hotel in the shopping center's parking lot. |
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Oahu Nature Tours provides per person: |
| Trail Fee: |
We pay the admission fee for you to all visited locations and trails on every tour |
| Transportation : |
Your tour includes roundtrip transportation to and from any Waikiki hotel |
| Beverage: |
Bottled spring water |
| Other: |
Our main focus is conservation through education, while having fun at the same time. We are not a shuttle service, our professional, trained and knowledgeable guides will accompany you on the entire trail, explaining its geological formation, historical facts, legends and show you its unique species, and provide a safe and memorable experience.
- Rain gear, use of backpacks and walking staffs are also provided for all guests. |
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Additional Items
To Bring/Wear By Guests: |
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and walking shoes (tennis shoes or sneakers are best). Please bring a rain jacket or rainponcho.
- Sun screen is recommended to those who have sensitive skin. |
| Cancellation Policy: |
We don't charge any cancellation fees if you notify us in time but because we have to schedule your guides and vehicles in advance, a minimum 24-hour notice required prior to departure time for rescheduling or cancelling your tour. Tours cancelled or rescheduled within the last 24 hours are non-refundable. |
| Vehicle Information |
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| Air Conditioning |
yes |
| Public Address system |
yes
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| Frequently asked questions about this tour |
How many people are assigned to one guide?
No more than 12 guests.
What about safety?
Our guides carry cellular phones and a first aid kit and have American Red Cross certification in CPR and first aid.
Do we need to make reservations in advance?
This is highly recommended to make sure you can select the exact date and departure time that fits your vacation schedule.
Is this a good tour for children?
All of our hiking adventures are suitable for children 5 years or older.
What are the trail conditions like?
It is a well-maintained rainforest trail. |
"David Strauch was a wonderful guide. Without David, I would never have smelled a cinnamon tree, eaten a raw coffee bean, watched tiny snails crawl over huge leaves, known what a kukui nut was, or climbed to the top of a glorious ridge in the Ko'olau Mountains. He was knowledgeable, considerate, and clear. "
Veronica Hughes, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
"Hi,We both loved the two tours we did, very educational and most fun, the people on the group were lovely to and we had dinner that evening with a couple we met. A real big thank you to our guide who guided us on both the Hawaiian Waterfall Hiking Adventure and the Mountain Rainforest Adventure our guide was Mike, thanks for helping to make our time more wonderful in Paradise :-)"
lex & Adria Derbyshire - UK
"I had the privilege of being a part of your Mountain Rainforest Adventure hike on November 11, 2002. It is a memory that I will always think back on in awe. I was able to see the most beautiful part of Oahu that I would have missed had I not taken this tour. Our tour guide, Joseph was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and very kind, as was Lance, our guide trainee. They helped make the tour both fun and interesting. I very highly recommend Oahu Nature Tours!!"
Dorene Perkins, Monee, IL USA
"I want to extend my gratitude to you and your guides at the professionalism that I experienced when I recently took two of you tours on my trip to Oahu. The tours that I went on were the mountain rainforest adventure on October 23 and the Diamond Head sunrise hike. On both of my tours I enjoyed the knowledge, caring and pure professionalism shown by your guide Joseph. I will recommend your services to everyone I know that will be traveling in Hawaii. Again thank you for an enjoyable experience."
Erik Paulsonbr, Champaign , IL USA
"The mountain forest nature tour was very educational and totally enjoyable. We learnt so much from you Michael and you made our trip so worth while. There were so many different issues that you covered and we felt privlegded to have been part of your tour. Thank you so much for helping make our holiday special......see you again soon."
Debbie and Kevin, Hull, East Yorkshire, England
"The Mountain Forest Adventure Tour was definitely one of the highlights of our recent trip to Oahu! The hike was so refreshing and the scenery was unbeatable! From this tour, we were able to gain a better understanding and a much greater appreciation of the island. Thank you Mike for sharing your knowledge with us. We will recommend your tour to friends and family when they are in Honolulu. We look forward in going on more of your tours the next time we visit Oahu. :)"
Elizabeth & Vince, Vancouver, BC Canada
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