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The Surf Bus

PO Box 814, Haleiwa, Oahu, HI
Ranked #7 of 16 tours in Haleiwa
4.5 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Tours and Activities on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii.Not only you get to see the most beautiful beaches in Oahu, but you also have a chance to do...... more » Owner description: Tours and Activities on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii.Not only you get to see the most beautiful beaches in Oahu, but you also have a chance to do something fun! Either kayak, stand up paddle, snorkel, walk to a waterfall, swim, bike ride, bodyboard, learn to surf or just cruise on the beach. Visit historic Haleiwa town for lunch and shopping and get up close to the Hawaiian green sea turtles, all on this full day activities tour! « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Unfortunately I was only able to enjoy the first few hours of the tour. The person I was traveling with became ill at Waimea Falls and was taken by ambulance to the nearest hospital. All my belongings were still on the bus. At 4:00 it was determined my friend had to stay in the hospital. We were 40 miles north... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

In Feb we took the Surf Bus to the up to the North Shore. We wanted to be able to get there without the hassle of hiring a car, but at the same time, have time to be able to do our own thing. Our guide/driver was a very friendly local who grew up in the area so was quite... More

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Winnipeg
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

This tour was a great way for us to visit the North Shore for the first time. It was a relaxed tour with lots of time to do activities on our own. I would definitely recommend it for people who like a more relaxed tour. More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

This is a great way to escape Waikiki and see the other side of Hawaii. The tour picks you up at the hotel and drops you off st the north shore, you can choose where you want to hang out and what you want to do. Very peaceful and the garlic shrimp and steak are 5 star!! My favorite tour... More

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Otown
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

We have been back from our vacation for a few days now and still Hawaii shines in our thoughts. The Surf Bus excursion stands out as the tour that fit our kind of travel experience best. Customizing your adventure is a huge plus. The freedom to roam the North Shore area was very enjoyable. Great food, Ron Artis Family band,... More

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Bedford, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2012

This was a day tour to Hawaii's North shore with one activity included. Due to storms the river was suffering from 'brown water' and the sea was too choppy for surfing etc. so in terms of activities are only real option was a walk through Waimea Falls Park which was lovely. We stopped at the Pipeline, Sunset Beach, Waimea Bay... More

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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2012

Great tour which allows you to choose what you want to do - our guide was patient and informative with the geography and history of the island - really worth your time and money to see the North shore - highly recommend! More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2012

Loved this tour. Laid back and great fun. Wonderful to be able to pick and choose what you wanted to do. Harry was great.... really looked after us all while still giving you the freedom to kick about yourself, go paddle boarding, surfing, snorkelling, walking, swimming - whatever you chose to do ... (great food up there too). Brilliant value... More

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Hillsboro, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2012
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Through some mix up with the bus driver my wife and I ended up being left behind at the hotel. I called the phone number on the ticket and got a hold of Justin. Rather than just refunding our money Justin told us he would take care of us and make things right. He instructed us to take a taxi... More

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Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

Justin was great even though we could not go on the trip due to a 3 day rainstorm. I spoke with him 2 days in a row and the rain just would not stop so Justin was kind and said he would give us a refund. Next time I will try again. If you have sun you must go on... More

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