
Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 77 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu worth booking?
Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu is a 8-hour experience in Oahu, United States, from $80 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 77 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (77)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $80 per person
We have designed this tour to provide you with a very challenging and rewarding hike, followed by visits to some of our favorite local beaches. These beaches include a lookout over Makapu'u Beach and a visit to the legen
What you get
About this experience
We have designed this tour to provide you with a very challenging and rewarding hike, followed by visits to some of our favorite local beaches. These beaches include a lookout over Makapu'u Beach and a visit to the legendary shorebreak beach, Sandy's! This is an active day along our guides' personal favorite part of the island. This is also one of our most popular excursions among our backpacker guests!
What's included
Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Lunch
- Bottled water
What you'll see and do
Koko Crater Arch Trail
This is a pretty challenging hike up 1077 stairs in which you will be rewarded with excellent views of all of the Southeast Portion of O'ahu!
120 minutes here
Koko Marina Center
This will be our lunch stop for the day. There are plenty of options, such as plate lunches, acai bowls, poke bowls, shave ice, and others.
60 minutes here
Makapu‘U Point
This will be a relatively quick stop for pictures and an overview of the landscape provided by your guide. This is an absolutely stunning viewpoint.
30 minutes here
Sandy Beach Park
This will be a relatively quick stop designed to let the guests experience what a real local beach looks like. This beach is known for large, dangerous shorebreak waves that break directly onto the shoreline. It is famous for expert bodyboarding and bodysurfing.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oahu
You should see a covered carport area with a sign that reads "Beach Waikiki Boutique". You should also see a van and a group of people waiting, excited for their day!
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
You should see a covered carport area with a sign that reads "Beach Waikiki Boutique". You should also see a van and a group of people waiting, excited for their day!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Aloha Paradise Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The total duration includes travel time and stops.
Photos



What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 77 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Physical effort
5 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
77 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A real hike
Free beautiful stair climber with fabulous view!
via Tripadvisor
No-show, no-talk,. no-feedback: AVOID LIKE THE PLAGUE
DO NOT BOOK THIS "experience" AT ALL COSTS! I booked the Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O‘ahu through Viator, operated by Aloha Paradise Tours, and it was a complete disaster. I have already asked for a FULL REFUND. Read below: I arrived 38 minutes early (8:22 AM) at the exact pickup location listed on the ticket. The tour was scheduled to start at 9:00 AM — yet no one ever showed up. I waited patiently until 9h25 AM, repeatedly tried to contact the operator via phone, chat, and email — no response whatsoever. This is unacceptable and unprofessional. The operator simply vanished, leaving me stranded with no updates, no courtesy call, nothing. It’s outrageous that Viator continues to list such unreliable partners. I’m giving one star only because zero stars isn’t an option. Travelers deserve better than this kind of negligence and radio silence. Avoid Aloha Paradise Tours at all costs — it’s a complete waste of time and money. I ended up spending 60 USD on Uber and did the experience on my own. The Viator tour is HIGHLY UNRECOMMENDED. Avoid these guys like the plague!
via Viator
Disappointed
We were never picked up. No one answered the phone or responded to texts until it was too late for them to come get us. We were told they picked up everyone and we were not on the roster. I had to send a screen shot of my ticket as proof.
via Tripadvisor
Unprofessional
This tour or company is very UNPROFESSIONAL! I showed up to the meeting place half an hour early, then checked again 5 Minutes before the time and no one was there!!!! They didn’t have the respect to call you or message you that it’s not happening or whatsoever! I NEED MY MONEY BACK!!!
via Viator
Tour company never arrived.
Tour company never arrived for pick-up. Contact numbers do not work. Tried several times to reach the company and waited over 2 hours.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Fri
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 27
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oahu.
How much does Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu cost?
+
Prices start at $80 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oahu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu take?
+
Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Oahu is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 77 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Oahu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu?
+
Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu?
+
Around 27 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Oahu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Oahu and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Oahu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Oahu?
+
On Outty we rank every Oahu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Oahu: Full or Half Day Grand Circle Island Tour, Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling, Pearl Harbor Remembered Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Oahu?
+
Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Oahu?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu.
Pick your date




