Hawaii Sightseeing & Boating Adventures
Sightseeing Oahu
Circle Island Tour
We will drive you around the entire island of Oahu, Hawaii, with views of the top sightseeing spots, including iconic Diamond Head, Kahala, Halona Blow Hole, Sandy Beach, Waimanalo Beach, Kailua, Lanikai Beach, Turtle Bay, the fabled North Shore and historic Haleiwa town, and so much more. If you wish, we can include some beach relaxation, light hiking, historical and cultural research, a bit of adventure, and perhaps entertainment, such as a luau. We can walk up the family-friendly Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail and stop at “Secret Beach” for a jump in the gentle waves of the turquoise blue South Pacific. We will stop for delicious local grinds at the world famous Kahuku Shrimp trucks and tour the epic North Shore to view the giant waves and check out the professional surfers at the Banzai Pipeline, Waimea Bay, and Sunset Beach. Bring your beach towels, a camera and your smile, we’ll handle the rest of the day 😉 Reviews
Starting at: $79
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Waterfalls & Hiking
Manoa Falls & Kailua Beach
We will start off by hiking the tallest waterfalls (700 feet) on the island of O’ahu. This trail takes you through the bamboo forest and when the trade winds are blowing, it sounds like musical instruments playing along the trail. This hike does require a little stamina and sturdy shoes. After the hike, we’ll drive through the beautiful Ko’Olau Mountains and stop at the Pail Lookout for a 180° degree panoramic view of the Windward & Leeward sides of our island paradise. After a stop for taking pictures, we’ll head down to the tiny village of Kailua where we can stop for some local grinds at Kalapawai Market. Afterwards we’ll make our way to Kailua Beach to watch the kite-surfers and play in the sand + sun + waves. Reviews
Starting at: $89
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Diving & Snorkeling
Scuba Diving
We offer the best diving tours into gorgeous turquoise waters filled with so many beautiful Hawaiian fish, sea turtles, monk seals, majestic Hawaiian sting rays, sharks of various types, tons of reef fish, and other marine life. If this is your first time scuba diving or snorkeling, we have some fun and easy First Time Diving packages. If you are an experienced scuba diver, we offer various scuba diving and snorkeling options that can be designed specifically for you. We have multiple vessels leaving our docks at various times throughout the day, every day, 7 days a week. We provide full gear services or you may bring your own equipment. We also offer same day resort PADI certification for beginner scuba divers. Our licensed instructors are some of the most seasoned experts on the island of Oahu with a perfect safety records going on 20 years who can take you on Oahu wreck dives. 🙂 Reviews
Starting at: $139
Sea Tours
Boat Charters
Enjoy our private charterboats including catamaran and yacht vessels with day and evening options including sailing, snorkeling, whale watching, dolphin watching, fishing, sightseeing, relaxing sunset cruises, massage spa cruises at sea, stand-up padding at sea, proposal cruises, catering, bar services, memorial services, photo-shoots, and many other options aboard one of our sailboats (1 to 12 passengers) or powerboats (2 to 49 passengers). Spectacular views of iconic Diamond Head and marine life with licenced captains who take you on a wonderful experience not to be forgotten on our beautiful vessels. Please call for pricing and arrangements. Reviews
Starting at: $89
Hiking & Sightseeing
Diamond Head & Waimanalo Beach
We will start off with a family-friendly visit to Diamond Head Crater, which you can hike up to the top if you like. Afterwards, we can stop for some yummy crispy Hawaiian Malasadas (famous local donuts). We will drive around the stunning East Oahu coastline stopping along the way at world famous sites, such as beautiful Hanauma Bay, Halona Blow Hole, Makapu’u Point, and Waimanalo Beach. We can stop to play in the waves with sea turtles or simply sunbathe on the beach for that bronze Hawaiian suntan. Reviews
Starting at: $89
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Fishing Charters & Adventures
SportFishing Adventures
Join us for a thrilling sport-fishing adventure in Hawaii. Our deep-sea private fishing charters include some of the best sportfishing boats ever built, capable of taking down the largest tournament game fish in the world. Our amazing captains are local licensed experts who are committed to provide clients with the very best fishing experience possible and will take you on an exciting adventure along Oahu’s fishing grounds with the opportunity of catching Blue Marlin, Yellow Fin Tuna, Wahoo & Mahi Mahi fish depending the day. If this is your first time sport fishing, we will teach you everything you need to know and make sure you have a safe and wonderful time! We love teaching people to fish and sharing adventures!Book now online or call us at (808) 924-4444
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Starting at: $149
Custom Tours
Customize Your Day
Aloha – it’s your vacation – we can do as much or a little as you’d like! From a strenuous hike to the top of Kuliouou Ridge (not for the faint of heart!) with 360° degree views of the entire island 3 1/2 hour hike, or just a day at a hidden remote beach – your preference is our desire. We are here to serve you and help make your stay that much more special and memorable. Up to six (6) people party, pricing depends on time and places. Reviews
Starting at: $89
Custom Tours
Memorable Wedding Packages
We offer a wonderful, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for couples who seek to experience the “wedding of their dreams” at sea or at Hawai’i’s historic chapels. Our unique Waikoa Wedding packages combine the warmth, spirituality and intimacy of a traditional Christian wedding, with the unique and original flavor of real Hawaiian beauty and culture. We are committed to providing the highest quality of wedding service available, with great attention to detail and many photos and video to help capture that dream. We will help couples design a wedding package of choice. We will arrange all the important details – from limousine travel, hair and make-up styling, a beautiful ceremony in the ocean aboard one our gorgeous charter boats or at one of Hawai’i’s historic chapels, and even a photo session at some of Oahu`s most gorgeous beaches. With careful planning, creativity, and imagination, the wedding of your dreams will become reality as our dedicated team to ensure a smooth flow of events on your special day. We will give couples our full support and attention, so that you can simply relax and enjoy the beautiful moments with your loved ones. Waikoa Weddings is uniquely positioned to create a Hawaiian wedding like no other! Reviews
Shuttles & Taxi
Need a big van? Call Big John’s. Seats 15 comfortably. No waiting on others. Big John’s bigger vans. Private tours with a personal touch. 15 years experience. 5 star reviews. We offer boutique transportation services specializing in airport transfers island wide as well as tours for small groups and large groups. We can pick you up at the airport or your hotel or wherever you are. 🙂 Reviews
Starting at: $42
Aloha, E Komo Mai (Welcome) to our Island Paradise.
Big John’s Tours will show you everything!
Join our knowledgeable tour guides on adventures all around Oahu, Hawaii 🙂
Big John’s Tours specializes in providing land and sea tour packages,
designed to provide the ultimate experience and adventures for your friends and family. We can take small groups as well as larger groups up to 20 passengers.
Carolyn B. – 12/19/2020
This was our first time visiting Oahu. We’ve been to Maui and the Big Island. We weren’t really impressed when we initially arrived in Oahu, seemed kind of dirty and big cityish. We ran into Big John at the Moana Surfrider Beach bar and he offered to take us on a tour to see the real island of Oahu. Thank God we took him up on his offer. He showed us such an incredible experience. Water falls, sea turtles and uninhabited beaches. So much to see, so much to do. After his circle island tour, he brought us down to his sailboat for a gorgeous sunset and a bottle of wine. If you really want to see Oahu, book Big John’s for the ultimate tour
Bella, Sean and Kids – 09/02/2020
We absolutely love being with Big John. He is professional, great at what he does. In our eyes we have done so many adventures and tours we have considered him family! This is such a wonderful addition to all the many tours we have been on. Thank You for always giving us much Aloha memories!
Lyn Carter – 08/23/2020
Big John’s Circle Island Tours has been a 5 star vendor contracted with Global Jet Setting Travel of Brisbane, Australia since 2006. Our valued clients have shared wonderful feedback with regard to Big John’s Circle Island Tours, and many have expressed that their Big John’s experience was the most memorable part of their holiday. We will continue sending our VIP clients to Big John’s Circle Island Tours and develop our relationship for many, many years! – Lyn Carter. President and CEO / Global Jet Setting Travel… 🙂
Anne S. – 12/22/2019
Contacted John on short notice. He took us on a full day island tour.
Extremely knowledgeable and professional. Showed us things we would not see on a “canned” tour.
Expansive knowledge of everything going on on Oahu.
Very flexible and efficient.
One of the best private tours we have had.
Took our large group to the airport the next day. Arranged for a second car since our group and it’s luggage wouldn’t fit.
Would definitely recommend for a tour or airport transportation.
Sophia W. – 11/28/2019
We enjoyed the Circle Island Tour and our time together at “Secret Beach” but what we really enjoyed more than anything was our time with Big John. He made us feel a part of his family and we will be life long friends. Big John’s knowledge of Oahu is broad and definitive but his warmth and love are superior to all. We can’t wait to visit again. In the meantime, we’ll be referring all of our family and friends to Big John.
Brett H. – 12/17/2020
We had an awesome day fishing with the guys who really know what they’re doing and worked hard us. We caught an enormous Wahoo fish and it gave us a pretty hard fight. My right arm is still sore from reeling the fish in and we will definitely be referring our friends from San Jose, California in the near future. Can’t wait to rock it out with you guys again !! Awesome memories!
Cortez family – 11/12/2020
Big John’s Sportfishing was so incredible!!! Captain Eric and Big John were so knowledgeable and hard working. We caught two Mahi Mahi fish within the first two hours of our SportFishing tour! And even though the ocean was a little turbulent on the way back, we actually caught a 46 pound Yellow Fin Tuna fish out by the deep water fish buoy off the West end of Oahu. Being an older 38 foot Bertram, the boat was built very heavy and handled the larger swells comfortably. Big John and Captain Eric are true fishing Professionals and you won’t be disappointed. We look forward to next year, and will firmly recommend the Golden Dragon boat and Big John’s Sportfishing tours to all of our family.
Larry B. – 04/11/2019
Great fishing on a beautiful day! We caught three enormous mahi-mahi and they cut them up for us at the dock over a cold beer and some great laughs. Totally recommend Big John and Captain Eric to all of our friends visiting Hawaii. Thanks for the memories!
Shelly D. – 12/01/2020
Big John is so kind and accommodating. We came to Hawaii as a family and we even brought our elderly mother. John recommended Diamond Head Crater and a day at the most beautiful beach we have ever seen. Big John said this would be a great package for our family as the hike was very easy as well as paved for my mother. Waimanalo Beach was incredible and there was even a beautiful Hawaiian wedding taking place right on this spectacular ⛱beach. We absolutely loved the entire experience and we recommend going with Big John for a real Hawaiian experience.
Chambers Family – 09/07/2020
Big John picked us up at our hotel very early in the morning as he recommended we start our Diamondhead Crater tour early before the crowds and to catch the sunrise coming over East Oahu. The views were out of this world! And the hike was pretty gentle. Big John is so great at giving a tour experience second to none and we can’t wait for our next vacation to Hawaii to go sailing with Big John and his crew on the sailboat. Big John is the best!!!!
Patty & Jim H. – 12/02/2020
Being our first time visiting Hawaii, our friends referred us to Big John’s tours. Boy were they right! Big John is so much fun and a very knowledgeable man. Kailua Beach was really great and there were a dozen kite surfers just off shore putting on a show for us. Manoa falls was somewhat muddy but the destination was definitely worth the climb. We truly had the time of our lives and we are grateful for our new friend, Big John !! We’ll be coming back for sure and we highly recommend the Big John’s tour experience. Mahalo Big John! We love you
Nina and Casey R. – 10/27/2020
My husband and I love Big John. He is do patient with my husband being slower then others. Understanding, compassionate and funny. We loved this new adventure he brought us on.
Thank You Big John!
Deborah, Kendall and family – 12/02/2020
Big John’s is a gold star service tour experience. Our tour guide, Big John was engaging, interesting and hilarious. He knows aspects and secrets of the Hawaiian Islands that most can not deliver or describe. I would have never found these isolated paradise beaches if it weren’t for Big John and his wonderful staff and I will continue to refer all of friends to Big John’s when they are visiting the island of Oahu. If you have never been to the Hawaiian Islands, take a full day tour with Big John as there is so much beauty that only a true local knows about. Thank you for helping us to enjoy a wonderful family vacation.
We love you!
Beverly & Gary D. – 11/07/2020
We are so happy to have met Big John !! He truly enhanced our lives. We were on our way from LA to Japan and we had an overnight layover in Honolulu. When we arrived on Oahu, we had no particular plans, so we Googled a taxi service and Big John’s had the best ratings on Yelp. We called him last minute and he agreed to pick us up at the airport and bring us to our hotel in Waikiki. His van was clean and Big John accommodated our every need. As we have never been to Hawaii before, we asked Big John if he would be willing to show us around last minute and he replied that he would be honored for the opportunity. We ended up experiencing a half day tour on the East side of the island and we now have pictures and memories for a lifetime. Big John’s is the very best and second to none. Can’t wait to visit with him again and we will always recommend his services.
Bill & Shiela C. – 12/04/2020
Big John is so nice and professional! It was our first time visiting Hawaii and we weren’t really certain if we were just going to hang out at the beach or mix up some activities while we were there on our honeymoon. Big John suggested we might enjoy a sunset boat charter. We went on Ms Sunshine with Captain Ken and we were treated to a sunset from the heavens! Not a bad Mai Tai either! We are so happy we found Big John as he truly enhanced our honeymoon experience and we will always refer him to our family and friends.
Carol & Burt O. – 10/12/2020
Big John’s tour, WOW! Holy Mackerel! Wahoo! Just a few adjectives we’d use to describe our experience. Big John is so kind. He really is great and so much fun to hang out with. A real friend of our family and a true professional. Highly recommended and an exciting experience like no other we’ve been on. Let yourself go and get into the good vibes with Big John and his crew, a guaranteed experience of a lifetime.
Sandy B. – 23/12/2020
Big John’s Diving tour ROCKS! We saw a moray eel, tons of fish and even a family of dolphins on our way out to the dive site. Crystal clear ocean with incredible visibility and the crew were incredibly accommodating and very professional. Having never dived Hawaii, our main concern was safety and the crew was really tops in terms of regulation and support. We can’t wait to join another one of Big John’s on our next trip to Hawaii.
Paul V. – 25/12/2020
Ocean Macedo – 12/04/2020
Aloha, I’m a big wave Pro Surfer and Pipeline competitor. When I come to Oahu, Big John’s is the only ride I take, other than the big 30ft waves. Big John is the very best, always on top of his game just like me!!!
Karen K. – 02/02/2020
I was going through a tough time and needed a ride to work at 4:30am for a week minimum. John readily offered to help me out and at a very affordable rate. He was so dependable, showing up promptly every morning, and with a friendly smile, as well. We had great conversations and he never complained about anything. He offered a listening ear and was so kind and solicitous. He will always be my go to guy when I need a ride. I HIGHLY recommend his company. Very dependable and nice!!
Bonnie C. – 03/14/2019
First time trying Big John and it was the right choice!
He texted and said would be early but no rush. Did tell us about Aloha Friday Traffic so we should leave 15 minutes earlier and this time helped us at the airport. Because it was crazy on a Friday nice , clean large Toyota van with lots of space
Coming home he texted the about confirming pick up and that we was watching the flight . Very attentive.
His made sure we got safely home .
His price is reasonable and we will be sharing with neighbors and friends about his service from Hawaii Kai.
Mahalo!
Disney S. – 09/23/2016
Big John was friendly and courteous. He kept updating me on the status of where he was and how long he’d be until he’d arrive to pick me up. He quoted me a price that was less than what it actually was though. Either way, I got from where I was to where I needed to go.
Gary R. – 07/01/2016
This guy was the best. Took me and my lady around a good part of the Island.
He was professional, courteous , recommended a lot of great information for our 1 week stay.
Big John will definitely hear from me on my next trip back. Also very nice comfortable ride.
News & Updates 🙂
Waimanalo Beach with boogie boards on !!!!
Friday, August 13, 2021
Laniakea Beach Sea turtles
Saturday, August 7, 2021
Big John’s Circle Island Tours at Diamond Head point
Monday, August 2, 2021
Vickers family on Big John’s Circle Island Tour
Sunday, August 1, 2021
Take a skydiving spin at 14000 feet
Monday, July 26, 2021
Big John himself skydiving!
Sunday, July 25, 2021
waterfall at the Kahala Hotel
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Jump in for fun! Bucket List
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Awaiting the big waves
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Hiking hanauma bay ridge
Saturday, July 17, 2021
Dolphins at The Kahala
Friday, July 16, 2021
from China to Waimanalo Beach ⛱
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Kahuku famous Shrimp
Thursday, July 8, 2021
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