Top Hawaii Archaeology Tours

Experience the true beauty of Kauai’s backcountry away from the crowds on this private 4x4 and hiking adventure led by the self-proclaimed “Hawaiian Dundee.” Your guide will tailor a route based on your interests and abilities, leading you past lush jungle landscapes, hidden beaches, tropical waterfalls, sacred Hawaiian sites, and mountain peaks featured in Hollywood movies.

Visit a private estate on protected land where you’ll take a relaxing, educational, and grounding hike through the rainforest with a local guide. Learn about the local flora and fauna and the spiritual philosophy of those who steward the property. This is an excellent tour for plant lovers and those who want a quiet, serene, and private experience.

Discover the catastrophic events of Hawaii's 2018 volcanic eruption, the most recent eruption of Kilauea Volcano. With this tour, you'll see first-hand the destruction caused by the lava flows as you visit the Leilani Estates, the area most affected. Meet local residents affected by the natural disaster, visit their abandoned properties, and see Fissure 8, the largest fissure created by the volcano

Explore the natural wonders and traditional towns of Puna, in the easternmost corner of the Big Island, on this full-day tour. With a private guide, discover scenic viewpoints as you drive through the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, stop at villages including Keaau and Pahoa, walk along black sand beaches, and see the aftermath of the 2018 eruption at the Leilani Estates.

Visit the destruction of the 2018 lava flow that destroyed parts of the quiet community of Leilani. Witness as survivors tell of their most intimate stories of losing their homes and for many, the loss of their livelihoods. Leilani Estates is 100% open to only two tours. Our company is certified so we do not trespass on the homeowners' property. You will see personal pictures and stories about this significant event.

Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau with sunset coastal views at Paradise Cove. Enjoy a welcome Mai Tai and authentic Hawaiian fare, including fresh seafood, kalua pork, and tropical fruit during this 5.5-hour experience. Watch the sunset and enjoy entertainment from Hawaiian musicians, hula dancers, and fire twirlers. Three dining packages are available to customize your experience, and round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is available.

The Big Island of Hawaii has a diverse ecosystem unlike anywhere else on the planet, and on this day-long nature tour, experience the beauty of its black-sand beaches, thundering waterfalls, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. If you’re lucky, find Hawaiian green sea turtles basking on the coast. Since the tour only requires a moderate amount of walking, it's an educational adventure for travelers of all ages, with snacks and refreshments included.

An exciting journey of discovery through the beautiful Amelia Earhart Point on the ocean-facing slopes of Diamond Head Crater (drive-by), the famous Halona Blowhole, “From Here to Eternity” beach, Makapu’u Point (drive-by), visit Valley of the Temples, colorful Byodo-in Temple and scenic Mokoli'i Island. This full day tour includes a delicious lunch at the famous Fumi’s Shrimp Stand on the North Shore where you'll be served your choice of various sautéed shrimp plates. *Chicken and Vegetarian options are also available. After your delicious lunch, you will visit the world famous Waimea Valley, the Arboretum and see an incredible Waterfall, followed by the Dole Pineapple Plantation. Your expert nature guide will provide a fascinating narration about Hawaii's bird and plant species, geology, history and culture. Tour includes a 152-page Gift Book "Guide to Nature on Oahu" as a souvenir to take home!

While visiting Honolulu, take a half-day tour of Pearl Harbor that details the history of World War II in Hawaii. Visit the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument and Battleship Row with a guide who shares informative commentary about Oahu during the war in the Pacific.

Plan your vacation ahead of time by purchasing tickets for this 2-hour cruise from Oahu. Dine on a crab and steak dinner while watching live Hawaiian entertainment, a show called '60 Years of Aloha' and enjoying vistas over the Oahu coast.

Circle the Island of Oahu by coach, enjoying ocean views, rugged mountains, and fascinating history during this full-day tour. Check out Diamond Head, Nu’uanu Pali lookout, the Halona Blowhole, Waimea Valley and Oahu’s beautiful North Shore. Soak up Hawaiian history and culture with a stop at the Dole Plantation and the serene, Japanese-style Byodo-In Temple. This Oahu circle island tour also includes entrance fees at the temple and round-trip hotel transport.

Enjoy a 1-hour Kualoa Ranch movie tour while in Oahu and see where famous films like Pearl Harbor, Jurassic Park and Magnum P.I. were shot. A local guide will lead you to the Hollywood hotspots and provide background on the history of the ranch. You’ll travel by vintage school bus past some of the island’s most stunning natural attractions, like Mokoli’i Island, Kaneohe Bay and the Ko’olau Range, mountains which dominate the eastern half of Oahu. See why the top filmmakers in the business chose this stunning background.

Journey back in time — when ancient, powerful Kings ruled the rugged, fertile land of the Hawaiian Islands — on this 3-hour dinner cruise to Kealakekua Bay. Travel 12 miles down the Kona Coast to the Captain Cook monument. Learn the many secrets of the Big Island as a local historian points out more than 50 points of interest along the way.

This whole day tour will spend 70% of our time doing beach activities on the North Shore. Guests will have the option to Swim, Kayak or Paddle Board, or do a Waterfall Hike, which have some of the most breathtaking sights and where Jurassic Park, Jumanji, Here to Eternity, and 51st Dates had been filmed. The other 30% of the time is spent sightseeing both the East and North-East Shores. Encompassed in beauty and splendor, the Hanauma coastline is a destined location for popular movies such as Jurassic Park, Jumanji, Blue Hawai’i, Here to Eternity and 51st Dates. Due to the Pandemic & recent changes to Hanauma Bay State Park policy, we are not able to take guests to Hanauma Bay for snorkeling at this time. When commercial activities are reinstated at the Bay we will resume that tour.

Sample a cross-section of outdoor sights on the Big Island during this shore excursion exploring Volcanoes National Park, waterfall, black sand beach and more. Discover the postcard-perfect Rainbow Falls before visiting the amazing volcanic steam vents and unique geology around Kilauea Volcano. Before your day is done, check out an ornamental Japanese garden, snack on macadamia nut treats at a local farm, and visit a gorgeous black sand beach. A guide, park entrance fees, and round-trip port transport are included.

In old Hawaii, the kapu system governed all aspects of everyday life in Hawaii from your social status to what you were allowed to eat. Breaking these strict rules often resulted in death. However, there were places throughout the islands known as Puʻuhonua or Cities of Refuge. One of the purposes of the Puʻuhonua was to act as a sanctuary for anyone who had committed a crime, and they would be forgiven. However, that was if they were able to make it to the Puʻuhonua alive. Tensions reached a climax, and war broke out between the ʻAi Noa and ʻAi Kapu factions after Liholiho, Kamehameha II, broke the ʻAi Kapu. The Christians were led by Liholiho and backed by two Queens; Kaʻahumanu and Keōpūolani. The opposing side was led by Kekuaokalani and supported by his wife, the chiefess Manono. The conflict ended after the Battle of Kuamoʻo when Kekuaokalani and Manono were killed.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Honolulu and spend a whole day of exploration, fun & activities. Discover the whole Island of Oahu in a day! we will take you to the best historical sites, scenic routes and cultural highlights Oahu has to offer. Once we get to Oahu's North Shore, you have 2 hours to take a mile stroll along a flat road that weaves thru a lush tropical jungle of over 5000 plant species & archeological sites that leads you to a 45-foot waterfalls that cascades into a large pool below, we will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Waikiki (Hotel, Hostel, Air B&B, etc…) Our Stops: *Diamond Head Lookout *Hanauma Bay Lookout (closed on Tuesdays) *Halona Blowhole *Sandy Beach *Makapuu Point *Byodo-In Temple (entrance fee included) *Macadamia Nut And Coffee Farm *Lunch At Famous Kahuku Shrimp Stands(other lunch selections available) *Sunset Beach *Waimea Waterfalls (we spend at least 2 hours hiking and swimming here/entrance fee not included) *Dole Plantation

This tour takes you along the old Kings Highway to see what the old Hawaii was really like. See sights that are very important to the Hawaiian people as well as the old railroad. Take stop at the point and see all the sights of old Hawaii

Discover Hawaii's rich cultural and religious heritage on a unique tour of the Kona Coast. Head off the typical tourist trail to visit traditional heiau temples, a Catholic church, and sacred sites such as the Lekeleke Burial Ground and Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park. Learn about the Kapu traditions of old Hawaii, the introduction of Christianity, and the civil war fuelled by disputes between the two.

Come and learn about the start of the Hawaiian Island kingdom and how it transitions to all the other islands