Diamond Head Hiking Narrated Tour

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This incredible self-guided audio tour will provide you an enriching Diamond Head experience. Don’t just hike; get an insider Diamond Head Tour you will never forget!

Last year over 1,000,000 visitors hiked Diamond Head making it Oahu’s 3rd largest visitor attraction. Diamond Head Visitor Center does not offer escorted tours of the hike; this hiking audio tour is the official Diamond Head tour offered by the State of Hawaii & Pacific Historic Parks.

Diamond Head State Monument is one of Hawaii’s most recognized landmarks and for decades, visitors have hiked to the summit of Diamond Head to enjoy the breathtaking views of Oahu. Diamond Head State Monument is maintained by Hawaii’s State Parks and is a popular historic trail that offers a memorable Hawaiian adventure for the entire family.

Diamond Head crater is just minutes from Waikiki. This incredible self–guided audio tour comes with a four color souvenir map guide and focuses on the history, legends, culture, geography, plant & animal life, music and scenery of the Diamond Head State Monument. Learn how the ancient Hawaii’s considered Diamond Head a sacred location and how the US Military used Diamond Head for their first line of defense on protecting Oahu southern shores during World War II.

This great tour is like having your own State Park Ranger provide a great narrated tour on your hike that is both fun and informative!

Inclusion

Narrated Tour - Available in English and Japanese; Includes a four color map and guide for your hike to the Diamond Head summit.

Monument Package - Same as Narrated tour plus also includes an official State of Hawaii "I Hiked Diamond Head" certificate, "I Hiked Diamond Head" Souvenir Tag, and “Diamond Head Tote Bag”.

Monument Deluxe Package - Same as Monument Package plus also includes an official "I Hiked Diamond Head" T-shirt (1 shirt, available in Small, Medium, Large and XL sizes only).

Exclusion

Transportation to and from Diamond Head Visitor Center; $1 entrance fee or a $5.00 per car entrance fee to get into the Diamond Head crater.

Hours of operation

Available daily.

Diamond Head Visitor Center is open daily from 7:00am to 3:30pm, last tour is at 2:00pm.

Diamond Head State Monument is open 6:00am - 6:00pm. We recommend you come early from 7:00am-8:00am or from 11:00am on, for the slow traffic times.

Duration

Please allow approximately two hours for the hike.

Inclusion

Narrated Tour - Available in English and Japanese; Includes a four color map and guide for your hike to the Diamond Head summit.

Monument Package - Same as Narrated tour plus also includes an official State of Hawaii "I Hiked Diamond Head" certificate, "I Hiked Diamond Head" Souvenir Tag, and “Diamond Head Tote Bag”.

Monument Deluxe Package - Same as Monument Package plus also includes an official "I Hiked Diamond Head" T-shirt (1 shirt, available in Small, Medium, Large and XL sizes only).

Exclusion

Transportation to and from Diamond Head Visitor Center; $1 entrance fee or a $5.00 per car entrance fee to get into the Diamond Head crater.

Hours of operation

Available daily.

Diamond Head Visitor Center is open daily from 7:00am to 3:30pm, last tour is at 2:00pm.

Diamond Head State Monument is open 6:00am - 6:00pm. We recommend you come early from 7:00am-8:00am or from 11:00am on, for the slow traffic times.

Duration

Please allow approximately two hours for the hike.

Location

Diamond Head Visitor Center address: Diamond Head Road at 18th Avenue, Honolulu Hawaii 96815; located in the Diamond Head crater, at the beginning of the hiking trail to the summit.

Additional Information

This moderately difficult hike is 1.6 miles round-trip.

The trail follows steep and uneven terrain, please wear appropriate footwear.

Dress appropriately for hiking in warm weather. The weather inside the crater is usually hot; a hat, sunscreen and water is recommended.

Participant restrictions

Diamond Head hike is not accessible for handicap individuals.

Policies

Cancellation: Unredeemed vouchers are fully refundable.

There is a $1 entrance fee or a $5.00 per car entrance fee to get into the Diamond Head crater.

Parking is limited, especially during peak hours from 8:00am - 11:00am.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**