Diamond Head Hawaii: Shuttle & Self-Guided Hike

Climb to the top of Diamond Head crater and take in stunning panoramic views from its summit. You'll see all the way to Honolulu, Waikiki Beach, the Pacific Ocean, and more.

Explore Diamond Head in Hawaii with Go City®

• Shuttle to/from Diamond Head. This includes pick-up and drop-off shuttle to/from any Waikiki hotel.
• Self-guided hike up to the top
• Diamond Head park entry fees included in your pass
• Free time to enjoy the views from the crater

Discovering Hawaii's Diamond Head Trail

When visiting Hawaii, you simply can’t miss Diamond Head. Situated in the heart of Oahu, this beloved trail offers trekkers and nature lovers a once in a lifetime experience. The summit of Diamond Head Crater, gives you a bird’s eye view of the Pacific Ocean alongside Honolulu's city charm. You can see the lush trees, crystal clear blues of the waves, and the sounds of chirping birds. Simply one of the beautiful places you can see.

Prepping for Your Diamond Head Adventure

Before you lace up those hiking boots, remember to grab your Diamond Head hike reservations from Go City®. This is quite the attraction, and gets filled up quickly. So don’t forget to book your slot, so you don't miss out on this Hawaiian treasure. With the Go City® Oahu Pass you get access to Diamond Head Hike + Summit, and 45+ more popular Oahu attractions, all for one low price.

Rising 760 feet with a 3,520-foot crater, this landmark is nothing short of breathtaking. You'll be whisked up to the site in a shuttle before taking a self-guided tour of the famous Oahu trail. Enjoy an easy-to-moderate 30-minute hike up to the crater via a series of switchbacks and one steep staircase at the end. You'll then have 45 minutes of free time at the top to walk around the rim and take plenty of gorgeous snaps. You can even purchase a certificate for a small fee to prove that you made it.

Don't forget to visit other popular attractions. Need some ideas, check out our Oahu Blog giving you the TOP 10 things to do on the Island!

Did you know

• It's proper name is Lē‘ahi, which comes from the landmark’s resemblance to the forehead of the ahi fish as observed by the goddess Hi‘iaka. When this famous landmark was seen in the early 1800s by British sailors, they mistakenly believed the calcite crystals in its lava rocks to be diamonds, thus branding it with its long-lived nickname.
• Diamond Head State Monument encompasses over 475 acres, including the interior and outer slopes of the crater.

Go City is the best choice for maximum savings and flexibility when sightseeing in Oahu. Your pass includes Diamond Head: Shuttle & Self-Guided Hike tickets, plus admission to dozens more top attractions. 

The tour includes Admission to the Diamond Head State Monument and as well as return shuttle to Diamond Head from Waikiki.

Getting in: present your pass to the driver in the van transporting you to the hike’s starting point.

For more information, please visit the Diamond Head Crater Shuttle & Self-Guided Hike website.