Oahu · Hawaii · Private Charter
Your own Hawaii,
made possible by going private.
A friendly, English-speaking local guide shows you everything from the famous sights to the hidden gems only locals know. Perfect for families, couples and groups — relaxed, personal, and all in English.
- English support
- Fully private
- Custom itineraries
- Family & multi-gen friendly
- Groups welcome
- Airport transfers available
Why Aloha Charter
Why guests choose us
A private charter means the island is yours for the day — comfortable, personal and entirely up to you.
English, from planning to the day
A friendly English-speaking local guide & driver looks after you. No language worries before you book or during your tour.
Completely private
No shared vans. It's just your family or group, so you never have to think about anyone else's schedule.
Flexible, made-to-order plans
Go anywhere, anytime. We build your itinerary around your wishes and adjust it on the spot.
Easy with kids & grandparents
Child seats and extra rest stops available. We match the pace of little ones and older travellers.
Icons and local hidden gems
The famous sights, of course — plus the quiet beaches, viewpoints and food that only locals know.
Combine airport transfers & touring
Bundle your arrival or departure transfer with sightseeing to make the most of limited time.
Tours & Routes
Model routes to spark ideas
These are just examples — every charter is fully private and completely flexible. Mix, match, or design your own.
Fully Custom Private Charter
Every destination and every hour is yours. Just tell us what you'd love to do, and we'll build your own Hawaii day together with your guide.
Signature 8-Hour Day Tour
From east-coast lookouts to Kailua, Dole and Haleiwa. Our most popular full-day model route (an example — freely customisable).
Airport Pickup + Waikiki City
Includes Honolulu airport pickup. We meet your flight, then shop and sightsee on the way to your hotel — making the most of your arrival day.
North Shore & Turtle Beach
A private drive along Oahu's majestic North Shore. If you're lucky, meet wild sea turtles on the beach — plus the famous garlic shrimp.
Kailua & Lanikai Scenic Tour
A beach voted #1 in the USA, and lookouts over an emerald sea. We'll also explore stylish Kailua town, all privately.
Local Gourmet Tour
Loco moco, poke, pancakes and beloved local diners. A private tour of the 'delicious Hawaii' the locals love.
The Charm of a Private Charter
What makes the day special
Hidden Gems
Beyond the guidebook
The famous spots, naturally — but also the quiet beaches and viewpoints only locals know. We shape the day around what you want to see.
Local Gourmet
Eat your way around the island
Garlic shrimp, loco moco, famous pancakes, local diners. Have a place in mind? We'll take you there. Snacking your way around is half the fun.
Your Own Pace
The day moves at your speed
'Let's stay a little longer', 'actually, let's go there' — all welcome. No fixed course; we flex with the day's mood and weather.
For Everyone
Comfortable for the whole family
Strollers, wheelchairs, travelling with grandparents — all easy. A smiling day for everyone, with none of the travel stress.
Perfect For
Who it's great for
Family trips with young kids
Breaks and nap times considered, with room for a stroller — a day built around the children.
Multi-generational trips
We adjust walking distance and pace so parents and grandparents enjoy it just as much.
Honeymoons & couples
Private, romantic days — stunning views and sunsets, just the two of you.
Trips with friends
Private fun for your group of up to 6. Pack in all the spots you want to see.
First time in Hawaii
Cover the classics efficiently and relax all day with an English-speaking guide.
Returning visitors
Done with the classics? Discover hidden gems and local food for 'another side' of Hawaii.
Your Host & Guide
Isao — your host & guide
Oahu local · former entertainer · radio host on KZOO AM1210
Aloha! Your host is Isao — a longtime Oahu local and a born entertainer who also hosts a weekly show on Hawaii's KZOO radio. Warm, funny and endlessly curious about the island, he makes the whole day genuinely fun.
From old Hawaii to the newest spots and the places most visitors never find, Isao knows Oahu inside out. His motto is simple: your wishes come first. Whether it's your first trip or your tenth, he'll make your day in Hawaii one to remember — all in friendly English.
How It Works
From enquiry to your tour
Pick a tour / tell us your wishes
Choose a tour that catches your eye, or just send over what you'd love to do.
Send dates, party size & destinations
Let us know your preferred dates, number of guests and places you'd like to go, via the form or email.
We suggest a plan & quote
We propose a recommended plan and a free quote tailored to your wishes.
Confirm the details & book
Once you're happy with the itinerary and price, we confirm your booking.
We pick you up on the day
We'll meet you at your hotel, the airport, or wherever you choose.
Enjoy your private tour
Just enjoy. Changes on the day are always welcome.
Pricing
Simple, by-the-hour pricing
Priced by vehicle and time, not per person. You only pay for the hours you use.
Private vehicle
Up to 6 guests
$70 / hour
- Your own private vehicle & guide
- Hotel pickup & drop-off in Waikiki
- Child seats available on request
- Plenty of luggage space
Pricing is by the hour for the whole private vehicle (not per person), calculated from Waikiki with travel time included. Prices are in US dollars (USD) and may change.
- Payment is settled locally at the end of the tour. Cash (USD) or credit card are both accepted (card payments add 5%). A gratuity for your guide is appreciated but always optional.
- There's no prepayment, and as a rule no cancellation fee — also free if your arrival flight is cancelled or badly delayed.
- Airport pickups and drop-offs can be combined with sightseeing — just share your flight details.
- Child seats can be arranged on request — please tell us your children's ages in advance.
- Please ask about minimum hours and any other details.
- Quotes are always free.
Guest Voices
What our guests say
So flexible — we loved it
We just told them where we wanted to go and they shaped the day around it. They matched our kids' pace too, so the whole family enjoyed a relaxed day out.
T.S. · Family trip
They took us to the hidden spots
Quiet beaches and viewpoints that aren't in the guidebooks. We had time to ourselves without the crowds, and being able to chat in English was reassuring.
M.K. · Couple · North Shore
The food tour was the best
Loco moco, garlic shrimp and famous pancakes — they took us efficiently around the places locals love. The whole group was thrilled.
Y.N. · Friends · Food tour
Grandparents felt at ease too
They carefully managed walking distances and breaks, so my parents enjoyed it without tiring. Being private meant we could relax without worrying about others.
A.T. · Multi-generational family
Reassuring for our first trip
It was our first time in Hawaii and we had no idea where to start, but they covered the classics efficiently. Having support all day was exactly what we needed.
K.M. · First time in Hawaii
A great start from day one
They met us at the airport and we shopped on the way to the hotel. Not having to worry about luggage meant we used our first day really well. We'll be back.
R.H. · Family · with airport pickup
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
It's a simple hourly rate for the whole private vehicle (up to 6 guests) — $70/hour, not per person — calculated from Waikiki with travel time included. For example, a full day of about 8 hours is roughly $560 for the whole group. There's no prepayment, you settle on the day, and quotes are always free.
You settle locally at the end of the tour. Cash (USD) or credit card are both accepted; card payments add 5%. A gratuity for your guide is appreciated but always optional.
Your hours are counted from Waikiki and include travel time. For airport pickups, we simply arrange timing around your flight — just share your flight details in advance.
There's no prepayment and, as a rule, no cancellation fee — including when your arrival flight is cancelled or badly delayed. If anything comes up, just let us know as early as you can.
Yes — it's just your group. No strangers, no shared van and no fixed schedule. The vehicle and guide are yours for the time you book.
Up to 6 guests in one private vehicle. Travelling with a larger party? Let us know your numbers and we'll see what we can arrange.
Let’s plan your perfect Oahu day
Send your dates and group size for a free quote. We’re happy to help in English.
info@aloha-charter.jp · aloha-charter.jp