Diamond Head Hiking: Self-Guided Audio Tour Honolulu, HI

Pacific Historic Parks • Diamond Head Visitor Center • Honolulu, HI 96815
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Wide shot of the Diamond Head cone seen from the coast off Waikiki with surfers in the lights blue water on a sunny day.
View of the Diamond Head from the ground with a forrest of trees at its base on a sunny day with fluffy clouds in the sky overhead.
The Diamond Head Visitor Center, a small gift shop with racks of souvenirs out front and people walking to the left of it.
Diamond Head crater.
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Hike to the summit of Diamond Head Crater for unbeatable views overlooking Oahu’s shoreline. Perfect for all hikers, this self-guided audio tour with a four-color souvenir map will enrich your Diamond Head hiking experience. Dive into the rich history, culture, and wildlife on the trail to the 300,000-year-old volcanic crater tuff known to Hawaiians as Le’ahi.

up to 2 hrs 1 or more people

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  • A popular historic trail on a 300,000-year-old volcanic crater with breathtaking overlooking views of the Oahu shoreline.
  • A moderate 1.6-mile hike to the Diamond Head Summit. Allow 2 hours to complete the hike.
  • Fun for friends and the whole family, but please note the hike will involve a lot of stairs.
  • Includes a self-guided audio tour in several languages, a four-colored map, and a certificate.
  • The tour does not include park admission or parking fees. Admission is $5/person plus an additional $10 to park.
  • Parking spaces are limited, the best time to come is early morning from 7AM–8AM or after 11AM for slower traffic times.
  • Be sure to dress comfortably and wear comfortable shoes, shorts, hat and sunscreen. Bring bottled water.
  • Diamond Head Visitor Center is open 7AM–3:30PM daily (closed Dec 24th, Dec 25th, and Jan 1st), last tour is at 2PM. Audio devices must be returned to the Visitor Center by 3:30PM.
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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 ancient Hawaiians 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.

The State of Hawaii’s Diamond Head Hiking Audio Tour is recommended to all visitors planning to hike to the Diamond Head summit. 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!

The tours includes a free four-color map and audio guide for your hike to the Diamond Head summit, also available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Mandarin.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Diamond Head Hiking: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Does the Diamond Head Crater hike and narrated tour include the admission fee?

Unfortunately, no the Diamond Head hiking narrated tour does not include the park admission fee; it will be an additional $5 fee per person.

Is there parking?

Yes, there is limited parking onsite for an added fee of $10. Parking fees for commercial vehicles are $25 for 1–7 people, $50 for 8–25 people, and $90 for 26 or more people.

What are the operating hours for the Diamond Head Visitor Center?

Diamond Head Visitor Center is open 7AM–3:30PM daily and closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. The last tour is at 2PM. Audio devices must be returned to the Visitor Center no later than 3:30PM.

What is recommended fitness level for this hike?

Hikers should have a moderate physical fitness level to be able to successfully finish the hike.

What is included in the guided audio tour?

The tour includes a narrated audio guide of Diamond Head, available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, and Hawaiian, a four-color souvenir map guide, and an "I Hiked Diamond Head" certificate.

What should I wear?

Best to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, a hat and suntan lotion.

What should I bring?

Please bring bottled water, so you won’t get dehydrated during the hot hike.

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