Our company’s story began in January 2017. Since then, we’ve welcomed guests to pair their Oahu tours with community-service activities. So this feels like a fitting way to celebrate a decade together.
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How the anniversary offer works
But hopefully, ten trees are just the beginning. Weʻre hoping theyʻll be the first “seeds” of a larger forest. With our incredible community’s help, we hope to help support 100 plantings with this anniversary initiative.
Guests donate directly to Waimea Valley's carbon offset program via PayPal.
| ✓ Tree Planting Donation - Each $30 donation helps plant one native species |
| ✓ Tour Credit Match - Send us the receipt to get a dollar for dollar tour credit, up to $300 |
| ✓ Community Service Discount - Donors supporting at least five trees qualify automatically |
| ✓ Offer period - Eligible on bookings reserved now through January 31, 2027 |
| ✓ Low Effort Impact - You donate and Waimea Valley handles the hard part |
| ✓ Discount Stacking- Donation credits can be redeemed with other discounts or gifted |
Why Native Plants Matter
In Hawaii, about 90% of plants and animals are endemic, making protecting native ecosystems especially important. Native plants support healthy soil and water, provide habitat, store carbon, and carry a deeper cultural value.
Each tree in the initial planting represents one year of guiding visitors around the island. Waimea cares for each sprout in a greenhouse and plants them in the hillsides once they mature.
A Decade of Guiding: Reflections from the Road
Our founder and lead guide, Michael Waters, shared why Waimea Valley historical gardens are the focus of this anniversary celebration:
Tour Guide & Local Founder
Waimea Valley has always been one of my favorite places to take people. Over the last decade, I have learned to make a poi pounder here, played a nose flute, shared countless stories, and am constantly blown away by the people who call it home each visit.
Their commitment to this special place, as well as their firsthand knowledge and local service, has inspired our work from the beginning.
Giving Back on a Private Excursion
Guests can add a stewardship activity stop, such as a coastal cleanup or native planting, to any Oahu itinerary. As a thank-you for their kindness, they get up to $200 off a custom private tour.
“We believe sustainable travel should be accessible, rewarding, and not cost a premium. That’s part of why we started this company.”
Positive-impact activities
Depending on availability, guests can ask us about:
- Rubbish cleanups at a beach, trail, scenic lookout, or local parking area. We estimate that we’ve collected more than 100 pounds over the years.
- No age/ability restrictions
- In-person Native-species planting projects.
- Scheduled invasive-species removal projects.
- Blood-donation stops at blood mobiles on Oahu.
- Other community activities, such as marine-debris sorting, soup kitchens, or work with a local charity.
This can be stacked with discounts for return customers and others. If guests donate five or more trees and join the hands-on community service tour, weʻll comp shave ice for the whole group.
Looking Ahead to 2027 and Beyond
We’re continuing to find ways for travelers to explore Oahu while improving our sustainability. We hope “10 Trees for 10 Years” grows into its own small forest, and we invite you to join us in supporting 100 plantings.
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Anniversary Initiative: Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about our recent rebrand and the 10-year anniversary promotion? Weʻve gathered some easy answers below to help you know exactly what you get and how you are helping.
What is Halia Private Tours’ “10 Trees for 10 Years” initiative?
We’re celebrating 10 years since Halia Private Tours and our community-service tour launched in January 2017 by supporting native-tree planting at Waimea Valley. Our goal is to support 100 native trees in total, including the initial 10.
How does the anniversary tree-planting offer work?
We match eligible tree-planting donations dollar for dollar with Halia tour credit, up to $300 per group booking. The cap applies to the whole booking, including bookings with multiple tour days.
When is the anniversary offer available?
The offer applies to donations made from October 21, 2026, through January 31, 2027. There are no restrictions on the tour date other than availability.
How do I make a tree-planting donation?
Can I combine the tree-planting credit with other discounts?
Can I give the tour credit to someone else?
How can we earn the Community Service Discount?
Add an eligible stewardship activity to a custom private tour to receive up to $200 off. Activities may include a beach or trail cleanup, native planting, invasive-species removal, or a blood-donation stop.
Is there an extra benefit for participating in a service activity?
Where will the trees be planted, and who will plant them?
Waimea Valley is the restoration partner and planting site. They take care of the growth and planting of a variety of native species.
