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Oahu Circle Island Tour: Swim with Turtles & Dole Plantation
Oahu Circle Island Tour: Swim with Turtles & Dole Plantation★★★★★★★★★★ 4.57 (183)9hYou’ll circle Oahu by road with a local guide who knows every story behind each lookout—from Diamond Head to Waimea Bay—and get to swim alongside wild sea turtles at a quiet North Shore beach. Taste fresh macadamia nuts, sip Kona coffee, eat shrimp straight from farm ponds, and finish with pineapple ice cream at Dole Plantation. It’s full-on sensory: sun-warmed skin, salty air, laughter in between stops.Free cancellationMost booked-20%fromUS$ 95View ›
Big Island Kona: Beginner Surf Lesson with Lifeguard Instructors
Big Island Kona: Beginner Surf Lesson with Lifeguard Instructors★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (183)2hYou arrive at Kahaluu, get fitted with a board and protective gear, spend an hour learning technique on the sand and in shallow water, then paddle out with your instructor to catch real waves. The small group size and lifeguard-certified staff mean you are not just being pointed at the ocean — someone trained in rescue and first aid is in the water with you the whole time. Pickup is not included, so plan your own transport or use the public options nearby.Is it for me?Right for beginners of any age who want to actually ride a wave in one session with instructors who are trained in rescue and first aid. The small group size and one-on-one attention for kids under 12 means you are not lost in a crowd, though you will need to arrange your own way to Kahaluu Beach.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 170View ›
Oahu: Private Adventure Day Tour with Surf, Hike & Snorkel
Oahu: Private Adventure Day Tour with Surf, Hike & Snorkel★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (183)8hYou’ll paddle out on Oahu’s secret surf spots, hike ridges with local stories, swim under waterfalls, and snorkel beside turtles—all guided by someone who grew up here. Expect sandy hands, spontaneous laughter, flexible plans, plus snacks and photos included. There’s something grounding about letting someone else lead you through their own backyard—you might not want to leave.Free cancellationTop ratedfromUS$ 295View ›
Big Island: Abalone Farm Tour & Tasting with Seaweed
Big Island: Abalone Farm Tour & Tasting with Seaweed★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (181)1hYou’ll step behind the scenes at Hawaii’s largest abalone farm on the Big Island, meet passionate locals, touch live shellfish, and taste freshly grilled abalone plus seaweed—all with plenty of time for questions or laughs along the way. This tour leaves you thinking differently about seafood—and maybe craving more.Free cancellationKids −50%fromUS$ 35View ›
Oahu: Wild Dolphin Swim & Snorkel Tour with Speedboat Lunch
Oahu: Wild Dolphin Swim & Snorkel Tour with Speedboat Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (180)3hYou’ll slip into Oahu’s blue water to swim with wild dolphins alongside a local guide, then snack on a simple lunch as you warm up on deck. Snorkeling with sea turtles follows—plus time cruising Oahu’s dramatic west coast by speedboat. Expect laughter, salty skin, and moments you’ll replay long after.Free cancellationfromUS$ 199View ›
Maui: Intro Scuba Diving Lesson & Guided Shore Dive Lahaina
Maui: Intro Scuba Diving Lesson & Guided Shore Dive Lahaina★★★★★★★★★★ 4.82 (179)2h 15mYou’ll meet your guide right on the beach in Lahaina for an intro to scuba diving with all gear provided. After a short online lesson beforehand, practice basic skills in shallow water before exploring Maui’s coral reefs with just three others and your instructor nearby. Expect laughter, some nerves, maybe even turtles — and leave feeling lighter than when you arrived.Free cancellationLikely to sell outfromUS$ 228View ›
Beekeeping Tour & Honey Tasting in Hawaii: View live hives from screened area
Beekeeping Tour & Honey Tasting in Hawaii: View live hives from screened area★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (179)45m–1hA beekeeping tour and honey farm visit in Hawaii where you enter a screened area to observe live hives up close, then taste raw organic honey in the museum tasting room. The beekeeping tour requires advance reservation; the museum, tasting room and store are open without one. Tea and snacks are available alongside free honey samples. Persons allergic to bee stings should visit the museum only, not the hive tour.Is it for me?The farm sits at Kealakekua Bay without requiring a car to get there or a guide to lead you through the museum and tasting room — you move at your own pace, and the beekeeping tour (if you book it) is the only part with a fixed time. That setup works whether you're staying nearby or renting a car is more hassle than it's worth.Free cancellationBest valueKids −66%fromUS$ 30View ›
Big Island: Volcanoes, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach Day Trip
Big Island: Volcanoes, Waterfalls & Black Sand Beach Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (178)9hYou’ll circle Hawaii’s Big Island in one packed day—tasting fresh Kona coffee on a working farm, feeling black sand under your feet at Punaluʻu Beach, walking rainforest trails to Akaka Falls, and seeing steam rise from Kīlauea’s crater. With local stories woven throughout and snacks (plus lunch) included, it’s more than sightseeing—it sticks with you.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −20%fromUS$ 245View ›
Diamond Head Honolulu: Crater Hike with Entry & Sunrise Views
Diamond Head Honolulu: Crater Hike with Entry & Sunrise Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.70 (177)3hYou hike 1.5 miles up Diamond Head crater in the early morning, with entry and reservation handled in advance so you don't have to book separately. Water and flashlights are provided, and the trail takes roughly 90 minutes round trip. You're back down by mid-morning with the best views of Honolulu and the ocean behind you, leaving your afternoon completely free.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to tick off Oahu's most famous hike without handling the reservation system or worrying about entry — the early start and moderate pace mean you're done before the day gets hot, leaving you free for whatever comes next.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 50View ›
Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona & Battleship Missouri with Boat Ride
Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona & Battleship Missouri with Boat Ride★★★★★★★★★★ 4.51 (177)6hYou're picked up from Waikiki and spend six hours moving through Pearl Harbor's two defining ships: the USS Arizona, resting place of 1,177 sailors, and the USS Missouri, where Japan signed its surrender. You get a briefing, a boat ride to the memorial, admission to both ships, and a stop at Punchbowl Cemetery. Transport and all entry fees are included, so you show up and the logistics are handled.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both the beginning and end of America's Pacific War in one morning without arranging separate transport and tickets — the fixed schedule and included boat ride are what make it possible to move between three memorials in a single tour.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −23%fromUS$ 149View ›
Big Island Mountain Biking: Anna Ranch & Kohala Trails
Big Island Mountain Biking: Anna Ranch & Kohala Trails★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (177)2hYou ride a high-end full-suspension mountain bike up volcanic terrain on private Anna Ranch land, climbing 1,200 feet through pastures and past lava rocks while your local guide shares the ranch's history. The two-hour loop includes a snack break at a stream overlook and descends back to the homestead. Bike, helmet, hydration and energy bars are provided; groups stay under twelve riders.Is it for me?Book this if you're fit enough for a steady climb and want to ride volcanic terrain with a small group and a guide who knows the Big Island's history — the private ranch setting and the 1,200-foot elevation gain are what make the ride feel remote and challenging in two hours.Free cancellationfromUS$ 235View ›
Poipu & Koloa: Guided E-Bike Tour with Local History Stops
Poipu & Koloa: Guided E-Bike Tour with Local History Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (176)2h–3hYou’ll feel Kaua’i wake up as you ride an e-bike through Poipu and Koloa with a local guide — stopping at Spouting Horn’s spray, touching history at Saint Raphael Church, hearing plantation stories in the breeze. Small group size keeps things personal; by the end you’ll remember more than just views.Free cancellationfromUS$ 167View ›
Maui: Waterfall Hike, Rainforest Walk & Chocolate Tasting Tour
Maui: Waterfall Hike, Rainforest Walk & Chocolate Tasting Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.55 (175)2hYou’ll hike through Maui’s lush rainforest with a local guide, see Hawaii’s first Road to Hana waterfall up close, walk ancient royal trails among giant ferns, and taste artisan chocolates straight from the source. Expect muddy shoes, hands-on chocolate making, and real stories woven into every stop—a day that lingers long after you leave.Instant confirmationfromUS$ 148View ›
Haleakala Sunrise Tour: Classic Vehicle Ride & Breakfast
Haleakala Sunrise Tour: Classic Vehicle Ride & Breakfast★★★★★★★★★★ 4.63 (174)7hYou’ll wake before dawn for a guided drive up Haleakala, watch sunrise from above the clouds, hear stories from your local guide about Maui’s history and geology, visit Makawao’s cowboy roots and Paia’s surf scene, and finish with breakfast in town. It’s equal parts chilly adventure and warm memory.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 287View ›
Oahu: Private Island Tour with North Shore, Dole & Macadamia Farm
Oahu: Private Island Tour with North Shore, Dole & Macadamia Farm★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (174)6h–7hYou’ll ride along Oahu’s coast with a local guide who actually listens to what you want—maybe it’s North Shore surf breaks, maybe Dole Plantation pineapples or cracking fresh macadamias by hand. Expect salty air, roadside shrimp lunches, and stories you won’t find in guidebooks. It’s not just sightseeing—it feels like someone showing you their home.Free cancellationfromUS$ 300View ›
ATV Riding on Big Island Hawaii: Drive a Working Ranch
ATV Riding on Big Island Hawaii: Drive a Working Ranch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (173)2h 30mATV riding on Big Island Hawaii puts you behind the wheel of your own side-by-side 4WD vehicle on a 533-acre working ranch and farm. You drive through traditional land divisions (ahupua'a) that span from mountain to ocean, passing orchards of 57 banana varieties, dwarf coconut, taro and other island fruits, fishponds, cattle herds and wild horses before reaching the Hamakua coastline. The experience includes a guide who shares the culture and history of the islands, and a chance to sample seasonal fruits grown on the property. Check-in is 30 minutes before your 10am or 2pm departure; you provide your own transportation to the ranch.Is it for me?Book this if you want to drive the vehicle yourself rather than ride along as a passenger — you're in control of the pace and the route, and the experience centers on what you do, not what you watch. Choose the solo option if you're traveling alone, or pick a group size that matches your party and let one driver operate the ATV while the rest ride as passengers.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 169View ›
Maui Road to Hana: Black Sand Beach, Waterfalls & Turtles Tour
Maui Road to Hana: Black Sand Beach, Waterfalls & Turtles Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.50 (172)6h 30mYou’ll wind along Maui’s legendary Road to Hana in a comfy SUV with a local guide who knows every twist. Expect rainforest walks, black sand beaches, waterfall swims (if you dare), messy roadside lunches—and glimpses of real island life you’ll remember long after.Free cancellationfromUS$ 199View ›
90-Minute Catamaran Sail from Waikiki Beach with Drinks
90-Minute Catamaran Sail from Waikiki Beach with Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (171)1h 30mA 90-minute afternoon catamaran sail from Waikiki Beach toward Diamond Head on the hand-built Hāwea, with a live English-speaking guide, all-inclusive drinks from the onboard bar, and shaded and open-air seating. Check-in happens on the beach behind the Duke Kahanamoku statue, marked by a rainbow umbrella. The sail suits couples, groups, and solo travelers of any age.Is it for me?Book this sail if you want drinks included in the price rather than ordering and paying separately—the all-inclusive bar means you're not watching the tab grow while you're on the water. The afternoon timing and relaxed vibe suit anyone looking for scenic views and island energy without a structured itinerary.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 55View ›
Maui: La Kahea Farm Tour & Tasting with Mountain Views
Maui: La Kahea Farm Tour & Tasting with Mountain Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (170)1h 30mYou walk through a working farm on Maui, taste snacks made from crops growing right there, and learn how sustainable farming works on the island. The tour includes views of Haleakala and time with the farm animals. It's paced for all fitness levels, so families and solo travelers both fit in easily.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see how Maui's food actually grows and taste it fresh, without needing a high fitness level or special experience. The farm is a working operation, not a polished attraction, so expect to move through real fields at a relaxed pace.Free cancellationKids −26%fromUS$ 75View ›
Oahu Dolphin Watch Cruise: Waterslide & Snorkeling
Oahu Dolphin Watch Cruise: Waterslide & Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.85 (169)3hYou board the Poseidon for a dolphin watch along West Oahu's coast, then snorkel at Makaha with sea turtles and tropical fish. Lunch, snorkeling gear, and use of the 21-foot waterslide, floating mat, and paddleboards are included. A hot shower and hotel pickup round out the day, leaving you with nothing to arrange except showing up.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a full water-based morning without arranging your own boat, snorkel gear, or lunch — the boat handles the route, the stops, and the timing, so you just show up and move between dolphins, snorkeling, and the slide.Free cancellationfromUS$ 179View ›
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