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Waikiki: Semi Private Surf Lesson with Local Instructors
Waikiki: Semi Private Surf Lesson with Local Instructors★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (79)1h 30mYou’ll laugh through wipeouts and cheer for each small win as local instructors guide your group through every step—from paddling basics on Waikīkī’s sand to catching your first gentle wave together. Expect warm encouragement, real tips tailored for all ages, and quiet moments floating under Honolulu’s sky that might stick with you long after.Free cancellationfromUS$ 120View ›
Maui: Whale watching cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor with guide
Maui: Whale watching cruise from Ma'alaea Harbor with guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.48 (79)2hYou’ll join a small group aboard a high-speed catamaran from Ma'alaea Harbor for close-up whale watching with a local guide. Listen to live whale songs through hydrophones, sip cold drinks as you watch for breaches and fin slaps, and share laughs with fellow travelers—all moments you’ll remember long after you’re back on shore.Free cancellationKids −20%fromUS$ 50View ›
Humpback Whale Watch Tour: Kona Coast from Honokohau Harbor
Humpback Whale Watch Tour: Kona Coast from Honokohau Harbor★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (78)2h 30mA whale and wildlife watching tour on the Kona coast departing from Honokohau Harbor with a professional onboard naturalist, complimentary beverages and a whale guarantee. The boats are US Coast Guard offshore-certified, which means they can reach the pelagic zone — deep water where pilot whales, beaked whales, sperm whales and whale sharks live — something very few tours access. Children are welcome from age 8.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want access to the pelagic zone — the deep water where rarer whale species live — rather than staying in the near-shore shallows. The offshore certification and tour duration are what make that deeper search possible, and it's what separates this operator from the many tours that stay closer to the coast.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 119View ›
Oahu: Dolphin & Whale Safari with Marine Biologists
Oahu: Dolphin & Whale Safari with Marine Biologists★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (78)3h 15mYou board a small boat with nine other people and a marine biologist, then spend the morning in offshore waters where dolphins, turtles, and whales actually live. The route changes based on real ocean conditions and wildlife behavior, not a preset schedule. You get snorkeling gear, local juices, and snacks included; the boat has shade and a bathroom, so you're comfortable between stops. No crowds, no rigid timeline, no pressure on the animals—just a flexible, conditions-based safari that adapts to what shows up that day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see dolphins, turtles, and whales without the crowds of Waikiki tours, and you're comfortable with the fact that wildlife sightings depend on real ocean conditions rather than a guarantee—the small group and flexible route are what make respectful, meaningful encounters possible.Free cancellationfromUS$ 245View ›
Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise: Private SUV & Sprinter
Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise: Private SUV & Sprinter★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (78)30mYou’ll step off your flight in Honolulu and find your private driver waiting—no lines, no confusion. Settle into a cool SUV or Sprinter as you head straight from HNL airport to your Waikiki hotel or cruise port. Along the way, you’ll catch glimpses of Diamond Head and maybe even swap tips with your local driver. Sometimes comfort is what sticks with you most.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-8%from · per groupUS$ 129View ›
West Maui and Molokai 60-Minute Helicopter Tour: Expert narration included
West Maui and Molokai 60-Minute Helicopter Tour: Expert narration included★★★★★★★★★★ 4.74 (77)1hA 60-minute helicopter tour over West Maui and Molokai with a live English-speaking pilot narrating the route. You'll fly over dormant volcanoes, lush rainforests, Hawaii's tallest waterfalls including the 1,750-foot Kahiwa Falls, and the world's tallest sea cliffs along Molokai's isolated north shore. The shared cabin holds up to six passengers plus the pilot.Is it for me?You're flying in a shared cabin with up to five other passengers, so this works best if you want the route and the narration without the cost of a private charter. The fixed 60-minute itinerary means you see Molokai's remote north shore and the tallest waterfalls in one flight—no building the day yourself.Free cancellationfromUS$ 513View ›
Maui: Sunrise Whale Watching Tour with Lahaina Crew
Maui: Sunrise Whale Watching Tour with Lahaina Crew★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (77)2hYou’ll start your day on Maui’s quiet morning ocean with a small group and friendly local crew from Lahaina. Watch for humpbacks as sunrise colors hit the mountains, listen to whale songs through an onboard hydrophone, and ask anything you want — these guides know their stuff. The vibe is relaxed and real; you’ll leave feeling connected to both whales and people.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefromUS$ 70View ›
Scuba Diving Oahu: 2-Tank Private Charter from Waikiki
Scuba Diving Oahu: 2-Tank Private Charter from Waikiki★★★★★★★★★★ 4.62 (77)3hA two-tank scuba dive off Oahu boards a private boat from Waikiki and descends to two separate Pacific locations with PADI-certified instructors. All diving equipment, a professional guide and complimentary roundtrip transportation within Waikiki are included. Certified divers explore reefs and wrecks; first-time divers and snorkelers are welcome, though evidence of certification is required for certified dives and all participants complete a health questionnaire before entering the water.Is it for me?The dive runs three hours total, which suits an afternoon with no early start, and the private boat keeps groups small so you're not jostling for space or air time. Book this if you want to descend to two separate sites without renting a boat yourself or coordinating with a larger group.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 2,399View ›
Day trip Oahu to Kauai: Waimea Canyon & Wailua River boat
Day trip Oahu to Kauai: Waimea Canyon & Wailua River boat★★★★★★★★★★ 4.17 (77)14hThis all-inclusive day trip from Oahu to Kauai combines roundtrip interisland airfare, ground transport, a guided sightseeing tour, and lunch into one package, so you arrive and the day unfolds without planning. You'll cruise the Wailua River by open-air boat to Fern Grotto, see Opaekaa Falls and Spouting Horn, tour Waimea Canyon (nicknamed the Grand Canyon of the Pacific), and visit Kauai Coffee Estate. The 14-hour experience includes an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned vehicle throughout.Is it for me?Book this if you want airfare, airport transfers, and a guided land tour bundled together—choose a self-guided rental if you'd rather explore Kauai independently after arriving.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 720View ›
Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling: Zodiac access to sea caves and reefs
Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling: Zodiac access to sea caves and reefs★★★★★★★★★★ 4.57 (76)2h 30mSnorkel the coral reefs and sea caves of Kealakekua Bay aboard a small-group Zodiac RIB boat with snorkel gear and water included. The fast, agile boat reaches hidden lava tubes and remote coves larger vessels cannot access, and gives you a chance to see wild dolphins or whales along the Kona Coast. A 2.5-hour activity; minimum age 6, basic swimming skills required.Is it for me?If you're staying without a rental car or arriving for just an afternoon, the boat operates from a local launch point and requires no hotel pickup—you arrange your own transport to the departure site, which keeps the price down and the schedule flexible. The Zodiac's speed means you get a full reef and cave snorkel inside 2.5 hours, so it fits a partial day without eating your whole itinerary.Free cancellationfromUS$ 99View ›
Maui: Honolua Ridgeline Hike & Native Forest Conservation Tour
Maui: Honolua Ridgeline Hike & Native Forest Conservation Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (76)3h 15mYou hike two miles through Maui's protected native forest with a local conservation guide, learning about endangered plants, watershed ecology, and the island's water systems. The route stays mostly shaded along the ridgeline, and snacks plus vehicle transport are included. It's a moderate hike on private land that's normally closed to visitors.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the native forest and conservation work that most Maui visitors miss, and you're comfortable with a moderate hike on terrain that's normally closed to the public — the private access is what makes the experience possible.Free cancellationfromUS$ 145View ›
Oahu Whale Watching Sail: Waianae Coast Catamaran & Drinks
Oahu Whale Watching Sail: Waianae Coast Catamaran & Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.72 (75)2hYou’ll feel the ocean breeze as you sail Oahu’s west coast by catamaran, eyes peeled for humpback whales breaching nearby. With a local guide sharing stories and tropical drinks in hand, every sighting feels personal. There’s shaded seating to relax between whale spouts—and if luck isn’t on your side, you get another shot for free.Free cancellationKids −22%fromUS$ 89View ›
Oahu Circle Island Tour: Waikiki, North Shore & Dole with Pickup
Oahu Circle Island Tour: Waikiki, North Shore & Dole with Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.71 (75)6h–7hYou’ll circle Oahu from Waikiki’s legendary surf breaks to North Shore’s wild beaches with a local guide who knows every story. Taste macadamia nuts fresh at Tropical Farms, grab lunch from famous food trucks, and maybe spot sea turtles if you’re lucky. Expect salty air, laughter in the van, and moments you’ll want to pause forever.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 119View ›
Kona Snorkeling: Two Tank Reef Dive with Local Guides
Kona Snorkeling: Two Tank Reef Dive with Local Guides★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (74)5hA five-hour snorkeling and scuba activity in Kona with two dives at the island's best reef sites, led by local guides who point out dolphins, mantas, turtles and endemic species. Certified divers bring their own gear or rent it; snorkelers explore the same reefs from the surface. Children from age 10 are welcome. Freshly brewed Kona coffee and snacks are included.Is it for me?Book the snorkeler option if you want to see the same reefs and wildlife as the divers without needing certification—you'll stay at the surface and watch the volcanic formations and marine life from above. Choose the certified diver option with or without rental gear if you want to descend into the lava tubes and caves the reefs are built from, and see the structure up close.Free cancellationfromUS$ 195View ›
Scuba Diving in Maui: Beginners Welcome, No Experience Needed
Scuba Diving in Maui: Beginners Welcome, No Experience Needed★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (74)1hScuba diving in Maui's West waters with PADI-certified instructors who teach beginners from zero experience. You enter from shore, carry your own gear, and spend up to 60 minutes underwater exploring coral reef and spotting green turtles, eagle rays, octopus and reef fish. The full experience, including briefing and gearing up, runs 2.5 hours. A portion of proceeds supports local reef restoration.Is it for me?Your guide speaks English only, so you need to be fluent to follow the instruction and safety briefing comfortably. Children are welcome from age 10 if they meet the swimming and physical fitness requirements. This is a shore dive with no boat, so entry and exit depend on your ability to walk in and out of the ocean carrying gear—if you can't manage that, this dive won't work for you.Free cancellationfromUS$ 199View ›
Haleakala Crater Hiking: 4-Mile Lava Trail on Maui
Haleakala Crater Hiking: 4-Mile Lava Trail on Maui★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (74)7hA 7-hour guided hike on Maui's Haleakala Crater covers two separate trails: Sliding Sands descends from the 10,023-foot summit, and Halemau'u starts lower at 8,000 feet, both crossing lava and native plants at extreme elevation. A local guide leads groups of up to nine, with snacks and lunch provided; the hike suits travelers with moderate fitness who are at least 8 years old. Minimum group size is four passengers; weather does not cancel the activity.Is it for me?The hike starts at Haleakala's summit, which sits at 10,000 feet — you'll need a ride there or a rental car, since public transit does not reach the trailhead. If you're staying on Maui without a vehicle, arrange your own transport or book a separate shuttle; the guide meets you at the summit and leads from there. The two-trail format lets you choose how much climbing you want: Sliding Sands is steeper and higher, while Halemau'u is a gentler option if you want to conserve energy for the return.Free cancellationfromUS$ 208View ›
Oahu: Small Group Yacht Snorkel Tour with Lunch & Drinks
Oahu: Small Group Yacht Snorkel Tour with Lunch & Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (74)3hYou’ll set sail from Ko Olina on a small group yacht cruise along West Oahu’s coast, guided by locals who know where to find dolphins and turtles. Snorkel clear reefs with all gear provided, then relax over a fresh lunch with drinks from an open bar. Expect laughter, sun-warmed decks, and those quiet underwater moments that stick with you long after.Free cancellationfromUS$ 338View ›
Group Surf Lesson Hawaii: Guaranteed Wave Catch
Group Surf Lesson Hawaii: Guaranteed Wave Catch★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (73)1hA group surf lesson in Hawaii for 2–4 people ages 12 and older, with a certified DLNR instructor, one hour in the water, and all gear provided. You meet at a small beach, learn paddling and pop-ups on shore, then spend an hour practicing with hands-on help from the instructor—they'll tow you if paddling is tough and push you onto waves until you catch them. Photos and videos from the session arrive by email the same day.Is it for me?Pick this if you're staying anywhere on Oahu and want hands-on instruction from a certified lifeguard—the beach has parking and sits near public transit, so you can get there on your own schedule.Free cancellationfromUS$ 130View ›
Maui Outrigger Canoe Tour: Paddle with Green Sea Turtles
Maui Outrigger Canoe Tour: Paddle with Green Sea Turtles★★★★★★★★★★ 4.55 (73)1hA one-hour outrigger canoe tour on Maui where you paddle a traditional Hawaiian double-hulled canoe from Wailea Beach along the south coast, learning about ancient wayfinding and celestial navigation while spotting green sea turtles and, seasonally, humpback whales. Check in 20 minutes early; children under 5 are not recommended, and you'll need moderate fitness and the ability to paddle at least a half mile.Is it for me?Small groups paddle together, so you're sharing the canoe with other travelers rather than paddling solo. This works best if you're comfortable being part of a crew and want the cultural experience of paddling the way Hawaiian voyagers did, rather than a solo or private water activity.Free cancellationfromUS$ 155View ›
West Maui Mango Farm Tour: 20 Varieties & Organic Fruit Tasting
West Maui Mango Farm Tour: 20 Varieties & Organic Fruit Tasting★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (73)2hA two-hour guided farm tour on Maui's west side where you walk through 20 varieties of organic mango, papaya, pineapple, starfruit and seasonal fruit, tasting whatever is ripe that day. The farm uses regenerative permaculture and no chemical fertilizers or pesticides. A live guide in English or German explains the difference between traditional and regenerative agriculture as you move through the fields, with ocean and mountain views framing the route.Is it for me?The walk is steady but not strenuous, and the whole experience runs two hours—a good fit for a free afternoon or a morning before other plans. If you want to understand how food actually grows instead of just tasting it, the guide's explanation of regenerative farming and permaculture makes that the point of the visit, not an add-on.Free cancellationKids −41%fromUS$ 85View ›
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