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Maui: Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Sea Turtles & Local Guide
Maui: Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Sea Turtles & Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (73)3hYou’ll start early at Makena Landing with a friendly local guide who’ll teach you kayaking basics before paddling out onto calm Maui waters. Snorkel above colorful reefs and spot Hawaiian green sea turtles up close, learning bits of language and history along the way. There’s laughter, salt air, and real moments you’ll carry home long after your arms stop aching.Free cancellationfromUS$ 130View ›
Oahu: Semi Private Surfing Lesson for Beginners & Friends
Oahu: Semi Private Surfing Lesson for Beginners & Friends★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (73)2hYou’ll start on Oahu’s North Shore with a local surf instructor who keeps things relaxed but focused. Practice paddling and standing up in warm sand before heading into gentle waves together — just you and one friend or partner per instructor. Expect real-time feedback (and probably some laughs) as you catch your first wave in a quiet cove away from crowds.Free cancellationfromUS$ 200View ›
Maui Makena: South Shore Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Local Guide
Maui Makena: South Shore Kayak & Snorkel Tour with Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (73)3h 30mYou’ll paddle Maui’s south shore from Makena Beach with a local guide, spot sea turtles while kayaking, then slip into clear water for guided snorkeling among tropical fish and coral reefs. Expect laughter between new friends, sweet pineapple after swimming, and small moments that linger long after you’re dry again.Free cancellationLikely to sell outfromUS$ 151View ›
Waikiki Night Marchers Ghost Tour: 1.5-hour walking tour
Waikiki Night Marchers Ghost Tour: 1.5-hour walking tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (72)1h 30mThe Waikiki Night Marchers Ghost Tour is a 90-minute guided walking tour through Kapiolani Park led by Lopaka Kapanui, a master storyteller and Hawaii's known ghost expert, covering the area's ancient burials, sacred heiau (temples), and documented accounts of the legendary Night Marchers. The tour draws on true stories from eyewitnesses who have encountered the ghostly march, grounded in Hawaiian history and culture. Voted #1 Ghost Tour in the nation for three consecutive years (2023–2025) by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, it is operated by a Native Hawaiian-owned company with no hidden fees—the price shown is what you pay, plus state taxes.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the history and paranormal accounts of Waikiki told by someone with deep cultural knowledge of the place—Lopaka Kapanui's storytelling grounds the legends in true witness testimony and Hawaiian tradition, which is what sets this tour apart from generic ghost walks elsewhere.Free cancellationBest valuefromUS$ 35View ›
Oahu West Coast: Turtle Snorkel Sail & Premium Bar Afternoon
Oahu West Coast: Turtle Snorkel Sail & Premium Bar Afternoon★★★★★★★★★★ 4.58 (72)2hYou’ll board a catamaran on Oahu’s west coast for an afternoon sail with spinner dolphin sightings, guided snorkeling among sea turtles and reef fish (gear included), plus time to relax with drinks from a premium bar as you drift back toward shore. The memory of watching a honu glide by stays with you long after your feet are dry.Free cancellationKids −33%fromUS$ 119View ›
Maui Shore Dive: Guided Scuba for Certified Divers Only
Maui Shore Dive: Guided Scuba for Certified Divers Only★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (72)2hYou’ll join a small group of certified divers for a guided shore dive in Lahaina led by a local instructor—gear included and no boat hassle. Expect close-up encounters with Hawaiian turtles and maybe even the haunting songs of humpback whales drifting through clear water. With easy beach entry and relaxed pacing, it’s an experience you’ll remember long after your flight home.Free cancellation-11%fromUS$ 186View ›
North Shore Surfing Lessons Oahu: Learn to Ride Waves
North Shore Surfing Lessons Oahu: Learn to Ride Waves★★★★★★★★★★ 4.59 (71)1h 30mNorth Shore surfing lessons on Oahu teach you to paddle, stand and catch waves in a 1.5-hour class with a live instructor. The lesson starts on the beach with technique drills, then moves into the water at either Chuns Reef or Pua'ena Point depending on conditions; board, rash guard and leash are provided. Children from age 4 are welcome, and the instructor stays with you throughout.Is it for me?Book the group lesson if you want to learn alongside other beginners and keep the cost down; choose the private option if you'd rather have the instructor's full attention and a custom pace. Either way, the 1.5-hour format gives you enough time in the water to feel the difference between the beach drills and actually riding a wave.Free cancellationfromUS$ 120View ›
UFO night sky observation on Big Island of Hawaii with night vision goggles
UFO night sky observation on Big Island of Hawaii with night vision goggles★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (71)1h 30mThis 1.5-hour UFO observation activity on the Big Island puts you in a comfortable outdoor setting with military-grade night vision goggles, where you identify known aircraft and satellites before turning your attention to unexplained sightings. Dr. Lisa Thompson, a Galactic Ambassador, leads the experience and shares personal UFO encounters. The exact meeting location arrives within 24 hours of your tour, and the activity runs between 6 and 7:30 p.m. depending on the season's sunset time. Children from age 6 are welcome.Is it for me?You'll watch the night sky through military-grade night vision goggles in a group setting while Dr. Lisa identifies satellites, planes, and unexplained objects—choose this if you want guided interpretation rather than independent spotting.Free cancellationfromUS$ 125View ›
Oahu West Coast: Dolphin Watching & Turtle Snorkeling Tour
Oahu West Coast: Dolphin Watching & Turtle Snorkeling Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.73 (71)3hYou’ll watch wild dolphins play along Oahu’s west coast from a stable catamaran before snorkeling with sea turtles in clear water. Local guides share stories and help even beginners feel at ease in the ocean. Includes shuttle pickup from Waikiki hotels and a Hawaiian-style lunch on board. You might leave still thinking about those quiet moments drifting above the reef.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 166View ›
Oahu Circle Island: Private Day Tour with Custom Stops
Oahu Circle Island: Private Day Tour with Custom Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (70)8hYou’ll move from Waikiki’s early buzz to quiet North Shore beaches with a local guide who adapts everything around your pace—whether that means pausing for shrimp trucks or wandering temple gardens under the Koʻolau cliffs. Expect laughter, ocean air, and small details you’d miss on your own.Free cancellationfromUS$ 175View ›
Oahu Helicopter Tour: Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor & Waterfalls
Oahu Helicopter Tour: Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor & Waterfalls★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (70)50mYou fly in a modern Airbus EC 130 with individual window seats and two-way headset communication with the pilot, soaring over Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, hidden rainforests, Sacred Falls, and Lanikai Beach. The tour includes all fees and taxes, a certified pilot guide, and aviation-grade noise-cancelling headsets. Arrive an hour early for check-in and safety briefing; the flight itself runs about an hour depending on conditions.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the entire island's geography and hidden valleys in one flight without arranging multiple ground tours—the helicopter covers rainforests, waterfalls, and coastline that are unreachable by car, and the individual window seats mean you're not competing for the view.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 479View ›
Clear Bottom Kayak Oahu: Guaranteed Sea Turtles
Clear Bottom Kayak Oahu: Guaranteed Sea Turtles★★★★★★★★★★ 4.71 (70)2hA guided kayak tour on Oahu's North Shore using glass-bottom kayaks to see Hawaiian green sea turtles and river wildlife. A lifeguard-certified instructor leads small groups into the ocean and down the Anahulu River, a quiet spot locals know. All equipment is provided and no prior paddling experience is required. The tour runs about two hours and shifts with the season: ocean tours peak April through September, while October through April focuses on the calmer river.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see sea turtles in two settings—both ocean and river—from a glass-bottom kayak that lets you watch wildlife below without paddling skills.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 173View ›
Honolulu Airport to Waikiki: Private Van Transfer up to 14
Honolulu Airport to Waikiki: Private Van Transfer up to 14★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (70)30m–45mYou get picked up at baggage claim by a driver who's already tracked your flight, driven to your Waikiki hotel without arranging transport yourself, and the return trip to Honolulu airport works the same way. The van holds up to 14 passengers, so group travel costs the same per person as solo travel. No taxi line, no app, no waiting.Is it for me?A good fit if you're landing in Honolulu with luggage and don't want to arrange a taxi or figure out public transport — the driver tracks your flight and meets you at baggage claim, which is what saves you the wait and the negotiation. Works equally well for groups up to 14, since the van price stays the same whether you're one person or a full load.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 140View ›
Haleakalā Summit Tour from Kahului: Private crater views
Haleakalā Summit Tour from Kahului: Private crater views★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (69)5hA private guided tour of Haleakalā Crater departing from Kahului takes you through five hours of changing landscapes—from sea-level drive through microclimates to the summit at 10,023 feet, where you walk the crater rim, explore ancient rock walls on the Pa Ka'oao Trail, and study the rare silversword plant. Your guide speaks English or Portuguese, water and snacks are included, and the fixed itinerary means the logistics are settled before you arrive.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a private vehicle and guide to pace your own rhythm through three climate zones—from park entrance to summit—rather than joining a group schedule.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 359View ›
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum: WWII Aircraft & Control Tower
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum: WWII Aircraft & Control Tower★★★★★★★★★★ 4.25 (69)2hYou get general admission to the museum's two WWII hangars, a free audio tour in your choice of six languages, access to 70+ restored aircraft, and a guided ascent of the 168-foot control tower with a 360-degree view of the attack site. Complimentary shuttle service from Honolulu hotels is included, so you arrive without the logistics of base entry or parking.Is it for me?Best for anyone visiting Honolulu who wants to understand the Pacific war through the aircraft and the people who flew them, without arranging base access or transport—the shuttle and audio tour handle both, leaving you free to move through the hangars at your own pace.Free cancellationKids −24%fromUS$ 30View ›
Oahu Half Circle Tour: Diamond Head to Downtown Honolulu
Oahu Half Circle Tour: Diamond Head to Downtown Honolulu★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (65)4hThis half-circle island tour on Oahu takes you by car through the island's most recognizable landmarks in a single afternoon, with a local guide, bottled water and snacks included. The route starts at Diamond Head, curves around the windward side past Hanauma Bay and the Halona Blowhole, then returns through downtown Honolulu to see Iolani Palace, the Hawaii State Capitol, and Kawaiaha'o Church. Pickup is included; you choose whether to stop for lunch on your own.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guided tour covering multiple landmarks in one afternoon; choose a self-guided drive instead if you'd rather spend hours swimming or hiking at fewer spots.Free cancellationLikely to sell outKids −33%fromUS$ 187View ›
Haleakala Bike Tour from 6,500 feet to sea level: Maui
Haleakala Bike Tour from 6,500 feet to sea level: Maui★★★★★★★★★★ 4.23 (64)5hA predawn bike tour down Haleakala volcano on Maui starts at 6,500 feet and descends all the way to sea level in Paia, coasting through 29 switchback turns with a local guide. The tour includes a narrated drive through Makawao and Kula to watch the predawn colors before you mount the bike. Riders must be at least 12 years old and weigh no more than 280 pounds; a no-host meal stop in Paia is built into the itinerary.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in a hotel without a car—pickup and dropoff are included, so you descend from 6,500 feet by bike without needing your own transportation or logistics.Free cancellationfromUS$ 165View ›
Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour
Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.17 (64)12hA 12-hour day trip from Oahu to Hilo combines interisland roundtrip airfare, ground transport, a guided sightseeing tour of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and a 45-minute helicopter tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, all in one booking. Your driver-guide narrates the route through Kilauea and Mauna Loa, both active volcanoes; lunch is included. The helicopter flies over recent volcanic activity and waterfalls (weather permitting). Kilauea last erupted in June 2023, with lava fountains reaching 50 feet high from vents in Halema'uma'u crater. A mandatory 45-minute safety briefing precedes the flight; weight restrictions apply for the helicopter due to FAA regulations.Is it for me?Book this if you want interisland airfare and ground transport bundled in one package; choose the helicopter add-on if you want an aerial view of the volcanoes rather than seeing them only from the ground.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 1,054View ›
Maui Outrigger Canoe Tour & Snorkeling with Local Guide
Maui Outrigger Canoe Tour & Snorkeling with Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.62 (63)2hYou’ll paddle an authentic Hawaiian outrigger canoe along Maui’s Wailea coast with a local guide who shares real family stories. Snorkel clear waters with sea turtles, spot seasonal whales if you’re lucky, and learn about ancient navigation firsthand. With gear included and cold water on board, it’s an experience you’ll remember long after your feet hit the sand again.Free cancellationKids −27%fromUS$ 179View ›
Maui: Whale watching private air tour with guide & drinks
Maui: Whale watching private air tour with guide & drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (63)1hYou’ll fly over Maui’s coast with a local guide during whale season, spotting humpbacks from panoramic windows while listening to live commentary and sipping cold drinks. From takeoff near Kihei to circling Molokini Crater, you’ll get rare views and moments you’ll remember long after landing.Free cancellationfromUS$ 420View ›
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