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Oahu Snorkel Cruise: Dolphins, Whales & Hawaiian BuffetYou board a custom catamaran and cruise Oahu's west coast while the captain hunts for dolphins, whales, and sea turtles. When marine life appears, the boat stops so you can watch from the deck. You then snorkel a coral reef for an hour with provided gear and instruction, rinse off in one of six warm showers, and eat a hot Hawaiian buffet with an open bar. Optional Waikiki pickup saves you the drive to the marina.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see dolphins and whales without arranging your own boat or managing the timing yourself—the captain's local knowledge and the fixed route handle the wildlife spotting, and the buffet and showers mean you're not wet and hungry for the rest of your day.
Maui Waterfall and Rainforest Hike: Small Group TourA 5-hour guided hike on Maui takes small groups into East Maui's rainforest valleys along the Road to Hana, where several waterfalls drop into swimmable pools. You'll wade through streams, climb basalt rock formations to jump safely into the water, and eat lunch on the trail. A local naturalist guide leads the way, and the hike operates in all weather; hotel pickup is available from South or West Maui accommodations, or you can meet the group at the trailhead.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to swim and jump at waterfalls without renting a car or navigating the Road to Hana yourself. The small group size and local guide mean you're moving at a pace that lets you linger at each pool instead of rushing through, and the lunch included on the trail keeps the day self-contained.
Kauai Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls: Guided Wailua River tourThis guided kayaking and hiking tour on Kauai takes you up the Wailua River to Uluwehi Falls (Secret Falls), a 100-foot waterfall where you swim and rest. A professional guide leads the five-hour outing, sharing Hawaiian history and legends as you paddle sacred waterways and hike through forest terrain. The tour includes all gear, a dry bag for your phone, and snacks at the falls; you'll need moderate fitness and secure hiking shoes, and the tour departs immediately after check-in with no late arrivals allowed.Is it for me?Paddle through sacred waterways with a guide who shares the river's myths and legends—the smaller group means you'll experience the lush valley and falls without the crowds of larger tours.
Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona & USS Missouri Tour from WaikikiYou get hotel pickup, entry to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and its documentary, a boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial (subject to availability), a full tour of the Battleship Missouri's decks and interior, and a drive past Punchbowl Cemetery and other Honolulu landmarks. The whole day runs as a small group from Waikiki with return transport included, so you move through the sites without arranging logistics yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both the USS Arizona Memorial and the Battleship Missouri in one morning without arranging your own transport, tickets, or timing—the small-group format and included pickup mean you show up at your hotel and the logistics are handled.
Te Au Moana Luau on Maui: Three-course dinner and fire knife showTe Au Moana Luau at The Wailea Beach Marriott Resort on Maui is a three- to four-hour evening activity where you dine on a traditional Hawaiian meal in three courses while watching live Polynesian dances and music, ending with a fire knife performance. You receive a fresh flower lei (subject to availability), kukui nut lei or carved wooden necklace; pre-show entertainment begins before the meal. Choose between premium or standard seating at checkout, and provide your hotel details and a cell phone number for a text with your table assignment and check-in time on the day of the event.Is it for me?Book premium seating if you want the best sightline to the stage and the performers; standard seating still includes the full meal and show, just from a different vantage point. The three- to four-hour duration means you can fit the luau into an evening without it consuming your whole night, and the text-message check-in takes the guesswork out of arrival time.
Parasailing Oahu: Fly 500 feet over WaikikiParasailing in Oahu lifts you 500 feet above Waikiki on a tandem or triple flight with a live English-speaking guide, using a harness method for smooth dry takeoff and landing from the boat. All equipment is included. Children 15 and under must fly with a parent or guardian; combined weight for any flight cannot exceed 450 lbs. The activity lasts about an hour from boat to return.Is it for me?Book this if you want to fly without the usual tow-behind setup—the harness method means you launch and land dry from the boat itself, which is faster and smoother than other parasailing methods. The 500-foot altitude and position over Waikiki give you Diamond Head and the whole coastline in one view, and the captain adjusts the flight to the day's conditions, so you get the experience that's actually safe and possible, not a forced one.
Maui: West Coast Snorkel Tour & Lunch from Ka’anapaliYou’ll start right on Ka’anapali Beach with local guides who keep things fun from the first step onto the catamaran. Spot dolphins (and whales if you’re lucky), then snorkel over reefs where sea turtles glide by—before sharing lunch and drinks on deck as Maui’s coastline drifts past. It’s more relaxed than you might expect—and those underwater moments will stick with you.
Maui Luau in Kihei: Polynesian Show with DinnerGilligans' Island Luau is a Polynesian dinner show in Kihei on Maui featuring Hawaiian, Tahitian and Samoan dancers, a Samoan fire dancer finale, and live Hawaiian musicians. The luau seats fewer than 150 guests, so sightlines to the stage are unobstructed from every table. Dinner is a full Hawaiian buffet with kalua pork, teriyaki chicken, panko-crusted mahi mahi, lomi lomi salmon and sides; dessert includes chocolate haupia pie and lilikoi bars. An open bar with tropical well drinks, house wine and beer is included. VIP seating adds priority check-in, premium table placement and a kukui nut lei.Is it for me?Book VIP seating if you want the best sightlines and a front-row experience without the logistics of arranging it yourself; the smaller venue means premium tables are still intimate, not distant from the stage like at larger resort luaus. General Seating works well if you're flexible on table placement and want the full show and dinner at a lower price point.
Oahu: Hanauma Bay Snorkeling & Early Pickup from WaikikiYou get picked up before dawn from your Waikiki hotel and driven straight to Hanauma Bay's opening, skipping the crowds and arriving when the water is calmest. Sanitized snorkel gear is included and fitted to you before you enter; you pay $25 cash for entry and watch a brief conservation video, then spend your morning exploring the protected reef. The driver picks you up at a set time and returns you to your hotel, so you never worry about parking or timing the drive back.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to snorkel Hanauma Bay without arranging your own transport or worrying about parking and entry lines—the early pickup is what gets you there when the water is calmest and the reef is least crowded.
Kailua Bay Kayak & Snorkel: Mokulua Islands & Sea TurtlesYou paddle from Kailua Beach to the Mokulua Islands or Popoia Island, snorkel with green sea turtles and tropical fish, and hike to a natural tide pool. Equipment, permits, and parking are included; lunch is optional. Guided tours follow a set route; self-guided lets you choose your pace and stops. Most trips run two to four hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel with sea turtles and explore the Mokulua Islands without arranging your own boat or permits — the outfitter has held the special landing permission since 1982, and all equipment and parking are included, so you just show up and paddle.
Kailua Kona dinner cruise to Kealakekua Bay: Historical narrationA 3-hour dinner cruise from Kailua Pier to Kealakekua Bay on Hawaii Island's west coast, with a local guide sharing Hawaiian history and stories as you sail. The boat departs Kailua Pier after boarding and appetizers, cruises 24 miles round trip with live narration and dinner at the bay, then returns with live Hawaiian music and sunset views. Dinner, one complimentary cocktail, live entertainment and parking are included; dietary requests need 48 hours' notice by phone.Is it for me?This is a shared cruise with a fixed departure time and a guided experience, so it suits travelers who want the evening arranged and don't want to navigate the coast or plan the meal themselves. If you're new to the island and want to learn the history and stories behind the sites, the historian's narration is what sets this apart from a standard dinner boat.
Maui Whale Watch from Lahaina: Small Group Raft ToursYou board a small-group raft that sits low on the water, giving you an eye-level view of humpback whales as they breach and surface. A marine naturalist explains the behavior while you listen to whale songs through a hydrophone and capture photos from a perspective most tour boats can't offer. The tour runs 1.5 or 2 hours, and if you visit December through April without seeing whales, you go again free. Pickup and return happen from Lahaina.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see humpback whales from a perspective most boats can't offer—close, low on the water, and with a naturalist explaining what you're watching—and you're visiting Maui between December and April when the guarantee applies.
Oahu Circle Island Tour: North Shore, Macadamia Farm & PickupYou’ll circle Oahu with a local guide who knows every story behind each beach and lookout. Taste macadamia nuts straight from the farm, watch waves crash at North Shore, and try that famous pineapple ice cream at Dole Plantation. Expect laughter on board, salty breezes through open windows, and maybe—if you’re lucky—a sea turtle sighting that sticks with you long after.
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: 50-minute guaranteeYou board near Waikiki's Hilton Lagoon, snorkel for fifty minutes at Turtle Canyon with three certified guides, and see Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles feeding and resting on the reef. All equipment is provided, including flotation vests, and the company guarantees a turtle sighting or a free return visit. Expect calm water and active turtles if you book an early departure.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in or near Waikiki who want to see Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles without arranging their own boat or gear. Plan for a moderate level of physical fitness—you're swimming in the ocean with a vest and guide, not lounging—and book an early departure if you can, since mornings bring calmer water and more active turtles.
Waikiki submarine diving: 64-passenger Atlantis underwaterAtlantis Submarine's 64-passenger submarine in Waikiki takes you 100 feet underwater for a 45-minute dive through artificial reefs, sunken ships and coral habitat. A 10-minute shuttle boat carries you from Waikiki to the boarding site, and a live English-language guide narrates what you see through large viewing portals. The submarine is air-conditioned, pressurized and requires no diving certification or wetsuit.Is it for me?Book an earlier departure—9am or 10am—if you want calmer water and clearer visibility; afternoon dives tend to have choppier conditions. The submarine holds 64 passengers, so it's a shared experience rather than private, which means you're watching alongside other travelers but the large viewing portals and spacious seating keep sightlines clear.
Oahu: 2-Hour Whale Watching with Guaranteed SightingsYou board a 2-hour whale watching cruise off Oahu during humpback season (December–April) with a professional captain and crew. Dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life may appear. If no whales surface, you get a free return trip. Bring your full legal name for Coast Guard check-in and complete the waiver beforehand to speed up boarding.Is it for me?Right for travelers visiting Oahu between December and April who want to see humpback whales without arranging their own boat. The two-hour window and small-group format mean you're out and back in a morning or afternoon, and the free re-ride guarantee removes the risk of a wasted trip.
Oahu: Polynesian Cultural Center & HĀ Show with BuffetYou spend your afternoon moving through six island villages at your own pace, trying activities and talking with the people who live those cultures. Dinner is an all-you-can-eat buffet with live music, then you settle in for a 75-minute evening show with over 100 performers. Plan to arrive by noon and stay until close to 9pm; the full day is what makes room for all three pieces.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to spend a full afternoon and evening exploring Polynesian culture without a guide directing the pace—you move through villages at your own speed, eat when you're ready, and watch a major show. Expect to be on your feet most of the afternoon and stay until close to 9pm; that's what fits all three experiences into one day.
Kona: Night Manta Ray Snorkel Tour & Sunset Boat RideYou’ll float above glowing waters in Kona as manta rays swirl beneath you—guided by locals who know every current. Watch the sunset from deck, slip into a wetsuit, and share quiet awe as these gentle giants glide past. Whether you swim or just watch from above, it’s one of those nights that lingers long after.
Pearl Harbor & USS Missouri: WWII Memorials from OahuYou visit the USS Arizona Memorial by Navy shuttle boat, explore the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center exhibits, and walk the USS Missouri Battleship — two symbolic bookends of America's Pacific War. Transport, entry, and a knowledgeable guide are included; you bring ID and wear appropriate clothing. The fixed itinerary means no decisions about timing or logistics once you're picked up.Is it for me?Book this if you want the two defining Pearl Harbor sites in one day without arranging your own transport through an active military base or figuring out ferry schedules — the fixed itinerary and included shuttle boat mean you move between memorials on time, not on guesswork.
Kauai: Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike with PickupYou paddle up the Wailua River with a local guide, pass through historic Hawaiian waters, then hike through rainforest to a 120-foot cascade. The tour includes kayak, life jacket, snacks, water, and shuttle pickup from Coconut Marketplace—no parking fees, no experience required. Plan for a moderate day: 4 miles of paddling and 2.5 miles of hiking on uneven, often muddy terrain.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to paddle and hike without arranging parking or transport—the shuttle and included fees handle that. Expect a moderate day: 4 miles of paddling and 2.5 miles of hiking on uneven, often muddy terrain, which is what gets you to the waterfall most visitors miss.
