Things to do in Honolulu
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Waikiki: Bodyboard Lesson with Pickup & Local InstructorYou’ll feel both excitement and nerves as you hop on the Waikiki surf shuttle for your first group bodyboard lesson. With local instructors guiding every step — from gearing up to catching your first wave — you’ll laugh, maybe swallow some seawater, and end up cheering each other on. Includes pickup, all equipment, and a chance to relive your best moments after class.
Oahu: LOST & Movie Sites Private Hummer Tour with PickupYou’ll stand where LOST crashed onto Oahu’s beaches, laugh with your guide over movie trivia, wander temple gardens used in TV scenes, and feel salty wind in your hair at Halona Blowhole. With private Hummer transport, hotel pickup, entry fees covered, and time for photos or questions at every stop—you might end up seeing Oahu through both TV magic and real island life.
Oahu Helicopter Tour 30 Minutes: Doors Off & Pearl HarborYou’ll fly above Oahu’s iconic sights — Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head crater, Hanauma Bay’s wild colors, Makapu’u Lighthouse, Mt. Olomana’s peaks, lush Nu’uanu Valley rain forest, and historic Pearl Harbor — with a local guide narrating every turn. Choose doors-off for pure adrenaline or keep them on if you prefer comfort; either way you’ll remember that feeling of wind and wonder long after landing.
Oahu Private Tour: Beaches, North Shore & Customizable StopsYou choose from 30+ Oahu attractions — beaches, historical sites, North Shore surf spots, or a combination — and a private guide takes you to the ones you want in a 6-7 hour loop with hotel pickup included. Stops include Hanauma Bay, Sunset Beach, Dole Plantation, and a free macadamia nut tasting. Lunch at local food trucks. Groups up to 14 people fit in one vehicle.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see multiple sides of Oahu — beaches, history, local food, North Shore culture — without arranging their own transport or being locked into a tour bus schedule. The flexibility to pick your stops and the private vehicle make it work for couples, families, and small groups who want to move at their own pace.
Honolulu: Pearl Harbor & Oahu Circle Island TourYou get picked up from Waikiki, visit the USS Arizona Memorial with a Navy boat ride and historical exhibits, drive the windward coast past mountains and fish ponds, stop at a macadamia farm and Kualoa Regional Park, grab lunch on your own at the North Shore (cash recommended), explore Haleiwa and the famous surf beaches, and finish at the Dole Plantation before returning to your hotel. All entry tickets are included and provided by your guide on the morning of the tour.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Pearl Harbor, the North Shore, and the windward side of Oahu in a single day without renting a car or coordinating your own transport and tickets—the fixed itinerary and included entry passes are what make the whole loop possible in one morning and afternoon.
Honolulu: Private Helicopter Tour Oahu Landmarks & 1hr FlightYou’ll feel your heart race as you lift off from Honolulu for an hour-long private helicopter tour circling Oahu’s famous landmarks—Waikiki’s beaches, Diamond Head’s jagged rim, Hanauma Bay’s wild blues, and the solemn USS Arizona Memorial. With a local pilot guiding you and your camera secure on its lanyard, expect moments that stick with you long after landing.
Private Oahu Circle Island Tour: Fully Personalized ItineraryA private Oahu circle island tour customized to your group's interests, with a guide, vehicle and snorkeling gear included. Groups of two to 24 choose their own stops — the North Shore, Dole Plantation, kayaking, turtle snorkeling, local lunch spots — and set the pace without holding up anyone else. Available in English or Spanish, with pickup and drop-off at your hotel or preferred location.Is it for me?Book this if your group wants to move at its own pace without a set schedule or the pressure of holding up strangers. The customizable stops and timing are what make it possible to spend real time at the places that matter to you, instead of hitting a checklist.
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkeling & Trolley Ride TourYou’ll ride a trolley from Waikiki to board a double-decker boat bound for Turtle Canyon. Snorkel alongside gentle Hawaiian sea turtles with help from local guides, then relax with snacks and watch a hula performance onboard. Between ocean views and easy laughter, you’ll find yourself slowing down—just enough to notice what’s around you.
Oahu Private Tour: North Shore, Diamond Head & Dole PlantationYou get a private van with a local guide who customizes the route as you go, hitting Diamond Head, North Shore beaches, Haleiwa, Dole Plantation, and a macadamia farm with free tastings. No fixed itinerary means you linger where it matters and skip what doesn't. Minimum booking is 4 adults; the van seats up to 6 passengers total.Is it for me?Right for groups of 4 to 6 who want to see Oahu's range—from Diamond Head to North Shore to pineapple fields—without a fixed schedule or a crowded bus. Eight hours is a full day, and that's what lets you move at your own rhythm and actually talk to your guide instead of listening to a microphone.
Hanauma Bay Snorkeling: Priority Entry & Waikiki PickupYou get picked up from your Waikiki hotel, watch the mandatory safety video on the ride, and arrive at Hanauma Bay ready to snorkel without waiting in the entry line. Spend the day exploring the reef at your own pace, then return to your hotel on the same electric shuttle. If you add the Honolulu Zoo ticket, you'll have entry but will need to handle transport between the two attractions yourself.Is it for me?Pick this if you're staying in Waikiki and want guaranteed entry to Hanauma Bay without arranging your own transport or sitting through the safety video at the gate — the shuttle handles both, leaving you more time in the water.
Honolulu: Private Surf Lessons on Oahu with Pro SurferYou’ll paddle out into Honolulu’s gentle waves with a pro surfer guiding every move—reef shoes and waterproof shirts included so you can focus on standing up (or falling in) without worry. Expect laughter, salty air, and those small wins that stick with you long after your lesson ends.
Pearl Harbor & Honolulu: Arizona Memorial Day Trip from KauaiYou’ll stand above the sunken USS Arizona at Pearl Harbor, feel that hush as oil rises from below, then explore Honolulu’s royal sites—from Punchbowl Crater to Iolani Palace—with stories from a local guide. Flights from Kauai and all entry tickets are included so you can focus on what matters: being present for these moments.
Honolulu: Rainforest eBike Tour Mount Tantalus RouteYou’ll pedal through Honolulu’s lush rainforest on an eBike, hearing forest birds and feeling cool mountain air as you climb Mount Tantalus with a local guide. Expect real conversation, easygoing company, and moments where the city feels far away—plus all gear included so you can just show up ready to ride.
Half-day Circle Island tour Oahu: Byodo-in Temple & breakfastA half-day circle island tour around Oahu (9am–1pm) with pickup from any Waikiki or Ala Moana hotel, stopping at Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, Makapuu Lighthouse, Nu'uanu Pali Lookout, and Byodo-in Temple. The tour includes a kalua pig breakfast burrito at a Hawaiian-owned café in Waimanalo, Byodo-in admission, parking fees, and a local guide speaking English. The faster route covers more ground than full-day tours without eating the afternoon.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the commentary and the history without strain. The four-hour window suits travelers who want the circle island highlights but have other plans in the afternoon—or who'd rather not commit a full day to a tour.
Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise: Private SUV & SprinterYou’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.
Oahu Circle Island Tour: Waikiki, North Shore & Dole with PickupYou’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.
Oahu West Coast: Dolphin Watching & Turtle Snorkeling TourYou’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.
Oahu Circle Island: Private Day Tour with Custom StopsYou’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.
Honolulu Airport to Waikiki: Private Van Transfer up to 14You 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.
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum: WWII Aircraft & Control TowerYou 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.
