Things to do in Honolulu
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Honolulu: Downhill Bike & Waterfall Hike with Hotel PickupYou hike less than a mile to a hidden 35-foot waterfall with ridge views, then ride a van up 2,000 feet into the forest reserve. After that, you coast five miles downhill on easy cruiser bikes through rainforest on a paved road, with a guide explaining the plants and geology along the way. Lunch, all gear, and hotel pickup are included; the whole experience takes four to five hours.Is it for me?Good for families and mixed fitness levels who want to see two sides of Oahu — rainforest and ridge views — without arranging their own transport or figuring out the trailhead. The guide and all equipment mean you show up ready to move.
Oahu: Turtle Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise with 6 Water ActivitiesYou snorkel with Hawaiian green sea turtles in Turtle Canyon, then choose from kayaking, paddleboarding, sea scooters, or swimming — all included. The catamaran cruises the Waikiki coastline with views of Diamond Head and the skyline, then anchors for sunset with charcuterie and cocktails on board. Waikiki pickup and drop-off are included; the whole experience runs one afternoon into early evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel with sea turtles and try multiple water activities in one outing without arranging separate bookings or transport between stops — the catamaran keeps everything together and the crew handles the logistics so you just move from one thing to the next.
Private Island Adventure Tour with Custom ItineraryYou’ll get a totally private island adventure, tailored to what your group wants to see and do. No big crowds, just real moments—like feeling sea spray at the blow hole or chatting with locals along the way.
Honolulu: 20-Min Helicopter Tour, Doors Off & Diamond HeadYou fly out of Honolulu International Airport for a 20-minute loop over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Punchbowl Crater, and Pearl Harbor, with views into the crater and down to the USS Arizona Memorial. Choose doors-off for unobstructed photos or doors-on for a standard window view. The tour includes a phone strap to secure your camera and parking fees, and you're back on the ground before the experience feels rushed.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Honolulu landmarks in 20 minutes without arranging ground transport or timing a land-based tour — the helicopter does the routing and the timing for you, and you see everything from above in one flight.
Oahu: Bike, Hike & Snorkel Combo with Diamond Head SailYou hike through a rainforest most Honolulu visitors skip, sail and snorkel off Diamond Head on a small catamaran, then coast downhill through tropical forest on a bike. The guide handles all the logistics and equipment—you just show up and move through four different parts of Oahu in one day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see multiple sides of Oahu in one day without renting a car or coordinating separate tours—the guide and small-group format handle the transitions and logistics, which is what makes four different activities fit into one afternoon.
Diamond Head and Makapuu Lighthouse hike: Self-guided Oahu trailsA self-guided hiking tour in Honolulu combining Diamond Head and Makapuu Lighthouse Trail with round-trip shuttle service from Waikiki. You hike at your own pace along paved paths and switchbacks, stopping at Halona Blowhole for photos, with park entry fees, a Diamond Head map and water included. Live guides in English and Portuguese are available; children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you want to hike two summits at your own pace with a shuttle connecting them—you'll move between Diamond Head and Makapuu on your schedule rather than following a guide's itinerary.
Oahu Pearl Harbor & Island Tour: Local Guide, Airfare, PickupYou’ll fly from Big Island to Oahu for a full-day tour led by a local guide — from reflecting at Pearl Harbor’s USS Arizona Memorial to tasting fresh shrimp on the North Shore and sampling pineapple treats at Dole Plantation. Expect laughter with locals, ocean views, and moments that linger long after you’re home.
Diamond Head Sunrise Hike: Summit Tour with Trolley ReturnA Diamond Head sunrise hike from Waikīkī includes hotel pickup, narrated drive to the trailhead, park entry, and two hours to summit the 0.8-mile trail at your own pace. The Green Line trolley return ticket is included, so you can linger at the 360-degree views without rushing back down. Your driver shares the crater's volcanic history and coastal defense story on the way in.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to hike at your own pace with a narrated drive beforehand—your driver explains the crater's history and trail conditions on the way, then you're free to linger at the summit before catching the included trolley back.
Honolulu: Private Harbor Transfer with Local DriverYou’ll be met by your local driver right at your arrival point—airport, hotel lobby, or cruise terminal—helped with your luggage, and driven smoothly across Honolulu to your next stop. Expect friendly conversation (or quiet if you need it), flexible pickup times, and those small moments—like catching plumeria on the breeze—that remind you travel can be gentle too.
Honolulu: Diamond Head & Manoa Falls Hike with Audio GuideYou get picked up at your Waikiki hotel, hike Diamond Head crater with an included audio guide and views across the island, rest and eat at a local spot, then hike through bamboo forest to Manoa Falls waterfall. The guide handles timing and drives you between stops in an air-conditioned vehicle, so you focus on the walking and the views. Plan for a full morning — the two hikes total about 150 minutes of actual hiking time, plus travel and breaks.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to hike two of Oahu's most popular spots without arranging transport or timing yourself — the guide handles the vehicle and the route, which lets you focus on the walking and the views. Both hikes are self-paced and suitable for all fitness levels, though expect a full morning of activity and some steep sections on Diamond Head.
Oahu: Zipline & Dolphin Watching Snorkel with LunchYou’ll start by flying above Oahu’s treetops on three ziplines at Coral Crater Adventure Park before heading to Ko Olina for a dolphin watching cruise and snorkeling stop. Enjoy a hot Hawaiian buffet lunch on board as you watch for turtles or whales (in season). It’s an easygoing day that mixes adrenaline with real island flavor — and you might find yourself thinking about those ocean views long after you’re home.
Oahu Circle Island Tour: Waimea Falls & Byodo-In TempleYou start in the mountains, move through temples and valleys, eat at food trucks, swim under a waterfall, and hit eight major stops without arranging transport or timing any of it yourself. Entry to Waimea Valley, the Byodo-In Temple, and the Dole Plantation is included, along with the air-conditioned van and a local guide who knows the stories. The whole day runs from early morning through late afternoon, small groups only.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see the main sides of Oahu—windward valleys, north shore, southeast cliffs, and the central plateau—in one day without renting a car or figuring out timing and entry fees yourself. Small groups and a local guide mean you get the stories and the stops without feeling rushed or lost.
Private East Oahu Tour: Byodo-In Temple & Pali LookoutA private guided tour of Oahu's east side lasting four to five hours, with hotel pickup and a live guide in English or Spanish. The itinerary includes Byodo-In Temple in the Valley of the Temples, Halona Blowhole, Makapuu Lighthouse, Waimanalo Beach, and Pali Lookout, where you learn about the 1795 Battle of Nuʻuanu. The Byodo-In Temple visit is available as an add-on option at checkout.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying in Honolulu or elsewhere on Oahu without a rental car—the private pickup means you don't arrange your own transport, and the fixed route covers the east side's main sights in one morning or afternoon. The small group size (just you and your guide) lets you set the pace and linger where the view holds you.
Honolulu: Diamond Head Hike & Oahu Circle Island TourYou hike Diamond Head at the start of the day, then spend the next ten hours circling Oahu's coast with stops at coffee farms, Dole Plantation, the North Shore surf towns, Kahuku food trucks for lunch, Tropical Farms, and Byodo-In Temple. The guide is local, the group stays small, and entry fees plus lunch are already paid for—you just show up at your hotel in the morning.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the main Oahu landmarks in one day without arranging your own transport, entry fees, or timing—the small-group format and fixed itinerary handle all of that, leaving you free to hike, eat, and look around.
Pearl Harbor Private Tour with Former Submariner Historian - OahuA private Pearl Harbor tour on Oahu led by a former submariner and historian, covering the USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri Memorial over six hours. You travel by air-conditioned vehicle with direct access to Ford Island, bypassing the public shuttle system. The guide draws on firsthand knowledge and lifelong ties to Pearl Harbor to frame the December 7, 1941 attack and its aftermath within the larger arc of the war.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move through Pearl Harbor's two defining sites without managing shuttles and entry lines yourself, or if you're spending a single afternoon on Oahu and need the history framed by someone who knows it from the inside.
Private Oahu Full Day Tour: North Shore, Dole, Lanikai & MoreYou’ll taste local flavors, swim with turtles, stroll surf towns, and see Oahu’s best beaches—all with a friendly local guide who knows every shortcut and secret spot.
Oahu Circle Island Tour: Byodo-In Temple & North Shore Small GroupYou get hotel pickup in Honolulu, a full circle around Oahu with stops at Halona Blowhole, Byodo-In Temple, the North Shore's famous breaks, and Dole Plantation, plus entry fees and bottled water throughout. Lunch and snacks are available for purchase at local spots along the way. The van is air-conditioned and groups stay small, so you see more detail than you would on a bigger tour and finish back at your hotel in the late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the whole island in one day without renting a car or figuring out timing and entry fees yourself — the small-group format and local driver mean you stop at places most tourists miss and get real context instead of a script.
Hanauma Bay Ridge Hike: Private Guided Tour with Local ExpertA private guided hike along Hanauma Bay's ridge in Honolulu with a knowledgeable local guide, bottled water and snacks included. Groups stay at 10 people or fewer. The paved moderate-level trail takes 3 to 4 hours and is accessible to most fitness levels; children from age 6 are welcome, and pickup is arranged for you.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a guided walk with a local who knows the bay's history and ecology, rather than exploring on your own or joining a larger group.
Honolulu Airport Transfer: Waikiki & Cruise Terminal ShuttleYou're met at baggage claim by a greeter with your name, helped with luggage, and driven to your Waikiki or Kahala hotel or cruise terminal in a shared shuttle. The fixed price and included meet-and-greet mean no negotiating at the curb or hunting for a ride after a long flight. Call the supplier at least three days ahead if you need to book a return transfer at a specific time.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Honolulu and want to skip the taxi line and rental car counter — the fixed price and meet-and-greet at baggage claim mean you're on your way to your hotel or ship without arranging anything else once you touch down.
Honolulu Airport to Hotel Transfer: Shared Mercedes & Lei GreetingYou're met at baggage claim and driven to your Oahu hotel in a shared Mercedes shuttle, with luggage help and a fixed price that covers the round trip. On departure, pickup happens at your door and gets you back to the airport on schedule. The lei greeting option adds a Hawaiian welcome at no extra hassle.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to skip the airport taxi line and rental car hassle—the driver finds you, the price is locked in, and both trips are handled the same way, so your first and last hours in Honolulu feel less like logistics and more like the start of your vacation.
