Things to do in Oahu
Sunset Cruise Waikiki38 optionsSnorkel Oahu61 optionsWhale Watching Oahu31 optionsBoat Tour Oahu69 optionsOahu Helicopter Tour9 optionsNorth Shore Tours40 optionsZipline Oahu5 optionsSunset Cruise Oahu22 optionsOahu Catamaran36 optionsFishing Tour Oahu8 optionsSnorkeling Tour Waikiki8 optionsGlass Bottom Boat Oahu8 options
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Pearl Harbor: Small Group Tour, Ford Tower & LunchYou’ll ride from Waikiki with a local guide sharing family stories, stand quietly at the Arizona Memorial shoreline, climb Ford Island’s tower for sweeping harbor views, and walk Battleship Missouri’s decks before sitting down to lunch at a real aviation café. It’s one of those days that lingers long after you’ve left.
Horseback Ride in Kahuku: Paniolo Adventure on OahuA 90-minute horseback ride through Gunstock Ranch in Kahuku, Oahu, where you travel forest trails and open pastures with a guide and small group to reach a North Shore coastline lookout. Check in 45 minutes before your ride time; a safety demo runs 15 minutes before departure. Children from age 7 are welcome; riders must weigh no more than 235 pounds and advise their weight at booking.Is it for me?Most Oahu horseback rides move through resort grounds or managed arenas—this one climbs into actual ranch country and ends at a working coastline view, which is what turns a 90-minute ride into the reason you came to the North Shore.
Scuba Diving Oahu: Guided Reef Tour for First-Time DiversA guided scuba diving experience on Oahu's south shore reefs for introductory divers, with a 1-on-1 skills session led by a PADI Professional before the reef tour. All gear rental, snacks and refreshments are included; participants must clear a medical questionnaire and cannot fly within 24 hours of diving.Is it for me?A 1-on-1 skills session with direct professional supervision lets you master the basics, then explore the reef with full confidence and a guide by your side the entire time.
Waikiki & Diamond Head: Parasailing Adventure with ViewsYou’ll launch right from a boat off Waikiki and soar up to 1,000 feet with Diamond Head and Honolulu’s skyline beneath you. A local crew handles all instructions and gear so you can just focus on flying (or trying not to drop your phone). You’ll share laughs, spot sea turtles if you’re lucky, and end up with memories that stick long after your feet are back on deck.
Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki: One-on-One InstructionPrivate surfing lessons in Waikiki pair you with a dedicated instructor for one-on-one or small group training tailored to your skill level and goals. The lesson starts on land with safety and technique basics, then moves to the water for hands-on practice. All equipment—surfboard, wax and sunscreen—is provided; you bring a swimsuit and come hydrated. Lessons run 1 hour or 1.5 hours, with flexible scheduling and instruction available in English or Spanish. Children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book the 1.5-hour lesson if you're visiting Waikiki for the first time and want enough water time to move past the basics; the 1-hour option works if you have a free afternoon and want a quick introduction without a big time commitment.
Oahu North Shore: Horseback Ride & Hidden Cave TourYou’ll ride horseback through Oahu’s North Shore pastures with a local guide, taste wild guava along the way, and stop at a lookout with sweeping ocean views. Peek inside the Hawaii 5-0 Hidden Cave before heading back—expect laughter, fresh air, and maybe a little soreness you’ll remember fondly.
Honolulu Airport to Waikiki: Private Minivan TransferYou get picked up at luggage claim with no waiting or searching, ride in a private minivan with your whole group, and arrive at your Waikiki hotel without arranging transport or paying extra fees. The driver tracks your flight and confirms your departure time the day before, so the logistics are handled before you even land.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi line and public transport confusion after landing — the driver tracks your flight and meets you at luggage claim, so you go straight from the airport to your hotel without arranging anything else.
Honolulu: Waikiki Sunset Sail & Swimming with BYOBYou board a three-hulled sailing trimaran and spend the evening moving past Diamond Head, Magic Island, and the Royal Hawaiian Hotel as the light changes. You get a swim off Waikiki during the golden hour, a full 1,000-square-foot deck to move around on, and the option to bring your own drinks (no glass). The smooth hull design keeps the ride stable even in rougher conditions, and you're back on shore by nightfall.Is it for me?Book this if you want a sunset on the water without the crowded beach scene—the boat moves you past the landmarks instead of anchoring, and you control what you drink and how long you stay in the water.
Waikiki: Snorkeling Class with Free Video & PhotosYou’ll slip into shallow Waikiki waters with a local guide who keeps things light and safe — even if you’re new to snorkeling. Expect bright fish right near your feet, free photos and video to keep after, and all equipment included so you don’t have to worry about a thing. You might leave thinking about how peaceful it felt under those sunlit waves.
Waikiki Turtle Canyon: Snorkeling, Kayak & SUP with PickupYou’ll start your day with hotel pickup in Waikiki before cruising out past Diamond Head to Turtle Canyon for snorkeling alongside Hawaiian green sea turtles. Try kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding (or just float around), snack on cup noodles or sweets from the friendly crew, and soak up those ocean views—with certified guides making sure you’re comfortable every step of the way.
Oahu Sunset Sail from Kewalo Harbor with Free DrinksYou board a catamaran at Kewalo Basin Harbor and sail toward Diamond Head for ninety minutes with complimentary beer, cocktails, and soft drinks included. Expect to get wet from the waves and a party-focused crew; all ages are welcome, though the atmosphere is bar-motivated. Check in thirty minutes early or lose your reservation.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want a sunset on the water without the sit-down dinner price tag and don't mind a wet, party-focused vibe. The ninety-minute window and included drinks mean you're not spending the evening at a bar—you're on the boat, and that's the whole point.
Oahu: Small Group Surf Lesson & GoPro Videos at Local BreakYou’ll learn to surf away from Waikiki’s crowds on Oahu’s quieter shores with just two students per lesson. With all gear provided plus GoPro videos included, you’ll catch real waves alongside a local guide—and maybe even laugh at your own wipeouts later.
Oahu Sunset Dinner Cruise: Five-Course Maine Lobster & Live JazzThis three-hour sunset dinner cruise on Oahu departs at 5:30 PM from Aloha Tower Marketplace and serves a five-course Maine lobster and Prime Tenderloin dinner at your private table, accompanied by live jazz entertainment and two premium beverages. The ship is wheelchair accessible with stabilizers for smooth sailing, and Friday departures run three hours to catch the fireworks. Dress code is casual (no short pants recommended); call 72 hours ahead to arrange special requests.Is it for me?Book this if you want a seated five-course dinner at a private table rather than standing appetizers—the multi-course meal and live jazz create an evening experience, not a quick float.
Luau Kaula in Ko Olina: Story-based Hawaiian cultural showLuau Kaula in Ko Olina is a story-based luau where you follow a Hawaiian family's genealogy across Tahiti, Samoa and Hawaiʻi through music, dance and cultural performance. You choose when to eat from locally sourced dishes served from a food truck, join in cultural activities and friendly competitions, and the evening includes a lei greeting and welcome beverage. Hotel pickup is available on select ticket options; the experience runs three hours and is wheelchair accessible throughout.Is it for me?Book the Standard or VIP ticket with transport if you're staying in a hotel and want the whole evening arranged—pickup, the show, dinner and the ride back all fit into one evening without you driving. The Cocktail Only option works if you want the performance and activities but prefer to eat elsewhere, and it's available with or without transport depending on where you're staying.
Oahu Bike Food Tour: Diamond Head & local eatsYou pedal through Diamond Head and Kapahulu-Kaimuki, stopping at five to six local restaurants to eat poke, malasada, fish tacos, and shave ice while your guide explains the neighborhood's history. The tour lasts four hours, includes the bike and helmet, and ends with photos and a video. Book this if you want to eat like a local without figuring out which restaurants to hit or how to get between them.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat your way through Oahu's real neighborhoods without planning which restaurants to visit or figuring out how to bike between them — the guide and the fixed stops handle both.
Oahu: Swim with Dolphins Catamaran & Waterslide Lunch TourYou’ll jump into clear Pacific water off Oahu’s west coast to swim with wild dolphins (if they show up), try snorkeling at Makaha Beach with sea turtles and bright reef fish, zip down a giant catamaran waterslide, and share laughs over lunch on deck. Expect salty skin, happy exhaustion — and maybe a memory that lingers longer than you’d expect.
Oahu Circle Island Day Tour: 10+ Stops & Waikiki PickupYou’ll circle Oahu in a small group van with hotel pickup in Waikiki, taste fresh macadamia nuts and coffee, see wild waves at Banzai Pipeline, spot turtles on North Shore beaches, try local food trucks for lunch, and wander through pineapple fields at Dole Plantation — all with stories from your guide that stick with you long after you’re dropped off.
Honolulu: Manoa Waterfall Hike with Waikiki Pickup & LunchYou hike 1.6 miles through a lush rainforest to a 150-foot waterfall, with your guide explaining the native plants and birds along the way. After the waterfall, you eat lunch at Tantalus Lookout while looking out over Honolulu and the ocean. Round-trip pickup from your Waikiki hotel is included, and you're back by early afternoon.Is it for me?A good fit if you want a real rainforest hike without spending the day arranging transport and figuring out where to eat after — the pickup, lunch, and guide handling the trail details means you just show up at your hotel. The 1.6 miles is moderate, so it works for most fitness levels, though it's not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns.
Honolulu Airport to Waikiki: Private Van up to 12 PassengersYou skip the taxi queue and ride in a private, air-conditioned van from Honolulu airport to your Waikiki hotel or cruise terminal. A professional driver meets you at arrivals, waits sixty minutes free if your flight is late, and gets you to your destination without stops. Book one way per reservation, and confirm your flight and hotel details when you reserve.Is it for me?Right choice if you land in Honolulu with luggage and want to skip the taxi line and ride straight to your Waikiki hotel without arranging transport beforehand. The driver waits free if your flight runs late, which is what makes this worth booking instead of flagging a cab at arrivals.
Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Tour & Catamaran CruiseYou’ll step onto a Waikiki catamaran with local guides, join in a traditional Hawaiian chant for luck, then snorkel above green sea turtles at Turtle Canyon while tropical fish swirl around you. Enjoy hot drinks onboard after your swim and take in Diamond Head views as you cruise back along the coast—one of those days that lingers long after.
