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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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.
North Shore: Whale Watching & Marine Life Fast Boat TourYou’ll cruise Oahu’s North Shore by fast boat with a small group, watching for dolphins leaping beside you or sea turtles near Waimea Bay’s rocks. With local crew guiding you to marine life hotspots, every moment feels personal—even if you miss the whales this time. The ocean air and stories stay with you long after the ride ends.
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 North Shore: Private Horseback Ride & Picnic LunchYou’ll ride horseback through quiet forests above Oahu’s North Shore with a local guide, stopping for a private picnic lunch of fresh sandwiches and fruit at an ocean lookout. Feel the island’s slower rhythm together—just you two, your horses, and wide open views you’ll remember long after you leave.
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.
Day Trip from Oahu to Kauai: Waimea Canyon & Koke'e TourThis 14-hour guided day trip from Oahu to Kauai includes interisland roundtrip airfare, airport transfers, a professional driver/guide with live narration, and an air-conditioned vehicle for the full day. You'll visit Waimea Canyon (nicknamed the Grand Canyon of the Pacific), walk a nature trail in Koke'e State Park, tour the Kauai Coffee Company, and see Spouting Horn where waves crash through lava rock. Lunch is on your own at Koke'e Lodge with a 10% discount; a $3 donation to the Koke'e Natural History Museum is included. Valid government-issued ID is required for domestic travel, and your booking name must match exactly.Is it for me?Book this if you want to visit Kauai's Waimea Canyon and Koke'e State Park in a single day from Oahu—the tour includes interisland flights and ground transport, so you spend your time on the sights rather than coordinating logistics.
Waikiki: Gondola Cruise with Lei, Drinks & PastriesYou’ll float through Waikiki’s canal on a real Venetian gondola, greeted with a flower lei and guided by a local who knows every story behind Diamond Head and Magic Island. Sip drinks, nibble pastries, watch city lights flicker on—and let yourself slow down for once.
Honolulu: Private Reef Fishing Charter & Diamond Head ViewsYou’ll set out from Honolulu with friends or family on a private reef fishing charter—rods ready, city skyline fading behind you. Feel the ocean breeze, try your luck catching local fish (with help if you need it), maybe spot turtles or dolphins swimming nearby. It’s relaxed, personal, and leaves you with those small moments you’ll keep thinking about long after.
Waikiki & Diamond Head: Catamaran Sail with DrinksYou’ll step straight from Waikiki Beach onto a bright catamaran, sail along Oahu’s south shore with drinks in hand, and catch fresh angles of Diamond Head rising above the water. Expect laughs with a local crew, sea spray on your legs if you sit up front, and that feeling when city life fades behind ocean breeze.
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: Historical Bike Tour with Chinatown & Aloha TowerYou’ll pedal through Honolulu’s living history—from Waikiki Beach’s hula mounds to Chinatown’s markets and Kaka'ako’s street art—with stories from a local guide. Taste fresh fruit along the way, catch breezes by Aloha Tower, and roll past royal palaces before ending under Magic Island’s trees. Expect laughter, small surprises, and that feeling you get when travel starts to feel real.
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.
Waikiki Beach: Party Dance Cruise with DJ & 2 DrinksYou’ll dance under open skies as live DJs spin tunes above Waikiki Beach, sip two free drinks from the onboard bar, and maybe spot dolphins or turtles if you’re lucky. With friendly crew guiding the party vibe and epic views of Diamond Head all around, it’s more than just a dance cruise — it’s pure Hawaii energy in motion.
Waikiki: Friday Night Fireworks Boat Cruise & Sunset BYOBYou’ll board at Kewalo harbor for a relaxed Waikiki boat cruise with music, local snacks and juices, plus BYOB for anyone 21+. Watch dolphins or turtles as sunset colors fade into night, then catch Friday’s fireworks right from the water. It’s casual, social, and leaves you with that floating feeling long after you’re back on land.
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.
North Shore Oahu: Bee Farm Ecotour & Honey TastingYou arrive at a North Shore farm, suit up in full beekeeping gear, walk to active hives, and hold frames of raw honeycomb while your guide points out the queen and explains what you're seeing. Afterward, you taste the farm's raw and infused honey varieties. Bottled water and all protective equipment are included, and the tour runs two to three hours, making it manageable for families with children over three.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a hands-on nature experience that works for the whole family and doesn't require any gear of your own — the protective suit and water are built in, which is what makes standing in front of live hives feel manageable instead of risky.
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.
