Outdoor Activities in Honolulu & Oahu

Parasailing on Maunalua Bay- Oahu's off Waikiki Playground (opens in a new tab)

63 1 h 30 min

Bring the whole family along for an exhilarating Oahu parasailing adventure from Honolulu! Soar above the waters of Maunalua Bay for breathtaking views of the Hawaii Kai coastline, Koko Head and the Ko’olau Mountain Range. Choose from two flights that take you 600 feet (152 meters) or 800 feet (213 meters) in the air! Enjoy a tandem flight and take a dip in the tropical waters just before landing back on the boat. Digital photos and GoPro videos of your flight are available for purchase as an unforgettable memento of your Hawaii vacation. Observers are welcome for a fee. Observers ride on the boat and do not parasail.

Waikiki Electric Bike Tour Self Guided: Diamond Head Bike & Hike (opens in a new tab)

3 4 h

Our E-bikes are the most efficient and enjoyable mode of transportation to and around Diamond Head. A more intimate way of exploring the beautiful and world renowned Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head Crater. Our prime location allows you to be up to the trail head in minutes. We provide you with everything you need to safely and efficiently bike and hike around Diamond Head and Waikiki beach. Including your Diamond Head entry ticket! Stop at one of a handful of awesome local eateries on the way back down from the hike to cool off with an acai bowl or shave ice! Then head over to Kaimana beach for a quick dip before heading home. This will be one of your most memorable experiences while visiting Oahu, come bike and hike with us today!

3hr Luxury Private Sailing Catamaran in Waikiki for 1 to 6 People (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h

Create a cruise where you can explore and get away from the crowds of Waikiki. Private charters allow more flexibility with the day’s schedule and activities. Book a sail, swim, and snorkel time that works with your schedule. You can go at the best time of day to snorkel (before 1pm) and see turtles, dolphins, eels, rays, octopus, big schools of tropical fish, and humpback whales (whale season is December - April). If you decide that you want to add to your trip, it’s no problem. It’s your boat and you decide the music, where you go, and rest assured you have the best crew to keep you safe at sea.

Free cancellation

Family, Private & Group Bodyboard Lessons in Waikiki (opens in a new tab)

105 2 h

Come join us and enjoy the best surfing experience Waikiki can offer! The Group Lesson is an affordable way for participants 13 and older to try surfing for the first or 50th time.  Our group lessons offer that perfect mix of individual attention in a team environment. Everyone improves and everyone has fun. Our group sizes vary, but have a ratio of 1 instructor for every 4 students. With our high-quality boards, reef shoes and rash-guard shirts, instruction and video-viewing, and best-in-class, professional surf guides, we provide the ultimate group surfing lesson.

Next Level Oahu Circle Island and Swim w/Turtles Tour (opens in a new tab)

66 8 h – 9 h

We take our guest in a semi-private bus with A/C. Our professional local tour guides will share their invaluable cultural and historical knowledge on each stops and as you travel around the island. You will learn about the folklores and legends of Oahu thru the narrations by our native guide. This is a comprehensive and fun circle island tour on Oahu. You will hit nearly all the top attractions and point of interests. -Enjoy the best garlic butter shrimps on the North shore -Snorkel with turtles at the popular North shore turtle beach -Enjoy a Dole pineapple ice cream -Hangout with giant sea turtles -Sample some fresh macadamia nuts and Hawaiian coffee -Sip on ice cold coconuts and...More. -You will become an instant local in just 1 day on this tour. Come and experience why this tour is Next-Level.

Private Shark Dive, Oahu, Hawaii (6 Guest) (opens in a new tab)

38 2 h

Join the most experienced team in Hawaii for an open water shark dive! Snorkel or free-dive among a multitude of shark species all while under the watchful eye of our professional safety divers. Guaranteed Sharks with the possibility of Dolphin, Whales, and sport fish as well.

Private tourFree cancellation

Honolulu's Waikiki Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 1 h – 2 h

The surf’s always up with this self-guided walking tour of the Waikiki neighborhood of Honolulu! Stroll along the shimmering sand of Waikiki Beach and take in the vibrancy of Hawaii's famed shoreline. Along the way, you’ll uncover Waikiki’s surfing legacy and follow the riveting life story of Duke Kahanamoku, the man who spread surfing around the world! Plus, find a murder mystery at Waikiki’s first hotel, learn about Hawaiian royalty, and so much more. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Private tourFree cancellation

Electric Bike Rentals Waikiki: Honolulu E- Bike Rentals (opens in a new tab)

6 1 h – 7 h

Explore the world renowned Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head crater on one of our luxury e-bikes. Or ride down to the Ala Moana Beach Park area and check out Ala Moana Shopping Center, Magic Island and Kewalo Basin. Explore a little further down town to see some beautiful historical architecture including Iolani Palace. E- bikes are the perfect way to experience everything the south shore of Oahu has to offer. Including, 100's of amazing local eateries, historical attractions, beautiful white sand beaches and a few amazing hikes.

Honolulu Historic District Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

6 1 h – 2 h

Explore the heart of Honolulu on a flexible GPS-guided audio walking tour through the capital's historic district. Stories play automatically as you reach royal landmarks, churches, public art, civic buildings and downtown streets. Highlights include ʻIOLANI PALACE, KING KAMEHAMEHA STATUE, ALIʻIŌLANI HALE, KAWAIAHAʻO CHURCH, HAWAIʻI STATE CAPITOL, CAPITOL MODERN, WASHINGTON PLACE, HAWAIʻI THEATRE and FORT STREET MALL. Walk the roughly 2-mile route at your own pace, pause for photos or breaks and use the live map to find each stop. Download before you arrive; no signal or mobile data is needed during the tour. Start anytime and keep the tour for future visits.

Free cancellation

Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience (opens in a new tab)

149 1 h 30 min

This serene nighttime adventure provides exclusive access to the villages of the Polynesian Cultural Center after they close to the public and features a controlled and safe water environment is one of a kind! No Waves. No Sharks. No Worries! Guided through a tranquil lagoon by moonlight, you'll be visiting the islands of Samoa, New Zealand, Fiji, Hawaii, Tonga, and Tahiti on a stand-up paddle board or kayak that features colorful LED illumination in the water around you. For approximately 90 minutes your storyteller will share ancient Polynesian culture, legends and lore that will educate, entertain and enchant!

Free cancellation

Oahu: Whale Watch Cruise Aboard The Majestic (opens in a new tab)

198 2 h 30 min

Whale Watch :If our Naturalist does not sight a whale during the cruise, guests are given a complimentary return whale watch cruise. Marvel at magnificent humpback whales frolicking off Oahu from the decks of Majestic by Atlantis Cruises, Hawaii’s newest yacht cruise experience from Atlantis Cruises! Majestic’s state-of-the-art Seakeeper technology provides boat stability and comfort for guests while watching nature’s largest mammals enjoying the warmth of Hawaii’s ocean waters. Truly a dedicated whale watching experience, our expert naturalist shares insightful information and educational commentary on the humpback whale’s behavior and biology. Humpback whales breed and calve their young while in Hawaii’s waters, making this rare experience a majestic opportunity to see nature at work! Atlantis Adventures also offers sunset cocktail cruises, and undersea adventures aboard our real, piloted passenger submarines. Follow us on social media at #atlantishawaii.

Pelagic Shark Dive Tour (opens in a new tab)

224 1 h 30 min – 2 h

Our cage-free experience allows you to SAFELY swim with sharks in their natural environment. You will walk away with a new perspective and appreciation for these beautiful creatures. Photos and Videos are included for free on every tour! We are a Native Hawaiian family owned and operated company rooted in Haleiwa, Hawai'i on the North Shore of O'ahu. A safety diver will escort you into the water where you will be able to safely watch as well as swim with the sharks, and other pelagic creatures. While swimming in the open ocean with sharks and other pelagic creatures, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the ocean and its inhabitants - disposing of the irrational fears and misconceptions of sharks and other ocean creatures. This is a "cage-free" experience where we will be free swimming with sharks for about 30 minutes. No heavy equipment is used. Just us with snorkel gear - so we keep the experience as natural as possible. *Underwater Cameras NOT allowed for safety reasons

Waikiki Snorkeling Adventure (opens in a new tab)

86 2 h 30 min

When you choose our popular Oahu snorkel cruise, you’ll be able to swim within safe viewing distance of regularly frequenting fishes and the occasional green sea turtles and hawksbill sea turtles in their natural habitat. If you’re visiting us between December and April, you might get lucky and see Humpback whales. But no matter what time of year you take this cruise, our multi-level deck will treat you to stunning panoramic views of Waikiki and the Pacific Ocean.

Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu (opens in a new tab)

97 1 h

You may think you know Hawaii, but we promise you that we can show you a new side of Hawaii that’s beautiful beyond your wildest dreams. A full 1hr flight will take you completely around the island. We’ll show you famous landmarks, we’ll show you valleys and mountains and waterfalls. Your experience will be something you’ll never forget, we guarantee that. Private flights. Doors optional. Two to three seats available per flight. Book online or give us a call for a concierge like booking experience. Shorter flights are also available at lower cost. *Please call or e-mail for last minute availability (within 12 hours)

Free cancellation

Waikiki Snorkel Tour (opens in a new tab)

267 2 h

Honolulu Snorkel Company's snorkel tours include your gear and certified instructor; you’ll be outfitted after the beautiful boat ride to our secret snorkel location just across from Waikiki where you will get to snorkel and view all of the Hawaiian marine life at this one of a kind snorkel location. Enjoy this unique opportunity to see these rare creatures up close and peacefully swim with them on this unforgettable snorkel excursion!

Private Catamaran Cruise and Snorkeling Tour in Honolulu (opens in a new tab)

154 2 h

Discover the beautiful views of the ocean, local wildlife, and the iconic east side of Oahu as you join me on a private catamaran cruise in Waikiki. We’ll depart from Kewalo Basin Harbor located in Honolulu and make our way up the coastline to Diamond Head, making stops along the way for any turtles, dolphins, or whales we may spot during our journey. Once at the top of our route, we will find a calm anchorage to relax at. Guests are welcome to join me for guided snorkeling and swimming or just dip their toes in the water as we soak in the beautiful day. The vessel is exclusively reserved for your party so you are welcome to play your own music and bring any refreshments you would like to enjoy during our time together. We'll happily be sharing my local knowledge and the cultural history of the area we are traveling in throughout the cruise. We're excited to share with you an escape from the crowds and a truly personal experience. Charter is fully customizable to suit your needs.

Free cancellation

Clear Bottom Kayak - Guaranteed to see Turtles! (opens in a new tab)

70 2 h

Guided by a local lifeguard certified instructor familiar with the Hawaiian waters, this kayak tour takes you out into the ocean to see the Hawaiian green sea turtles and also down a beautiful and quiet river where you are guaranteed to see turtles and other water life. For this reason, we provide glass bottom kayaks so you can take full advantage of ocean. It is also encompassed by unique Hawaiian trees and flora. The river is a well-kept secret of the people of the North Shore and will add a unique experience to your exploration of Oahu. No experience is necessary. All equipment is provided, all you have to bring is a taste of adventure.

Private Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Waikiki (opens in a new tab)

70 2 h

Discover the beautiful views of the ocean, local wildlife, the iconic east side of Oahu, and the sun dipping into the sea as you join me on a private catamaran cruise in Waikiki. We’ll depart from Kewalo Basin Harbor located in Honolulu and make our way up the coastline to Diamond Head, making stops along the way for any turtles, dolphins, or whales we may spot during our journey. Once at the top of our route, we will find a calm anchorage to relax at. Guests are welcome to join me for guided snorkeling and swimming or just dip their toes in the water as we soak in the beautiful afternoon. The vessel is exclusively reserved for your party so you are welcome to play your own music and bring any refreshments you would like to enjoy during our time together. I’ll happily be sharing my local knowledge and the cultural history of the area we are traveling in throughout the cruise. There is no better way to end the day.

Free cancellation

3 Zipline Adventure and 3.5 hour Afternoon Snorkel Cruise (opens in a new tab)

16 5 h

Combine adrenaline and relaxation on this full-day Oʻahu adventure featuring a 3-zipline experience at Coral Crater Adventure Park and a 3.5-hour snorkeling cruise from Ko Olina. Start at Coral Crater, where you’ll soar across three ziplines designed for both beginners and thrill-seekers. Enjoy a guided, safety-focused experience as you glide above the treetops and take in the surrounding jungle views. Continue to Ko Olina Marina and step aboard a spacious cruise vessel for an afternoon on the water. Keep watch for dolphins, sea turtles, and seasonal humpback whales. After your swim, relax on board and enjoy a hot Hawaiian buffet featuring traditional island flavors and local-style dishes. This combo offers a balanced mix of jungle adventure and ocean relaxation in one full-day Oʻahu experience, ideal for travelers looking to make the most of their time.

Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise (opens in a new tab)

74 1 h 30 min – 1 h 40 min

Our whale watching tours are affordable and are crewed by our local Captains. The best time to see Humpback whales in Hawaii is between the months of December and April. There is no better place to view Whales, than from our catamaran. Join us off the south shore of Oahu and see the whales for yourself! These playful and surprisingly acrobatic animals have a strong cultural value to native Hawaiians, as a whale represents Kanaloa, the god of all ocean life. With us as your guide, we assure you that our crew will do their best to spot Hawaii’s beautiful marine life for you! Join us for an unforgettable experience, as we guarantee whale sightings. If you don’t see whales during your first trip, your next trip is free on us!