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Leave large tour groups behind and customize your own private tour of Maui. Choose your own sightseeing locations and preferred activities; a flexible time frame allows for exploration of the Valley Isle at your own pace. Iao Valley State Monument, Kapalua Coastal Trail, Nakalele Blowhole, and Honolua Bay are among the options.

Explore Honolulu's mysterious past with Honolulu Red Light Tours, delving into the intriguing world of Hawaii's 1930s brothels. Uncover the tales of secret establishments, vibrant characters, and the allure that shaped the city's history. Guided by knowledgeable storytellers, this tour offers a unique glimpse into Honolulu's captivating and enigmatic underbelly. Wheelchair accessible tours at 1:00 and 3:00 PM. Contact us for private tours of 4 or more visitors for days/times we are normally closed.

Go behind the scenes of America's largest abalone aquaculture farm with this unique tour. Guided by the staff, you’ll explore the farm, seeing how “ezo”—premium Japanese abalone—is sustainably raised and harvested. The tour is immersive and hands-on, with opportunities to touch the abalone and other sea creatures. Should you like, you’ll get a taste of this delicacy, too.

Explore the natural beauty of Kauai and its bounty on this private, guided tour with all logistics and driving taken care of, so you can enjoy a hassle-free experience. Your local guides will bring you to two different waterfalls, the beach, and fishing ponds for some beautiful scenery. Along the way, you’ll stop at a bakery for malasadas, a cacao farm for chocolate, and Kapaa town for a local lunch.

Walk through our Kona Cloud Forest, a rare ecosystem with a diverse variety of rare plants thriving in the sanctuary. Learn about the process of 100% Kona Coffee from bean to cup and taste yummy samples brewed fresh. Snack on local tropical fruit and chocolates. Drive our historical seaside town, Alii Dr. Enjoy lunch from one of our local vendors, a true taste of Hawaii.

This private Circle Island tour lets you see the best Oahu has to offer in just one day. Along with a guide, head to local-only beaches, world-class shopping centers, and stunning vista points. Because this is a private tour, it can be customized to perfectly fit your group’s interests over the course of a half-, full-, or long-day excursion.

Get more out of your time in Oahu by going on a private North Shore tour. You won’t have to worry about booking transport as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. A private tour means you can customize your day based on your interests, and choose which sites you want to visit. Potential attractions include visiting Haleiwa Town, Waimea Valley Falls, spotting turtles, going snorkeling, or visiting Dole Plantation.

We will begin our jungle tour by giving our guests up close access to our large scale hand carved tiki collection made from Hawaiian Ohia wood. Our set of tikis is the largest collection of rain forest tikis in Hawaii. We then give guests up close access to our lava rock sculpture collection, including Mount Rastamore. We will next show and explain our tropical garden which features over 300 Hawaiian Hapuu ferns. We will then demonstrate banana cultivation techniques used to harvest our collection of over 150 apple banana trees. Next we will lead our guests into our outdoor art gallery featuring our latest exhibition. Guests will then be given the opportunity to use a hammer and chisel to carve a tiki. They will experience the Okina, an off grid structure made from recycled pallets. We will end up in our Tiki Tea Bar for a sample of refreshing guava green tea. Each guest also receives a free rainforest gift.

Make the most of your time on Oahu by opting for a private tour of the island, led by a local guide. Customize the tour to your preferences, with the option to hit up the highlights, such as Halona Blowhole, Dole Plantation, and North Shore beaches, or get off the beaten path. Enjoy the comfort of private, air-conditioned transportation with hotel pickup for a convenient and stress-free day.

Keep your eyes peeled for watching humpback whales play in their natural habitat on this whale watching group tour on Hawaii’s Big Island. Ride comfortably on a super raft while your captain and crew provide commentary. Snacks and water are provided, as well as reef-safe sunscreen which helps to protect the whales’ natural environment.

Maximise your time on Oahu with a tour that checks off all the highlights in just one day. Start by visiting Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, then take the Circle Island Drive, stopping at attractions such as the Dole Plantation, Halona Blowhole, Hanauma Bay Lookout, Hukilau Marketplace, and the North Shore beaches.

This small group tour, led by our professional local guides will take you back in time and present to you a brief history lesson of the Hawaiian islands, the Kingdom of Hawaii, the unique architecture of downtown Honolulu, the monuments of our kings and queens, and the most important landmarks on the South shore of Oahu. Our mission is to educate and entertain at the same time. The length of this afternoon tour is set to about 2 hours. The traffic in Honolulu varies on different days. Please check with your guide for the expected drop off time at the beginning of the tour.

For one of the best sunset views on the Big Island, head out on the water with this super raft tour. Make your way to Kailua-Kona Pier to board the boat, then soak up the scenery as you cruise along the coast. Enjoy a choice of dinner including Kalua pork, spicy ahi poke, or vegan curry, and listen to informative narration as you watch a beautiful sunset over the Big Island.

Discover Oahu's essential sites on a full-day tour exploring beaches, blowholes, Byodo-In Temple, farms, and more—with a snorkeling experience at a beach frequented by sea turtles. Unlike tours that focus on just one area, this itinerary samples a little bit of everything. That gives you a comprehensive introduction, with stops for fresh pineapple ice cream, macadamia nuts, and chilled coconuts.

Head out on an adventure and explore Hawaii like a local on this guided tour of Oahu. Venture into the beauty and biodiversity of this tropical paradise and learn about the ins and outs from people who are born and raised in the area. This laid-back small-group excursion is limited to just nine guests, making it a relaxed way to explore the island.

Experience the scenery of Honolulu and take home personalized souvenirs with this 1-hour photography session. From stunning sandy beaches to rocky landscapes, immerse yourself in the waves crashing against the rocks. Discover Magic Island, a beloved spot in Hawaii, and work with a photographer to create your own travel photos. Receive over 100 photos in JPEG format, plus, your guide is happy to assist you in capturing your own shots.

Cruise down Maui’s Road to Hana without focusing on driving on this private tour. Travel in a comfortable lifted Ford Expedition with a large sunroof and big windows, allowing you to take in plenty of scenery from your seat. Stop at various attractions along the way, including Hana Lava Tubes and Wailua Falls, for a flexible and personalized experience.

Learn glassblowing in Maui from a professional and make your own glass souvenir for a memorable experience. A local expert will instruct you privately in the art of glassblowing and teach you how to make your own glass creation, which you will get to bring home. This experience is for one or two people, ensuring personal attention and safety.

Experience the natural beauty of Maui from above on this private excursion. After embarking on an aerial journey from Kahului, catch stunning views of lava fields, beaches, and more—views you can't find anywhere else. Learn about the area from an informative guide and pilot with provided headsets you can hear clearly.

Walking tours are a great way to explore a city, but they can tire you out, particularly if you're in the hot sun. This small-group Segway tour of Honolulu gets you to spots you can't easily experience on a driving tour, in a quicker and lower impact way than exploring on foot.

If you've already explored the Big Island, Hawaii at the ground level, experience Hilo from a whole new perspective. This small-group kayak tour takes you up the Wailoa River and under the graceful dragon arches of the Japanese-style bridges. Look out for birds and fish as you paddle; see the King Kamehameha statue, and learn all about the history of the Big Island from your guide.

Join me to experience the places and views you can rarely find in Waikiki. To begin with, we will meet in Prince Hotel. Then we will go to the Harbor to shoot private boat and experience the Hawaii Yacht Culture. Furthermore, I will lead you to a secrete spot that only boat owners can go. You may see turtles or octopus depends on the time and season. At last, we will end up around Hilton Hotel or breakfast place I recommend. Most of you have been in Waikiki. You may went to the beach and saw a great sunset. This experience is more than beach and sunset. This will only take you around one hour and half mile.

Tickets to Arizona memorial Boat ride & Battleship Missouri is Included on this tour. Turn back time as we explore WWII history at Pearl Harbor and relive the infamous Sunday morning of December 7, 1941. A visit to the visitor center and the accompanying “Road to War” and “Attack” exhibit galleries that display pictures and recovered items from the events which transpired at Pearl Harbor and WWII. USS Arizona and Missouri, as they represent both the beginning and the end of World War II. The accompanying “Road to War” and “Attack” exhibit galleries that display pictures and recovered items from the events which transpired at Pearl Harbor and WWII. Then, watch a short film explaining the fateful day and its significance. Followed by a boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, the final resting place of the ship's 1,177 crewmen. USS Missouri has served proudly through WWII, the Korean War, and the Gulf War for a 51-year long career. Launched from the Naval Shipyard in Brooklyn in 1944.

I am a NAI certified guide with over 300 sunrises on Haleakala and 200 loops around Hana. My Father-in-law is John Keanaaina Hoku award winning music artist. He has bee in Hawaii since the 1940s and his feelings about Hawaii might surprise you. I’m also CDL licensed and usually have 25 people on a tour. The fact that it’s just our group gives a much deeper experience and the lack of crying infants is always a bonus.. I have studied photography and will take hundreds of photos and also make you a video at the end of the day. Your health is important and this tour with just your group will provide that safe environment. If you would like to see some more photos from my adventures my IG and FB are Mauihoppin.