Top Activities on the Ground in Hawaii - page 5

Cycle from the top of Haleakala Volcano to the coast of Maui on this half-day cycling tour. With the benefit of an early morning start, you'll beat the crowds and traffic on the roads, making for a peaceful 17-mile (30-kilometer) descent. With a small group size, state-of-the-art bikes and helmets, and expert guidance, you'll have a safe and enjoyable trip down the side of the volcano.

Discover the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with a private certified guide. Meet your guide at the park and set out on a thrilling tour of the park's lava flows, viewpoints, and eruption sites. Travel in the comfort of a luxury Mercedes van and enjoy an itinerary customized for your group, whether you want to hike through lava fields or just soak up the scenery.

Deepen your yoga practice, or try it for the first time. with a yoga class on Waikiki Beach. Feel connected to the island, the ocean, and yourself with a morning or evening class taught by experienced instructors. With Diamond Head as a backdrop, and a sunset in the evening classes, the views add a spectacular Hawaiian view to every class.

See Oahu from a new perspective with this thrilling ziplining adventure from Waikiki. Travel to a Kapolei adventure park and fly through ziplines ranging from 300 to 1,000 feet featuring a state-of-the-art braking system, so you don’t need to control your speed or stop yourself. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Waikiki are included for a hassle-free experience.

Skip the stress of self-driving and visit three top Oahu North Shore destinations in one day on this guided group tour from Waikiki. Enjoy coffee and breakfast at Green World Coffee Farm; go on a guided hike through Waimea Valley, swim at the base of a waterfall, and refuel with an included lunch; then enjoy a shopping stop at Dole Plantation before returning to Waikiki.

Organized tours are usually helpful for getting oriented, but they hardly ever truly get off the beaten path. This private “VIP Backstage Pass Experience” offers the chance to choose your own itinerary for day-long trips to Maui’s most off-the-beaten-path spots, or to sit back and relax and let your guides do all the work and planning. Sample local cuisine, visit the jungle, beaches, waterfalls, and more—the island is your oyster.

Rappel 120 feet (36.5 meters) down the length of Kulaniapia Falls near Hilo with this adventurous experience. You'll be given all of the safety instruction and equipment necessary to make your rappel safe and enjoyable, with time to practice before you make your actual descent. An ideal choice for adventure seekers, this experience is easy to fit into a busy travel schedule.

See the waterfalls of Kauai’s Hule'ia River from a whole new perspective on this exciting rappel experience. One for adventure lovers, guests are first led through a safety lesson and practice run before being guided down two waterfalls. After the adrenaline rush, take in the beauty of Hule'ia National Wildlife Refuge and Ha'upu Mountain range for a snack break before heading back.

On this O'ahu volcanic rainforest hiking adventure, explore a lush highland rainforest offering sweeping views of O’ahu’s two parallel mountain ranges. Experience the quiet forest and cool mountain breezes as your local guide shares his knowledge of the natural and geologic history of the islands. After exploring the valley trails, you’ll feel like you’ve journeyed back in time to the days of 'old Hawaii.

Soar above Kauai’s lush landscapes on a variety of ziplines, including the longest one in Hawaii. First explore the vast working cattle ranch Kipu Ranch at the base of Ha’upu Mountain Range in an open-air truck. Then work your way across six different ziplines, culminating in a spectacular 4,000-foot line that will make you feel like you’re flying for more than 2 miles.

Get an insider’s view of Honolulu and cover more ground than you would on a walking tour on this excursion. See street art in Kaka'ako park, taste fresh Hawaiian fruits in Chinatown, go up the Aloha Tower for the views, and discover the monuments around the Hawaii State Capitol, including the royal Iolani Palace.

Get your adrenaline pumping on a daring 1.5-hour zip-line adventure through Maui’s tropical forests. Hike along the treetops on a wooden plank bridge, and then glide along five zip-lines that take you past Haleakala volcano, near the entrance to Haleakala National park. Feel the wind rushing past as you take in lush, tropical views, and learn abut Maui’s diverse natural environment from your guide.

Make your ziplining adventure in Maui extra fun when you go with a partner on a dual zipline adventure with a total of four ziplines. Take in views of land and sea as you and your travel companion fly side-by-side. Kids 10 and over are welcome, too, and going alongside a parent can make an otherwise scary experience feel safe and invigorating for young zipliners.

Join us on semi private tour to one of the most beautiful trails on Oahu that leads to magical waterfalls. Small group experience limited to 8 people max. We will pick you up from your location and our journey will begin with ~20 min drive to the trailhead. This hike is 1.6mil long and takes on average 2 hours to complete. The trail starts at the wonderful bamboo forest and moves into a jungle with some awesome views, expect to be in the shade most of the time. Once we arrive at the Falls we will take time to enjoy natural beauty, we highly recommend putting on a swimsuit and getting wet. Standing under this powerful stream of nature is a magnificent feeling worth experiencing! This is NOT Mānoa falls, this waterfall always have powerful stream

If you want to combine sightseeing with something more active than the usual bus tours, book this guided bike tour down Maui's dormant volcano, Haleakala. Starting very early in the morning for the best sunrise views (and to beat the heat) pedal downhill, riding along switchbacks, through Haleakala Ranch and past Kula. Continue through the towns of Makawao and Paia, and finally finish up oceanside at Paia Bay Beach Park.

Shaka Guide's driving tour app works like a tour guide in your car! On this tour drive along beautiful green coastlines, through tropical jungle roads, and go star gazing on the tallest mountain in the world. Skip the tour bus & explore Big Island at your own pace for a fraction of the cost with the best self-guided audio GPS tours for Hawaii! Rated the #1 best GPS tour app for Hawaii with over 6,000+ raving reviews and 200,000+ downloads. Why you need it: ✅ You don't need service because you can download the tours & use them offline ✅ Much cheaper than a tour bus at only $19.99 for lifetime access ✅ Save time planning your trip because we have the best stops lined up ✅ Freedom to stop and go as you please, unlike a tour bus where you are confined to the pre-determined route (no fun!) ✅ Hear cool and fun stories along the way *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

Experience one of Maui’s top natural attractions up close—and enjoy a fully personalized way to explore—on this small-group Haleakala Crater hiking tour. During your 4-mile (6.4-kilometer) hike, experience the almost lunar beauty of this dormant volcano. Your guide reveals the history of Maui’s tallest peak—from its sacred place in Hawaiian mythology to its geological wonders—and points out attractions from its colorful cinder cones to endangered plants and wildlife.

Journey to Hana on an exceptional half-day private adventure. Learn fascinating insights into Maui's history, culture, and natural wonders from your guide. With personalized attention and flexibility, you can immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes, enjoy impromptu photo stops, and savor the moments that resonate with you. Note that meals are not included on this tour.

Oahu is filled with plenty of outdoor activities and this aerial challenge gets you off the ground and in the air. Visit the Coral Crater Adventure Park and enjoy several challenges that involve swinging, climbing, and jumping, high above the ground. Alongside other daredevils, climb the adventure tower, navigate the climbing wall, and walk through the treetops to reach the end of the course.

Discover why Hawaii's Big Island is famous for volcanoes on this small-group off-road adventure. Hop aboard a 4-wheel-drive vehicle for a thrilling ride up the side of the Hualalai volcano, past giant craters, and through lush rainforest and lunar landscapes while climbing to a height of 6,000 feet (1,828 meters) then explore an incredible lava tube on foot.

Honey-making is big in Hawaii, but arranging a bee farm visit independently is a hassle most vacationers don't need. Make things easy with this small-group bee farm and honey tasting ecotour near Waialua. Stroll the farm's banana fields, learn about its organic beekeeping, and dress as a beekeeper to visit the hives. View the bees close-up—perhaps even seeing the queen and a bee birth—and hold raw honeycomb frame before sampling some homemade honeys.

Take a ride down the famous Road to Hana and spend your day taking in the beautiful sights of Maui. Alongside a private guide, visit remote waterfalls, secluded beaches, hidden gems, local food spots, and anything else you may like to visit. While you explore, your guide explains the history and culture of Hawaii as well as captures photos of your group so you can focus on having fun.

See more of Maui's Haleakala National Park on this bike tour that covers more ground than possible hiking and goes to places off limits to tour buses. As your guide shares stories about the extensive history of the park, its geology, fauna, and flora, pedal the 26-mile bike route down the slopes of Haleakala. Continue through the switchbacks of Haleakala Ranch, the upcountry town of Kula, and Makawao, and finish in beachside town of Paia.

Embark on a journey to an Oahu treasure hidden in the rainforest without the hassle of logistics. Your guide takes care of transportation and all the details so you can enjoy this 2-mile (3-kilometer) hike to a 150-foot waterfall, observing local flora and fauna and remnants of ancient Hawaiian farming terraces along the way.