Top Oahu Nature and Wildlife Tours

Feel your adrenaline pumping on this 1-hour off-road tour around Oahu, led by an expert guide. Explore the wild areas of Kualoa Ranch, a cattle ranch running from the Kaneohe Bay to the Ko’olau Mountains. You’ll climb steep jungle trails on the back of a 6-wheel-drive Swiss Pinzgauer and take in fantastic views as you stop at remote lookout points over Oahu. Your driver will return you to your original departure point at the end of your adventure.

The lush Manoa Valley Rainforest, home to a 150-foot (45-meter) waterfall, is a star attraction on Oahu, having been featured in movies such as 'Jurassic Park.' Getting there independently can be tricky, so join this guided tour that takes you there along an easy trail while introducing you to interesting Hawaiian cultural facts and history. Includes a healthy lunch made with local, organic products.

Discover the beauty of Oahu's coastal scenery—and spot its marine life, including pods of dolphins—on this half-day swimming and snorkeling boat tour. Following pickup from your hotel, head to your catamaran and hop aboard. After you set sail, embark on a swimming or snorkeling session to see fish, octopuses, and other marine life in its natural habitat.

Kualoa Ranch is the lush, verdant setting for films like Jurassic Park and Pearl Harbor. Visiting this Northeast Shore location by horseback will take you farther into the valley and give you an authentic ranch experience. 1- or 2-hour options give you the flexibility to fit this tour into your busy schedule, and expert horse wranglers will ensure you a safe, fun ride through the Ka'a'awa Valley.

See where famous movies such as "Jumanji", "Jurassic Park", "Jurassic World", and "50 First Dates" were filmed. A guide leads you to Hollywood hot spots and provides background on the history of the ranch. Travel by vintage school bus past some of the island’s most stunning natural attractions, such as Mokoli’i Island, Kaneohe Bay, and the Ko’olau Range.

Exchange Waikiki for Oahu’s North Shore on a day trip aboard the Surf Bus. Hop off at all the hot spots including the surfing beaches of Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Waimea Bay. Choose from one activity and lunch or two activities like snorkeling, bike riding, a waterfall swim, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), learning to surf, or relaxing on the beach. A guide points out the green sea turtles, and you have time to explore Haleiwa Town.

Enjoy one of Hawaii's most magical experiences on this small-group snorkeling tour in Turtle Canyon. Board a powerful catamaran in Waikiki and head for the protected waters where turtles gather. Cruise the coastline watching for spinner dolphins and humpback whales in season, and learn fascinating facts about Hawaii’s marine wildlife. Jump off board to swim around sea turtles and tropical fish—and if you don't see turtles, you can take a second tour at no additional cost.

Humpback whales migrate to Hawaiian waters between December and April to give birth and breed, and seeing them from shore is hit-or-miss without knowing where the pods are concentrated each day. This whale-watching tour sails from Honolulu to the areas where the humpbacks are active, with sightings of dolphins and green sea turtles also possible across the route.

Enhance your chances of spotting whales in Hawaii. Discover the lives of the magnificent mammals on this whale-watching boat tour departing from Waikiki. Enjoy stunning views and photo opportunities while traveling along Oahu's coastline and get insights into whale behavior, including their breaches, flukes, and tail slaps, from the crew.

Experience the thrill of shark cage diving along the north shore of Oahu with this small-group adventure. Meet your guide and board a boat to head out into the ocean. Get up close and personal with sharks in an underwater cage that allows for safe snorkeling in shark-filled waters. See the beauty of a variety of marine life during this tour, run by a company that is owned by Native-Hawaiian watermen.

Experience the thrill of meeting sharks face-to-face in the pristine waters of Oahu on this cage-diving adventure. See Hawaii's majestic hunters — Galapagos and Sandbar sharks in their natural environment — surrounded by the deep blue of Oahu’s North Shore. Observe from the safety of a floating cage. Stay on the surface, then using a mask and snorkel, look through large polyglass windows to watch the sharks as they gracefully glide by.

Go snorkeling in Oahu with a boating excursion in Turtle Canyon and Waikiki Beach. Climb aboard a boat and set out on a scenic ride before getting in the water. See angelfish darting in and out of caverns underwater and keep an eye out for large sea turtles. After snorkeling, relax in the sun on floating platforms designed for lounging. All snorkel gear plus flotation devices are provided.

Set out from Oahu’s scenic North Shore to the depths of the big blue Pacific, where you have the chance to observe wild sharks from inside an underwater shark cage. Thanks to your professional, experienced crew, the Oahu shark dive is completely safe as they know the predators’ behavior, and the underwater cage provides proven safety against all different species of sharks. Whether you’re in the cage with sharks right in front of you or watching from up in the boat, Oahu shark diving is a Hawaii activity you’ll definitely never forget.

With just one day, you can see 16 of Oahu’s greatest sights and still have time for snorkeling—if you hop on this tour. Across one whirlwind day, you’ll witness Diamond Head State Monument, the Halona Blowhole, the Dole Plantation, and so much more. You’ll capture fantastic photos, learn all about the island’s history, and go snorkeling, topping off the day surrounded by Oahu’s colorful marine life.

Oahu's North Shore is a picturesque location mainly known for its surfing. Join a small group and take a relaxing horseback ride along mountain trails just as the sun is beginning to set. While you ride, enjoy peeks of the ocean below and stop at a scenic lookout for panoramic views.

Make your Oahu visit even more magical with this 45-minute scenic helicopter ride. Experience the island like you’ve never seen it before, flying above island landmarks including Sacred Falls, Diamond Head, Maunalua Bay, the Ko'olau Mountains, Ka'a'awa Valley, Pearl Harbor, and more. Trips includes a choice of ‘doors on’ or ‘doors off’ flights.

This tour allows you to see the sights of the North Shore of Oahu, including Hanauma Bay. During this full-day tour, ride in a mini-bus to the Dole Plantation, Turtle Town, the Banzai Pipeline, and either Waimea Bay to swim or take the botanical garden waterfall hike or go hiking in Waimea Valley. Pickup and drop-off at Waikiki hotels are included.

Discover how the fresh fruits of a small tropical tree are transformed into chocolate during this small-group experience on Oahu. In the shady orchards of a working cacao farm see how the fresh fruits are harvested and cultivated and enjoy the delicious flavors of chocolate that is entirely made in Hawaii, from tree to bar.

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Turtle Canyon sits just off the Waikiki coastline and is one of the most reliable spots on Oahu to snorkel alongside Hawaiian green sea turtles—but reaching it requires a boat. This catamaran tour departs from Waikiki, with a guide leading the snorkeling session and a light snack included on board.

Pack the best of Oahu into just one day on this small-group tour from Waikiki. Visit a local coffee farm and learn about the cultivation of 100 percent Hawaiian coffee; head to the North Shore to check out the surf beaches, historic town of Haleiwa and Waimea Falls; take in panoramic views from the Pali and Makapuu lookouts; and explore cultural sites including the Byodo-In Temple.

Spend a day exploring the highlights of Oahu without the hassle of driving on this full-day island tour. As you circumnavigate the island, you'll stop at key landmarks like Diamond Head, Makapu’u Point, and the Dole Plantation. While you drive, take in the beautiful scenery of white sand beaches, lush valleys, sacred Hawaiian grounds, and the waves of the Pacific Ocean.

The Pearl Harbor National Monument is a must-visit when coming to Oahu. Take a tour of the visitor's center, where you watch a short film and explore exhibits that recount the infamous morning of December 7, 1941.