Top Oahu Outdoor Activities - page 3

Make the most of your time on Oahu by booking a tour that takes you all the way around the island. Discover all of Oahu's top attractions, including Diamond Head State Monument and the Halona Blow Hole, visit the famed Dole Plantation and Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet, and swim among Hawaiian sea turtles on the North Shore. Enjoy a longer stop at Waikiki to relax and take in the surroundings.

Experience the secluded, tropical beauty Hawaii is famous for on this self-guided hike to Manoa Falls. A shuttle takes you to the start of the hike, and then you can explore on your own. See tropical plants, streams, and a the rushing waterfall after a moderate .8-mile (1.3 km) hike. There are restrooms, and a snack shop, which you are welcome to visit at the end of the hike.

Experience Oahu’s natural beauty on a thrilling, private helicopter ride. Depart from Honolulu International Airport and see the sights from above as you listen to insightful commentary from your dedicated pilot. See the Waikiki shoreline, Makapu’u lighthouse, Kailua Beach, and Kaneohe Bay, and then fly above the Dole Pineapple Plantation and see the striking Pearl Harbor USS Arizona monument from the sky.

Explore Oahu on this full-day minibus tour with a small group and a local guide. With your small group of 24-28 people or fewer, make plenty of stops at the island's highlights, including snorkeling with green sea turtles on the North Shore. See the Dole Plantation, the Halona Blowhole, Diamond Head, and Makapu’u Beach during this day-long outing. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.

Spend your day out on the waters off of Honolulu on this bottom fishing adventure. Board your vessel setting off for nearshore and offshore grounds in search of prized fish. This tour is great for a group of friends or families who want to enjoy a day on the water without the hassle of chartering their own boat.

Experience Oahu’s wildlife from amongst the trees on a half zipline tour. The airborne activity can be enjoyed by couples, friends, and even families. Children weighing between 40-60 pounds can ride tandem with an adult. Zip across three lines ranging 300 to 1,000 feet in length. No experience is necessary and you can feel secure with a guide on hand and a modern braking system for each line.

Go snorkeling in Oahu with a guided tour designed especially for beginners at Magic Island. Learn the fundamentals of snorkeling from a patient guide and get in the water to see a wide variety of marine life near a reef with more than 20 species of fish. The guide captures videos of your experience and shares them electronically afterward.

Immerse yourself in Oahu's dramatic reef scenery—and enjoy a more luxurious way to travel—on this sailing and snorkeling tour aboard a well-appointed catamaran. Keep an eye out for dolphins and whales, or take to the water to spy vibrant tropical fish while snorkeling. This half-day excursion from Ko Olina also includes an on-board lunch, plus cocktails and juice.

Take the chance to dive into the crystal-clear waters of Oahu and experience snorkeling alongside wildlife during this luxurious catamaran tour. Keep an eye out for turtles as you explore Waikiki's Turtle Canyon. Then, take a break to relax before going paddleboarding, kayaking, and sea scooter riding. Guided by a passionate and knowledgeable team, embark on a fun adventure in nature with convenient hotel pickup available within Waikiki included.

Soak up the beautiful scenery of Kaneohe Bay on a cruise around northern Oahu. Hop aboard a catamaran and hear your captain’s commentary as you travel past Hokule'a Beach, the Ko’olau mountains, and Mokoli’i Island. See where some of your favorite Hollywood blockbusters were shot, abundant wildlife, and more. After taking in the blue waters and white-sand beaches, your captain returns you to your original departure point.

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.

Explore Hawaii’s island of Oahu by air on this helicopter tour. Fly above the island and many of its most well-known landmarks, such as Diamond Head, Sacred Falls, the Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor. On this ride, choose your departure time and whether or not you’d like the helicopter doors on or off.

Round out a perfect day in Hawaii on board the Haleiwa Queen as she cruises along Waikiki Beach toward Diamond Head. Timed to sunset, this relaxing cruise allows you to enjoy both the sight of the colors of the setting sun in the sky and the fish, reefs, and marine life beneath the waves, viewed through the boat's glass bottom. Complimentary photos are included to capture your memorable experience.

Hit the waves in Waikiki, arguably the place where surfing was born, and the spot. During this surf lesson in Waikiki—which is limited to just five participants—you'll learn about surfing techniques, culture, and etiquette before you hit the water and (with luck) ride some waves back to the shore.

Cruises are offered all day and night in Hawaii, but one of the best times to go on one is at sunset. This Waikiki Sunset Cruise takes you on the water to see the city, Diamond Head, and the ocean all at sunset. Plus, music, snacks, and soda provide a relaxing environment as you cruise.

Swap the crowds of Waikiki Beach for a relaxed Hawaiian sunset cruise experience. Relax with included snacks, soft drinks, and coolers with ice for any additional beverages you bring as you cruise along the Waikiki coastline toward Diamond Head while the sun dips into the ocean. Look out for pods of dolphins and large Hawaiian green sea turtles that frequent the surface.

Maximize your chances of seeing some of Oahu's most exciting marine life with this tour that takes you onto the water and to tropical reefs and one of Hawaii’s popular shipwrecks. As you cruise keep an eye out for *honu* (sea turtles), eels, reef sharks, dolphins, and schools of tropical fish, all visible from the deck through the boat's glass bottom.

Hawaii boasts some of the world's most beautiful sunsets. On this evening boat ride, board the Majestic by Atlantis Cruises for a sail off the coast of Waikiki. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and find the perfect place to relax on board, either on the open-air deck or the air-conditioned lounge. Enjoy live entertainment and watch the sun dip below the horizon during your cruise.

Beat the crowds on land and soak up the beauty of Waikiki from the water on this sunset cruise that is timed to coincide with the sun slipping below the horizon and painting the sky in unforgettable colors. Choose to relax on deck or jump off to swim in the ocean.

The Kaneohe Sandbar is one of the best places around Oahu for swimming and snorkeling. But, without your own boat, it's tricky to get there. This boat trip does all the hard work for you so that you can relax on board as you cruise to the sandbar then spend your time as you please, whether by jumping into the water, spotting turtles or just soaking up the sun and scenery.

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Set sail and get up close with Waikiki’s majestic wildlife on this two-hour cruise. Board a spacious catamaran and glide across the water, admiring picturesque scenery of Oahu’s coast while searching for sea turtles, dolphins, coral, and vibrant fish. Stop to swim and snorkel in the turquoise water, or relax on the spacious deck.

Experience one of Hawaii’s famous sunsets on a cruise along Waikiki’s coast. Board your vessel and watch the sky change colors as the sun starts to dip below the horizon. While you sail, keep your eyes peeled for dolphins and, from November to May, even humpback whales. You can also enjoy views of Waikiki landmarks including Diamond Head.

Enjoy a unique twist on a sporty experience as you learn to surf the waves of Waikiki with an off-duty fireman. This private lesson involves practising paddling, balancing, and riding waves. Don't worry about arranging your own transportation for this experience; hotel pickup is included in your booking.