Top Activities on the Ground in Oahu - page 3

Discover three unique sides of Oʻahu in one convenient adventure from Waikīkī. Visit the iconic Dole Plantation, sample handcrafted spirits at Kō Hana Distillers, and soar through the jungle on a guided 3-zipline adventure at Coral Crater Adventure Park. The zipline course features three lines ranging from 300 to 1,000 feet in length, along with a state-of-the-art braking system that allows you to focus on the excitement and scenery while experienced guides handle the rest. With transportation included and a thoughtfully planned itinerary, this activity offers a fun and easy way to experience Oʻahu’s flavors, history, and outdoor adventure in a single day.

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.

While visiting Honolulu, take a half-day tour of Pearl Harbor that details the history of World War II in Hawaii. Visit the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument and Battleship Row with a guide who shares informative commentary about Oahu during the war in the Pacific.

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.

A trip to Hawaii deserves to be commemorated, but camera phone snaps just don't do the scenery justice. This tour offers you the chance to be photographed by a professional in beautiful settings. After the photo session, your photos will be uploaded to a private gallery for viewing.

Get your adrenaline pumping and test your obstacle course skills at Oahu’s Coral Crater Adventure Park. Join a small group on the course and climb, swing, and jump through several elements. Take part in an aerial course, climb up ropes, walls, and ladders, and feel the sensation of freefalling all in one fun-filled location.

Get into vacation mode instantly with a relaxing transfer to your accommodations in Waikiki, Kahala, Turtle Bay, Ko'olina, or the Honolulu Cruise Terminal from Honolulu International Airport.  A driver will pick you up directly from baggage claim and bring you to your hotel in an air-conditioned, 12-person shuttle. Upgrade to the lei option and receive fresh island flowers to wear around your neck. Please note that you must select a hotel that coincides with the areas in the Itinerary section below.

If you have only limited time to explore Oahu, make the most of it with this full-day circle island tour. Not a minute is wasted on this action-packed tour that takes you to Byodo-In Temple, the Dole Plantation, secret beaches, island hotspots and more. You'll also have the chance to snorkel in turtle-filled water on the North Shore.

Afraid of missing out on the real Oahu? Don’t waste any time in Waikiki. Escape the tourist trap, ditch the crowds, and hop in with a private adventure guide for a personal tour of the island’s most iconic, secret, and scenic spots. Enjoy an all day adventure of jungle, waterfalls, ridgelines and panoramic views with stops at the most beautiful beaches. Most tours cram you in a shuttle and take you on the same route to the same few crowded places. Let’s do something entirely different. Do you have a bucket list goal for your time in Hawaii? Always wanted to climb up the back of Stairway to Heaven? Wanted to go cliff jumping into a pool under a waterfall? Snorkel a local spot? Climb a secret peak for breathtaking views? I will customize your private adventure tour while keeping you safe. Solo travelers, couples, and families are welcome. This is your tour! What are you waiting for? Let’s do it. Be ready for mud, sweat, adventure, and unforgettable memories!

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.

Discover Oahu’s stunning natural beauty without the crowds on a small-group tour that combines stops at famed viewpoints with a hike to a waterfall. Take in the view from Nu’uanu Pali, trek through rainforest to Likeke Falls without worrying about losing your way, and stop at Makapu‘u Point and Halona Blowhole for dramatic coastal scenery and (in season) whale watching. Along the way, delve deeper into local history and culture than you would alone.

The Diamond Head crater offers spectacular 360-degree views of the ocean and Honolulu. The trail is well signposted, so you don’t need a guide, but transfers can spare you the expense of a car rental or a taxi. This convenient shuttle service, from select Honolulu hotels, gets you there, waits while you hike, and brings you back—with one of Leonard’s Bakery’s famous malasada donuts for a sugar boost too.

Ditch the crowds and explore authentic Honolulu with this off-the-beaten-track-tour. Led by the recommendations of a professional guide, personalize the experience according to your interests. For nature lovers, discover secluded beaches, tide pools, and the Ko`olau mountains. Historians might prefer traversing ancient Native Hawaiian temples overlooking the Waimea valley. Along the way, shop for gifts from local producers and indulge in native Hawaiian cuisine.

Enjoy a half-day hike on private lands, a place most O’ahu visitors never see. Traverse scenic ridge lines, trek through freshwater streams, and see endemic flora and fauna. Learn about Hawaii’s history, culture, and ancient mythology and enjoy lunch outdoors. You’ll also see bananas, guava, bamboo thickets, scented ginger, and other rainforest plants growing in the wild.

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.

Get an insider's perspective on the best spots for local Hawaiian food while zipping around on a bicycle on this small-group tour. Stop at a variety of different restaurants, bars, and cafes in the Diamond Head, and Kapahulu-Kaimuki neighborhoods, and sample local favorites such as poke, fish tacos, and shaved ice, accompanied by information on Hawaiian culinary traditions from your guide.

Manoa Falls is one of Oahu's must see spots while here. Manoa Valley holds a lot of rich Hawaiian History & culture and is one of Oahu's most unique and lush landscapes. Enjoy a real piece of Hawaii when in Manoa valley. Its quaint, small town vibe is home to some amazing local eateries and business and is a must see while on Oahu. With its ease of accessibility to Waikiki and the South Shore our luxury 500 watt Electric Bikes make it enjoyable and easy to access the area.

Get an insider's take on life in Oahu on this small-group tour, led by a born-and-raised Oahu resident. Your guide will show you the best places to hike, surf, and take in the views, from Diamond Head to Turtle Beach. You'll also visit a macadamia nut farm and stop to try out treats such as fresh shrimp and shaved ice.

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.

On this thrilling, multi-sport Oahu adventure, get off the beaten visitor track with a cast of local guides. Trek through rainforests and search for waterfalls before sailing above coral reefs. Grab a snorkel and a set of fins to explore underwater before coasting a bike downhill. This day is packed full of tropical adventure the whole family can enjoy, and is the perfect way to experience Oahu — from rainforest to reef.

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.

Experience the natural beauty of the Oahu’s North Shore countryside during a 1.5-hour horseback ride from a ranch near Laie and Kahuku. Your guide matches you with a suitable horse, then leads you along a scenic mountain trail with ocean views. Stop for photo ops at a lookout point and learn about the life of the paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) on this family-friendly tour.

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.

Guided tours of Oahu typically cram tourists onto buses to go to all the same places. Enjoy a more personalized experience with this private tour that can be customized to your own interests. Your guides will tailor the trip for you, whether you want to go snorkeling, surfing, hiking or anything else, and will take you to off-the-beaten track spots that few visitors ever see.