Top Oahu Adventure Tours

Explore filming sites from the Jurassic Park film series when you embark on this exciting tour through the Kualoa, Hakipu’u, and Ka’a’awa Valleys. Join a small group and drive around in an open-air vehicle so you can relive the excitement of the movies. See the paddock, bunkers, dinosaur cages, and the famous field that were seen in the films.

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.

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.

Aloha, welina mai, ‘ano ‘ai. Greetings, and welcome, from Hawai’i! Located on the famous North Shore beachfront of O’ahu, North Shore Stables is a locally-owned gem nestled in the quiet, countryside of Waialua. As locals, we will greet you like ohana (family) as you drive your own 2022 Kawasaki All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) through 80 acres of beachfront farm lands, onto our signature ATV track, and directly help to restore Hawaiiʻs shoreline with a variety of 49 native Hawaiian shoreline plants that prevent erosion. Learn the 1,000 year history of Kapukapuakea and its spiritual and physical connection to Taputapuatea, a world heritage site recognized by UNESCO. This is the only tour on O’ahu that allows you to drive your own 4-wheel ATV! This is NOT a UTV which has a steering wheel and one driver with passengers. Guests choose an indigenous shoreline plant, & personally plant it in the only restored shoreline in Hawaii. A healthy shoreline prevents erosion & builds sand dunes.

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.

Skip the crowded tourist buses and see Oahu's beauty from above on this small-group helicopter flight. Taking to the air reveals a new angle on Oahu's most postcard-worthy attractions, including Diamond Head’s volcanic crater, Waikiki Beach, and Koko Head. This tour is perfect for travelers with limited time wanting maximum views; a doors-off option is available for unobstructed photos.

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.

Explore Oahu's waters on this submarine-style ride aboard the Atlantis Submarine. During this family-friendly adventure, learn about the local fish, coral, and other animals in this marine habitat through your guide's informative commentary. Descend 100 feet (30 meters) under the surface of the water without getting wet in a vehicle that is quiet and pollution-free, so marine life is undisturbed.

If you have just one day to explore Oahu, the Circle Island Drive is a must—taking in all the island’s highlights in just one day. This full-day tour from Honolulu visits Nu’uanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm, the Dole Plantation, and Waimea Valley. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

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.

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.

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.

Escape the traffic and parking woes at Diamond Head State Monument with a small-group hike and e-bike ride instead. Start in Waikiki and pedal along the coast to Diamond Head, admiring the views en route. Then secure your bikes and set off on foot up Diamond Head. Your guide tells you all about the geology and culture as you climb to sweeping views of Honolulu and the ocean.

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.

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.

From hidden waterfalls to white sand beaches this tour is unlike any other (This tour is intimate and small, the maximum amount of people on a tour is 4 so no big tour busses) If this is the only thing you do in Hawaii then it will still be worth it! I know the best routes to some of the most beautiful hikes on Oahu. I have been a local for about 14 years so I really know these trails well. I love to point out special vegetation on the way as well, like mushrooms and flowers. From beginning to end you will really love my tour. I like to make my guests feel at home like they are traveling with an old friend. Feel free to ask me about anything and I will tell you all about my island and what you need to see and do! Tips are highly appreciated! (Viator takes a huge pay cut from this price)

A circle-island tour of Oahu usually runs a fixed loop, stopping where the operator decides rather than where you want to linger. Build your own instead on this private tour, where the guide shapes the route around what you're after—hiking, beach time, waterfalls, or food—and drives you around the island at your pace. Hotel pickup and all transport are included, so the day is yours to plan.

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.

Our sunset turtle snorkeling tour delivers a unique all-in-one Waikiki ocean experience, combining adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable views in one trip. We reach Turtle Canyon quickly, giving you more time in the water to swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles in clear, warm conditions. Beyond snorkeling, enjoy kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, sea scooters, and swimming—all included at no extra cost. The highlight is the timing. After your activities, relax on board as the Waikiki sky fills with vibrant sunset colors, with Diamond Head as your backdrop. The experience ends with a peaceful sunset sail, complemented by charcuterie and cocktails. With a friendly, attentive crew and beginner-friendly guidance, this tour is perfect for everyone—from first-time snorkelers to experienced ocean lovers. More than just a tour, it’s a memorable Waikiki experience you won’t forget.

Discover the beauty and history of Oahu’s North Shore on this e-bike tour with all navigation taken care of by your guide. Enjoy personal attention and expert knowledge with your small group as you explore the Haleiwa’s highlights and hidden gems. You’ll enjoy magnificent views as you learn about Haleiwa’s culture and history, passing through Haleiwa town, boat harbor, and beach.

Getting to Manoa Falls from Waikiki can be tricky but this private cycling tour makes it easy. Tackle the road's hills without the effort by traveling on a powerful e-bike. Ride through the town of Manoa to the Manoa Falls trailhead where you set out on a scenic hike in the mountains to a stunning waterfall.

Discover one of Oahu's most beautiful natural treasures on this trip to the Kaneohe Sandbar. Embark on a short cruise across the ocean to the sandbar and enjoy spectacular views of the Ko'olau Mountains while relaxing on the boat, swimming, or paddle boarding. On the edge of the sandbar, look out for turtles in the aptly-named Turtle Reef.

Join a half-day, small-group tour on Oahu that combines a ziplining experience with an ATV off-road drive. Head to a zipline course with six ziplines that take about two hours to complete. Continue to the ATV course where you ride for about 45 minutes in a side-by-side ATV (drivers must be at least 18 years old) on a choice of courses. Your small group is limited to six participants.