Top Oahu Unique Experiences

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.

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 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.

Switch up sightseeing for an adrenaline rush with this guided zipline experience on Oahu's North Shore. Leave all the planning and organization to someone else, as you enjoy an itinerary of activities that includes a short ATV ride, rappelling, sky bridges, and multiple ziplines. Feel confident under the supervision of your guides, as you take in scenic views of the island that you can't see anywhere else.

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.

Experience Waikiki like a local with a private surfing lesson on Waikiki Beach. Begin at the Surf Center with a safety briefing and gear-up before heading to the ocean with your instructor. Learn to paddle out and stand up on the board, or take your surfing skills to the next level if you already know the basics. Hotel pickup is available for added convenience.

Leave your preconceptions about sharks at the door and get up close to these sleek creatures on this unique ocean experience. Head out from Haleiwa, on the North Shore of O’ahu, and spend around half an hour swimming with the sharks living in the area. Don’t worry, though: even if you aren’t swimming in a cage, you’re still in safe hands, with a guide on board and a safety diver swimming with each group.

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.

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.

If you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, Oahu is a great place to do it. Practice new skills in a group setting with a small instructor-to-learner ratio. After a quick slideshow, head to the beach to develop the techniques needed to paddle, stand up, and ride a wave. Then, take to the ocean to put the theory into practice. No experience necessary and gear rental is included.

Set sail with “the original shark boat crew” and learn skills passed down through generations to interact responsibly and safely with sharks and other marine life. Swim and snorkel with native sharks on Oahu’s North Shore. Look out for White Tipped Reef Sharks, Scalloped Hammerhead Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Galapagos Sharks, Gray Reef Sharks, and Sandbar Sharks, and learn about the local culture of respect for native animals and the natural environment.

Experience Pearl Harbor without the hassle of securing tickets, finding parking, or navigating the site on your own. This private tour combines guaranteed access, hotel pickup, and expert local guidance, allowing you to focus on the memorials and museums instead of logistics. A flexible schedule helps you enjoy Hawaii’s most significant historic sites.

Honolulu is the Hawaiian capital and known for its beautiful beaches, historic sites, and ancient volcanoes. On this Lokafy walking tour, connect with a Honolulu local who will show you around their city like a friend and take you to the neighborhoods, museums, shops, and restaurants that they know and love. Chat with your guide before you arrive and devise an itinerary that suits your preferences and style of travel.

Surfing is a popular activity on Oahu, but it can be daunting to get started if you’ve never surfed before. With a private or small-group lesson, learn surf techniques, safety rules, and ocean etiquette from certified lifeguards and experienced instructors. Enjoy a personalized lesson with all equipment provided and take in the beautiful Hawaiian coastline while catching some waves.

Perfect your yoga poses on a stand up paddleboard while floating in Hawaii's tropical waters. During this Honolulu class learn to adapt familiar seated, kneeling, and reclining yoga poses for the water. Work on balance and core stability with some standing poses and use free time to work on any poses you like.

Waikiki's gentle, rolling waves are about the best place there is to stand up on a board for the first time. Learn the basics with an instructor in a small group at a quieter Waikiki spot, away from the busier breaks. You start on the sand before paddling out to try your first waves, with a choice of lesson times to fit your day.

After a full day of activities and sightseeing, unwind with this low-intensity yoga class. Don’t worry if you’ve never tried yoga before: this easygoing class is suitable for participants of all experience levels, with detailed instruction and hands-on guidance provided if you want. Put the stresses of your day behind you as you stretch and watch the sun set over Honolulu.

Create life-long memories of your trip to Oahu by booking a private photography session in Honolulu. You'll head for a scenic spot, such as Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach, or the Makapuu Lookout, where your photographer will capture memorable moments that will never fade. Afterward, you'll receive a digital selection of beautiful, high-resolution vacation photos.

Learn to surf on Waikiki Beach. Travel to the beach in an air-conditioned vehicle and then participate in a brief safety training to learn the basics of popping up and balancing before jumping in the water. Get 1-on-1 instruction and learn surfing essentials with a team of experienced teachers. This semi-private lesson includes the use of all gear, and the option to purchase professional photos, videos taken during the day, and surfing swag if you choose. Plus, book either a 1-hour or 2-hour session depending on your preference.

Learning to surf goes faster with someone reading the waves for you and correcting as you go. This private lesson gives you an instructor to yourself, working at your own pace in Oahu's waters. Start with the basics before paddling out to catch your first waves, with the instructor alongside the whole time to guide each attempt.

This experience is unique for its unmatched flexibility and strong emphasis on group interaction. It’s not bound to a fixed schedule or route, allowing groups to start, strategize, and explore at their own pace. The core difference is the immersive, lighthearted zombie theme that dictates the tasks—you're scavenging for supplies and completing silly challenges to prove your survival mettle. It’s perfect for team-building or family fun because it's priced per team (up to 10 people), includes the guidance of a remote, chat-based host, and culminates in the unique bragging rights of checking your national rank on the app's leaderboard.

Learn how to surf during your Oahu vacation with this small-group lesson at Waikiki Beach. You'll enjoy a mix of personal attention and a team environment as a professional surfing instructor shows you the basics of this quintessential Hawaiian sport. All equipment provided, along with a complimentary shuttle from Waikiki.

Learn to ride the waves on Oahu's North Shore during a small-group surfing lesson capped at two students for a personalized experience. Lessons are geared toward beginners and focus on teaching the fundamentals of surfing, such as how to time and catch a wave, and how to transition from paddling to standing. Your instructor can assist you in catching waves and provide feedback to help improve your technique.