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Combine the top destinations and attractions on Oahu into one fun-filled day of sightseeing, history; ever-changing landscapes and the very best that Oahu has to offer! Your full-day tour begins with a stop at Pearl Harbor, highlighted by the USS Arizona Memorial and the museums of the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Learn the history of Pearl Harbor from your expert tour guide and take in the peaceful harbor that was tragically attacked on December 7, 1941. Circle the island with your guide, taking in the beauty of Oahu throughout your tour. Travel from the perfect beaches of Oahu’s North Shore to the lush rainforests of the Ko`olauMountains and visit the rocky South Shore of the island. The diverse scenery is just part of what makes Oahu so special, and you will see it all! Your Circle Island Tour with Pearl Harbor is the perfect way to get to know Oahu. Join us on this fun-filled sightseeing excursion today!

Join us on a powerful historic journey starting with the surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, that catapulted the U.S. into World War II and culminated with the September 2, 1945 surrender that ended the global conflict. Book your tickets now and explore the Pearl Harbor Battleship tour in Oahu. En route to Pearl Harbor, our expert guide will recount the pivotal events leading up to the early morning aerial bombardment. Upon arrival at Pearl Harbor, you’ll begin with the USS Arizona Memorial Experience. Learn about the 1,177 seamen who tragically perished when the USS Arizona was bombed and sank within minutes in the 23-minute documentary featuring original archival footage. Imagine what that morning was like for these sailors as you cross the harbor to the Memorial on a Navy vessel. As you step aboard the USS Arizona Memorial, you’ll notice an air of quiet contemplation and honor. You are standing over the sunken battleship.

The Road to Hana offers a journey through miles of lush tropical rainforests, stunning waterfalls at every turn, and narrow one-lane bridges, all while immersing you in the rich cultural traditions preserved by Hana's elders. This unique experience takes you to the heart of Maui, showcasing the island's beauty and cultural heritage. Aloha Sunshine Tours' local Hana Highway experts will handle the driving, allowing you to relax and enjoy the breathtaking views while being entertained with stories, historical insights, and Hawaiian legends, making this a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to discover the best of Maui.

Maui tour heads to the legendary North Shore, where world champions compete every November and December at famous Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach. The tour passes through charming Haleiwa Town, with its many galleries, shops, and cafes. Enroute, we stop at Dole Pineapple Plantation, where you can learn all about Hawaii’s legendary pineapple crop. Our breathtaking voyage continues as we take in the valleys and cliffs of the emerald green Koolau Mountains and the rocky shoreline of South Oahu. Amazing panoramic views await you at Nuuanu Pali Lookout, Makapuu Point, and Hanauma Bay. Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch at a secret oceanfront location that you’ll love. You’ll travel in comfort and luxury in our well maintained mini bus and enjoy the intimate personal experience of our small group tours. We’ll have you back to Honolulu Airport in plenty of time for your return flight to Maui.

Join us for an unforgettable day exploring three of Oahu’s most iconic attractions: Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and the Polynesian Cultural Center. Start with a visit to historic Pearl Harbor, where you'll gain a poignant insight into the events that propelled the U.S. into World War II. Next, we’ll head to Dole Plantation, where you can delve into Hawaii’s pineapple-growing heritage, shop for souvenirs at the Plantation Store, and enjoy a refreshing Dole Whip treat. Finally, at the Polynesian Cultural Center, immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Polynesia by visiting authentic villages, meeting Pacific islanders, and experiencing their stories, songs, and vibrant dances.

Take this tour to visit the USS Arizona Memorial and Visitor Center at Pearl Harbor. After you spent a morning at Pearl Harbor, we will take on a drive to downtown Honolulu’s historic sites which give you a chance to know the history of Pearl Harbor and Hawaii throughout your day. A visit to the Pearl Harbor Visitor’s Center will remind you about the sailors who lost their lives during the attacks on Pearl Harbor. A visit to one of Pearl Harbor’s most emotional, memorable sites – the USS Arizona Memorial is a must. At the Visitor Center, you get to see authentic wartime artifacts, compelling museum displays, and contemplative open spaces designed with the country’s fallen soldiers in mind. We offer you a driving tour of historic Honolulu before returning to Waikiki. You can visit the Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific, I’olani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, the Honolulu State Capitol Building, the statue of King Kamehameha the Great.

Take in the top attractions on Oahu with Aloha Sunshine Tours in one incredible day. Historical Pearl Harbor and the fascinating music, dance and people of the Pacific featured at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Begin with a stop at Pearl Harbor and the opportunity to board the USS Arizona Memorial, take in film footage of the attacks and explore the museums and memorials at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.

Discover Oahu’s North Shore like a local with the original North Shore activities tour, led by lifelong surfers. Travel comfortably aboard The Surf Bus with included hotel pickup, spending more time adventuring and less time riding. Choose from activities like snorkeling at Shark’s Cove, biking the Tree Tunnel Path, or swimming at Waimea Falls. Enjoy free time in Haleiwa for shopping, lunch, and spotting sea turtles—experience freedom, fun, and the true North Shore vibe.

One of the world’s most famous islands, Oahu can be difficult to explore beyond the crowds—but not on this hidden-gem tour. Picked up from your Honolulu hotel, your guide will work with you to create a west-side itinerary you love, from Mermaid Caves to Pray for Sex Beach and beyond. You’ll get a day of hassle-free adventure *and* ideas for the rest of your time on Oahu.

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.

The "LeaLea Trolley" offers a unique and immersive way to explore the best of Oahu, providing easy access to popular attractions and hidden gems. Starting from the Royal Hawaiian Center in the heart of Waikiki, LeaLea trolleys operate daily from morning to evening, connecting you to major shopping areas, tourist spots, and off-the-beaten-path locations featured on TV and in magazines. With the refreshing Hawaiian breeze flowing through the open trolley and friendly, entertaining drivers, you’ll experience the island in a relaxed and enjoyable way. Perfect for adventure seekers, families with children, or anyone looking to explore Oahu's top sights without the hassle, this tour provides insider knowledge and a memorable way to see the island’s beauty, including stops from the Bishop Museum to the stunning views along the East Coast.

The "LeaLea Trolley" offers a unique and immersive way to explore the best of Oahu, providing easy access to popular attractions and hidden gems. Starting from the Royal Hawaiian Center in the heart of Waikiki, LeaLea trolleys operate daily from morning to evening, connecting you to major shopping areas, tourist spots, and off-the-beaten-path locations featured on TV and in magazines. With the refreshing Hawaiian breeze flowing through the open trolley and friendly, entertaining drivers, you’ll experience the island in a relaxed and enjoyable way. Perfect for adventure seekers, families with children, or anyone looking to explore Oahu's top sights without the hassle, this tour provides insider knowledge and a memorable way to see the island’s beauty, including stops from the Bishop Museum to the stunning views along the East Coast.

Dive into the enchanting blend of cultures and flavors that define Honolulu's iconic Waikiki neighborhood. Nestled against the backdrop of the legendary Diamond Head, Waikiki has been a cultural crossroads for centuries, showcasing a unique culinary scene influenced by native Hawaiian traditions, Asian flavors, and global cuisines. Your journey begins at the entrance to Waikiki at King David Kalākaua's Statue, where you'll meet your knowledgeable local guide. From this picturesque starting point, you'll explore the vibrant streets of Waikiki while savoring its diverse culinary offerings. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!

At this stargazing experience,  YOU are the star explorer, utilizing very large computerized GPS telescopes capable of seeing inside the craters of the Moon, the clouds of Jupiter in color, the rings of Saturn, stellar nurseries, newborn baby star clusters in the hundreds, the remnants of exploded stars, and other galaxies millions of light years back in time. This 1-hour guided star shows take place every week on various evenings at the Four Seasons Oahu. Explore the mysteries of the universe, seeing the unseen as you have never seen it before. Views vary by season and with weather. Various parking locations are available from free to valet.

New Tour starting 2026! Give us 2.5 hours, and we will make you lava detectives! Learn about past eruption events, lava formations, and how they happened. This tour starts with a 1-mile hike from the edge of a pit crater to the lava tube. From there, we drive to the end of Chain of Craters Road as you have formations explained and narrated. Learn more and see things you would never find on your own! Give us 3 hours, and you will learn much more about volcanoes, Hawaii's landscape, native plants, wildlife, and Hawaiian culture. We cannot show you the whole Park in only 3 hours, but we give you several stops to enrich your understanding and immerse your senses. After your tour with us, all the formations on the Big Island and Hawaii will make sense. * Dress code: LAYERS and raincoats; mountain weather can change 20 degrees. Closed-toe shoes recommended. *

Learn all about WWII history on this full-day, small group tour of Oahu, which is perfect for a shore excursion from a cruise boat. You’ll be collected from Pier 2, and then your tour will begin. You’ll visit several places of historical importance-more than you’d be able to cover on your own. You’ll also have a voucher included for a light lunch.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Oahu's tourist spots for an intimate experience on the North Shore. This private fishing tour in Haleiwa is exclusively for your party. Fishing poles, tackle, and bait are all provided, so all you have to do is throw a line and soak up the views and relaxing atmosphere.

This is not your typical crowded tour bus or self-guided drive. You’ll cruise Oʻahu’s North Shore in a classic VW campervan with a local guide—authentic, intimate, and full of aloha vibes. We take you to a turtle hotspot and set up a cozy beach lounge so you can truly relax and enjoy the moment. With personalized attention, beautiful scenery, and a touch of vintage charm, this short tour delivers one of the island’s most unforgettable, and photogenic, experiences.

Get an exclusive, front-row seat to Maui's most stunning landscapes on a private air tour with skip-the-line access. Soar above Haleakalā’s lava fields, lush jungles, waterfalls, and the winding Road to Hana from the comfort of your own aircraft that is just for your group (up to five). As you soar through the sky, your pilot provides insights into Maui's natural beauty and history.

Spend more time with the whales, on our 2 1/2 hour whale watch, aboard Maui's ONLY air conditioned, luxury power catamaran. We are a family owned business with 40 years experience in these waters. We limit our vessels to just 60% of our US Coast Guard capacity so you have an exceptional experience, at a relaxed pace with very personalized care. We serve a delicious freshly prepared lunch with a premium open bar, featuring ice cold micro brewed local beer, hard seltzers, mai-tais, white wines from Napa, and craft cocktails with premium labels. Homemade "baked daily" white chocolate macadamia nut cookies are served after a hearty lunch. As a new product to our luxury line, we don't have many reviews for this tour. The season just started. To learn more about our new yacht, check out our other reviews for the Luxury Molokini tour aboard Pride of Maui Elua.

Step aboard a boat and experience whale watching like never before. On this special cruise, see humpback whales in their natural habitat and hear them too. With a partnership with the award-winning immersive experience “Sounds of the Ocean,” be immersed in the hauntingly beautiful songs of the humpbacks as they echo through the Pacific. For twenty-five unforgettable minutes, everything else fades away and you’re transported into the whales’ world of sound with onboard hydrophone technology and personal headphones. Along the way, expert naturalists will share the classic PacWhale Eco-Adventures experience you love — breathtaking encounters, small group interpretation, and fascinating whale behavior — but with a special focus on the incredible role sound plays in the lives of these ocean giants. Discover how whales communicate, court, navigate, and even share cultural traditions through song. Learn about the growing challenges of noise pollution in the oceans.

Looking for a spontaneous adventure or traveling solo? Take advantage of our discounted single passenger last-minute rates and experience Oʻahu from the sky like never before! Soar above the island’s most iconic landmarks, including the sparkling Waikiki skyline, majestic Diamond Head, cinematic Kaʻaʻawa Valley, the world-famous North Shore, and the historic Pearl Harbor. Feel the thrill of flight while capturing breathtaking photos and taking in a one-of-a-kind perspective that turns a short getaway into an unforgettable memory. Seats at this special rate are limited, so don’t wait — book now to secure your spot and make your Oʻahu adventure truly extraordinary!

Meet Apollo, a 41 foot ribcraft purpose built for the ultimate adventure, and the newest member of the Hawaiian Adventures Team. Apollo’s 12.5 meter hull creates a soft, smooth ride to explore the magic of the Kona coast. Triple outboard motors allow for increased safety on the water while also giving the vessel the ability to be quick and nimble. This way, we’ll be able to travel further and spend more time slowed with wildlife. An open viewing platform also means expansive views, and comfortable forward facing saddle seats ensure each guest gets their own space– never having to worry about being positioned the wrong way when we’re on scene with wildlife. Allow Apollo, named after the Greek god of the sun, to illuminate the beauty of the Kona coast while fostering the true spirit of adventure.

Get up close to the magic of Maui’s humpback whales in the most unforgettable way — both from a scenic view and from the sky. This experience combines a *whale-watching adventure with a professional drone photo + video shoot to capture your day from an epic perspective. Join a fun, knowledgeable local guide for a trip along Maui’s coastline where thousands of humpbacks migrate every winter to mate, give birth, and nurture their young. Feel the excitement as whales breach, slap their tails, and surface — and watch breathtaking whale interactions from above with **aerial drone footage when conditions allow. This isn’t your average tour. You’ll walk away with cinematic memories you can relive forever. * - We will be whale watching from a scenic viewpoint along a cliff side NOT on a boat. ** - As whales are wild animals, we cannot guarantee viewing of whale's with the drone, but we will when possible.