Welcome to Oahu
(Welina mai i Oahu)
Explore the Island of Oahu
Nicknamed the “Gathering Place”, the island of Oahu is home to Pearl Harbor and Hawaii’s capital city, Honolulu. At just under a million people, it is the most populated of all the Hawaiian Islands. Oahu is Hawaii’s tourism hub, hosting over five million visitors each year. If you’re planning a trip to Oahu, here are a few things to keep in mind.
Weather: Oahu’s average temperature is around 70–85 °F. The island is the warmest from June through October. The winter is slightly cooler, but still warm, with an average temperature of 68–78 °F. The leeward (south) side of the island receives less wind and rain than the windward side.
Where to Stay: Most beachside resorts are located on the leeward side due to warmer and drier weather. Waikiki Beach (east of Honolulu) and Ko Olina (west of Honolulu) are the main areas. Waikiki Beach is a bigger hub of activity, where you will find more activities, designer boutiques, and nightlife. Ko Olina is a bit quieter, and you will need a rental car for transport.
Getting Around: Getting around without a rental car on Oahu is easy and may even be preferable. Parking on Oahu is scarce, traffic is almost always heavy, and the resorts can charge as much as $40/night to park.
Fortunately, Waikiki caters to pedestrians. The beaches, shops, and restaurants are all within walking distance and you will feel safe and comfortable on foot, even at night. At $5 a day, the Waikiki Trolley Pink Line is another great option for getting around easily and cheaply. Additionally, any tours you book will likely pick you up at your hotel. Rideshares and taxis are also plentiful and reasonably priced in Waikiki and Honolulu.
However, if you would like to rent a car for part of your stay there are plenty of options available. All the major companies have kiosks in Waikiki, as does Hui Car Share, which rents by the hour. You can also support the local side gig economy by renting from Turo.
Top 10 Things to do on Oahu
- Take a Circle Island Tour
- Hike up Diamond Head Crater
- Visit the Pearl Harbor Memorial
- Attend the only Luau at Sea
- Go Horseback Riding on the North Shore
- Ride the Longest Zipline on Oahu
- Embark on an ATV Adventure
- Treat Yourself to a Sunset Cruise
- Snorkel with Turtles
- Cage Dive with Sharks
- Attend a Hawaiian Luau
- Enjoy the Friday Night Fireworks
Oahu's Top Excursions
Turtle Reef Snorkel and Sail (Waikiki)
Tour Length
2.5 Hours
Price
$143.00
See Waikiki's famous Green Sea Turtles in their natural habitat and enjoy a drink aboard a spacious 65-foot sailing catamaran.
Convenient departure location in Waikiki
All snorkeling gear is included
Beautiful views of the Oahu coastline.
Snorkel with Green Sea Turtles
Waikiki Catamaran Adventure Sail
Tour Length
1 Hour
Price
49.50
Let the wind fill your sails on this short excursion in Waikiki Bay. This sailing catamaran is conveniently located within walking distance of most Waikiki hotels.
Stunning views of the Oahu coastline
Ocean marine life viewing
Convenient departure location in Waikiki
Harness the power of the wind
Turtle Canyon Snorkel Sail with Lunch (Waikiki)
Tour Length
2.5 Hours
Price
$177.00
Board a 65-foot catamaran at the most conveniently located dock in Waikiki and snorkel at the famous Turtle Canyon.
Conveniently depart from Waikiki
Snorkel at famous Turtle Canyon
Enjoy lunch aboard the ship
Snorkel equipment is included!
Waikiki Sunset Cruise and Cocktails
Tour Length
1.5 Hours
Price
$139.00
Watch a beautiful Hawaiian Sunset aboard a 65-foot catamaran. Enjoy beverages, pupus and a romantic evening on the water.
Convenient Waikiki location
Enjoy a romantic sunset in Waikiki Bay
Relax on a stable 65 foot catamaran
2 free bar drink tickets per adult
Fireworks Dinner and Sunset Cruise (Waikiki)
Tour Length
2 Hours
Price
$192.50
Enjoy a Hawaiian sunset, a gourmet meal and the famous Friday Night Fireworks, from aboard a 65-foot luxury sailing catamaran.
Conveniently departs from Waikiki Beach
Enjoy a romantic sunset over Waikiki Bay
Watch the Friday Fireworks from the water
Relax and enjoy smooth sailing & great views!
Best Fishing on Oahu!
Deep Sea Fishing Oahu (North Shore)
Tour Length
4 Hours
Price
$1,200.00
Let the experts guide you to the best fishing spots in Hawaii. Enjoy the view while we hunt down Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo & Pacific Blue Marlin!
Short cruise to the best fishing grounds
Comfortable boat for up to 6 guests
Stunning views of Oahu's North Shore
Deep sea trolling and bottom fishing
Deep Water Snorkel with Sharks: Cageless
Tour Length
1.5 Hours
Price
$140.00
Bravely go where few will dare! Make some incredible memories by free diving with sharks in open water. No cages allowed!
Swim freely with sharks in the open ocean.
Small, personalized tours
Knowledgeable and experienced crew
Safety diver stays with guests at all times
Aloha Kai Luau at Sea Life Park
Tour Length
3.25
Price
$119.00
Experience Aloha Kai Luau, featuring an oceanfront venue, AYCE buffet, cultural activities, and an award-winning show. Transportation available.
Located in a beautiful, oceanfront setting
Imu Ceremony, hula lesson, and other activities
Live music & luau show with fire-knife dancing
Option to add Sea Life Park tickets
Oahu Shark Diving Tour: Cage Dive
Tour Length
2 Hours
Price
$135.00
Join the Ohana (family) Native Hawaiians at Haleiwa Shark Tours for a fun and truly unforgettable cage dive with sharks!
See sharks up close and personal
Stay protected in the shark cage
All skill levels welcome
No previous dive experience required
ATV Adventure & Farm Tour (North Shore)
Tour Length
45 Minutes
Price
$125.00
Kick up some dirt as you drive through farmlands and along the coast, then zip around the racetrack. Be sure to visit to the farm's petting zoo afterward!
Multiple tracks to follow on your personal ATV
Panoramic viewpoint on Oahu’s North Shore
Petting zoo and working farm
Community focused, eco-friendly adventure tours
Turtle Reef Snorkel and Sail (Waikiki)
Tour Length
2.5 Hours
Price
$143.00
See Waikiki's famous Green Sea Turtles in their natural habitat and enjoy a drink aboard a spacious 65-foot sailing catamaran.
Convenient departure location in Waikiki
All snorkeling gear is included
Beautiful views of the Oahu coastline.
Snorkel with Green Sea Turtles
Turtle Canyon Snorkel Sail with Lunch (Waikiki)
Tour Length
2.5 Hours
Price
$177.00
Board a 65-foot catamaran at the most conveniently located dock in Waikiki and snorkel at the famous Turtle Canyon.
Conveniently depart from Waikiki
Snorkel at famous Turtle Canyon
Enjoy lunch aboard the ship
Snorkel equipment is included!
Deep Water Snorkel with Sharks: Cageless
Tour Length
1.5 Hours
Price
$140.00
Bravely go where few will dare! Make some incredible memories by free diving with sharks in open water. No cages allowed!
Swim freely with sharks in the open ocean.
Small, personalized tours
Knowledgeable and experienced crew
Safety diver stays with guests at all times
Sunset Snorkel Cruise (West Oahu)
Tour Length
3.5 Hours
Price
$149.00
Cruise Oahu's west coast and experience world-class snorkeling. Then enjoy a buffet dinner, drinks, and a dazzling sunset. Transportation available.
Fully narrated scenic tour of Oahu's west coast
One-hour long snorkel stop
Hawaiian buffet dinner & cocktails
Transportation to/from Waikiki available
Your Day with Dolphins and You (West Oahu)
Tour Length
4 Hours
Price
$189.00
Sail along Oahu's west coast and then swim and snorkel with dolphins and other marine life! Snacks, live ukelele music, and a hula show included!
Set sail in search of spinner dolphins!
Swim with dolphins or enjoy them from the boat
Snorkel at one of Hawaii's best coral reefs
Enjoy the waterslide, kayaks, & SUPs
Turtle, Snorkel and Lunch (Honolulu)
Tour Length
3 Hours
Price
$149.00
Enjoy a 3hr narrated scenic wildlife tour and snorkel stop followed by cocktails and lunch. Transportation from Waikiki available.
Turtle or whale sightings guaranteed!
Panoramic views of the Waikiki coastline
Snorkel in the crystal-clear Pacific Ocean
Snorkel gear, drinks & lunch included
Morning Turtle Snorkel (Honolulu)
Tour Length
2 Hours
Price
$99.00
Start your day with a snorkel experience like no other. Enjoy the calm morning waves as you look for green sea turtles and other sea creatures!
Green sea turtles guaranteed!
Humpback whales sightings in winter
Enjoy the morning breeze on the Pacific
All snorkel gear is included
Hawaii Shark Encounters: Cage Dive
Tour Length
2 Hours
Price
$125.00
Jump into a protective diving cage floating in the clear blue Pacific Ocean and come face to face with 5-to-15-foot sharks. All divers welcome!
Experience being face-to-face with sharks!
Cage fitted with a window for safe viewing
Safe for you & for the sharks
All levels of experience welcome
Fireworks Dinner and Sunset Cruise (Waikiki)
Tour Length
2 Hours
Price
$192.50
Enjoy a Hawaiian sunset, a gourmet meal and the famous Friday Night Fireworks, from aboard a 65-foot luxury sailing catamaran.
Conveniently departs from Waikiki Beach
Enjoy a romantic sunset over Waikiki Bay
Watch the Friday Fireworks from the water
Relax and enjoy smooth sailing & great views!
Aloha Kai Luau at Sea Life Park
Tour Length
3.25
Price
$119.00
Experience Aloha Kai Luau, featuring an oceanfront venue, AYCE buffet, cultural activities, and an award-winning show. Transportation available.
Located in a beautiful, oceanfront setting
Imu Ceremony, hula lesson, and other activities
Live music & luau show with fire-knife dancing
Option to add Sea Life Park tickets
Toa Luau at Waimea Valley (North Shore)
Tour Length
3.5 Hours
Price
$115.00
Small-sized luau in Waimea Valley. Luau includes access to Waimea Falls, cultural activities, dinner, and a Polynesian show with fire-knife dancing.
See Waimea Valley & swim under a waterfall!
Friendly, intimate, and authentic atmosphere
Cultural activities, feast, & a luau show
Afternoon or Evening luaus
Rock-A-Hula (Upscale Luau Show)
Tour Length
3.25 Hours
Price
$139.00
Enjoy an upscale luau buffet followed by Waikiki's largest stage production – the iconic Rock-a-Hula show. All within walking distance of your hotel!
Waikiki’s iconic tribute artist show!
Featuring Hawaii's finest local performers
Upscale outdoor luau buffet with hula dancers
Within walking distance of most Waikiki hotels
Nutridge Luau (Waikiki area)
Tour Length
4 Hours
Price
$180.00
The Nutridge Estate hosts small, intimate, family-style luaus that are laid-back yet culturally focused. Transportation available.
Set on a picturesque ridge overlooking the city
Enriching & engaging cultural activities
Polynesian dancing & a fire-knife performance
Farm-to-Table luau feast
Ka Moana Luau at the Aloha Tower
Tour Length
2.25 Hours
Price
$129.00
Enjoy a night of live music and fun-for-all-ages cultural activities, plus a farm-to-table buffet, and a thrilling Polynesian show with fire-knife dancing!
Waterfront location in downtown Honolulu
Farm-to-table luau buffet dinner
Live Hawaiian music, cultural activities, & more!
Award-winning Polynesian show
Gateway Buffet Luau Package at PCC
Tour Length
8.5 Hours
Price
$149.00
Explore the Polynesian Cultural Center then enjoy a buffet dinner and an award-winning show. 3-day pass included. Transportation available.
Cultural activities, games, crafts, & more!
Gateway Buffet dinner with live Hawaiian music
Enjoy a performance of 'Ha: Breath of Life'
Take a canoe tour across the lagoon
Diamond Head Luau at the Waikiki Aquarium
Tour Length
3 Hours
Price
$175.00
Small waterfront luau with a unique dining format held at the Waikiki Aquarium. Get ready to try some new foods, mingle, and have a great time!
Premium buffet catered by a favorite local restaurant
Small luau with a fun & festive atmosphere
Oceanfront setting right in Waikiki
Live music, cultural activities, & a thrilling show!
Chief’s Luau at Wet’n’Wild (Kapolei)
Tour Length
3 Hours
Price
$177.00
Experience Hawaii’s top-rated luau featuring the legendary Chief Sielu and an extraordinary fire-knife performance. Transportation available.
Trip Advisor’s top-rated Hawaiian Luau
Cultural activities and an imu demonstration
AYCE Hawaiian luau buffet
Luau show with a spectacular fire-knife finale
Sunset Snorkel Cruise (West Oahu)
Tour Length
3.5 Hours
Price
$149.00
Cruise Oahu's west coast and experience world-class snorkeling. Then enjoy a buffet dinner, drinks, and a dazzling sunset. Transportation available.
Fully narrated scenic tour of Oahu's west coast
One-hour long snorkel stop
Hawaiian buffet dinner & cocktails
Transportation to/from Waikiki available
Luxury Sunset Dinner & Jazz Cruise (Honolulu)
Tour Length
3 Hours
Price
$229.00
Dine in style as you cruise along Oahu's southern coast. Enjoy a five-course meal and live music before ending the evening with a fireworks display!
Private dining from the top deck
Sweeping panoramic views of Waikiki
Five-course dinner featuring Maine lobster
Pier-side hula & live jazz music
Sunset Dinner Cruise & Luau Show (Honolulu)
Tour Length
3 Hours
Price
$189.00
Enjoy breathtaking views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the Honolulu skyline. A five-course meal, drinks, music, and a luau style show is included.
Two-hour scenic cruise on the Star of Honolulu
Stunning views of the Oahu shoreline
Decadent five-course dinner & drinks
Pier-side hula, live music, and luau show
Jurassic Zipline Adventure at Kualoa Ranch
Tour Length
2.5 Hours
Price
$189.00
Traverse the valley via seven ziplines, suspension bridges, and nature walks. Pass by filming locations and set pieces scattered around Kualoa Ranch.
Seven-line course at the beautiful Kualoa Ranch
Ziplines from 200 to 1,320 feet in length
See Jurassic Park filming locations
Soar over movie sites & props
Full Zipline at Coral Crater (West Oahu)
Tour Length
2 Hours
Price
$179.99
This signature 2-hour zipline tour will take you down 6 ziplines ranging from 300 to 900, reaching speeds up to 35 mph! Transportation available.
Soar down six lines fully guided
Reach speeds up to 35 mph!
All the latest safety equipment
First-timers welcome!
Full Zipline & ATV Package at Coral Crater
Tour Length
3 Hours
Price
$309.99
Zoom down six ziplines then take off on another adventure on side-by-side ATVs as you explore a custom technical course through a hardwood forest.
Zipline at speeds up to 25 mph
Soar through a six zipline course
Enjoy a one-hour side-by-side ATV tour
Friendly and professional guides
North Shore Zipline at Keana Farms
Tour Length
3 Hours
Price
$179.00
Enjoy a 3-hr guided zipline tour that includes Oahu's longest ziplines. Soar above farmland as you learn about Hawaii's rich history and culture.
Oahu's longest & tallest dual zipline
Incredible ocean views
Great ziplines for ALL ages
Enjoy an incredible walk through the forest
Ko Olina Tours
Ko Olina is one of Hawaii’s most popular family destinations, offering 642 acres of vacation and residential space on the leeward coast of Oahu. It is home to some incredible hotels, including Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa, the Beach Villas at Ko Olina, Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club, and The Four Seasons. In addition, Ko Olina offers resort condominiums and villa homes as well.
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