Top Oahu Half-day Tours

Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau with sunset coastal views at Paradise Cove. Enjoy a welcome Mai Tai and authentic Hawaiian fare, including fresh seafood, kalua pork, and tropical fruit during this 5.5-hour experience. Watch the sunset and enjoy entertainment from Hawaiian musicians, hula dancers, and fire twirlers. Three dining packages are available to customize your experience, and round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is available.

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.

Snorkel with green sea turtles in Oahu's Turtle Canyon on this 2- to 3-hour tour departing from Waikiki. Board a power catamaran and sail along the shore of Oahu towards the island's best place to spot the resident turtles. Turtle sightings are guaranteed; if a turtle is not sighted, you will be given a free second cruise. After snorkeling, enjoy lunch (if option selected ) and two provided drinks while you keep your eyes peeled for passing marine life like dolphins and migrating whales. Snorkel equipment and round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.

Sail on a catamaran down Oahu's western coast during this cruise from Ko Olina. Glide through the unspoiled waters on this side of the island in search of dolphins and whales, then dive in for a snorkeling experience in a hidden local spot rich with marine life. Enjoy a Hawaiian buffet, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, before heading back to shore. Choose from three daily departure times. Round-trip transportation from select Oahu hotels is included.

Spot schools of bright fish and other marine life on a half-day snorkeling adventure at Oahu’s Hanauma Bay. All snorkel gear is provided with your rental, along with the choice of morning departure times and hotel pickup and drop-off. Bring little ones to the inner reef to safely explore the colorful underwater world. For more advanced Hanauma Bay snorkeling, head to the outer reef.

Snorkel at two different Oahu reefs, with transportation between on a 53-foot (16-meter) catamaran in between during this half-day sailing and snorkeling excursion. Keep an eye out for dolphins and whales, sip provided cocktails, and refuel with a Hawaiian-style lunch. Pickup and drop-off available from select Waikiki hotels.

Fans of ‘Hawaii Five-0’ will love this tour of Oahu’s most memorable landmarks. Visit exclusive filming locations that conjure up images and episodes of the hit television show. Enjoy a personalized adventure around the island where the show is currently being filmed. See the Diamond Head lookout and the Hawaii Film and Sound stage, plus tour the McGarrett's House estate and enjoy a sit-down lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Immerse yourself in the beautiful nature found of Hawaii as you hike 2 miles to Manoa Falls in Oahu on this small-group excursion. Join a local hiking expert, and a group of no more than 12 guests, as you journey via the Manoa Trail on a moderate hike to the tallest accessible waterfall on the island, a location made famous as a film location for Steven Spielberg’s ‘The Lost World.’ This Oahu waterfall excursion also includes a backpack and hiking staff plus round-trip transport from Waikiki hotels.

Get a comprehensive overview of Oahu's landmarks and highlights on this circle island tour. Enjoy a small-group setting to ensure personal attention from your local guide while seeing over thirty local attractions. See the surf and sand at Waikiki Beach, taste some samples of Dole pineapples, learn about the history of Haleiwa town. Get the insider info about favorite local eateries and see filming locations for various movies and television shows. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.

On this exciting Oahu combo tour, start the day with a downhill bike ride with epic views of the coastline, before boarding a comfortable catamaran for a two-hour snorkeling adventure.  On this Oahu biking and sailing tour, all the necessary equipment is provided along with professional guides, as is round trip transportation and a deli-style lunch.

The Pearl Harbor National Memorial is one of O'ahu's top attractions and draws large crowds of visitors daily. Instead of waiting in the ticket line for hours, join this private tour that takes you directly there before continuing on to other Honolulu landmarks, including the Hawaii State Capitol and Iolani Palace.

Kayak with a master paddler from beautiful Kailua Beach to the volcanic Mokulua Islands in Kailua Bay. This 5-hour adventure takes you in a sit-on-top kayak through tranquil waters while you receive paddling tips and hear commentary from a trained naturalist. Learn about Hawaii's marine life and natural history, then have lunch on a sandy beach at Moku Nui. Here, you can hike, snorkel with green sea turtles, or play in the surf.

Learn about Hawaiian history and experience the beauty of Oahu on a half-day bike tour from Waikiki. Ride to Diamond Head Crater, hike to the top of the dormant volcano, get great photo ops, and have lunch at the base of Diamond Head. You'll see local landmarks like Doris Duke's mansion, hidden beaches, panoramic ocean vistas, and more. Includes bike rental, helmet, lunch, water/sports drink, and Hawaiian snacks.

On this Oahu volcanic rainforest hiking adventure, explore a lush native rain forest preserve offering sweeping views of O’ahu’s two parallel mountain ranges, where ancient lo’i (taro fields) and lush vegetation make up the terrain. Trek to a 200-foot (60-meter) waterfall that thunders its way down the valley, and listen as your local, knowledgeable guides explain its sacred past. After 1.5-hours of exploring the valley and weaving amidst its streams, you’ll feel like you’ve journeyed back in time to the days of 'old Hawaii.'

This Pearl Harbor tour departs from Waikiki and includes visits to both the USS Arizona Memorial and the USS Missouri battleship. Beforehand, you'll have the chance to learn about the Japanese attack at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, including its powerful documentary. The ride back to Waikiki takes you past Punchbowl (the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific) and the King Kamehameha statue.

Experience the wonder of Hanauma Bay, one of Oahu’s most-loved sights. The volcanic crater is a protected, marine-life conservation area with an amazing array of tropical fish and coral reefs. This tour takes the stress and hassle out of the experience, with organized transportation and snorkel gear. Because of the sight’s popularity, the parking lot often fills up halting entrance to the beach. Avoid missing out with this professional tour.

Oahu’s perfect beaches and jungle scenery are a photographer’s dream, but some of the best shots of the island are tucked away in secret spots, away from the crowds. Explore the island through the lens on a 5-hour, small-group, sunset photography tour from Waikiki with a local, photographer guide that includes hotel pickup and drop-off and the use of a tripod.

Spend the day immersed in small town Hawaii on an intimate tour of the North shore. See famous big wave surfing beaches, explore the quaint surfing village of Haleiwa town, and enjoy a traditional Hawaiian lunch. Take an easy hike to Waimea waterfalls and swim below the rushing water. Explore Waimea Valley botanical gardens and see the fragrant flowers used to make traditional lei. This tour is ideal for visitors wanting to see a slower pace side of the island.

Explore the Southern East Coast of Oahu, this unique part of the island is a photographer's dream come true, from stunning white sand beaches to jaw dropping lush green mountain peaks and lava formations it has everything Hawai'i has to offer. Receive a free photo session with purchase. Our tours are strictly private, we implement CDC guidelines through out the experience for safety while having fun, perfect for post Covid travel.

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 6 participants and includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Waikiki and Ko Olina.

If you’re looking for a unique, luxurious way to experience a Honolulu sunset, this Oahu sunset dinner and jazz cruise offers an unforgettable evening. While seated at a comfortable, private table, dine on seven different signature courses while sipping on super premium beverages, all while enjoying the smooth sounds of jazz as performed by live entertainment.  For an even more unique experience, book on a Friday and enjoy an extra hour to view the Friday aerial Fireworks show!

See all the sights of Oahu’s North Shore and let your private guide do the driving. Skip the crowded tour bus and see the incredible historical sights and beaches in comfort on this tour adventure. Your guide gives you insider insight into the region’s highlights as well as taking care of your needs, including water, snacks and breaks.

This sunrise photo tour ensures you'll leave the big island of Hawaii with the best pictures of iconic tropical sunrises around. Meet your friendly guide an journey to some of the top spots to catch epic images of the sun creeping up over the Pacific Ocean. It's a not-to-be-missed experience that's sure to be a memorable part of an Hawaii adventure.

Escape to the island of Oahu and learn the tips and techniques of professional photography on this guided, 5-hour, small-group  Sunrises photo tour from Waikiki. Learn about Oahu’s history while exploring several secret locales. This unique, in-depth photography workshop is suitable for all skill levels — from beginner to advanced — and offers participants an authentic island adventure and rare opportunity to experience an Oahu sunrise or sunset from a unique perspective. Bottled water, tripods, umbrellas (if needed) and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.