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15 Best Guided Tours On Oahu

Oahu’s best days out.

The 15 most popular guided tours on Oahu right now. The ones worth putting on the itinerary, with what each costs, how long it runs and who you book with.

15 Best Guided Tours On Oahu

Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure - Snorkeling Setup: Gear, the Secured Raft, and Crew Guidance
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Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

1.Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

Waikīkī turtle snorkeling and sailing from Kewalo Harbor. Gear, lifeguards, and a raft for kids, spot sea turtles, then sail back.

Most Popular 4.5

“The three girls in charge of the tour were amazing. They were so patient with our son who was a little apprehensive. We highly recommend this for a family, friendly, very personalized tour. The boat was very clean and spacious. They provided all the equipment besides our towels we bought from our hotel. Highly recommend…”

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Honolulu: Oahu Island Full-Day Guided Tour by Bus with Lunch - Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout and the Kamehameha I story in the wind
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Honolulu: Oahu Island Full-Day Guided Tour by Bus with Lunch

Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu - Paddling Kailua Bay: Ko’olau Views, Clear Instruction, and Turtle Watch
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Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu

Chief's Official Pearl Harbor Self-Guided Multimedia Tour - Visitor Center Prep: Bags, Parking, and Getting Tickets
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Chief’s Official Pearl Harbor Self-Guided Multimedia Tour

4.Chief’s Official Pearl Harbor Self-Guided Multimedia Tour

Self-guided Pearl Harbor audio tour with official multimedia map and earphones. See the USS Arizona Memorial area at your pace.

4.0

“Emotional, inspiring, educational. We liked the freedom of the self-guided tour. It gave us the chance to experience something together, but also individually as my children are grown adults. Eternally grateful for the experience and for Jamie Lee Curtis’s comforting voice and genuine appreciation for what Pearl Harbor means for all of us! Thank you!”

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Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu - The Kayaks Go to the Beach by Carts (A Small Effort With a Big Payoff)
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Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu

5.Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu

Paddle to Oahu’s Twin Islands for an eco tour, tide pools, Queen’s Bath, snorkeling, and lunch, with small-group naturalist guidance.

5.0

“Austin was our guide and took us on an adventure of a life time!! He was a great kayak leader, so much knowledge of the islands, and bonus, we saw not one but two endangered monk seals!! Even the teenage kids had a good time - and they’re hard to impress!”

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Kaneohe: Kualoa Ranch Guided UTV Tour - The guide matters: safety, pace, and the stories that make it feel personal
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Kaneohe: Kualoa Ranch Guided UTV Tour

Self Guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall - Getting picked up around Waikiki (and cruise terminals)
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Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

Guided Snorkel Tour for Beginners in Honolulu - Shore-based reef snorkeling with 20+ fish you can actually spot
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Guided Snorkel Tour for Beginners in Honolulu

8.Guided Snorkel Tour for Beginners in Honolulu

Beginner snorkel lesson in Honolulu with a small group, provided gear, and videos sent to your phone after. 1.5 hours, $59.

5.0

“OMG this experience was AMAZING and honestly worth way more than what I paid. I first thought it was a scam because it was so affordable — but WOW, it exceeded all expectations. Daniel was an incredible instructor, constantly checking in and making sure I felt safe and comfortable the whole time. He took photos…”

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Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu - Entering the water: the part that decides whether you’ll love it
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Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu

9.Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu

Self-guided kayak day in Kailua, Oahu with snorkel gear, Mokulua Island landings, and free bikes to Lanikai Beach.

5.0

“Great experience. The self guided tour came with a water bag, snorkeling gear (which my husband loved because it was prescription googles). It was a great weather. Wish we had gone early to ride bikes. But it was a great experience. Staff was nice and friendly.”

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Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike - The trail reality: uneven rocks, stairs, and a gentle-but-real climb
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Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

10.Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

Self-guided hike to Manoa Falls from Waikiki with shuttle, water, bug spray, and a walking stick for muddy rainforest terrain.

4.5

“Matthew was a great guide. We were provided with a walking stick, water, and bug spray. We needed all of it. This is a steep inclined trail with wet rocks and loose pebbles. The waterfall was worth it though.”

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Oahu: Circle Island Top Sights Full-Day Tour w/ Local Guide - Waikiki pickup, air-conditioned comfort, and guide-led storytelling
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Oahu: Circle Island Top Sights Full-Day Tour w/ Local Guide

Diamond Head Official Self-Guided Narrated Audio Tour - Entering at the Diamond Head Visitor Center: Start Smart
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Diamond Head Official Self-Guided Narrated Audio Tour

12.Diamond Head Official Self-Guided Narrated Audio Tour

Hike Diamond Head with an official self-guided audio tour. Get narration, map, and earphones, but you must book park entry and parking separately.

3.0

“We were headed up to Diamond head and heard we needed tickets for entry. We thought this was it- it was not. You buy Diamond head tickets right from their site. We are going back but this tour was worthless because we couldn’t get I . I know it was part my error for not…”

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Full-Day Guided Private Tour - 9:00 am pickup and a comfortable ride (that matters on a long day)
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Full-Day Guided Private Tour

13.Full-Day Guided Private Tour

Private Oahu day with coffee farms, Haleiwa, sea turtle snorkeling, Kualoa movie mountains, and Dole treats, all for up to 13.

5.0

“We had a great time, thanks Kelly for showing us the local sites. We are planning to go back and revisit some sites so we can have more time. Without your tour we wouldn’t have found half of the sites to see. We look forward to using Hi5 again.”

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Oahu Guided Circle Island Tour, Swim w/ Turtles, Dole, Blowhole - Morning in Waikiki: pickup, road trip rhythm, and the vibe check
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Oahu Guided Circle Island Tour, Swim w/ Turtles, Dole, Blowhole

14.Oahu Guided Circle Island Tour, Swim w/ Turtles, Dole, Blowhole

Oahu in one day: Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, North Shore shrimp and fruit, wild green turtles, and a Dole Plantation finish.

4.5

“We really enjoyed seeing along the coastline without having to drive ourselves. Our driver Derrick was very nice and informative. He even played the Jurassic Park theme as we were passing Kuoala Ranch! This Of course my favorite was seeing the turtles, even if they were just swimming. This tour is also a good way…”

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Hanauma Bay Guided Snorkeling Tour with Transportation - What’s included in the snorkel kit (and what you’ll pay extra)
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Hanauma Bay Guided Snorkeling Tour with Transportation

15.Hanauma Bay Guided Snorkeling Tour with Transportation

Guided snorkeling at Hanauma Bay with Waikiki transportation, small group coaching, gear included, and downloadable photos, plus an extra entry fee.

5.0

“Our guide Fumio was hard to understand and was terrible at explaining what we were about to and how to do it. She was a very competent snorkler but a terrible teacher.”

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