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Best of Hawaii for First-Timers

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Explore the best of Hawaii with must-see activities for first-timers! From the serene Kaneohe Bay with Captain Bob's Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ, to the thrilling Mauka Warriors Luau's fire dances on Oahu. Don't miss Maui's breathtaking Haleakala sunrise, the luxurious Road to Hana tour, and Big Island's unique Mauna Kea stargazing. Dive into Kauai's culture with Smith's Family Garden Luau or the adventurous mountain tubing. Perfect for those seeking a blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty.
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Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation-0
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Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation
4.40 (2074)
USD 189.00
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Relax and unwind with a 4-hour adventure to a secluded sandbar in breathtaking Kaneohe Bay!
Snorkel Kaneohe Bay's barrier reef, taste a delicious BBQ lunch, and play beach volleyball
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
4 - 6.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Area: Oahu
Popular : Recently booked 12 times!
Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch-0
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
4.90 (303)
USD 163.35
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Get ready for Kauai's most popular adventure for both kids and adults in Hawaii
Sells out fast! Advanced reservations are highly recommended so book now
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Kauai
Recently booked 6 times!
Star of Honolulu Waikiki Sunset Cruise - Steak and Lobster Dinner & Hula Show-0
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Star of Honolulu Waikiki Sunset Cruise - Steak and Lobster Dinner & Hula Show
4.30 (3411)
From USD 173.70
10% OFF
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Spend an evening on the Star of Honolulu on a sunset cruise with a 5-course steak & lobster dinner
Raise your glass with a champagne toast & two free drinks, and enjoy live jazz and a Polynesian show
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
3 - 5.5 hour(s)
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Area: Oahu
Recently booked 3 times!
Star of Honolulu Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise & Polynesian Show - Great Value!-0
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Star of Honolulu Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise & Polynesian Show - Great Value!
4.30 (3411)
From USD 115.20
10% OFF
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Enjoy a delightful sunset cruise and savor a delicious dinner buffet with roast beef carving station
Feel the spirit of Aloha and enjoy a welcome mai tai, Polynesian show, and a pier-side hula show
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
3 - 5.5 hour(s)
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Area: Oahu
Recently booked 5 times!
Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau with Open Bar - Voyagers of the Pacific Show-0
Oceanfront Royal Kona Luau with Open Bar - Voyagers of the Pacific Show
4.20 (121)
USD 177.59
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Feel the spirit of Aloha, and enjoy the best oceanfront luau experience at the Royal Kona Resort
Dine on a traditional Polynesian dinner buffet accompanied by an open bar with premium drinks
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Evening
3.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Fri Only, Wheelchair accessible
Area: Big Island
Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide-0
Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide
4.90 (72)
From USD 260.00
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Join a captivating Mauna Kea guided tour to explore the summit and watch a stunning sunset
Experience mesmerizing stargazing adventure with a high-powered telescope and laser pen!
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon
6.5 - 8 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Big Island
Recently booked 3 times!
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar-0
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
4.70 (305)
From USD 30.00
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Celebrate with the spirit of Aloha at Kauai's most popular family-owned and operated luau
Enjoy a live luau evening show complete with Hawaiian hula and a thrilling Samoan fire knife dance
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon / Evening
2 - 4.5 hour(s)
Weekdays Only, Wheelchair accessible
Area: Kauai
Star of Honolulu Luxury Sunset Cruise - Top Deck 5-Course Signature Dinner-0
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Star of Honolulu Luxury Sunset Cruise - Top Deck 5-Course Signature Dinner
4.30 (3411)
From USD 212.40
10% OFF
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Embark on a romantic fine dining sunset cruise aboard Star of Honolulu for a memorable experience!
Enjoy live jazz, a 5-course steak & lobster dinner, private seating, a champagne toast, and 2 drinks
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
3 - 5.5 hour(s)
Thu / Fri / Sat Only, Wheelchair accessible
Area: Oahu
Discover Lanai Day Trip from Maui, Hulopoe Bay Snorkeling & Sweetheart Rock-0
Discover Lanai Day Trip from Maui, Hulopoe Bay Snorkeling & Sweetheart Rock
4.80 (55)
USD 333.50
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Cruise from Maui to Lanai on a full-day adventure where you will experience the best of Lanai
Enjoy 2.5 hours on Lanai: snorkel, play volleyball, explore tide pools & walk to Sweetheart Rock
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
8 - 8.5 hour(s)
Weekdays Only
Area: Maui
Calypso Deluxe Molokini Crater & Turtle Town Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch-0
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Calypso Deluxe Molokini Crater & Turtle Town Snorkel Tour with Breakfast & Lunch
4.80 (5)
From USD 181.23
10% OFF
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Maui’s most fun Molokini snorkeling boat tour! Enjoy a 5.5 hour snorkel cruise
Step aboard a triple-decker catamaran featuring 2 waterslides, glass-bottom viewing room
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
6.5 hour(s)
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Area: Maui
Best of Kualoa Experience - Movie Sites, Jungle Expedition, Farm Tour & Lunch-0
Best of Kualoa Experience - Movie Sites, Jungle Expedition, Farm Tour & Lunch
4.50 (291)
From USD 173.30
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Book the ultimate Kuala Ranch value combo: Movie Sites Tour, Jungle Expedition & Kualoa Grown Tour
This incredible value combo tour includes a delicious BBQ buffet lunch
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
6.5 - 10.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Oahu
Hanauma Bay Self-Guided Snorkel Tour & Gear Rental with Hotel Transportation-0
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Hanauma Bay Self-Guided Snorkel Tour & Gear Rental with Hotel Transportation
4.40 (126)
From USD 55.23
6% OFF
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Visit Oahu's most popular snorkel destination and swim the beautiful protected waters of Hanauma Bay
Shuttle ride includes top quality snorkel equipment & round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
5.5 - 7.5 hour(s)
Sun / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Area: Oahu
Recently booked 3 times!
Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Kipu Ranch 3-Hour Trail Expedition-0
Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Kipu Ranch 3-Hour Trail Expedition
4.90 (50)
From USD 211.90
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Join Kipu Ranch on a 3-hour ATV adventure. Visit a private waterfall - Explore, Play and Swim!
Ride a new Kawasaki TERYX4 (2-4 seats) or a MulePro-FXT (5-6 seats). Listed price is per group
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri Only
Area: Kauai
Mauka Warriors Luau - Hawaii's Best Thrilling Fire Knife Dance & Polynesian Show-0
Mauka Warriors Luau - Hawaii's Best Thrilling Fire Knife Dance & Polynesian Show
4.70 (31)
From USD 145.55
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Experience an authentic Hawaiian luau experience as you step into the world of Polynesian culture
This fun luau features a tasty dinner, amazing performances, and the best fire knife show on Oahu
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon / Evening
4 - 6.5 hour(s)
Sun / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri Only, Wheelchair accessible
Area: Oahu
West Maui & Molokai Helicopter Tour with Doors-off & Oceanfront Landing Upgrades-0
West Maui & Molokai Helicopter Tour with Doors-off & Oceanfront Landing Upgrades
4.80 (31)
From USD 320.00
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Take flight on top Maui helicopter tours with multiple options that range from 45 to 75 minutes
Upgrade your flight with an oceanfront landing, or fly with the doors off for a thrill of a lifetime
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
1.5 - 2 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Maui
Na Pali Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Kauai Sea Tours Lucky Lady Catamaran-0
Na Pali Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Kauai Sea Tours Lucky Lady Catamaran
5.00 (7)
USD 233.73
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Join an unforgettable 5.5-hour Kauai snorkeling morning adventure along the famous Na Pali Coast
Includes a continental breakfast, delicious deli lunch, and a variety of drinks like mai tais & more
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
6.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Kauai
Skyline Classic Haleakala National Park Sunrise Guided Tour with Breakfast-0
Skyline Classic Haleakala National Park Sunrise Guided Tour with Breakfast
4.30 (7)
USD 219.84
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Embark o a guided sightseeing tour and witness the breathtaking sunrise from the summit of Haleakala
Includes a delicious full breakfast at Cafe O'Lei. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Late-Night
8 - 11 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Maui
Road to Hana Luxury Tour with 2 Swim Stops, Black Sand Beach, Waterfalls & Lunch-0
Road to Hana Luxury Tour with 2 Swim Stops, Black Sand Beach, Waterfalls & Lunch
5.00 (8)
From USD 317.49
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Sit back in luxurious comfort as your expert guide takes you along the full Road to Hana
Enjoy a delicious light breakfast, hot picnic lunch, and souvenir backpack filled with amenities
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
9 - 10.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Thu / Fri Only
Area: Maui
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise-0
Kona Manta Ray Snorkel & Night Dive Tour at Keauhou Bay - Sea Paradise
4.40 (139)
USD 141.03
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Join Sea Paradise on a 2-hour night snorkel tour and swim with giant mantas at Manta Ray Village
If you don't see mantas, come back again for free! Includes light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Evening
1.5 - 2.5 hour(s)
Daily
Area: Big Island

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Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Ocean Sports Adventure with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Music
From USD 99.61
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Old Lahaina Luau - Maui's Most Authentic Hawaiian Luau Dinner & Show
USD 230.37
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Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation
USD 189.00
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2-Hour Jurassic Valley Kualoa Ranch ATV Raptor Adventure Tour - Most Popular!
From USD 162.79
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
USD 163.35
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Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation
From USD 168.00
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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
USD 163.45
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Dolphin Quest Hawaii - Dolphin Swim & Encounter at Hilton Waikoloa Village
From USD 240.84
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Legends of Hawaii Luau Dinner Show with Open Bar at Hilton Waikoloa Village
From USD 225.13
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Lanai Island Guided 4x4 SUV Sightseeing Trekker Tour with Maui to Lanai Ferry
USD 276.44
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Star of Honolulu Waikiki Sunset Cruise - Steak and Lobster Dinner & Hula Show
From USD 173.70
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Maui All Stars Stargazing Tour & Haleakala National Park Sunset Experience
From USD 235.00
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Star of Honolulu Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise & Polynesian Show - Great Value!
From USD 115.20
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Hilton Waikiki Starlight Luau with Fire Dancers, Hula Show & Dinner Buffet
From USD 193.72
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Waikiki Snorkel with Turtles Cruise with Beers & Cocktails - Ke Kai Catamaran
USD 67.43
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Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Sail with Open Bar Included - Holokai Catamaran
USD 84.77
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Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
From USD 150.00
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
USD 35.00
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Waipio Shuttle - An Exceptional Guided Sightseeing Tour of Waipio Valley
USD 75.39
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Na Lei Aloha Waikiki Luau - Authentic Hula Show & Dinner at The Buffet at Hyatt
From USD 82.93
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Latest reviews of Best of Hawaii for First-Timers

Discover Lanai Day Trip from Maui, Hulopoe Bay Snorkeling & Sweetheart Rock

Magical Lanai

2025/05/17 Couples Johnnyboy

The Highlight of our Maui vacation, The crew was outstanding which made it even more fun our lunch was delicious ,I definitely will do it again.

Hanauma Bay Self-Guided Snorkel Tour & Gear Rental with Hotel Transportation

Beautiful day snorkeling

2025/05/11 Solo Travelers K & J

Hanauma Bay is still a beautiful place to visit! The reef is home to such a beautiful variety of colorful fish, sea urchins, & coral. A must see for anyone visiting Oahu!

Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Meal, Transportation & Guide

Had a great time

2025/05/07 Families Kara

As older folks we were nervous about elevation, but this tour makes sure your comfortable and taken care of.

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Thrilling

2025/05/07 Couples Kara

Most unique and memorable experiences we had during our time on Kauai! From start to finish

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

What a day

2025/05/07 Friends Kara

Not only do you get mountain tubing, you get a little forest AWD ride beforehand that is incredible on its own. This is well worth it in so many ways!

Star of Honolulu Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise & Polynesian Show - Great Value!

Fun but crowded

2025/05/07 Friends Kara

Lots of people on the boat, very busy but the team works very hard!

Best of Hawaii for First-Timers (Best Things to Do in Hawaii), Hawaii tours & activities, fun things to do in Hawaii | HawaiiActivities.com
Explore the best of Hawaii with must-see activities for first-timers! From the serene Kaneohe Bay with Captain Bob's Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ, to the thrilling Mauka Warriors Luau's fire dances on Oahu. Don't miss Maui's breathtaking Haleakala sunrise, the luxurious Road to Hana tour, and Big Island's unique Mauna Kea stargazing. Dive into Kauai's culture with Smith's Family Garden Luau or the adventurous mountain tubing. Perfect for those seeking a blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty.