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Star of Honolulu Whale Watching Cruise with Banana Bread & Coffee | 2-Hour Morning Tour [Jan-Mar]

Love Star of Honolulu!

Reviewed by: Deb

We went on a morning whale watching cruise! Enjoyed our morning mai tai! We have gone on this several times… Always enjoy the Star of Honolulu whale watching cruise! The staff is very informative! Would recommend to anyone!

  • Saw several whales!

  • Diamond Head from the boat!

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Packages: 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/19
Activity Date: 2022/01/25

Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour - Visit TV Shows & Hollywood Filming Locations

Love the theatrical history!

Reviewed by: Deb

Enjoyed the history of some of the movie and television sets and the beauty of the area. Our tour guide was informative and funny! I would recommend to anyone!

  • Cool history to this log!

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Packages: 90-minute Hollywood Movie Sites & Ranch Tour (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/19
Activity Date: 2022/01/27

Star of Honolulu Whale Watching Cruise with Banana Bread & Coffee | 2-Hour Morning Tour [Jan-Mar]

Great experience

Reviewed by: Don M

Loved the dialogue on whales throughout the trip. Saw lots of whale activity. Crew very attentive to our needs.

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Packages: 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/19
Activity Date: 2022/01/25

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

A Favorite

Reviewed by: Chris

Kayaking Kaneohe Bay and snorkeling along the various reefs was one of our favorite things from our stay on Oahu. Staff was friendly, patient, and helpful. Gave us some good tips of where to go and what to see in the bay. We would definitely do this again.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Chris! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave such an awesome and positive review for us. We really appreciate that. Stoked to hear it sounds like you had a great experience. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo for supporting He'eia State Park and Kama'aina Kids!

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/19
Activity Date: 2022/02/15

Hawaiian Parasailing Tour & Adventure from Waikiki Beach [800ft & 1000ft Lines]

Hawaiian parasailing

Reviewed by: Patrick Nelson

Rain started as soon as we left the dock but the captain was amazing under the circumstances. He found a spot where weather wasn’t an issue and everybody had a great time!

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Packages: Super Flight: 1000ft Line
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/02/19
Activity Date: 2022/02/15

Hans Hedemann Waikiki Surfing Lessons - Honolulu's Best Surf School

Surfing group lessons

Reviewed by: Fummy

My kids loved it and the instructors were great for both my son and my teenagers
It was a good skill for them to have learnt and they enjoyed every bit of it

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Packages: Group Lesson (2 hours)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/02/18
Activity Date: 2022/02/16

Hans Hedemann Waikiki Surfing Lessons - Honolulu's Best Surf School

Surfing

Reviewed by: Fummy

My child loved every bit of the class and he wants to learn more. He enjoyed every bit of it and the pictures and videos were great. This was fantastic

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Packages: Private Lesson (2 Hours)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2022/02/18
Activity Date: 2022/02/16

Hawaii Jet Ski Ride Adventure at Maunalua Bay - H2O Sports

Jetski

Reviewed by: Fummy

Loved every bit of the jetski ride. It was fun. The instructors were very good at the instructions. I enjoyed it all the way and would love to go on the ride again. Loved they could capture the event as well. It's a time to remember.

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Packages: Solo Ride
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2022/02/17
Activity Date: 2022/02/15

Waikiki Guided Beach Snorkeling Tour for Beginners with FREE Photos & Videos

Great for beginners!

Reviewed by: Antara

It was a great lesson in snorkeling! Teacher was very patient and helpful! Would recommend to any newbies wanting to do some snorkeling.

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Packages: Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/02/17
Activity Date: 2022/02/14

2-Hour Afternoon West Oahu Whale Watching Tour - Hawaii Nautical [Dec-Mar]

It was awesome!

Reviewed by: Aki & Matt

Twenty minutes after leaving Waianae harbor, my husband spotted a whale spout first. After that several pairs of whales were spotted during the 2 hour tour.
We were so excited when one appeared at a distance of about 20 yards (whale came up to the boat) Also we watched a whale with a baby, and the baby appeared to wave to us hitting the surface of the water several times with a pectoral fin awhile looking at us.
The waves weren't so strong on that day, so even I, who get seasick, could spend the day out to sea without any problems. I was relieved that there is a restroom on board.
We relaxed sitting back enjoyed the whales and good drinks with snacks . We really had a great time.
The captain and the three staff members always took care to make us feel comfortable. The boat appears and sounds to be in good working order. We felt safe on it.
Thank you, CPT Dave, Quin, Aaron, and braeden!

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Packages: Buy One, Get One FREE! Afternoon Whale Watch Sail
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/17
Activity Date: 2022/02/13

Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise – 5-Course Steak & Lobster Menu, Polynesian Show & Live Music

Star of Honolulu sunset dinner.

Reviewed by: Pon

Our family had a wonderful time with dinner. We participated at the end of the dinner entertainment and it was fun.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/02/17
Activity Date: 2022/02/15

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour & BBQ Lunch with Waikiki Pickup

Perfect package!

Reviewed by: Happy Tourist!

This was an especially fun day with the crew we were assigned. They encouraged us to play volleyball at the sandbar which was super fun even though I was one of the weak links and a reluctant player. I am so glad they promoted this activity and included everyone who was willing to join in.

We saw so many turtles of all sizes from small to very large. They were up close and amazing. This was one of the highlights of our entire trip to Hawaii. We also snorkeled at one of the reefs. Although the snorkeling wasn't the best, we found that was true at all our attempts at snorkeling on Oahu on this trip. We did see some schools of fish and it was fun getting into the water and searching.

The food was great and the people and crew made the whole day special and memorable. I will do this tour again if I ever return to Oahu! I highly recommend this tour.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/02/16
Activity Date: 2022/02/09

Ko Olina Zipline Adventure at Coral Crater Adventure Park on Oahu - Six & Three Line Courses

Zipline

Reviewed by: Pon

Zip line was fun and we all wanted to do more. Next time we'll do the full line.

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Packages: 3-Line Zipline Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/02/16
Activity Date: 2022/02/14

Parasail Hawaii Tour & Jet Ski Ride Watersports Adventure Combo at Maunalua Bay

Jet skis and parasailing

Reviewed by: Jamie

The crew was amazing to deal with, first timers for us and can’t wait to return to do again

Reply from activity provider

Mahalo! We have the best staff on the planet! Thank you for joining H2O Sports!

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Packages: Standard Parasail [600ft] + Tandem Jet Ski Ride
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/16
Activity Date: 2022/02/14

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

FIRST TIME IN HAWAII

Reviewed by: Josephine Carrera

I really enjoyed this amazing Luau, my first time here and the the workers that served the food and drinks, made the Aloha in Hawaii so meaningful, The bus driver and the girl that were in bus#2, were also great, they brought the Ohana out in everyone, Mahalo to the Chief and all the dancers in the show without each of you it wouldn’t have worked out , I want to say Mahalo Hawaii, for such a blessed vacay, and to anyone that reads this, believe me best show ever, money well spent.

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Packages: Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2022/02/16
Activity Date: 2022/02/14

Hawaiian Parasailing Tour & Adventure from Waikiki Beach [800ft & 1000ft Lines]

Amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Alexa

So much fun! The workers were super efficient, entertaining and safe! This is a must do activity when visiting Hawaii even if you’ve parasailed before!

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Packages: Deluxe Flight: 800ft Line
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/16
Activity Date: 2022/02/14

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Such great hospitality and the vibe they set was amazing!!!!!!

Reviewed by: Calvin Perez Duenas

Such great hospitality and the vibe they set was so fun. I recommend this 1000x’s to everyone and can’t wait to book another reservation!!!!!

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/02/15
Activity Date: 2022/02/12

2-Hour Jurassic Valley Kualoa Ranch ATV Raptor Adventure Tour - Most Popular!

So much fun!

Reviewed by: Jake

Worth every penny!!!! I want to go back and do it again!!

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Packages: 2-hour ATV Tour [Morning Package]
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/02/15
Activity Date: 2022/01/18

Waikiki Submarine Tour - Descend to 100ft, See Shipwrecks & Sunken Airplanes

Excellent cruise

Reviewed by: Funmi

Very good. The lady instrucror was very good n friendly. I am African n we use alot of proverbs i like the fact she spoke in a lot of proverbs which makes me remember home. Loves the artifical ruins for the fishes. Welldone the crew very professional

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Funmi !
Mahalo for your amazing review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring with us and will be sure to share your review with our crew as I’m sure it will put a smile on their faces! We love hearing feedback from our guests and are thrilled to know you had a fantastic submarine adventure!

We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future aboard one of our submarines and/or the Majestic by Atlantis Cruises for another Atlantis adventure; an underwater journey, sunset cruise, or seasonal whale watch cruise.

Feel free to follow us on social media at #atlantishawaii.

A hui hou (until next time).

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Packages: Premium Submarine Tour (Larger Window)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/02/15
Activity Date: 2022/02/13

2-Hour Jurassic Valley Kualoa Ranch ATV Raptor Adventure Tour - Most Popular!

Great adventures!

Reviewed by: Mullet and Panda

It was a great atv tour, the guides were awesome and the nature of the island is beautiful!

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Packages: 2-hour ATV Tour [Morning Package]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/15
Activity Date: 2022/02/04

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Good fun and even better hospitality

Reviewed by: Gupta’s -New Jersey

You may find a lot of tour to the sandbar but none compares to these guys. They are fun, customer-oriented, careful and outgoing, all at the same time. You are taken care of right from the moment you checkin with them at the harbour till they drop you back. They have plenty of lifeguards, people helping you in the water, teaching you kayaking/paddle boating/snorkelling/banana boating etc.
BONUS: great donuts and live music. A MUST DO IN OAHU.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/14
Activity Date: 2022/02/12

Step Inside McGarrett’s House on Oahu - Exclusive Access Hawaii Five-0 Tour & Meet Cousin Flippa

Hawaii five-0

Reviewed by: Robert & Mary Ann

If you are a Hawaii Five-0 fan- you must take this Tour. Sean was a superb Guide- a real professional. Flippa’s appearance made it a lot of extra fun. All around- It was the best tour I have ever taken.

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Packages: Lunch at McGarrett's
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/14
Activity Date: 2022/01/17

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Would book again

Reviewed by: sdjulee

Had such a great time. Staffs were all friendly and made it safe. Staffs made sure nobody venture too far or away from sandbar. I felt safe for a non swimmer doing the water activities. Music was great as well.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/14
Activity Date: 2022/02/12

North Shore Shark Adventures - Oahu Cage Diving Tour with Waikiki Transportation

lovely experience

Reviewed by: Funmi

Lovely experience. Staff were on time and took cautions. Gave the rules and were professional. Saw so many sharks. Overall, it was a good experience. My children loved it

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Packages: Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/02/14
Activity Date: 2022/02/12

Star of Honolulu Whale Watching Cruise with Banana Bread & Coffee | 2-Hour Morning Tour [Jan-Mar]

Awesome Experience

Reviewed by: Lin

We had such a great time on the whale watching cruise and saw two whales multiple times! The crew was great and very informative! This was an awesome experience and we highly recommend it!

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Packages: 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/14
Activity Date: 2022/02/12

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Awesome time at the sandbar!

Reviewed by: Paige

The staff was friendly and great. The live music was awesome. Would definitely do this again.

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/14
Activity Date: 2022/02/12

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Chief’s Luau

Reviewed by: ERS

Amazing and wonderful experience. Worth to attend . Our 4 years old daughter also enjoyed a lot. Excellent ambience.

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Packages: Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/02/14
Activity Date: 2022/01/23

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

Fantastic Day on the North Shore

Reviewed by: Mark T.

The tour of the North Shore was a wonderful way to see this iconic area. Our guide, Kevin, was a wealth of knowledge as he was born and raised in the area. We stopped at several locations to allow for sightseeing, shopping, eating and various activities. It was a day well spent.

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/02/13
Activity Date: 2022/02/09

Oahu Lei Greeting Service at Honolulu Airport - Hawaiian Floral Necklace & More

Lovely

Reviewed by: Funmi

Lovely to see the Lei greeter waiting for us. Lovely experience

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Packages: Classic Orchid Lei
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/02/13
Activity Date: 2022/02/11

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Sandbar!!

Reviewed by: Marquria McMillian

We had an amazing time. Staff was very courteous and friendly, provided instructions on all activities and ensured we had a great time!

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Packages: Afternoon All-Inclusive Tour w/ Lunch, Banana Boat & Bumper Tube
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/02/12
Activity Date: 2022/01/22
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