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

Amazing Time for the ENTIRE family!!

Had a totally amazing afternoon at Coral Crater!! We are a family of six and zip lined for the first time for most of us. Let me tell you Celest and Kalewa were great hosts and on all 6 lines. What was most amazing was that we have a special needs daughter who ziplined as well and Nessa stayed to help her on each line. The three of them were completely amazing!! The place itself was so cool with all sorts of wildlife around. I would highly recommend it to anyone and ask for Celest, Kalewa, and Nessa to ensure you get the full experience.

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Packages:	6-Line Zipline Adventure
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2022/03/24
Activity Date:	2022/03/22

Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure

Something Different

Reviewed by: Todd C.

What a great way to do something different on Oahu.
Horseback riding is also available, but we chose the UTV tour of this ranch, as we are UTV people.
Got to explore this 1000 acre ranch near the North Shore.
Picked fresh fruit, fed cows, had a nice brown bag lunch on top of the hill, with outstanding views below of the ranch, to the ocean.
Go slow, or rip through the ranch, you choose.
Super fun way to do non-beach activities and absolutely loved it!
Would visit again.

Horses
View from lunch stop
Feeding cows

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Packages:	90-min Off-Road Tour with Picnic Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/23
Activity Date:	2022/03/17

Parasailing in Waikiki with Hawaiian Parasail - Diamond Head Views with Triple & Tandem Flights

A must do in Waikiki

Reviewed by: Todd C.

Super easy to get there and enjoy this activity.
A must do at any beach resort, but the view of Diamondhead and Waikiki was so cool!
Captain and 1st mate made the cperience easy, safe and fun.
Memories made!

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Packages:	Deluxe Flight: 800ft Line
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/23
Activity Date:	2022/03/16

2-Hour Moana Sailing Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Drink Included

good, peaceful sunset cruise

Reviewed by: name not displayed

Positives:
- friendly crew
- large boat
- BYOB
- boat was not crowded on the night that I went (only about 10 passengers total on a Thursday night)
- good areas to sit around boat and up front on nets

Negatives:
- beware that many sunsets on many nights are occluded by clouds (the company obviously can't control this)

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/03/21
Activity Date:	2022/03/17

Best of Kualoa Full Day Package - Hollywood Movie Sites Tour, Jungle Expedition, Farm Tour & Lunch

Guides and Rides

Reviewed by: Coats Family

This 3-experience tour takes all day and lunch is provided! The tour guide/drivers were hilarious, and the rides were jumping! Saw all that was advertised and more. I don't suggest it for young kids, all three experiences might be too much!

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Packages:	Best of Kualoa Combo - Movie Tour, Jungle Tour, Farm Tour & Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/21
Activity Date:	2022/03/13

Parasailing in Waikiki with Hawaiian Parasail - Diamond Head Views with Triple & Tandem Flights

My favorite part of our trip

Reviewed by: Kareena

The captain and crew were fantastic. If I return to the island I'll go again.

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Packages:	Super Flight: 1000ft Line
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/21
Activity Date:	2022/03/18

2.5-Hour Haleiwa ATV Tour & Off-Road Small-Group Adventure - Top Rated!

Best Time - a North Shore Must Do!

Reviewed by: Kelsee L

We had the absolute best time on our tour. Guides were super fun and really knowledgeable about hawaii, the history, local fun facts and recommendations, an all around amazing experience. Would highly recommend this to anyone and would love to even go again our next time I’m Oahu!

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Packages:	North Shore ATV Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/03/19
Activity Date:	2022/02/24

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

We had a great time!

Reviewed by: cswan

Liz was our instructor/guide and she was awesome! She made sure that we were comfortable in water all the time. She helped us see fish and shells. She took great videos for us to take home. Also, she found a sea urchin skeleton for my son to take home as a souvenir! Thank you so much, Liz! We had a great time! :)

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Packages:	Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/19
Activity Date:	2022/03/07

1-Hour Hawaii Glass Bottom Boat Tour - Waikiki Morning & Afternoon Marine Life Cruise

Lots of fish

Reviewed by: Rbj

We had a very enjoyable trip near Waikiki to view fish and turtles. Our captain and guide were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They knew where to take us to look at the animals. They provided lots of information about the fish as well as the area near which they were found. They were also very helpful with taking pictures with great backgrounds. The timing was just about right--not too long bringing on boredom in younger patrons, and not too short with no opportunities to actually see the animals in their natural habitat. It was a good experience for our entire group.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/18
Activity Date:	2022/03/16

Dolphin Quest Oahu - Family-Friendly Dolphin Swim Experiences at the Kahala Hotel & Resort

Made my Hawaii trip

Reviewed by: Kara

Thank you Dolphin quest!!My favorite sea animal and it was awesome to get lose and personal with them!

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Packages:	25-min Dolphin Encounter
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/18
Activity Date:	2022/03/16

Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]

Amazing Luau Experience!

Reviewed by: Valerie

This luau is an absolute MUST! Everyone was so welcoming and put on the best show! You have a chance to learn about Hawaiian culture and the comedy intertwined into the performances kept us rolling with laughter. The whole family helps with the performance and you can absolutely tell that they love what they do. It was the most fun that we had here in Hawaii! The food was delicious, as well! Highly recommend!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha and mahalo to you! to say we are an "absolute must" is indeed heart-warming. Please be assured that we will keep your kind words to heart to be able to always be at our best during the luau - we are sooo thrilled to have had you as a guest and we are hoping to see you again when you're back. We couldn't be any more thankful to you for your review. Mahalo, we really really hope to see you again! ^__^

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Packages:	[5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/03/18
Activity Date:	2022/03/16

Kualoa Ranch Private Beach at Secret Island - Kayak, SUP, Volleyball & More

Secret island trip

Reviewed by: Din

It was so much fun with just a little glitch (they didn’t tell us our lunch was there and we have been waiting). But it was a great experience!

Thank you to all the staff who looked after everyone’s safety!

Mahalo!!

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Packages:	Kualoa Secret Island Full Day Tour with Picnic Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/16
Activity Date:	2022/03/13

Parasailing in Waikiki with Hawaiian Parasail - Diamond Head Views with Triple & Tandem Flights

Amazing

Reviewed by: Kara

Such a fun experiece seeing the crystal clear Waikiki waters from above!

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Packages:	Deluxe Flight: 800ft Line
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2022/03/15
Activity Date:	2022/03/14

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

Wonderful

Reviewed by: Ann

My family had a great time and service was excellent and workers are very friendly.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Ann! Thank you for sharing your experience. We're so happy to hear you and your family enjoyed your submarine adventure with us! We'll be sure to share your kind words with our crew! We hope to welcome you and your family aboard again soon. Mahalo!

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Packages:	Premium Submarine Tour (Larger Window)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/15
Activity Date:	2022/03/13

2.5-Hour Haleiwa ATV Tour & Off-Road Small-Group Adventure - Top Rated!

great tour lots of fun

Reviewed by: Ryan

we had so much fun and the view was so great on the tour. ATV’s were very easy and fun to drive, tour guide made everything easy and gave lot of fun info. We would definitely recommend it to anyone!

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Packages:	North Shore ATV Adventure
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/03/15
Activity Date:	2022/03/11

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Yes! SO much fun!!!

Reviewed by: Brande

I went on the outrigger tour with my boyfriend and my 74 year old Mom. The guys were VERY kind, helped her in and out of the outrigger and we all had a BLAST!!! We had SO much fun we even paid the pretty expensive price for the thumb drive full of digital pics because we totally had to see it all! We'll never forget this adventure!!

Reply from activity provider

Mahalo for your generous 5-star rating and nice review! We are glad to hear you had a wonderful time, and to know our staff were helpful. We look forward to seeing your ohana again soon!

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Packages:	Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/14
Activity Date:	2022/02/12

Oahu North Shore Beach Horseback Riding Experience - Daytime Tours

A wonderful experience. The beach was beautiful and the trail guides were experienced I highly recommend this.

Reviewed by: Vonda

A wonderful experience. The beach was beautiful and the trail guides were experienced I highly recommend this. For any level rider horses were easy enough for a child. I would recommend early morning and leaving an hour before due to traffic.

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Packages:	Standard Daytime Horseback Rides
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2022/03/14
Activity Date:	2022/03/12

CLIMB Works Keana Farms - Oahu Zipline Tour with 8 Lines, ATV Ride, Rappel, Skybridge Course

Always Honest Review

Reviewed by: Sharon and family

This was a great way to celebrate my Birthday!! Really great way to spend any morning on Hawaii! The view and the fun was amazing! We would HIGHLY recommend. Our guides were some of the best of the best. These three elevated the experience to the very top! I would recommend this activity to everyone!

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Packages:	Zipline Adventure
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/13
Activity Date:	2022/02/21

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

Always Honest Review

Reviewed by: Sharon and family

This was a great experience. It was wonderful to be educated about all the ocean conservation and the coral life that is being done. Was also nice at the time, it was not too crowded - which did make this trip worth the price.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha ! Sharon & family !
Mahalo for your 5-star review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your recent experience with us, aboard the Atlantis Submarine, from the shuttle boat ride to the deep-sea exploration. We love hearing from our guests and are thrilled to know you had a fantastic submarine adventure! Thank you very much for sharing your valuable feedback and recommendation.

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).

Submarine coming up as we are on the boat.

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Packages:	Premium Submarine Tour (Larger Window)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/13
Activity Date:	2022/02/19

Kualoa Ranch Jurassic Jungle Expedition Tour & Off-Road Adventure [90-minutes]

Beautiful and scenic!

Reviewed by: Kristina

Beautiful ranch! We loved the Jurassic Park set. The tour was fun and informative. We definitely recommend this place!

Just one of the many scenic views!

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Packages:	Jurassic Jungle Expedition Tour [90 mins]
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/03/13
Activity Date:	2022/03/11

North Shore Clear Bottom Kayak Tour & Turtle Watch from Haleiwa Beach

Kayaking

Reviewed by: Jennifer

The whole experience was just amazing! My son and I had pretty much a private tour. Just the two of us and our guide! Our guide went way above and beyond telling us history of Hawaii and just making our experience super special. Our favorite was how relaxing and peaceful kayaking though the river was. And seeing the sea turtle was breath taking! Kayaking on the ocean was so beautiful! Two total different experience in one adventure! Can't wait to come back and do it again!

Reply from activity provider

Thank you Jennifer for such a great review. We are so happy that you both enjoy your Kayak tour. Hope to see you guy again real soon.
Mahalos,
Sea and Board Sports Ohana

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Packages:	Semi-Private Tour for 2 Guests
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/13
Activity Date:	2022/03/11

Kualoa Ranch Private Beach at Secret Island - Kayak, SUP, Volleyball & More

Worth a visit!

Reviewed by: Tara

Love it here! The island is beautiful!! Would prefer more time there. Lots of activity options.

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Packages:	Kualoa Secret Island Half Day Tour
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2022/03/12
Activity Date:	2022/03/11

Parasailing in Waikiki with Hawaiian Parasail - Diamond Head Views with Triple & Tandem Flights

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Sami

Aside from the trouble of finding the checkin location, the parasailing experience was wonderful. We went with a group of 4 - all new to parasailing. The crew consisted ed of 2 people, both of which were amazing. Would definitely go back and do it again.

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Packages:	Deluxe Flight: 800ft Line
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2022/03/06
Activity Date:	2022/02/12

H2O Hawaii Watersports Adventure - Parasail, Jet Ski, Banana Boat & Bumper Tube

This made our Hawaii trip an experience of a life time, thanks H2O

Reviewed by: ANDREW P

Awesome experience, our Hawaii trip wouldn't have been the same without H20 aquatic games.

Amazing time

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Packages:	Parasail, Banana Boat & Bumper Tube
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/03/05
Activity Date:	2022/02/11

Kualoa Grown Farm & Fishpond Tour at Kualoa Ranch [90-minutes]

Absolutely Stunning

Reviewed by: Queen T

This place was absolutely amazing I saw sights that was breathtaking. After a long awaited 15 year wait this has been paradise to come to this ranch. Full of history and appreciation for the family of this ranch especially the current employees. Just amazing!!! I will return with family and friends so they to may enjoy the wonders of this ranch. A smile was put down deep in my soul because of the staff and atmosphere of this place. I will never forget this experience.

I love this place

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Packages:	Kualoa Grown Farm Tour [90 mins]
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2022/03/05
Activity Date:	2022/03/03

Waikiki Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour with One Drink | 2-Hour Morning Adventure aboard Moana Catamaran

Amazing Experience!

Reviewed by: Taylor H

It was super windy when we went out but we actually ended up getting a private boat ride since none of the other couples showed up. The crewmembers were incredible and more than accommodating with all of our needs and with my pregnant wife. I would highly recommend choosing to go on the Moana catamaran and we are planning on going back next time we visit Hawaii!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/03/05
Activity Date:	2022/03/03

Kualoa Ranch Jurassic Jungle Expedition Tour & Off-Road Adventure [90-minutes]

Fantastic fun. You are worth the money Absolutely fantastic enjoyed every minute of it

Reviewed by: Frank Hernandez

My wife and I had a fabulous time. she said it was better than Indiana Jones at Disneyland. Tour guides are very knowledgeable and very friendly. Can't wait to come back and enjoy it once again.

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Packages:	Jurassic Jungle Expedition Tour - 90 mins (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/03/05
Activity Date:	2022/03/03

Honolulu X-Treme Parasailing Tour Adventure [700ft, 850ft, 1000ft or 1200ft Rides]

An Exhilarating Way to See Hawaii

Reviewed by: Hawaii Explorer

This X-Treme Ride on Waikiki's Parasailing Adventure was the PERFECT way to end our Oahu vacation. Waikiki and the beautiful sunny day were the perfect backdrop for our last adventure before we went home to the snowy state of Maine! The crew members were awesome and made this so easy and fun. We were able to sit back and enjoy the ride. They offer a photo package so even if you are doing this alone you can still have a bunch of GREAT photos of you living in the moment. I would definitely recommend this activity!

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Packages:	X-Treme Ride [1000 feet]
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/03/01
Activity Date:	2022/02/27

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

Cousin G

Reviewed by: Katie

This was our first activity in Hawaii and I am so happy it was. Cousin G was knowledgeable, fun and funny! Great tour and highly recommend!

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Packages:	[From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2022/02/28
Activity Date:	2022/02/27

2.5-Hour Spirit of Aloha Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Tour with Cocktails from Hilton

Amazing experience!!!

Reviewed by: April Birney

I’m glad I did my research in looking for the best turtle and snorkel cruise because this company surpassed my expectations!! The employees were outstanding, wonderful lunch provided and a couple drinks to top it off. We saw turtles, eels, flying fish, and other tropical fish!! Then they took us out farther to find whales after lunch and we did get a few glimpses of some whales:) fun was had by all!!! Thank you !!!!

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Packages:	Premium Package: Morning Turtle Snorkel with Lunch
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2022/02/28
Activity Date:	2022/02/21

Things to Do in Oahu in 2026 – Tours & Activities | HawaiiActivities.com

All Reviews for Recommended for kids 8-12 in Oahu

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Amazing Time for the ENTIRE family!!

Something Different

A must do in Waikiki

good, peaceful sunset cruise

Guides and Rides

My favorite part of our trip

Best Time - a North Shore Must Do!

We had a great time!

Lots of fish

Made my Hawaii trip

Amazing Luau Experience!

Secret island trip

Amazing

Wonderful

great tour lots of fun

Yes! SO much fun!!!

A wonderful experience. The beach was beautiful and the trail guides were experienced I highly recommend this.

Always Honest Review

Always Honest Review

Beautiful and scenic!

Kayaking

Worth a visit!

Great Experience

This made our Hawaii trip an experience of a life time, thanks H2O

Absolutely Stunning

Amazing Experience!

Fantastic fun. You are worth the money Absolutely fantastic enjoyed every minute of it

An Exhilarating Way to See Hawaii

Cousin G

Amazing experience!!!

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