Things to Do in Oahu in 2025 – Tours & Activities

Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour on a Private Catamaran - Hawaii Ocean Charters

Great time

Reviewed by: Marcus

Hi

We had an incredible experience. Your crew was excellent. Can’t wait to go on another charter.

thanks

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Morning Private Snorkel Package (7:15AM, 9:30AM or 11:45AM)
Attended as:	Friends
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/09/30
Activity Date:	2025/09/28

Nearshore Fishing Private Charter from Ko Olina - Venture Luxury Speed Boat

Private family fishing trip

Reviewed by: Brian

Took my family on a fishing trip for my son’s 8th birthday! Our Guides, Mark and George were great! They were great with our kids and we caught all kinds of fish!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Tips and suggestions

Great for families

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	2-Hour Private Charter Package (up to 6 participants)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/09/24
Activity Date:	2025/09/22

Sailing Beauty Private Sailboat Charter - Burial at Sea & Ash Scattering Service

Sailing Beauty is a Beauty

Reviewed by: Sub man Sam

Rearranged trip to bypass hurricane Kiko. Flew my Dads ceremonial US flag at half mast.

The Captain and his first mate Loren were handsome and Beautiful.

The ship was extremely comfortable even with the big swells from Kiko. We felt safe all the way past 3 miles for our ceremony.

Access to the marina was easy with lots of parking. Can’t say enough about this boat and crew members who made our ceremony extraordinary.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Tips and suggestions

Morning traffic on Oahu is bad, give yourself time.

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Private Charter Package
Attended as:	Families
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/09/11
Activity Date:	2025/09/09

Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour on a Private Catamaran - Hawaii Ocean Charters

Good time!

Reviewed by: Annie & Nick NY

What can I say?
Sam and Macie were absolutely outstanding
We had a great time! I felt well taken care of - especially having had a knee replacement~
They were EXTREMLY helpful in every aspect!
The guides were hilarious outgoing and made us felt welcoming and comfortable the entire time! They were very informative! We had a blast!!! We had a party of six: my hub and I and four adult kids 18-22.
We seen turtles and all kinds of cool fish!
Thank you so much for an enjoyable excursion! This was worth it! Everyone loved it! Thanks for the memory! Hawaii 2025!
Thank you!!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Tips and suggestions

Enjoy it!

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Afternoon Private Snorkel Package (2:00PM)
Attended as:	Others
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/06/21
Activity Date:	2025/06/19

Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour on a Private Catamaran - Hawaii Ocean Charters

Great For Anyone or A Family

Reviewed by: The Garcia’s

Francesco and Ella were phenomenal. We had kids aged 9,5, and 3 with us. The two youngest were freaked out and didn’t want to go in the water. Francesco stayed with them while myself, my wife, and the 9 year old went snorkeling. Ella was very knowledgeable and patient. Thank you both for your hospitality and putting up with the kids. I recommend anyone try this out, it’s so much better than being on crowded boat, especially if you have kids.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Morning Private Snorkel Package (7:15AM, 9:30AM or 11:45AM)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/06/16
Activity Date:	2025/06/07

North Shore Private Sunset Cruise with Seasonal Whale Watch from Haleiwa

A Great Experience!

Reviewed by: Gunner

We thoroughly enjoyed our private north shore sunset cruise. Captains Nick and Ricky were very friendly and went out of there way to make sure we had the best experience. They told us all about Hawaii, pointed out neat and interesting things along the shore and gave us a very enjoyable experience. We highly recommend!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Private Sunset Cruise [May-Nov]
Attended as:	Couples
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/05/31
Activity Date:	2025/05/07

Holokai Catamaran Private Ash Scattering at Sea from Waikiki Beach

Ash ceremony

Reviewed by: Superb support for memorial ash service

Our party had 3 different cars coming from far outside Honolulu and some of us got caught in terrible morning traffic. The boat and office allowed us to wait and even helped on phone to one of the lost parties.

The boat crew were calm and pleasant despite a very late start. They were also respectful and thoughtful.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Ash Scattering Memorial Charter
Attended as:	Families
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/05/24
Activity Date:	2025/05/22

3-Hour Semi-Private Swim with Pelagic Dolphins & Reef Snorkel Tour - Aloha Ocean

Aloha Ocean - Boat tour

Reviewed by: Ellie

Excellent boat tour with six of us so essentially a private tour. The ladies were great driving the boat and spotting the whales, spinner dolphins and turtles. Was great to bring your own food and drinks on board.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Friends
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/05/10
Activity Date:	2025/04/14

3-Hour Semi-Private Swim with Pelagic Dolphins & Reef Snorkel Tour - Aloha Ocean

Fantastic swim with Dolphins

Reviewed by: Photomama

The girls were wonderful. They were kind and helpful. We not only swam with amazing dolphins but snorkeled in a wonderful coral reef with sea turtles. I would highly recommend this tout

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/04/19
Activity Date:	2025/04/15

North Shore Whale Watch Private Charter - Daytime & Sunset Tours from Haleiwa

Perfect day

Reviewed by: Edna

Very friendly captain who found whales and a shark for us

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Daytime Whale Watch Cruise
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Weather:	Cloudy
Posted on:	2025/03/29
Activity Date:	2025/03/27

Waikiki Fireworks & Honolulu City Lights Evening Private Boat Charter

Private Fireworks Cruise Waikiki

Reviewed by: AB

We were blessed w a great deal of memorable experiences on our visit to Waikiki, but the trip would not have been the same without the private fireworks cruise in Waikiki. Definitely a moment we will cherish for a lifetime. Mahalo to the Captain and Chelsea.

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Mahalo to the Cap n’ Chelsea

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Private Charter Friday Fireworks Cruise
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/03/24
Activity Date:	2025/03/21

North Shore Whale Watch Private Charter - Daytime & Sunset Tours from Haleiwa

Memories to Last a Lifetime!

Reviewed by: Chelsea

Matty and Mari were absolutely great! We went on the sunset whale watching tour and they made it such a fun and personalized experience! They answered all our questions, explained the different parts of the island that we could see from the ocean, and made it an overall great experience. We not only saw plenty of whales, but we also saw a shark too. 10 out of 10 recommend to anyone and everyone!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Sunset Whale Watch Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/03/19
Activity Date:	2025/03/17

North Shore Whale Watch Private Charter - Daytime & Sunset Tours from Haleiwa

Whale watching with the best!

Reviewed by: Laura

Thank you guys for the amazing time! Would highly recommend this trip. We did see whales, beautiful views of paradise, some crap traps, and the site for the open shark dive. We loved the crew so much, we have now signed up for the shark dive! We can’t wait! The crew were fantastic, captain and skipper both knew and shared a ton of great information about the island. They took their time and were not in a rush. The sunset was also amazing. Could not have asked for a better trip!

Local customer service: 5

Location & environment: 5

Schedule & duration: 5

Equipment & facilities: 5

Comfort & well-being: 5

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Sunset Whale Watch Cruise
Attended as:	Families
Weather:	Sunny
Posted on:	2025/01/22
Activity Date:	2025/01/20

3-Hour Semi-Private Swim with Pelagic Dolphins & Reef Snorkel Tour - Aloha Ocean

Amazing!

Reviewed by: Loewe

We were very happy and thankful we decided to go with this semi private tour! Both captains, Shanti and Lauren, were so knowledgeable and friendly. We will definitely be choosing them again in our future trips!

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2024/06/21
Activity Date:	2024/06/13

Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour on a Private Catamaran - Hawaii Ocean Charters

Incredible!

Reviewed by: Sophia

I initially signed up for a turtle snorkeling tour, but it turned out to be so much more than that. It transformed into the most unforgettable whale watching adventure of our lives! We were fortunate enough to witness over 20 humpback whales just off the coast of Waikiki. It was truly a breathtaking sight.

I wanted to express my sincere appreciation for the flexibility in the itinerary. The fact that we were given the opportunity to dedicate some time to whale watching before snorkeling made the experience even more remarkable.

I wholeheartedly recommend the private Catamaran experience to anyone passing through Honolulu. The combination of the stunning natural beauty and the outstanding service provided by your team made it an unforgettable journey.

Thank you once again for creating such a memorable experience. I look forward to sharing this recommendation with friends, family, and fellow travelers.

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Afternoon Private Snorkel Package (2:00PM)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2024/02/21
Activity Date:	2024/02/15

Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour on a Private Catamaran - Hawaii Ocean Charters

Amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Radhika

Our family of 6 was excited about snorkeling and seeing turtles. My children and husband had never been before, so this was a perfect day with a Nick taking the kids through the water. It was a personal tour of the beautiful reef. My elderly parents preferred staying on the boat, but that was excellent too as Sam filled us in on all the history about the island. I would highly recommend taking the two-hour private charter as the attention to detail and attention to guests is unmatched. They had drinks and water for us.
What are you waiting for? Book your private charter today and experience your ocean snorkel on a level above the rest.

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Morning Private Snorkel Package (7:15AM, 9:30AM or 11:45AM)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2024/01/03
Activity Date:	2023/12/31

Holokai Catamaran Private Ash Scattering at Sea from Waikiki Beach

Review for svc date 12/14/23 @ 7:30am

Reviewed by: Lim & Suzuki

This event of sending our beloved brother and nephew to their ultimate resting place gave a wonderful closure.

Thank you Captain Rich and your wonderful crew and staff for all your assistant in every step of the way. They were very attentive and made sure everything were in line and ready to go.
The service turned out so beautiful w/ a perfect weather and sail….

We would love to come and sail with you & your crew again in the future!!!!

Much Mahalos from our families

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Ash Scattering Memorial Charter
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/12/17
Activity Date:	2023/12/14

Waikiki Fireworks & Honolulu City Lights Evening Private Boat Charter

Must Do - Only way to see the fireworks

Reviewed by: Michael R

We had a party of 6 so did private charter. Only way to do the fireworks.

Boat was perfect and the crew was fantastic. Very timely and thoughtful. Right before dusk, captain saw a whale surface and we got to see it and the flute. Appreciated him catching it.

We got lucky and they texted day of to see if we wanted to go out early for the sunset. Got message late and they still made it work. Only a minimal extra charge.

Whale, sunset and fireworks. Doesn’t get any better. Highly recommend this tour.

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Private Charter Friday Fireworks Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2023/12/13
Activity Date:	2023/12/08

Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour on a Private Catamaran - Hawaii Ocean Charters

Great tour, great crew, everything is perfect

Reviewed by: Chen

The ship is comfy, they also provide drinks.
Snorkeling spot is great, saw sea turtles and of course a lot of fishes.
We were very lucky to see 4 spots of dolphins swimming just around us and jumping and spinning.
Great crew, very friendly and helpful.
We brought 2 babies (18 months) with us, they also had a great time, could tell from their face :)

Attending a private tour allowed us to set out immediately for the dolphins when spotted them. Will def. choose to do private tour again next time.

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Morning Private Snorkel Package (7:15AM, 9:30AM or 11:45AM)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2023/12/04
Activity Date:	2023/11/27

Holokai Catamaran Private Ash Scattering at Sea from Waikiki Beach

Peaceful service

Reviewed by: Derwin

The entire team created a very peaceful atmosphere for our private service.

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Ash Scattering Memorial Charter
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2023/10/15
Activity Date:	2023/10/13

Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour on a Private Catamaran - Hawaii Ocean Charters

Great experience ever!! The captain and his crew were amazing.

Reviewed by: Kathleen Flowers

It was great! The crew and Captain were wonderful. We saw amazing fish and other things. Highly recommended this company. Amazing service and very nice. Love it so much

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Morning Private Snorkel Package (7:15AM, 9:30AM or 11:45AM)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/07/03
Activity Date:	2023/07/01

Waikiki Private Snorkel & Whale Watch Tour - Hawaii Ocean Charters [Dec-Mar]

Bella esperienza!

Reviewed by: Emanuele

Bella esperienza, la barca ha tutto l'essenza Ale ed è comoda per passarci un paio di ore, i due ragazzi che ci hanno portato fuori sono stati molto gentili e professionali, conoscono bene la zona è puoi chiederlo tanti consigli su cosa fare nell'isola.
Purtoppo la giornata che abbiamo scelto non è stata delle migliori.. pioveva a tratti e l'acqua era un po' torbida.. non abbiamo visto le balene.. ma vabbè avevamo già messo in conto che poteva succedere, abbiamo fatto un bagno in mezzo all'oceano e abbiamo nuotato con tanti pesci diversi e tartarughe marine. Nel complesso ne è valsa la pena, anche perché abbiamo avuto la possibilità di vedere la costa sud di Oahu da un altra prospettiva, incantevole.
Esperienza consigliata.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for the kind review, it was a pleasure to have you all aboard. Our unpredictable hawaiian wildlife and weather can be challenging at times but we always make the most of it! Hope to see you all again in the future. Aloha.

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Private Whale Watch Cruise (up to 6 passengers)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2023/03/11
Activity Date:	2023/02/18

North Shore Whale Watch Private Charter - Daytime & Sunset Tours from Haleiwa

Great experience!

Reviewed by: McLeods

We saw a number of sharks and even a hammerhead shark on the hunt for mackerel! Very cool!

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Daytime Whale Watch Cruise
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2023/02/20
Activity Date:	2023/02/18

Holokai Catamaran Private Ash Scattering at Sea from Waikiki Beach

Beautiful Farewell for my Mom

Reviewed by: Deanne C.

We had a seamless experience with booking our private ash scattering on the Holokai catamaran. My mother wanted her ashes to be scattered off of Waikiki and it was such a beautiful celebration. All of the Holokai crew were wonderful and the ladies who helped with the booking via phone were very helpful too. I’m so glad we decided to book this private charter. My family had a very memorable experience as we celebrated Moms life. The bonus was being able to play a playlist of my moms favorite songs. Mahalo Nui Loa!!

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Ash Scattering Memorial Charter
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2018/07/15
Activity Date:	2018/07/12

Holokai Catamaran Private Ash Scattering at Sea from Waikiki Beach

Excellent!

Reviewed by: Nunez

Perfect, crew was very nice and accommodating to what we wanted to do.

Helpful

Rating:
Packages:	Ash Scattering Memorial Charter
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2018/06/24
Activity Date:	2018/06/21

Things to Do in Oahu in 2025 – Tours & Activities | HawaiiActivities.com

All Reviews for Under $1000 in Oahu

Overall Rating

Reviews

Great time

Private family fishing trip

Sailing Beauty is a Beauty

Good time!

Great For Anyone or A Family

A Great Experience!

Ash ceremony

Aloha Ocean - Boat tour

Fantastic swim with Dolphins

Perfect day

Private Fireworks Cruise Waikiki

Memories to Last a Lifetime!

Whale watching with the best!

Amazing!

Incredible!

Amazing experience!

Review for svc date 12/14/23 @ 7:30am

Must Do - Only way to see the fireworks

Great tour, great crew, everything is perfect

Peaceful service

Great experience ever!! The captain and his crew were amazing.

Bella esperienza!

Great experience!

Beautiful Farewell for my Mom

Excellent!

Hawaiian Islands

Oahu Categories