Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Hawaii (Updated 2026)

Hawaii, USA
Luxury Snorkel Cruise with Dolphin Watch and Hawaiian Meal

Cruise along Oahu's scenic west coast aboard a comfortable, custom catamaran designed for premium ocean exploration and unbeatable coastal views. You'll dive into the island's …More

Cruise along Oahu's scenic west coast aboard a comfortable, custom catamaran designed for premium ocean exploration and unbeatable coastal views. You'll dive into the island's...

3 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,461)
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$174
Maui Atlantis Submarine Adventure

All riders must be 36 inches or taller to participate/ride submarine. Dive 100 feet below the surface and experience Maui’s marine treasures off beautiful Lahaina …More

All riders must be 36 inches or taller to participate/ride submarine. Dive 100 feet below the surface and experience Maui’s marine treasures off beautiful Lahaina...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (821)
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$144
Maui: Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor

Experience Maui's top-rated whale watch with the experts departing from Ma'alaea Harbor. These informative and fun two-hour whale watches are led by a team of …More

Experience Maui's top-rated whale watch with the experts departing from Ma'alaea Harbor. These informative and fun two-hour whale watches are led by a team of...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (573)
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$100
Big Island: Whale Watching Tour

Let us take you for an awesome journey on our fast powered catamaran that has shade to offer while spotting whales. The boat is also …More

Let us take you for an awesome journey on our fast powered catamaran that has shade to offer while spotting whales. The boat is also...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (636)
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$109
Bishop Museum General Admission Ticket

The number one rated museum attraction in Hawaii by Cool Hawaii, every vacation to Oahu should begin with a visit to Bishop Museum. Bishop Museum …More

The number one rated museum attraction in Hawaii by Cool Hawaii, every vacation to Oahu should begin with a visit to Bishop Museum. Bishop Museum...

1 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation
4.5 (246)
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$39
Maui Classic Road to Hana Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour

Experience Maui’s iconic Road to Hana with an app-based, self-guided GPS audio driving tour through lush rainforest, waterfalls, coastal viewpoints, and historic communities. There’s no …More

Experience Maui’s iconic Road to Hana with an app-based, self-guided GPS audio driving tour through lush rainforest, waterfalls, coastal viewpoints, and historic communities. There’s no...

12 to 13 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (252)
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$25
Waikiki 2 Hours Friday Night Fireworks Catamaran Cruise

Enjoy the spectacular FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS show along the beautiful coastline of Waikiki while we get up close and personal with the explosiveness and the …More

Enjoy the spectacular FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS show along the beautiful coastline of Waikiki while we get up close and personal with the explosiveness and the...

1 hour 45 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (673)
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$85
Kona Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail

End your day in paradise with a sunset sail along the beautiful Kona Coast aboard the Spirit of Aloha. Enjoy panoramic views of the ocean …More

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End your day in paradise with a sunset sail along the beautiful Kona Coast aboard the Spirit of Aloha. Enjoy panoramic views of the ocean...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (366)
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$109
Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co.

We have the only private launch area on Anahulu River in Haleiwa with a gently sloping ramp into the calm river, the easiest and safest …More

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We have the only private launch area on Anahulu River in Haleiwa with a gently sloping ramp into the calm river, the easiest and safest...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (234)
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$40
Kualoa Ranch Jurassic Adventure Tour

Our deluxe 2.5-hour JURASSIC ADVENTURE TOUR will take you to iconic film sites in Kualoa, Hakipu’u and Ka’a’awa Valleys. Buckle up and enjoy this bumpy …More

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Our deluxe 2.5-hour JURASSIC ADVENTURE TOUR will take you to iconic film sites in Kualoa, Hakipu’u and Ka’a’awa Valleys. Buckle up and enjoy this bumpy...

2 hours 30 minutes
4.8 (587)
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$160
Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes …More

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Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime Volcano Adventure tour on Hawaii's "Big Island," focusing on the lush, northeastern Hilo side. Explore the dynamic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes...

10 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.7 (414)
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$203
Oahu: Mauka Warriors Luau Honoring Polynesia's Forgotten History

Step into the vibrant heart of Hawai‘i and experience a luau like no other—where culture, history, and celebration come alive under the island sky. Savor …More

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Step into the vibrant heart of Hawai‘i and experience a luau like no other—where culture, history, and celebration come alive under the island sky. Savor...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (3,747)
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$146
60-Minute Doors-Off MD500 KAUAI HELICOPTER ADVENTURE

Experience the thrill of a lifetime with our Doors-Off helicopter tour over breathtaking Kauai. On this exhilarating adventure, our knowledgeable and skilled pilots share insightful …More

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Experience the thrill of a lifetime with our Doors-Off helicopter tour over breathtaking Kauai. On this exhilarating adventure, our knowledgeable and skilled pilots share insightful...

2 to 3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (405)
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$460
Oahu: The Magical Mystery Show! at Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel

Step back in Hawaii's history to 1881 when King Kalakaua visited London. You've found the hidden gem of Oahu. This is Honolulu’s #1-rated evening show …More

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Step back in Hawaii's history to 1881 when King Kalakaua visited London. You've found the hidden gem of Oahu. This is Honolulu’s #1-rated evening show...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3,604)
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$99
Lauhala Bracelet Craft Class on Maui

Our classes are fun and informal experiences intended to introduce the culturally curious to the history and arts of Hawaiʻi. Our instructors love talking story …More

Our classes are fun and informal experiences intended to introduce the culturally curious to the history and arts of Hawaiʻi. Our instructors love talking story...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (31)
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$25
Kauai Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour

Join us on a first class ECO Adventure over the Garden Isle of Kaua'i. You'll fly the incredible new American Eurocopter Eco-Star, which reduces overflight …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Join us on a first class ECO Adventure over the Garden Isle of Kaua'i. You'll fly the incredible new American Eurocopter Eco-Star, which reduces overflight...

50 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,969)
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$489
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