Unique things to do over Thanksgiving in Hawaii (Updated 2026)

Hawaii, USA
Surf Lessons on the North Shore of Oahu

Take surf lessons on the north shore of Oahu, with a professional Hawaiian lifeguard and her beautiful dogs, with over 20 years' experience teaching beginner...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (282)
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$95

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Highlights Small Group Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

See two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea and Mauna Loa, on a small group tour that features the natural wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National...

5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (277)
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$187.95

Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu
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Likely to Sell Out

Explore Kailua’s reef protected waters at your own pace on this day of coastal discovery. Kayak to offshore islands, hidden tide pools and remote beaches....

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (276)
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$110.17

Waikiki Snorkel Tour – Small Group Experience + Free Videos

This activity is specifically catered toward beginners, so no prior swimming experience is necessary. Free videos of this unique experience are provided....

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (273)
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$39

Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Center from Kauai

Join us on an unforgettable day at three of Oahu’s most popular attractions: Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center. We begin at historic...

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
9 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (273)
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$479.99

Kaimana Ocean Safari

At Kaimana Ocean Safari you'll be guided by professionally trained ocean guides, boat captains, and underwater photographers to observe and interact with various wildlife along...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (272)
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$255

Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos
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Likely to Sell Out

Led by both an astronomer and an astro-photographer, we’re the only stargazing tour that combines expert guidance with astrophotography, offers two-hour experiences, avoids crowds, and...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (270)
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$299

Arizona Memorial Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Tour from Waikiki

Take this tour to visit the USS Arizona Memorial and Visitor Center at Pearl Harbor. After you spent a morning at Pearl Harbor, we will...

5 to 6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 to 6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (270)
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$69.99

Shark Cage Diving On "The World Famous North Shore of Oahu", Hawaii
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Likely to Sell Out

Our company is uniquely owned by Native-Hawaiian watermen. As the only company of its kind on the island, we hope you'll support local. Our owners,...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (270)
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$100

Romantic Sunset Champagne -Private- Maui Air Tour: Intimate & Spectacular!

As Seen on HGTV's 'Hawaii Life': Your Most Awesome Maui Day is just a Click Away!  Enjoy Maui's Most Affordable Aerial Activity: Your Spectacular, Once-in-a-Lifetime,...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (268)
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$420

Big Island Volcano Adventure from Kona: Small Group
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Likely to Sell Out

The Big Island of Hawai'i is one of the most diverse places on planet earth! Here you have an opportunity to get a taste of...

8 to 9 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 9 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (267)
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$247

Private Customizable Grand Circle Island Tour of Oahu

You will spend your selected tour for about 8 hours, riding in a private, air-conditioned, new Mercedes mini van. What makes this tour unique is your 100% guaranteed...

6 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (267)
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$301.60

Group Surf Lesson at Kalama Beach in Kihei

Learn to surf on Maui. Lessons are taught at the best surf beach on the island. Gentle waves and friendly surf coaches will have you...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (266)
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$108.61

Kō Hana Hawaiian Rum Distillery Tour and Tasting for One
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Likely to Sell Out

Visit Oahu's first and only rum tasting room with an attached farm and distillery. Located in historic Kunia, the renovated general store of the retired...

45 to 60 minutesFree Cancellation
45 to 60 minutesFree Cancellation
45 to 60 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (266)
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$25

Sea Scooter Snorkeling Tour with Photo and Video - Wailea Beach
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Likely to Sell Out

With our luxury Yamaha sea scooters you can explore more of the reef, snorkel alongside sea turtles, butterfly fish, octopus, rays, eels and more. Every...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (265)
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$149

Lanai Eco-Raft Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Small Group Tour from Maui
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Likely to Sell Out

The only Semi-Private Snorkel Raft Tours on Maui, making it the closest you can get to a private charter experience. With 3 certified lifeguards onboard...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (263)
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$96.52

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