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

Hawaii, USA
Maui: Te Au Moana Luau at The Wailea Beach Marriott Resort

Te Au Moana, translated as  the ocean tide, has always been a constant throughout Oceania, connecting our islands, peoples and generations. Our Polynesian ancestors traversed these oceans...

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$225
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...

3 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$174
Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Spectacular with Local Breakfast
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Likely to Sell Out

Witness the dawning of a new day atop Haleakala (the house of the sun) a dormant volcanic mountain overlooking Maui on the east side. Deep...

10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$254.46
Oahu: 60 Min Royal Crown Helicopter Tour - Doors Off or On

See every stunning sight on Oahu from the white sands of Waikiki to the epic big waves of Norh Shore on our incredible 60-minute circle...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.9 (774)
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$540
Manta Magic: Small-Group Manta Ray Night Snorkel in Kailua Kona
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Likely to Sell Out

Avoid the crowds of the other "cattle boats" in Kona, and enjoy a small-group manta ray snorkeling experience with a maximum of 12 passengers. This...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,135)
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$145
Maui: Turtle Reef Morning Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & Lunch

This experience combines great snorkeling with a fun, comfortable boat designed for all ages. The Quicksilver is a spacious double decker catamaran featuring a waterslide...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (529)
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$99.95
Honolulu: Pacific Star Sunset Dinner Cruise and Show

Indulge in the original Pacific Rim cuisine, where each dish serves as a gateway to the rich flavors of the region. Enjoy the ALL-NEW show...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (759)
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$139
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...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (573)
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$99.97
Waikiki: Afternoon Sail from Beach & Open Bar | Oahu - Best Value

-Open bar fully included in $50 ticket: beer, wine, cocktails, and more -AMAZING value catamaran sail in Waikiki -Direct beach boarding — no harbor shuttle,...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$53.36
Whale Watching On The Big Island

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 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (635)
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$109
Maui Classic Road to Hana Self-Guided GPS Audio Driving Tour

Experience Maui’s iconic Road to Hana at your own pace on a self-guided GPS audio driving tour through lush rainforest, waterfalls, coastal viewpoints, and historic...

12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation
12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation
12 to 13 hours • Free Cancellation
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$24.99
The Maui Butterfly Farm Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

We have moved to a new location! We are now located at 820 Olowalu Village Rd, next to the Olowalu General Store on the way...

45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$49.99
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure
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Likely to Sell Out

Rainbow Kayak Tours has been providing guided tours of the Wailua River for 20 years. Our experienced guides are well versed in the flora and...

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation
5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation
5 to 6 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (830)
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$164.87
2 Tank Lanai Cathedral Scuba Dive Via Boat for Certified Divers
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Likely to Sell Out

Dive Lanai’s famous caverns, lava shoots, swim throughs, and arches on Maui's most popular 2 Tank boat dive. Ancient lava flows have created a stunning...

6 hoursFree Cancellation
6 hoursFree Cancellation
6 hours • Free Cancellation
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$306.89
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...

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 45 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (654)
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$84.72
Kona Signature Catamaran Sunset Sail
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Likely to Sell Out

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 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (321)
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$98.10
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