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

Hawaii, USA
Self-Guided Kayaking Tour in Kailua Bay and Popoia Island

Meet in Kailua at the Active Oahu storefront where friendly staff will help you load your kayaks and gear. From there drive a few minutes...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$82

Surf with ALOHA SURF SCHOOL

Come join our elite team of surfers as we teach you the ancient sport of he'e nalu or surfing. Hawaiian's introduced the world to surfing!...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$120

Two-hours handmade ceramic class, make your own souvenir Honolulu

Never tried working with clay? This is the perfect opportunity—especially while you’re on vacation! Our hand-building ceramic workshop gives you a hands-on introduction to pottery,...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$95

Cat Café Maui Experience – Relax with Rescue Cats

A cat café is a warm and inviting space where you can come to play, relax and rejuvenate, and maybe fall in love with the...

50 minutes
50 minutes
50 minutes
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$25

Amazing 2 person Semi-Private Surf Lesson at Ukumehame Beach

Learn to surf with confidence in a Semi-Private lesson tailored for two. Set against the serene backdrop of Ukumehame Valley, also known as Thousand Peaks,...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$140

Maui Stand Up Paddling 101 at Kalama Park in Kihei

Maui provides the perfect spot to learn to Stand Up Paddle (SUP).  Warm waters along the south Maui coastline combined with the calm morning ocean...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$118.84

Private Electric Bike Tour with Lava Hike in Pāhoa

We are the only tour offering a unique way to combine adventure with learning about the 2018 Eruption by use of E Bikes! Come cruise...

2 hours
2 hours
2 hours
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$98

Private Pearl Harbor & North Shore tour (Se habla Español)

We are excited to offer a day full of diverse activities that will give you a glimpse of the natural beauty of Oahu. You will...

8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$899

East Side Tour -Hike, Beach, Food, Photo

This tour has over 600, 5 star reviews on other platforms. We are just starting it on here. This is the most well-rounded local experience...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$150

Full Day Private Professional Photo/Video Tour in Honolulu Island

This is the funny Hawaii experience! Explore the particular spot that is perfect for taking pictures. This unique tour not only gives you a circle...

6 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$2,000

Hawaii Beach Photography

This Beach photo session takes you to a stunning location. At the photo location, you have marvelous views of the coastline and mountain range in...

30 minutes
30 minutes
30 minutes
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$350

Expert Led Private Guided Tour Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Experience Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park with the official philanthropic fundraising partner of the park! Our excursions aren't tours—they're private, guided experiences led by a member...

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation
4 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation
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$633.34

Double Reef Snorkel and Dolphin Watch in Kona

The Kona Coast is the home to an abundance of pristine tropical coral reefs which is the home to a variety of different fish species,...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$174.99

Lanai Snorkeling Half Day with Sea Scooter

Winner of 2018 Travel & Hospitality Award Winner & Certificate of Excellence Cool Hawaii Award for 9 years in a row. Our 50 ft Sanity...

4 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation
4 hours 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$192.80

Polynesian Wood Carving on Maui

This is a charming, insightful and a even little bit suspenseful experience as he takes a raw piece of wood to a finished carving before...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$25

Private Luxury Van with Driver to Big Island Destinations of Your Choice
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Private luxury tour and transportation for up to eight people for one rate based on time, not the number of people in your group. Our...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$799

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