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

Hawaii, USA
Whale Watching on Big island
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Hawaii’s Big Island is home to migrating pods of humpback whales, which often breach as they build up energy for their northward migration. This narrated...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$80
Small Group One Day Trip Kauai Island

Discover the cinematic beauty of Kauai, the island that was the first in Hawaii to emerge from the ocean. Known for its stunning cliffs, waterfalls,...

7 hoursFree Cancellation
7 hoursFree Cancellation
7 hours • Free Cancellation
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$199
Oahu Circle Island (Holoholo Mokupuni), from Waikiki

A full day of adventure, experiencing Oahu’s rich history and popular attractions will surely leave you content with excitement. Our professional tour docents will bring...

8 hours 45 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours 45 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours 45 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$188.03
Deep Sea Exclusive Fishing Charter in Honolulu
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Enjoy a great morning out on the water, seeing the beauty of Oahu while taking your chances at catching some great Hawaiian fish!...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$1,308.90
Sunset Yoga Flow at Magic Island

Aloha,   Come and share in a consciously-guided yoga session suitable for all levels.  Inspired and taught from the teachings of Tirumalai Krishnamacharya and B.K.S...

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$25
Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki

Enhance your Hawaii vacation experience with an inter-island trip to the island of Oahu and discover this historical destination with those who know it best....

10 to 11 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 to 11 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 to 11 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$84.95
Halfway Road to Hana - Small Group — Taste of Hana & Waterfalls

Travel in comfort aboard our 2025 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van on this Halfway Road to Hana tour, ideal for guests who want a shorter, relaxed experience...

6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 to 7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$199
Private Transfer Hawaii Kona Airport KOA to Kona

Reliable and convenient transportation to and from the Pickup location. Our professional drivers ensure a smooth journey, providing a stress-free experience for travelers. On-time pickups...

30 to 60 minutesFree Cancellation
30 to 60 minutesFree Cancellation
30 to 60 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$20
Waikiki Torches and Terrors: Guided Haunted Island Ghost Tour
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As the sun sets over Waikiki, we will guide you through a mile-long journey filled with tales of demonic entities, vengeful ghosts, and other supernatural...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$26
Mermaid Video shoot and Snorkel Adventure

Aloha! Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a mermaid? Here is your opportunity! Come Try Snorkeling plus your very own Mermaid Swimming...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$79.20
Kauai: 2-Hour Small Group Snorkeling Adventure

We only take small groups. During our pre adventure safety briefing and lesson, as we get to know each other, our local guides will share...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$115
Kauai Full Day Tour with Cruise ships or Kauai Airport Pickup

Experience the best of Kauai in a single day with this convenient highlights tour, designed for travelers arriving by cruise ship (9:10 AM meeting) or...

7 hoursFree Cancellation
7 hoursFree Cancellation
7 hours • Free Cancellation
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$240
Private Group Surf Lesson for 4 by Waikiki Beachboys at the Royal

Learn how to surf at the birth place of Surfing! We are conveniently located in the heart of Waikiki, right on the beach. We are...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$100.76
Private Luxury Tour of Kauai: South & West Shores

See the Best of Kauai's south and west shores on this private tour! You'll have the flexibility to customize your itinerary with the help of...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$298.86
Sunset Catamaran Cruise on Oahu's North Shore
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North Shore sunsets are some of the best and there is no better place to watch them than from the deck of the Ho'o Nanea....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$90
Half Day Afternoon Angler Charter

Difficult time getting your young anglers up at 6am? We have the perfect charter to accommodate the whole family. The climate here means that it’s...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$1,325
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