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

Hawaii, USA
Lei Greeting Private Transfer Arrival HNL Airport to Waikiki

Your Hawaiian adventure begins the moment you land—complete with a lei greeting! Don’t wait, reserve your ride today! Ditch the long taxi lines and crowded...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
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$27.50
Ukulele Lesson on Maui (Basics)

We offer a friendly, local experience by professional working musicians with decades of experience playing the ukulele. Our classes are relaxed and welcoming for beginners....

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.8 (6)
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$25
Guided Kayak Tour to Kailua’s Twin Islands

Embark on an exhilarating guided kayak tour to the Mokulua Islands, led by our experienced guides! As we paddle towards Moku Nui, a designated bird...

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 5 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$219
Eco Sea Scooter Beach Entry - Rent a GoPro Video tape Sea Turtles
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Likely to Sell Out

The Only Off Shore Sea Scooter Snorkeling Guided Tour on Lahaina and all of Maui at the Famous Kapalua Bay. See our breathtaking views off...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$189
Oahu: Private North Shore Boat Charter
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Likely to Sell Out

Our North Shore adventure tours are perfect for people of all ages. Bring your family or friends and create new memories. Turn the tour into...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$1,200
Private Boat Charter in Waikiki for Snorkeling and Events
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Likely to Sell Out

Discover the beauty of Waikiki with a private boat day charter, perfect for snorkeling, coastal cruising, events, and seasonal whale watching from January to March....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$1,300
Private Tour Oahu - Up to 4 Guest - Customizable
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Likely to Sell Out

This is a fully private tour of Oahu. The listed 8-hour itinerary is a carefully curated mix of the island’s highlights, designed for guests who...

8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$600
Private Niihau Scuba Charter with 2 or 3 Tank Dive Option
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Likely to Sell Out

Certified divers only. Ni’ihau is known for being the best scuba diving in the state of Hawai’i! The scuba diving sites have vertical walls with...

8 hoursFree Cancellation
8 hoursFree Cancellation
8 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$3,330
Semi Private Surf Lesson at Jamie O'Brien School of Surf Waikīkī
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Likely to Sell Out

Gather your family or friends for an unforgettable surfing experience in the gentle waves of Waikīkī. This semi-private surf lesson offers a personalized approach, ensuring...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$149
Private Best Highlights of Maui

PRIVATE TOUR – Price is per vehicle (up to 6 passengers) Cruise ship–friendly tour with pickup from Kahului Port. Departure times are 8:30 AM and...

3 to 4 hoursHotel pickup offered
3 to 4 hoursHotel pickup offered
3 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered
4.8 (6)
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$620
Kauai Professional Photographer Couples and Families

Capture your special moments in paradise with a professional photo session in Kauai. With a focus on vibrant colors and joyful expressions, Local Hawaii Photographers...

45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (6)
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$397
Sunset Sail Experience by Catamaran in Waikiki

Enjoy the end of your day on a relaxing 2-hour Waikiki Sunset Sail aboard a 38.6 foot twin-hulled catamaran. Take in the views of Honolulu...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (6)
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$92.31
"The Dole Plantation" & "North Shore" Private Limousine VIP Tour!

Get Ready to Enjoy the #1 Limousine Tour experiences on the Island. Travel up the Beautiful Kamehameha Hwy, to The World Famous "Dole Plantation", and...

5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (6)
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$836.64
Private Transfer Honolulu Airport and Ko Olina Hotels

Skip the long taxi lines, don’t waste your precious vacation time waiting in long taxi lines or taking public transportation. Private transfer between Honolulu International...

40 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
40 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
40 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$134
Afternoon Ali'i Adventure

Experience the ultimate in luxury and exclusivity with our Afternoon Ali’i Adventure. Unlike crowded tours, we limit our trips to a maximum of 22 guests,...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$276
Kona Hawaii Deep Sea Luxury Fishing Trip on Bite Me 5

In 2024 our vessel underwent a complete retrofit. We offer custom charters to fit all your needs. Experienced and novice alike, you will be guided...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (6)
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$1,392.18
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