The best family-friendly activities in Hawaii for parents and kids (Updated August 2026)

Hawaii, USA
WHALES GUARANTEED Maui Whale Watching Makai Adventures

Our boat is really what sets us apart from other companies- we have a fast, fun and comfortable boat where everyone gets a cushioned seat,...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,167)
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$108.85
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
3 Zipline Adventure (Optional Waikiki Shuttle for 10am Tour)
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Experience the thrill of soaring through the jungle on Coral Crater’s 3 Zipline Adventure. Glide across three exciting ziplines, taking in the views and the...

1 hourHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
1 hourHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
1 hour • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (441)
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$109
Captain Cook Snorkel Tour in The Pristine Water at Kealakekua Bay
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Likely to Sell Out

We carry a maximum of 14 passengers so we can offer a more intimate snorkel experience than the larger "cattle boats" in Kona. In addition...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (115)
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$109
Small-Group Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Big Island

We cruise from Keauhou harbor out into crystal clear blue waters. While the boat is underway, the crew will point out interesting features along the...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (501)
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$109
Adventure Course Extreme Including Climbing Wall & Rappel

Take on Coral Crater's most challenging Adventure Course. This extreme version includes access to the Adventure Tower's high ropes obstacles, where you'll climb, balance, swing,...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (44)
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$109
Kona Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watch

Every winter, thousands of humpback whales return to Hawaii's warm waters - and there's no better way to see them than from the deck of...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (58)
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$109
Turtle Canyon Snorkel Semi-Private Adventure Boat

Our tours are for families or small groups that want to get away from the crowds and experience first class service out on the water....

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (25)
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$109
Guided Paddleboard and Kayak Tour on the Anahulu River

Explore the lush beauty of Oahu’s North Shore with a guided paddleboard or kayak tour on the Anahulu River. This adventure is perfect for all...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$109
Kauai Cruise Ship Excursion: Wailua River & Fern Grotto

Take a leisurely cruise down the Wailua River to the botanical beauty of the Fern Grotto. Wailua River is known as "the only navigable river"...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.2 (55)
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$109
Mauna Kea Deluxe Whale Watch and Boat Cruise

Set sail on the luxurious Olohana powerboat for the Mauna Kea Deluxe Whale Watch, where stunning views and unforgettable wildlife encounters await. This 2-hour cruise...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$109
Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Experience an unforgettable sunset manta ray snorkel tour, consistently ranked among the top lifetime adventures in Hawaiʻi. We specialize in small-group tours, limiting each experience...

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation
2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation
2 to 3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (239)
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$109.03
Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary Pantropical Tour (1.5 hrs)

Discover the beauty of Kona's Cloud Forest with the Pantropical Forest Tour at Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. This 1.5-hour guided walking tour immerses you in...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (90)
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$110
Private Waikiki Hotel Transfer Service to Airport

Punctual and Reliable – We confirm pickup details in advance and guarantee on-time arrival. Safe and Professional Drivers – Experienced, licensed drivers focused on your...

30 to 60 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
30 to 60 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
30 to 60 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$110
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 (283)
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$110.17
Huakai Iki - Little Hiking Adventure

The Little Hiking Adventure takes place on thousands of acres of private conservation land 7-miles above the North Shore town of Haleʻiwa.  Guests will enjoy...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (29)
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$110.67
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