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

Hawaii, USA
Board from Waikiki Beach for a scenic Sunset Sail on the Hāwea
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Our rainbow sails can be spotted from miles away. While on board you may capture such nice photos with the rainbow sails and also the...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (299)
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$72.96

Shark-Dive Tour on Oahu's North Shore
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This ocean adventure on the North Shore of Oahu will change your perspective on our sharks here. Galapagos and tiger sharks are known to frequent...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (248)
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$135

Kauai: Napali Coast Boat Tour and Snorkeling
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We have been operating our tours for over 39 years. We custom built our vessels to provide you with the ideal touring vessel for our...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (213)
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$215

Midday Whale Watch: Mā’alaea Harbor
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Maui is the place to see humpback whales. Each year these magnificent creatures migrate south from Alaska, and although you can see them throughout Hawaii,...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (103)
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$100.22

Kauai: Luau Ka Hikina Admission with Dinner and Lei Greeting

You cannot leave Kauai without an authentic luau experience, and to get one you need only visit us at the newest, most exciting and authentic...

145 to 180 minutesFree Cancellation
145 to 180 minutesFree Cancellation
145 to 180 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.6 (769)
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$175

Waikiki Snorkel Tour
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Honolulu Snorkel Company's snorkel tours include your gear and certified instructor; you’ll be outfitted after the beautiful boat ride to our secret snorkel location just...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (244)
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$50

2-Hour Oahu Sunset Catamaran Sail
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Relax, sit back and delight in our 2-hour sunset sailing cruise on a gorgeous, 53' foot catamaran from the beautiful Ko Olina Marina on Oahu....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (131)
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$130

Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling Tour with Free Pickup
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Experience a special turtle snorkeling adventure in Waikiki aboard a smooth and comfortable catamaran. This all-in-one 6-in-1 ocean tour includes snorkeling, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP),...

3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (208)
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$95

Best Waikiki Sunset Cruise: BYOB Sunset Sail with Swimming
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Our vessel "Hokulani" is a beautiful and spacious custom built sailing trimaran specifically designed for a comfortable ride in Hawaiian waters. What makes Hokulani unique...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$63.20

Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos
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Guaranteed to Catch a Wave! Authentic Hawaii Surf Experience! We are Passionate about Creating the Best Surf Lesson for You! 1-on-1 teaching to allow the...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (112)
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$160

Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona
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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 (214)
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$109.03

From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver

Sip on cocktails and take in the world-famous Maui sunset as our attentive crew serves you a delicious three-course meal table-side. Come aboard the Quicksilver...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$139.95

Paddleboard Yoga Class in Honolulu
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Experience yoga while floating on the crystal clear waters of Honolulu, Hawaii. Standup paddleboard yoga is a unique adventure that combines the physical challenges of...

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$57.36

Hawaii Volcano National Park Shore Excursion
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I work every Tuesday when the Pride Of America or any ship is in Hilo!!! We drive north of Hilo to see the surf spots...

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (135)
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$178

Through A Glass Darkly The Strange and Tragic History Of Honolulu

Who would imagine that such a happy place has such a tragic history? Hawaii's tumultuous encounter with the outside world began with the arrival of...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$39

2 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watching and Sea Turtle Snorkel Tour

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our 2-hour afternoon tour along Kona's West Coast, where you'll discover the excitement of dolphin watching and snorkeling. Step...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$88

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