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

Hawaii, USA
4 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch

1. Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure - Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17 - The friendly staff welcomes guests...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (47)
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$150

Big Island Family Off Road Farm Adventure at Ohana Ranch
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Just minutes from Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, this 2-hour UTV tour takes you beyond the typical sights and into the heart of the Big Island....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (46)
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$109

Princeville - Snorkeling Shore Excursion

Once you have your snorkeling Sea Scooter you will soon be snorkeling like a pro. Prepare to snorkel next to a Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle,...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (46)
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$123

2.5 Hour Whale Escape Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

This whale watching tour is 2.5 hours long with a maximum of 6 guests. Our small groups make every seat a front row seat as...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (45)
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$177

Small group Turtle Snorkel (18 people max): Sightings Guaranteed
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Likely to Sell Out

We limit our brand new 49-person boat to only 18 people to give you the attention you deserve in the water and for your comfort...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (45)
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$85

Waimea Botanical Garden & Waterfall and Pali Lookout

Received the Honolulu 2025 Best Tour Agency Award. We have received the 2023 & 2024 Cool Hawaii Travelers Choice Award as "Best of The Best".....

8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (44)
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$154

High Ropes Adventure Course at Coral Crater

Don't like heights? Guess what? Coral Crater's Adventure Course is here to help you beat that fear! You'll be all strapped in safely, so no...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.8 (44)
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$62.82

Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Center from Maui

Join us on an unforgettable day at three of Oahu’s most popular attractions: Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center. We begin at historic...

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
9 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation
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$479.99

Mokolii Island Self Guided Kayak Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

We provide everything you need to have a great and safe time out on the water. You'll get kayaks, seat backs, life vests, dry bags...

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

Certified Divers: Best 2-Tank Wrecks & Reef Boat Dive All Inclusive From Waikiki

What sets us apart: 1. Bespoke dive sites on Oahu 2. Unlike 98% of the snorkeling and diving tour operators in Hawaii, our crew are...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (43)
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$259

Adventure Course Extreme Including Climbing Wall & Rappel

Climbing Tower: Get ready to climb high on an awesome tower. It's like being in a treehouse but way more exciting! Crazy Challenges: On the...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (43)
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$109

Kauai Shore Excursion - Waimea Canyon Adventure Tour - Nawiliwili

This tour is perfect for those who wants to relax and enjoy the scenery without being distracted while driving. Let our experienced tour guide tell...

7 hours
7 hours
7 hours
4.9 (43)
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$189

The Best 7 am 1.5 Hour Whale Watching Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Most customers enjoy the hydrophone we put into the water to hear the whales sing the most. We answer any whale questions and will be...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (42)
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$97.30

Group Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour

Paddle along the historic Anahulu stream, home of the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles. These enormous and friendly sea creatures swim peacefully along the river. They...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (42)
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$104

Maui Farm to Taco: A Farm to Table Cooking Class

Our farm's sustainable, regenerative practices reflect in the taste of our crops, providing a genuinely educational cooking experience. You'll get hands-on training from our in-house...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (42)
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$149

Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Center from Kona

Join us on an unforgettable day at three of Oahu’s most popular attractions: Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center. We begin at historic...

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation
9 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (42)
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$479.99

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