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

Hawaii, USA
Kauai's Ultimate South Island Zodiac Boat Snorkel Adventure

Explore Kauai’s southern coastline on a three-hour eco-friendly snorkel tour aboard a USCG-style Zodiac boat. Guided by experienced local marine naturalists, you’ll visit two prime...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (425)
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$161.43
Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

Our Hawaiian family takes great pride in sharing Hanalei’s rich history and culture with you. Our ocean-river combo tour departs from our private dock and...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (613)
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$160.49
Kualoa Ranch Jurassic Adventure Tour

Our deluxe 2.5-hour JURASSIC ADVENTURE TOUR will take you to iconic film sites in Kualoa, Hakipu’u and Ka’a’awa Valleys. Buckle up and enjoy this bumpy...

2 hours 30 minutes
2 hours 30 minutes
2 hours 30 minutes
4.8 (568)
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$160.28
Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcano Safari Lava Caves & Black Sand
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Approx 6 hr long. Explore the places less traveled among Hawaii's back roads of Kilauea volcano. Explore exciting Lava Caves and Lava trees in a...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (414)
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$160
Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

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 (116)
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$160
Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling & Turtles

See the secrets of Oahu through the eyes of a local guide! Born and raised on the island, Shane provides a personalized experience in a...

8 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$160
Kaimana Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Adventure

Join us for a beautiful ocean tour traveling the Kona coastline to Kealakekua Bay where you will experience a world-renowned reef snorkeling site. This area...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$160
Historic Hilo Bay and Coconut Island Guided Kayak Adventure

Experience the history and natural beauty of old Hawaii, unlike anywhere else in the islands, as you will soon discover Hilo Bay captures the feeling...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.5 (29)
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$160
South-East Oahu Adventure Private Tour

See the secrets of Oahu through the eyes of a local guide! Born and raised on the island, Shane provides a personalized experience in a...

8 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$160
Maui Snorkeling Adventure to Molokini and Turtle Town

Visit Maui’s famous snorkeling and diving destinations Molokini Crater and Turtle Town (or Coral Gardens) on a snorkeling catamaran! Molokini is an extinct volcanic cone...

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.6 (2,282)
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$159.95
Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo In Temple

Join Go Tours Hawaii as we embark on an Unforgettable Oahu Circle Island tour adventure as we journey through Hawaii's wonders. Available 7 days a...

9 hoursFree Cancellation
9 hoursFree Cancellation
9 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (4,234)
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$159
Day's End Cocktail Sunset Sail
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Likely to Sell Out

Drift away aboard our 65’ luxury sailing catamaran and sail into golden hour for Maui’s most scenic cocktail hour. Happy hour at sea with handcrafted...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (93)
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$159
Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission

This comprehensive Oahu Circle Island Tour allows you to experience the island’s most iconic sights in just one day. It is the perfect choice for...

7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 to 8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.7 (122)
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$159
Kauai Deluxe Sightseeing Flight
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Likely to Sell Out

Why has Wings Over Kauai remained one of the most popular tours on Cool Hawaii for the past 10 years? Amazing beauty combined with gentle...

1 hour 5 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 5 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 5 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2,310)
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$159
Honolulu's Walking Food Tour
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Likely to Sell Out

Enjoy culinary delights while we sample the best of Oahu's south shore lunch options. Join us and explore Diamond Head. Recognized by its iconic silhouette,...

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (29)
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$159
Private Beginner Paddleboard 101 Lesson: Makena Landing!

Never ever paddleboarded before? This is for you! This is our Beginner Class. This is a private activity so just you, your Private Group and...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (66)
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$159
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