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

Hawaii, USA
Waikiki, Hawaii: Deluxe Snorkel and Wildlife Cruise
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Join this ultimate Waikiki Snorkeling Cruise and discover Hawaii’s vibrant underwater world. Swim among colorful tropical fish and coral reefs, slide down a two-story waterslide,...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (459)
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$89
Waikiki and Diamond Head Parasailing Experience

Take flight up to 1,000 feet above Oahu’s famous coastline on a thrilling 1-hour parasailing adventure from Waikiki. Launch from the boat and soar over...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.9 (208)
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$34
Oahu: The Magical Mystery Show! at Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel
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Step back in Hawaii's history to 1881 when King Kalakaua visited London. You've found the hidden gem of Oahu. This is Honolulu’s #1-rated evening show...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3,502)
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$99
Lauhala Bracelet Craft Class on Maui

Our classes are fun and informal experiences intended to introduce the culturally curious to the history and arts of Hawaiʻi. Our instructors love talking story...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (31)
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$25
Kauai: Na Pali Sunset & Sightsee Boat Tour
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Find a sunset state of mind, cruising along the Napali Coast, one of Hawaii’s most stunning and humbling landscapes. Come aboard our clean, sleek 65’...

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,195)
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$263.82
Luxury Snorkel Cruise with Dolphin Watch and Hawaiian Meal

Cruise along Oahu's scenic west coast aboard a comfortable, custom catamaran designed for premium ocean exploration and unbeatable coastal views. You'll dive into the island's...

3 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,431)
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$174
Maui: Haleakala Sunrise Spectacular with Local Breakfast
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Witness the dawning of a new day atop Haleakala (the house of the sun) a dormant volcanic mountain overlooking Maui on the east side. Deep...

10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (2,349)
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$254.46
Oahu: Kualoa Ranch UTV Raptor Tour
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Traveling with family and friends? You can enjoy the fantastic Multi-passenger UTV Raptor experience with your entire family or as a group with the extra...

2 hours
2 hours
2 hours
4.8 (1,635)
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$165.62
Maui: Original Sunset Cruise with Open Bar from Ka’anapali Beach
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Likely to Sell Out

Part of the reason Maui has been so popular year after year is due to the breathtaking sunsets. Sure you could just watch from the...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,513)
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$137.49
Maui: Turtle Reef Morning Snorkel Cruise with Breakfast & Lunch

This experience combines great snorkeling with a fun, comfortable boat designed for all ages. The Quicksilver is a spacious double decker catamaran featuring a waterslide...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (527)
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$99.95
Maui Horseback Adventure at Circle M Ranch With Real Cowboys
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Join real ‘paniolos’ (Hawaiian cowboys) on an unforgettable journey as they lead you on horseback through Maui's Circle M Ranch. Meander up green pastures to...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (798)
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$198.55
Oahu: Cage-Free Shark Swim on the North Shore
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Experience the ultimate Oahu shark dive with this North Shore shark tour family. Swim cage‑free with sharks in the crystal‑clear waters off Haleiwa, guided by...

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 45 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,117)
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$150
Honolulu: Pacific Star Sunset Dinner Cruise and Show

Indulge in the original Pacific Rim cuisine, where each dish serves as a gateway to the rich flavors of the region. Enjoy the ALL-NEW show...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (755)
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$139
Whale Watching from Ma'alaea Harbor

Experience Maui's top-rated whale watch with the experts departing from Ma'alaea Harbor. These informative and fun two-hour whale watches are led by a team of...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (573)
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$99.97
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
The Maui Butterfly Farm Tour
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We have moved to a new location! We are now located at 820 Olowalu Village Rd, next to the Olowalu General Store on the way...

45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (491)
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$49.99
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