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

Hawaii, USA
Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour Full Day Experience

Come and join us for a full-day, action-packed tour around Oahu, and be amazed by its finest offerings. You will discover the best of Oahu's...

9 hoursFree Cancellation
9 hoursFree Cancellation
9 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (839)
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$84
North Shore Catamaran Charters
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Perfect for families, couples, and ocean lovers seeking an unforgettable Hawaiian experience. Witness the majestic whales and stunning sunsets on the North Shore of Oahu....

1 day 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 day 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 day 2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$84
Mokolii Island Self Guided Kayak Tour
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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
4.8 (44)
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$82
Rainforest River Kayak Self-Guided Kayak Tour
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This is the Best Kayaking Experience on Oahu. This self-guided* Oahu kayak tour takes you up a calm river into the secluded Kahana valley then...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.0 (3)
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$82
Mokulua Islands Self-Guided Kayak Adventure
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Likely to Sell Out

Explore the Mokolua Islands on this adventurous self-guided tour. The island is a seabird sanctuary and the beach is also a resting spot for monk...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.0 (4)
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$82
Self-Guided Kayaking Tour in Kailua Bay and Popoia Island

Meet in Kailua at the Active Oahu storefront where friendly staff will help you load your kayaks and gear. From there drive a few minutes...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$82
7 Day Pass LeaLea Trolley and Waikiki Trolley Pink Line

The "LeaLea Trolley" offers a unique and immersive way to explore the best of Oahu, providing easy access to popular attractions and hidden gems. Starting...

40 to 180 minutesFree Cancellation
40 to 180 minutesFree Cancellation
40 to 180 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$82
Premier Pearl Harbor and Hawaiian Kingdom History Tour

Dive deep into the past and uncover history's secrets with your Pearl Harbor Adventure. This unforgettable experience transports you back to the unforgettable events of...

6 hoursFree Cancellation
6 hoursFree Cancellation
6 hours • Free Cancellation
3.0 (1)
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$81
Waikiki: 2-hour Turtle Canyon Snorkeling Adventure
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Likely to Sell Out

Join us for a 2-hour snorkeling adventure at Turtle Canyon, one of Oahu’s top snorkeling spots! Cruise along the stunning Waikiki coastline aboard our either...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,454)
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$80.71
Kona Tradewind Catamaran Day Sail

Experience the beauty of the Kona Coast from a new perspective aboard the Spirit of Aloha sailing catamaran. Feel the trade winds fill the sails...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (50)
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$80.10
West Oahu Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Appetizers

End your day in paradise with a relaxing sunset sail along Oahu's stunning west coast. Departing from Waianae Harbor, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (188)
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$80.10
3-Hour Fishing Trip in Waikiki

Experience Waikiki from a different perspective. Captivating views of Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach and Honolulu! Catch all sorts of Hawaiian reef fish while taking in...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.5 (26)
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$80
Glow of the Deep: Night Snorkeling with Manta Rays

Ensure a manta ray sighting on this 2.5-hour night tour. Head out in Kona, one of the best places in the world to see mantas, to...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,239)
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$80
Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay
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Likely to Sell Out

Set out from Kailua-Kona for a half-day snorkeling activity to Kealakekua Bay/Captain Cook, one of the top snorkeling destinations on the Big Island. Look for...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (160)
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$80
Ultimate Ocean Encounters Midday Snorkel

On this 3-hour excursion you can expect to see and snorkel with as much sea life as possible. Trust our Captains and Crew with their...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (42)
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$80
Whale Watching on Big island
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Likely to Sell Out

Hawaii’s Big Island is home to migrating pods of humpback whales, which often breach as they build up energy for their northward migration. This narrated...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$80
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