Top things to do in Hawaii in Summer (Updated August 2026)

Hawaii, USA
Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Sea Caves Expedition on Kauai

Embark on the ultimate summer adventure: a thrilling Zodiac raft tour to Kauai’s Na Pali Coast Sea Caves, available May 17 –September 20. Enjoy a...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$235
Surfing Lessons at Waikiki with Local FIREFIGHTERS

Learn how to surf with a local firefighter of Hawaii. Many off duty firemen enjoy their days off surfing and teaching others their passion out...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (224)
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$99
Private & Semi-Private Surf Lessons in Waikiki
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REAL WAVES - AND MORE OF THEM! We’ll take you to the real lineup where the best and longest waves happen. REAL SURF INSTRUCTION. Ty...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (55)
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$118.82
Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach

This tour operator wants you to have the best experience in your life, have fun, learn about the ocean, Hawaiian culture and most importantly learn...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (333)
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$129
Sea Scooter Snorkeling Tour with Photo and Video - Wailea Beach

With our luxury Yamaha sea scooters you can explore more of the reef, snorkel alongside sea turtles, butterfly fish, octopus, rays, eels and more. Every...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (270)
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$149
Beginner Scuba Dive in Kaanapali

Go scuba diving during your Maui vacation! Our Lahaina dive shop is owned and operated by a PADI instructor with 20 years of professional teaching...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$219.12
Turtle Town Underwater Scooter Snorkeling Tour with Photos+Video

With our luxury Yamaha sea scooters you can explore more of the reef, snorkel alongside sea turtles, butterfly fish, octopus, rays, eels and more. Every...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (40)
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$149
Turtle Town Sea Scooter Experience: Electric Jet Snorkel

At Zephyr Maui we believe the best experiences happen in small groups. Expect personalized attention and attentive guides worlds away from large tour ops. Swim...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (142)
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$119
Kauai: Express Na Pali Sunset Tour aboard 'Imiloa

Embark on an unforgettable outdoor adventure along Kauai’s legendary Nā Pali Coast. Perfect for those determined to witness its breathtaking cliffs, sea caves, and emerald...

5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hoursFree Cancellation
5 hours • Free Cancellation
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$190.25
Private Shark Dive, Oahu, Hawaii (6 Guest)
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Join the most experienced team in Hawaii for an open water shark dive! Snorkel or free-dive among a multitude of shark species all while under...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (37)
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$753.99
Hanauma Bay Guided Snorkel Tour (with guaranteed entrance time)

100% woman owned and operated with over a decade of guiding tours at Hanauma Bay! Enjoy an exciting semi private (5 people max) FULLY guided...

1 hour
1 hour
1 hour
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$103.66
Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Picnic: Expert-Guided

Outfitters Kauai delivers a more personal and enriching Wailua River experience. Paddle in comfort with premium tandem kayaks featuring high-back seats and foot-controlled rudders. Our...

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (77)
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$145.23
Maunalua Bay Higher Flyer Parasailing Adventure

Bring the whole family along for an exhilarating Oahu parasailing adventure from Honolulu! Soar above the waters of Maunalua Bay for breathtaking views of the...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.7 (220)
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$94.24
Beach Snorkel - Sea Turtle and Black Sand Lagoon

Discover a world of marine science and one of the best snorkeling spots in the Hilo region at these two family-friendly beach parks, accessed from...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$135.80
Sunset sail Aboard Manakai Catamaran
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Likely to Sell Out

Step aboard Mana Kai, a handcrafted catamaran built by William Brown, son of legendary waterman Woody Brown—a true piece of Hawaiian sailing history. With a...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$49.82
Kayak and Snorkel West Maui at Olowalu

Maui Adventure Tours Kayak Company offers a 3 hour, expert-guided tour at Olowalu Beach, featuring opportunities to kayak along Maui's longest continuous reef, snorkel with...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.6 (165)
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$119
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