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

Hawaii, USA
Outrigger Canoe Surfing
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Surf two waves on an outrigger canoe! Canoe surfing was once a sport reserved solely for Hawaiian royalty--but now everyone can experience this thrilling ride! The...

20 minutes
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20 minutes
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$51.54
Ultimate Maui Kayak Snorkel Experience

Aloha Kayaks Maui is a LOCALLY owned and operated company. We are a community minded company with a focus on conservation and ocean stewardship. You...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$130
Parasailing on Maunalua Bay- Oahu's off Waikiki Playground

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 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$54.20
Kauai Private Group Snorkel Tour with Sea Turtles

Experience Kauai’s underwater wonders on a personalized Private Group Snorkel Adventure, guided by friendly local Divemasters known for their patience and aloha spirit. Your group...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$595
[Free Pickup]Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkeling & 6-in-1 Activities

⭐5,000+ Google 5-Star Reviews FREE Round-Trip Waikiki Hotel Transportation Turtle Guarantee – Free Return Tour if No Turtles Are Spotted ⭐Join one of Waikiki's most...

3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hoursFree Cancellation
3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$90
Group Surf Lesson at Kalapaki Beach

We’ve been teaching surfing since 1983 on Kauai’s best learning beach, Kalapaki Beach. Learn how to paddle and balance on your board and master the...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$103.66
Kauai's Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel (NO BOAT): North Anini

Our Guided Shore Snorkeling Tour at Anini Beach offers a unique, intimate experience that sets it apart. Starting directly from the shore, it eliminates the...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$119.80
Waikiki Snorkeling Adventure

When you choose our popular Oahu snorkel cruise, you’ll be able to swim within safe viewing distance of regularly frequenting fishes and the occasional green...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$89
2 Hour Big Island Reef Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour

Embark on an unforgettable 2-hour afternoon adventure along Kona's beautiful West Coast aboard KIBOU, our custom-built speedboat designed for exploring Hawaii's incredible coastline. This tour...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$88
Sunset and Manta Ray Snorkel Adventure
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Likely to Sell Out

Our most popular tour!  Watch a legendary Kona sunset from our spacious 50’ catamaran as you sail the Kona coast, followed by the adventure of...

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$154.51
Secret Island Beach Activities from Kualoa Ranch

Catch a catamaran across an 800 year old fishpond to Kualoa's Secret Island Beach Activity to find an ideal place to relax and spend the...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$64.07
Paddle Board North Shore with Rescue Dogs
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If you love dogs, this is the best experience on Oahu. Our trained rescue dogs love to teach paddle boarding, and they can’t wait to...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$125
3 Zipline Adventure and 3.5 hour Afternoon Snorkel Cruise

Combine adrenaline and relaxation on this full-day Oʻahu adventure featuring a 3-zipline experience at Coral Crater Adventure Park and a 3.5-hour snorkeling cruise from Ko...

5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$273.99
Oahu: Educational Shark Dive from Haleiwa - Sharks Guaranteed

This shark dive is an interactive research-based program now open to the public. It has been hailed as "one of the best programs for inspiring...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (550)
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$165.71
West Maui Afternoon Snorkel from Ka’anapali Beach

This unique snorkel adventure departs at noon. Perfect for travelers that wish to still enjoy one of Maui's most incredible snorkeling locations but do not...

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (535)
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$192
Waikiki: Open Group Surfing Lesson

Learn to surf on Oahu’s iconic Waikiki Beach with a 2-hour group lesson led by certified, professional instructors. Join fellow beginners and discover the secrets...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$112.31
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