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

Hawaii, USA
First Time Introductory Scuba Dive

On our late morning dive trip, we visit two shallow reefs (average depth of 30′ to 40′ / 9m-12m). We will see hundreds, even thousands...

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Kauai's Ultimate Scooter Adventure 2 Tank Dive (Advance Certified Divers Only)
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Guaranteed small and personal groups of 4 or less No additional charge for equipment use Access to boat dive sites without the motion of the...

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Semi-Private Surf Lesson in Sunny Po'ipu
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Semi-Private Surf Lesson for two or three people max means less people and more waves caught. We are the only Surf School in Po'ipu that...

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Semi-Private Surfing Lesson in Waikiki, Oahu

Experience the thrill of surfing with private surf lessons in Waikiki at Hans Hedemann Surf School — the ideal choice for surfers of all levels....

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Electric Foilboard rides/lessons/sessions at Sugar Beach, Maui

What's more fun than surfing and stand up paddleboarding? Electric foilboard rides! You can fly and surf at the same time! You can cruise along...

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Try Scuba Diving on Kaua’i with Sea Turtles
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Scuba dive with green sea turtles, octopus, tropical reef fish, moray eels, and so much more! An instructor will do a 30 minute verbal briefing...

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Kauai's Ultimate Private Surf Lesson

Guaranteed 1 on 1 instruction Only Company at the "ODD" hours of the day (9am/11am/1pm/3pm) so you don't have to worry about lots of people...

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Oahu Small Group Snorkel Tour with Yacht Cruise

Get comfortable on a 46-foot world renown yacht while enjoying the waters of West Oahu on this guided 3.5-hour experience. With a maximum passenger limit...

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Big Island 9-Line Zipline Experience Plus Private Waterfall Swim

Spend four hours enjoying Hawaii’s ultimate activity park with a visit to the Umauma Falls Zipline Experience. Embark on a thrilling adventure across the park’s...

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1:1 Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson with Pro Coach
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For those standup paddleboarders that love what they do and are ready to do it at a higher level, Team Ohana’s professional lessons are the...

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Private Standup Paddleboard Lesson for Beginners in Kihei
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Learn one of the hottest water sports going, Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) in one of the world's premier destinations, Maui . Maui offers unequaled...

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2 Tanks Scuba Dive Kaua'i from a Boat
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We are a family owned and operated company. Nick and Jessie are the only two people doing the scuba diving. That means we truly care...

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Na Pali Coast - Summer Sea Kayaking Tour

A one-day guided sea kayak adventure along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast — the “Mount Everest” of sea kayaking! This will be a long, impressive day...

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Lanikai to Mokulua islands Stand Up Paddle Board Tour

A unique tour, where you can get a flavor or the real life style in Hawaii. Lanikai means "heavenly sea" and it is a beautiful...

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3-Hour Small-Group Maalaea Luxury Snorkel Cruise Tour

3-hour Maalaea Luxury Snorkel Cruise: Escape the crowds on this intimate snorkel. Share Incredible experiences with Hawaii Nautical. Maalaea Harbor is a wonderful starting point...

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Kona Luxury Catamaran Yacht Snorkel & Sail

Discover the beauty of Kona's coastline aboard No Wiki, a spacious and comfortable sailing catamaran designed for relaxation and adventure. Cruise past rugged lava cliffs...

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