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

Oahu, USA
Private 1-On-1 Surf Lesson
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We're passionate about being the highlight of your vacation. We only offer private lessons, so you'll never surf with strangers. And we're the only surf...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$195
Waikiki Heritage and Diamond Head Wildlife Sail

Set sail along the iconic Waikiki coastline for a laid-back 1.5-hour afternoon on the water. This experience emphasizes relaxation, scenic views of Oʻahu’s south shore,...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$101.15
City By The Sea - 20 Min Helicopter Tour - Doors Off or On

Soar over the Honolulu skyline and Waikiki's white-sand beaches as you discover the seaside city of Oahu. Enjoy views of Diamond Head, Punchbowl Crater, and...

20 minutesFree Cancellation
20 minutesFree Cancellation
20 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$405
Oahu Circle Island Tour Great for Solo Travelers and Small Groups

We keep our groups small with no more than 14 guests so the experience feels relaxed, personal, and easy to join, especially for solo travelers....

9 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
9 hours 30 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
9 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$129
Waikiki: Golden Hour Sunset Cocktail Cruise

Cast off on a breathtaking 90-minute sunset cruise off the coast of Waikiki! Enjoy unparalleled comfort aboard our 50-foot double-decker boat, featuring a Titanic-style bow...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$59
Honolulu's Walking Food Tour
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Enjoy culinary delights while we sample the best of Oahu's south shore lunch options. Join us and explore Diamond Head. Recognized by its iconic silhouette,...

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$159
Private Surf Lesson

Get the most out of your surf session with a true one on one learning experience. No experience necessary!...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$225
Oahu Hidden Waterfall Hike: A Tropical Paradise Adventure

Discover a hidden waterfall hike on this privately owned slice of paradise. Join us on this mild to moderate guided waterfall hiking tour with less...

3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$92.31
Huakai Iki - Little Hiking Adventure

The Little Hiking Adventure takes place on thousands of acres of private conservation land 7-miles above the North Shore town of Haleʻiwa.  Guests will enjoy...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$110.67
Polynesian Canoe Day Sail

Kamoauli is a locally owned, all-wood, double-hulled, traditional Polynesian canoe (wa’a kaulua) offering a one-of-a-kind native Hawaiian cultural and educational experience. Come sail along the...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$200
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience From the Big Island

Here is your chance to visit Kilauea volcano and see the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands. On this inter-island excursion, you’ll visit the famous Kona...

8 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$139
Half-Day Hiking Tour to Diamond Head and Makapuu Lighthouse

Experience two of Oahu’s most iconic hikes with Kaimana Tours. This self-guided adventure combines the Diamond Head Crater and Makapu‘u Point Trail, with round-trip shuttle...

6 hoursHotel pickup offered
6 hoursHotel pickup offered
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered
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$70.99
Oahu Beach Picnic: Private, Luxury Experience
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Your host will serve and guide you through your luxurious picnic experience and enhance your time by offering personalized recommendations and tips about the local...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$125
Surf Lessons on the North Shore Great for Families and all Ages

Oahu has many amazing spots to learn how to surf. The world-famous North Shore is probably one of the best spots in Hawaii to learn...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$100
Nature Hike to Waterfall

Want a tour with lots to see but no crowds? This is your tour. We have a maximum of 10 people so you get a...

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$99
South Shore Open Sail from Kewalo Harbor Including Drinks

Join us for a 90-minute daytime sailing experience from Kewalo Basin Harbor on one of the most iconic catamarans in Honolulu! Our sails always have...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$47.50
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