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

Oahu, USA
Waikiki small group turtle snorkeling & sailing
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Witness the brilliant colors of a sunrise over Diamond Head crater. Ideal for early birds, couples or families who are up at the crack of...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
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$99
Combo Banana Boat Ride and Bumper Tube Ride in Hawaii
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Get 2 activities for 1 great price! Ride our wild 6-person banana boat that can hold up to 3 people per side. You will try...

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Snorkel with Turtles

At Snorkel with Turtles Hawaii, we are one of the ONLY tour operators that gets you away from the crowded Waikiki snorkelers and in the...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
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$99
Oahu Shark Dive on the North Shore
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Book the Oahu Shark Dive for a thrilling shark encounter off the North Shore. You’ll travel by boat from Haleiwa Harbor, then view sharks from...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
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$99.48
Oahu: North Shore Shark Cage Diving
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Discover the open-ocean world of sharks on this unforgettable Oahu shark cage diving tour. More than just an adventure, this educational experience gives you a...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
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2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$100
Private Turtle Canyon Snorkel & Cruise Waikiki
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Join us for an unforgettable private snorkel adventure! Escape the other crowded tour boats and enjoy the boat privately to yourselves! The boat will be...

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation
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$100
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...

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Surf Lessons For Beginners in Waikiki
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We are a Hawaiian owned local business here on the island of Oahu Providing High Quality lessons at affordable Prices. Our surf instructors are Native...

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$100
Waikiki Beginner Surfing lessons: Private, Group, & Family Option
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Learn to surf from A Skilled Hawaiian Waterman. If you are a beginner who never surfed and is interested in being part of a Private,...

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Surf Lessons get your Social Media video & photos you Surfing HI.

We expect you to be nervous, but our certified, experienced, likeable instructors, and easy teaching technique will make you feel comfortable rite away. Your provided...

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Hawaiian Surfing lessons
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When you book with us, you're not just signing up for a surf lesson — you're supporting a Hawaiian-owned surf school that’s deeply rooted in...

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Surf Lesson for Family or Group in the North Shore of Oahu

Make unforgettable memories together with a private Surf Lesson for Families and Groups on Oahu’s legendary North Shore! Perfect for families, friend groups, or reunions,...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
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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
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1 hour
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$103.66
Turtle Canyon Snorkel in Waikiki, Oahu Semi Private

Guaranteed to see sea turtles! Our company follows a hands-free, no-touching approach on all snorkel tours. When we enter the ocean, we are guests in...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
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$103.66
Group Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour

Paddle along the historic Anahulu stream, home of the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles. These enormous and friendly sea creatures swim peacefully along the river. They...

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2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$104
Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

This serene nighttime adventure provides exclusive access to the villages of the Polynesian Cultural Center after they close to the public and features a controlled...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
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