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

Oahu, USA
2hr Luxury Private Sailing Catamaran in Waikiki for 1-6 People
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Create a cruise where you can explore and get away from the crowds of Waikiki. Private charters allow more flexibility with the day’s schedule and...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (14)
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$1,150
Wai Kai Adventure Park: Surf Session
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What sets this apart is the wave itself. The Wai Kai Wave is an engineered standing wave—a continuous, perfectly shaped break that lets you surf...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$61.25
Oahu: Private North Shore Boat Charter
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Our North Shore adventure tours are perfect for people of all ages. Bring your family or friends and create new memories. Turn the tour into...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$1,200
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...

45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutesFree Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (5)
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$99
Surf Honolulu: Ala Moana Stand-up Paddleboard Lesson
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For good fun and a great workout, take a stand-up paddleboard lesson on your Oahu vacation. At a beach near Waikiki, your instructor shows you...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$139
Waikiki Surf Lesson (Hawaiian Boy Surf School)
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Escape to paradise and ride the turquoise waves with Hawaiian Boy Surf School. Born and raised on the sun-kissed shores of Hawaii, our passionate Native...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
3.8 (10)
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$140
Surfing Lessons in Waikiki
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Immerse yourself in the Beautiful, clear, and friendly waters of Waikiki While Learning to surf from the Hawaiian's! Coming to Hawaii and getting the Genuine...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$125
2hr Luxury Private Sailing Catamaran for 7-12 People
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Likely to Sell Out

Create a cruise where you can explore and get away from the crowds of Waikiki. Private charters allow more flexibility with the day’s schedule and...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$1,495
Sunset Stand Up Paddle with Photos and Turtles
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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...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$139
Private Boat Charter in Waikiki for Snorkeling and Events
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Likely to Sell Out

Discover the beauty of Waikiki with a private boat day charter, perfect for snorkeling, coastal cruising, events, and seasonal whale watching from January to March....

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$1,300
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,...

1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hourFree Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
5.0 (8)
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$100
Semi Private Surf Lesson at Jamie O'Brien School of Surf Waikīkī
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Gather your family or friends for an unforgettable surfing experience in the gentle waves of Waikīkī. This semi-private surf lesson offers a personalized approach, ensuring...

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$149
Small Group Shallow Reef Dive in Oahu

Hawaii does not have “dive sites” as you find elsewhere. We have amazing, beautiful, and huge reef systems that surround the islands. Here on Oahu,...

4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hoursFree Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$259
Private Surf Lessons in North Shore Oahu

Private surfing lessons on the north shore. Our guarantee is we get you up and riding waves during your first lesson. With all of our...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$120
Private Surf Lesson for 3-5 People in North Shore Oahu

Experience the exhilaration of surfing at Oahu's legendary North Shore. Ideal for families, friends, or team-building, this 2-hour session ensures each member of your group...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$149
SEMI PVT (2 ppl min) Oahu Surf Coaching/Lessons long/shortboard
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We offer a very personalized service with safety as our top priority. Our lessons are an ideal activity for families looking for a safe and...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$135
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