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Hawaii’s best days out.
The 15 guided tours travellers book most across Oahu and Maui, with what each one costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it.
Visit Ku’ia Estate’s Lahaina chocolate factory, tour a West Maui cacao farm, then taste nine award-winning chocolates in a treehouse.
Most Popular“Advertised small tour capped at 10 people was incorrect. We had 13 passengers in van. Was crammed in. I asked guide and he said this is how many their tour takes, your information was wrong. Suggest you change your ad.”
Cycle Haleakalā at sunrise, then coast 15 miles downhill with gear included. Air-conditioned transport, Makawao stop, self-guided pace.
“The sunrise was breathtaking, the whole experience of the color changes is a spectacle. Dan was an awesome tour guide, very funny and knowledgeable, gave a great tour.”
Full-day Oahu bus tour with hotel pickup, Waimea Valley swim, Nu’uanu Pali views, Byodo-In Temple, North Shore surf, and lunch.
“Amazing day! Our tour guy HumuHumu was brilliant. We had so much fun 👍”
Self-guided Haleakala downhill bike tour from 6,500 ft with full gear, roadside help, and stops in Kula, Makawao, and Paia.
“Thrilling ride down Haleakala. 95% of the ride is steering and coasting with 5% being a demanding up hill climb. Our whole family (including teenage boys) very much enjoyed the experience and recommend it. Neat little town to explore on the way down too.”
A beginner-friendly snorkeling lesson at Wailea Beach for non-swimmers, with gear, shallow-water coaching, and paddleboard sea turtle sightings.
“As a non swimmer I felt in safe hands and never rushed. The team is really great with beginners and made sure we are comfortable in water and with the snorkel gears. The initial orientation and warm up on the shore to get familiar helped and the whole experience was a smooth sail. James was…”
Guided Raptor UTV ride through Kualoa Ranch’s Kaʻaʻawa Valley with movie filming sites, Hawaiian stories, and big photo stops from $166.
“Always a fun experience. Done this every time we’ve visited the island.”
Guided Oahu rainforest hike to Manoa Falls plus Pu’u Ualaka’a lookout, with Waikiki pickup and small-group pace. 3 hours, $79.
“Super fun! Even though it rained the whole time we were there! But still beautiful to be in nature !!”
Maui rainforest waterfalls hike with a naturalist guide, swimming and optional jumps, plus a picnic lunch by the falls. Pickup from Kihei/Wailea.
“Kaden was extremely knowledgeable about the plants and environment on the hike. We sampled some edible flowers along the way. We had some younger kids along with the group and he payed attention to them making sure they were safe during the hiking and swimming. Went with a good friend and we enjoyed the afternoon.…”
Self-guided bike down Haleakala plus upcountry towns. Gear, windbreakers, and transport included. Start in Haiku, finish back there.
“We expected a nice, long scenic bike ride. What we got was a van ride with a fun guide and a few miles of coasting downhill on a mountain bike. Do not expect a workout or an adventurous ride. It's just a photo stop on mountain bikes with an optional coffee break in between two…”
Cycle into the dark for Haleakala sunrise, then coast down Fabulous 29 switchbacks with gear, safety support, and a Haiku breakfast.
“Great opportunity to see the sunrise, understand the native plants and peoples and experience a great ride down the volcano. Hat tip to Dan, Dru and Steve for a great day that was a lot of fun.”
Beginner snorkeling in Honolulu with a small group, gear provided, and reef time plus videos on your phone. $59, about 90 minutes.
“It’s worth the price! Nicholas took us a family of four and two other young ladies to an unforgettable adventure in the lagoon.”
Self-guided Manoa Falls hike with Waikiki shuttle pickup, rainforest direction help, water, bug spray, and a tough rocky climb.
“If you’re looking for a simple way to explore the Manoa rainforest without a formal guide, this self-guided tour does the trick. The rain was on and off, which is expected in a rainforest, and while the ground was a bit muddy, it was manageable with decent footwear. The trail was a little busy but…”
Oahu circle island day tour with a local guide: Byodo-In Temple, Waimea Valley waterfall swim, North Shore surf stops, Haleiwa shave ice, Dole Whip.
“Loved this tour! Bus was very comfortable and the driver was very nice. Would absolutely do this tour again. Only drawback was not enough time at the Dole Plantation.”
Shaka Guide Maui Classic Road to Hana is a GPS, offline audio drive with flexible stops for waterfalls, beaches, and trails from Kahului to Paia.
“The Shaka guide was a great resource to have to accompany us on the drive to Hana. We were amazed with how well it synced up with our drive. The only issue we had was more with the connection with the rental car audio, which would occasionally lose connection with the tour”
Guided Kahului rainforest walk to two waterfalls with natural pools and optional 10-foot cannonball jumps. Easy hike, real water time.
“From Argentia, visiting a new place. Everything is excellent. Thank you so much 🙏✈️🌴”
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