12 Guided Tours in Honolulu Worth Booking

1.Self guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79Our pick

Ride from a designated Waikiki pickup point to Manoa Falls, then walk through rain-fed forest to a 150-foot waterfall. Guides such as Robert, Arlaine, Hema, and Cortina add plant lore, local history, walking sticks, water, and sometimes bug spray. A final Tantalus lookout may be included.

“Hema is an amazing guide! We thoroughly enjoyed the hike! We enjoyed every aspect of the trip! Thank you for having such a wonderful outing!”

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2.Guided Snorkel Tour for Beginners in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 269 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59Top rated

Meet at 1501 Ala Moana Blvd for a 90-minute beginner snorkel lesson in a sheltered Honolulu lagoon. Your guide teaches breathing, gear use, and water safety before leading a small group over a reef with more than 20 fish types. Videos are sent to your phone afterward.

“Very family friendly! Nick was our snorkeling instructor and was excellent. It was perfect for first time snorkeling. It was a small group which was a great way to learn. Definitely worth it!”

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3.Manoa Falls Rainforest & Self-Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 227 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52Best value

Take a self-guided rainforest hike to Manoa Falls with round-trip shuttle service from select Waikiki hotels. Drivers such as Matthew, Steve, Orlando, and D share local stories on the way. Expect muddy rocks, steep sections, birds, tropical plants, and waterfall flow that changes with rainfall.

“It was a great trip. Our driver was very friendly and knowledgeable. The hike was more than what we expected. Had a great time”

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4.Full-Day Guided Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews

Spend 8 to 9 hours touring Oahu with a private guide such as Ryan, Kelly, JK, or Ionnis. The day combines coffee, North Shore food trucks, snorkeling with green sea turtles, local farms, surf culture, and movie-site views. Paddle sports, hiking, and Waimea Falls can be added around your group’s interests.

“We were so lucky to have selected this tour. Booking it was very easy and we were picked up from our hotel by Ryan.”

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5.Oahu Uncovered: Full Island Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $218

Travel around Oahu in a small group of up to 10 with a local guide such as Sean, Travis, Matt, or Jason. Expect Waikiki pickup, Diamond Head views, North Shore beaches, Nuʻuanu Pali, sea turtles, macadamia nuts, local food options, and stories about Hawaiian culture.

“Our guide Jason was exceptional. We had another couple with us - total 4 - and he was able to adapt the tour to everyone’s taste. We saw and learned so much it was amazing.”

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6.Waikiki Beginner Private Surf Lesson- Female Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 40 reviews · 1 hour · from $135

Meet Ali at Duke Kahanamoku’s statue for a private Waikiki surf lesson made for beginners. You’ll get 20 to 30 minutes of shore instruction, a board and leash, then guided time in the water. You must know how to swim. Drone photos and video may be available for purchase.

“Amazing experience! My daughter was a little hesitant but Ali made sure she was comfortable and felt safe. Ali worked with my daughter to maximize her surfing experience. 100% would book again!”

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7.Full-Day Circle Island Guided Tour of Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $199

See Oahu with a small private group and guides such as Luz, Keoki, or Danny. Your air-conditioned ride includes Wi-Fi, phone chargers, water, and a shell lei, with stops at Diamond Head, Byodo-In Temple, North Shore beaches, Green World Coffee, and Dole Plantation.

“After reading reviews, we decided to take a risk with a tour company with 0 reviews. So glad we gave this small company a chance. Luz was amazing! She started us on our journey with a private tour for party of four. We got to do everything advertised, and she also provided us with helpful information regarding other activities to do. Thank you Luz!!!”

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8.Secret Oahu Hawaii Culture Tour With A Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $197

Spend four to five hours touring Oahu with a local guide, often in a private-feeling group of no more than five. Learn about Hawaiian culture at Makapuu Heiau, Pele’s Chair, Ulupo Heiau, Iolani Palace, and other historic sites, with hotel pickup, drinks, and snacks included.

“Lanai picked us up at our hotel in his Jeep and we spent the day on a personal adventure with him. He explained the Hawaiian culture to us, showed us many beautiful and sacred sites, and we got to sit back and let him do all the driving. Well worth the money - very reasonably priced for the private tour and personal experience. We will do other Jeep Tours in the future.”

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9.O‘ahu Highlights Private Guided Tour: Landmarks & Architecture

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $225

Join guide Jeff Parker of DTours for a private four-hour introduction to Oʻahu’s landmarks, architecture, and mountain views. You’ll travel by private vehicle from Waikīkī through downtown Honolulu to Diamond Head, Iʻolani Palace, Kawaiahaʻo Church, Nuʻuanu Pali, and the Koʻolau Range, with bottled water included.

“The picture is of our guide Jeff Parker and my husband at chinamans hat. So many interesting places off the beaten path and all the highlights too!”

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10.Waikiki Food Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $100

Meet your English-speaking guide at King David Kalākaua's Statue for three hours of Waikiki tasting. Try malasadas, poke, Hawaiian barbecue, shave ice, and a Japanese treat with a Hawaiian twist while learning how Hawaiian, Portuguese, Japanese, and other food traditions meet in Honolulu.

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11.Self Guided Hike Trail to Nature Walk & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★3.2 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $82

Ride from Waikiki in an air-conditioned vehicle, then take a self-guided walk through Manoa Valley to Oahu’s accessible 150-foot Manoa Falls. Finish at Tantalus Lookout for views of Diamond Head and Waikiki. Bring water, insect repellent, a towel, and shoes you can get muddy.

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12.Private Full-Day Circle Island Guided Small-Group up to 6 (Se habla Español)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Explore Oahu by private, air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Luz or Mish. You’ll see Diamond Head, Halona Blowhole, Makapu‘u, the North Shore, Byodo-In Temple, Dole Plantation, and local food stops, with room to adjust the day to your group.

“Our driver mish was amazing!!! He was very polite and friendly he told us a lot of interesting things about Hawaii and the history of it. He made sure to stay close and he was very helpful taking our pictures for us, getting us a water, making sure the ac was at a comfortable level for us. He help us find sea turtles, gave us a tour of the dole plantation. I would highly recommend him!!”

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