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The 15 Private Tours on Oahu Worth Planning Around

165 tours  ·  from $25 a head

A shortlist you could hand to a friend flying into Honolulu: 15 private tours, what each includes, what it costs and the one detail worth knowing before you pay.

Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Semi Private Boat Tour - Getting comfortable in the water
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Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Semi Private Boat Tour

1.Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Semi Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 710 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109Our pick

Ride a fast zodiac from Honolulu to Turtle Canyon for a guided snorkel among sea turtles, reef fish, and, sometimes, dolphins or monk seals. The boat takes no more than six travelers, and crew members such as Captain Max, Sophia, and Santiago have helped snorkelers in the water. Gear is provided; the outing lasts about 90 minutes.

“The boat was fast getting there and maximizing our swim. The small group was welcome when compared to other groups in the water and our guide was incredibly patient with a lady on our boat who didn’t know how to swim!”

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Honolulu Airport, Cruise Port and Hotels Private Transfer - What the airport pickup feels like
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Honolulu Airport, Cruise Port and Hotels Private Transfer

2.Honolulu Airport, Cruise Port and Hotels Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 452 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

Arrange a private, one-way ride between Honolulu Airport, the cruise port and Waikiki hotels. Your driver contacts you the evening before, then gives pickup instructions by text. Drivers such as Ken, Kira, Iris and Jackie have been praised for clear communication, careful driving and useful local tips, though your assigned driver may differ.

“We used the transfer service from the hotel to the boat, and then again, from the boat to the airport. Flawless! Excellent service! On time and very personable. Our driver, both times, was Ken. All I can say is, Amazing!!!! Thank you, Ken!”

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Honolulu Airport: Waikiki Private Transfer With Lei Greeting - A name sign makes a tired arrival easier
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Honolulu Airport: Waikiki Private Transfer With Lei Greeting

3.Honolulu Airport: Waikiki Private Transfer With Lei Greeting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40Best value

Meet your driver at Honolulu airport baggage claim, where a name sign and an orchid lei welcome you to Hawaii. Then ride in a private vehicle to your Waikiki hotel or chosen destination. The roughly 30-minute, one-way transfer includes text updates, luggage help, and all fees and taxes. Drivers such as James, Yuan, and Danny have been praised for clear communication and friendly service.

“Very professional. Our driver was waiting for us as promised and was very polite. I would recommend this to anyone!”

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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson - About an Hour in the Water
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Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

4.Waikiki Private Group Surf Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123

At Waikiki’s Stoke Drift Surf School, your private group gets 15 to 30 minutes of beach instruction, then about an hour in the ocean with an instructor. Lessons suit beginners and participants aged 13 and up; children 12 and younger need a private lesson. Past instructors include Justice, Joey, Keith, and Chaz, though your instructor may differ.

“Justice was amazing. This my first time and I was solo and he took great care of me. I am not the most physically fit person so his help was just great when I needed a rest from paddling. I was able to get up and ride a few waves. Great fun!”

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Private Customizable Grand Circle Island Tour of Oahu - Windward Oahu: temple, farm, and Chinaman’s Hat
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Private Customizable Grand Circle Island Tour of Oahu

5.Private Customizable Grand Circle Island Tour of Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $233

Spend six to eight hours touring Oahu in a private, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan, choosing from coastal lookouts, Byodo-In Temple, North Shore stops, farms, and more. Guides such as Ama, Kila, Greg, and June have led personalized trips, but your group should agree on priority stops and time limits before setting out.

“Ama was a wealth of knowledge about his Island. He is a local back many generations. Loved his perspective and insight. We spent over 6 hours with him and the time flew by! Yummy garlic shrimp from a food truck and all the sights in between.”

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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle - Choosing private, family, or group coaching
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Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

6.Family, Private & Group Surfing Lessons, Waikiki Courtesy Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $107

Ohana Surf Project’s Waikiki lesson pairs you with an instructor for beach safety guidance and time in the water on a supplied surfboard. Choose a private, family, or group format, with courtesy shuttle service from select Waikiki stops. Instructors including Luke, Jayden, and Jake have helped nervous beginners and kids catch their first waves.

“1st time surfing for our family of 5. All the coaches were friendly and helpful. We all managed to catch a few waves. I was impressed that the coaches remembered everyone's name. It was so convent to be picked up and dropped off near our hotel. The photo package is extra but worth it - we got photos and videos of all 5 of us. My 11 year old is so excited to try surfing again.”

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Private Pearl Harbor and Honolulu City Tour - Diamond Head views and the Amelia Earhart marker
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Private Pearl Harbor and Honolulu City Tour

7.Private Pearl Harbor and Honolulu City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $233

Spend four to five hours with a private driver-guide, visiting Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, downtown Honolulu, Diamond Head Lookout and Punchbowl. Hotel or harbor pickup in metropolitan Honolulu, bottled water and transport by minivan are included. Guides such as Ama and Eva are praised for sharing Hawaiian history and tailoring the day.

“Ama, our tour guide, was excellent. He has extensive historical knowledge of Hawaiian history and wonderful presentation skills. It would tell anyone booking this tour to ask for him first. I would recommend this as a first tour when visiting Waikiki. Great overview of the area. I wish I had done this on my first day here.”

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Honolulu Airport & Waikiki Hotels Private Transfer by Minivan (up to 5 people) - The airport-to-Waikiki ride
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Honolulu Airport & Waikiki Hotels Private Transfer by Minivan (up to 5 people)

8.Honolulu Airport & Waikiki Hotels Private Transfer by Minivan (up to 5 people)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · 30 to 45 minutes (approx.)

Book a private one-way transfer between Honolulu airport and a Waikiki hotel for up to five people. A driver tracks your flight, meets you near baggage claim with a name sign, and helps with bags. Drivers including James, Ethan, and Stan have handled airport pickups and hotel returns. The ride takes about 30 to 45 minutes.

“Very responsive. Our original hotel caused us some problems and we had to change our pick-up location for our departure. Viator accommodated us with no problem. We had the same driver both times. He was great.”

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Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats - Makapuʻu, reefs, and the eastern shore
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Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

9.Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $415

Take a private, roughly one-hour helicopter flight over Oʻahu, with all-window seating and live commentary in English. The route includes Waikīkī, Diamond Head, Makapuʻu, Kualoa and North Shore surf spots, with an aerial view of Pearl Harbor’s USS Arizona Memorial. Most flights are doors-off, and each helicopter carries two or three passengers.

“Our pilot Jake was great and so personable! It was my first time in a helicopter, so I sat quietly in the back seat. He checked on me a few times to make sure I was good. Just as advertised, we flew over Waikiki Beach, Diamondhead, famous coves, mountains, valleys, windfarms, beautiful beaches, and Pearl Harbor. Jake pointed out all the landmarks along the way. It was a wonderful experience!”

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Swim With Dolphins & Turtles in West Oahu (Semi-Private Tours) - How the three hours unfold
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Swim With Dolphins & Turtles in West Oahu (Semi-Private Tours)

10.Swim With Dolphins & Turtles in West Oahu (Semi-Private Tours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $200

From Waianae, Aloha Ocean takes groups of up to six along Oahu’s west coast to search for wild dolphins, turtles and other marine life. The three-hour trip includes snorkel equipment and a luxury powerboat. Crew members such as Shanti, Koa, Stef and Lauren have led trips, though the team may vary. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

“What an incredible trip! Swam with dolphins (twice!), turtles and fish over coral reefs. Beautiful day and the guides were fantastic from start to finish. Highly recommend - it’s a more personal and custom small group experience (group of 7). Memories to last a lifetime!”

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Full-Day Guided Private Tour - Coffee, Haleiwa, and the North Shore lunch break
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Full-Day Guided Private Tour

11.Full-Day Guided Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews

Spend 8 to 9 hours touring Oahu with a private guide and an itinerary tailored to your group. Stops can include coffee farms, Haleiwa, North Shore food trucks, turtle snorkeling, Banzai Pipeline, Kualoa, and Dole Plantation. Guides include Ryan, Kelly, JK, and others. Snorkel gear, snacks, and air-conditioned transport are included.

“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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Custom Island Tour - for 4 to 5 people - up to 8 hours - Private tour of Oahu - The guide makes or breaks the day
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Custom Island Tour – for 4 to 5 people – up to 8 hours – Private tour of Oahu

12.Custom Island Tour – for 4 to 5 people – up to 8 hours – Private tour of Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Set your own pace on an eight-hour private tour around Oahu, with pickup within 20 miles of Waikiki and room for up to five people. Your guide can suggest island highlights and lesser-known stops, from coastal viewpoints and North Shore food trucks to plantations and historic sites. Car seats, booster seats, and a cooler with ice and water are included.

“An amazing tour of the island. Eddie was the best driver with a ton of local knowledge, history of the island, the Hawaiian people and their culture. Highly recommend the trip to get out of the city and experience a little of Hawaiian life. Eddie was very accommodating and allowed us to customize where we went and how long we stayed. His love of the ocean is contagious and the green turtles showed up right on cue. His suggestions of local favorites were always spot on, with fewer crowds and made the day truly memorable. Thanks Eddie”

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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki - Learn the Fundamentals Before You Paddle Out
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Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

13.Private Surfing Lessons in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Meet at Moku Hawaii in Waikiki for a private surf lesson with an instructor such as Max or Wil. You’ll cover safety, paddling, and standing on the board on land, then walk to the beach with your surfboard. Boards, wax, and sunscreen are included.

“My husband and I really enjoyed the surf lessons. We had never tried it before, so Max taught us from scratch. He explained everything very well and prepared us for our first waves. The lessons took place in a great atmosphere, Max created a very good vibe, he was absolutely kind, patient and attentive to our mistakes, correcting them immediately. Thanks to him, we will definitely try it again.”

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Oahu Unveiled: Tailored Luxury Private Island Tour - Macadamia tasting and the option to stop at Kualoa
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Oahu Unveiled: Tailored Luxury Private Island Tour

14.Oahu Unveiled: Tailored Luxury Private Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $300

This private Oahu tour starts with Waikiki hotel pickup at 9 a.m. and gives your group a guide, a comfortable vehicle, and room to adjust the day. Expect coastal viewpoints, North Shore beaches, Haleiwa, and macadamia tastings. Guides named on past tours include Tyler, Nasia, Lucas, Heather, and Kapua, but ask the operator to confirm who is available.

“Very nice tour with Josh, super friendly and accomodating guide. Please note that this company does not pick up at the Cruise Port. Even though they charge extra for port pickup, you will have to walk 5-10 minutes to an adress that they give you. For us it was ok, but if you have mobility issues, beware. We had a great time! Thank you Josh!”

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Honolulu Private Transfer: Airport, Port, Hotel (1-12 Passengers) - The return ride is a separate booking
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Honolulu Private Transfer: Airport, Port, Hotel (1-12 Passengers)

15.Honolulu Private Transfer: Airport, Port, Hotel (1-12 Passengers)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a one-way private van transfer between Honolulu’s airport or cruise terminal and a Waikiki hotel for up to 12 people. Expect an air-conditioned 12-seat van, a professional driver, and flight-aware pickup communication. Drivers including Jay, Johnny, Gary, and Jason have been praised for clear texts, helpful luggage handling, and easy-to-follow pickup instructions.

“Easy hassle free pickup / drop off. Communication was excellent. We had a family of 8 so this was the easiest and most convenient way to get to and from the airport. Heaps of room for luggage too.”

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