Oahu · WINDWARD OAHU TOURS

The 15 Best Windward Oahu Tours & Day Trips

32 tours  ·  from $25 a head

Cross the Pali and the island changes: green ridges, Kāneʻohe Bay, Byodo-In under the cliffs. The 15 below cover the coast road from Waimānalo up to Kahuku, priced and timed, with a note on which include the lookout stops.

Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple - Diamond Head and the East Coast open the day
Byodo-In Temple Tours, Oahu Circle Island Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo In Temple

Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands - Kailua Beach Park and the first paddle
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu Snorkeling Tours, Tour Reviews, Windward Oahu Tours

Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands

2.Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,311 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114

Paddle Kailua Bay to Flat Island or the Mokuluas, snorkel near Lanikai, spot turtles, and enjoy lunch on a demanding half-day eco-adventure.

“Mike was a skilled and attentive guide. Provided cultural details on the areas visited and made sure everyone was safe and comfortable on the trip. Excellent experience and would definitely do this excursion again.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour - 2nd Tour - The 12:15 meeting at Heʻeia Kea Boat Harbor
Oahu Snorkeling Tours, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour – 2nd Tour

3.Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour – 2nd Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 443 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $158

Review of Oahu’s Kaneohe Sandbar snorkeling tour, with turtles, reef snorkeling, paddle boards, snacks, timing, price, and practical tips.

“Captain Robin was amazing. Best experience! Will definitely return next time we are in Oahu. Kids had an amazing time.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu - Reaching Popoia Island, or Flat Island
2-Hour Experiences, Canoes & Kayaks, Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu

4.Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 442 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $199

Paddle Kailua Bay to Popoia Island, spot turtles, learn about Oahu, and enjoy lunch, snorkel gear, bikes, and beach time for $199.94.

“Alicia was our guide. She was very informative about the local wildlife and landscapes. She def made the guided tour much better than if we had just gone solo. Highly recommended!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu - Queen’s Bath and the island walk
Canoes & Kayaks, Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu

5.Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 379 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $275

Paddle from Kailua to Oahu’s Mokulua Islands for Queen’s Bath, snorkeling, wildlife, lunch, and a rewarding five-hour eco-adventure.

“Found a turtle snorkeling at flat Island, just before kayaking back. Plus hiking around to the natural salt bath on the backside of the island was awesome!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kaneohe: Kualoa Ranch Guided UTV Tour - Getting set up at Kualoa Ranch
Guided, Kualoa Ranch Tours, Oahu Off-Road & ATV Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Kaneohe: Kualoa Ranch Guided UTV Tour

6.Kualoa Ranch Guided UTV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 335 reviews · 2 hours · from $166

Ride a guided UTV through Kualoa Ranch’s Kaʻaʻawa Valley, with Jurassic Park film sites, mountain views, Hawaiian stories, and plenty of red dust.

“it was fun beautiful area. looks like it always rains we got drenched come prepared with ponchos and waterproof clothing even if you think you won't needed theres always water.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Byodo In Temple, Waimea Botanical Garden-Waterfall: Includes Fees - Waikiki pickup and the early start
Byodo-In Temple Tours, Oahu Waterfall Tours, Tour Reviews, Waimea Valley Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Byodo In Temple, Waimea Botanical Garden-Waterfall: Includes Fees

7.Byodo In Temple, Waimea Botanical Garden-Waterfall: Includes Fees

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $164

Circle Oahu from Waikiki to Byodo-In Temple and Waimea Falls, with scenic lookouts, local treats, hotel pickup, and admission included.

“This is an amazing tour and Captain Vince is an awesome tour guide. He picked us up from our hotel and immediately started engaging everyone in the tour. He kept us ahead of the other tour busses which meant the stops were less crowded. A definite plus. Time at each stop was as advertised. Captain Vince seemed passionate about the tour and made it interactive by providing historical information and interesting tidbits throughout. He warned us when he picked us up from our hotel that drop off wouldn't be as easy as there was a street festival starting at 2 pm that day which would cause the road next to…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu - Lanikai Beach: the easygoing part of the route
Canoes & Kayaks, Guided, Self-Guided Tours, Tour Reviews, Windward Oahu Tours

Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu

8.Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 249 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $110

Kayak Kailua Bay to the Mokulua Islands, snorkel, ride bikes, and enjoy a flexible five-hour Oahu water adventure.

“Great experience. The self guided tour came with a water bag, snorkeling gear (which my husband loved because it was prescription googles). It was a great weather. Wish we had gone early to ride bikes. But it was a great experience. Staff was nice and friendly.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission - Diamond Head and Oahu’s southeast coast
Byodo-In Temple Tours, Oahu Circle Island Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission

10.Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $139

Circle Oahu in 7 to 8 hours with Byodo-In Temple, coastal viewpoints, North Shore stops, local commentary, and Waikiki pickup.

“This was a very comprehensive tour. There is no part of it that I would say overshadowed the rest as each experience was excellent. Actually, there was ONE aspect that truly stood out above all the rest. That part was called Matthew. Our tour guide, Matthew, was a true gem. His driving kept us safe and comfortable, his commentary excelled, and his answers to all our questions were interesting, complete, and often witty. Thank you, Matthew, for our wonderful first day in Honolulu.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple - Diamond Head and the East Coast open the day
Byodo-In Temple Tours, Oahu Circle Island Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo-In Temple

Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour - 1st Tour - Two hours at the Kaneohe Sandbar
Oahu Snorkeling Tours, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour – 1st Tour

12.Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour – 1st Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $169

Review the Kaneohe Sandbar snorkeling tour, with turtle sightings, paddleboards, snacks, boat details, value, and practical booking advice.

“We had the best time!! This is a must do! The crew was SO friendly and the experience was a 10/10! My kids enjoyed playing in the shallow waters on all of the equipment provided. The snorkeling was great!! We all saw multiple sea turtles and lots of fish. The crew made us feel so comfortable and safe. They were the best! Snacks and drinks were plentiful which was a bonus! Please do this excursion with your family. You won’t regret it!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Next Level Oahu Circle Island Tour Snorkel w/Turtles and Byodo-In - Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the volcanic coast
Byodo-In Temple Tours, Oahu Circle Island Tours, Oahu Snorkeling Tours, Oahu Turtle Snorkeling Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Next Level Oahu Circle Island Tour Snorkel w/Turtles and Byodo-In

13.Next Level Oahu Circle Island Tour Snorkel w/Turtles and Byodo-In

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $179

Review of Oahu’s circle island tour with turtle snorkeling, Byodo-In Temple, North Shore stops, local food, and practical booking advice.

“Justin was the best tour guide we could’ve asked for! Mahalo to Justin, we were able to enjoy great views all around the island and have great experiences, along with learning about the historical and cultural contexts that Justin provided all throughout the tour. Justin is intelligent, knowledgeable, and articulate when it comes to talking about the history of Hawaii and history in general. He talks about complex historical events in a very digestible, cohesive, and enjoyable way. He also talks about the most interesting things about Hawaiian culture. You will definitely learn a lot from Justin. Along with that, he is also friendly, funny, helpful, and a good driver.…”

Check availability →Read our full review

Kailua: Mokulua Islands Guided Kayak and Snorkeling Tour - Landing on Moku Nui and finding Queen’s Bath
Canoes & Kayaks, Guided, Oahu Snorkeling Tours, Snorkeling, Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Kailua: Mokulua Islands Guided Kayak and Snorkeling Tour

14.Mokulua Islands Guided Kayak and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 40 reviews · from $269

Paddle from Kailua to the Mokulua Islands, snorkel with turtles, explore Queen's Bath, kayak surf, and enjoy lunch on a five-hour eco-tour.

“Ben was an awesome guide, very knowledgeable, kind, and easy on the eyes. 😉 Thank you for a great paddle out and back, Ben! Be safe and have fun on your new surfboard. 🤙🏼”

Check availability →Read our full review

Koʻolau Distillery Whiskey Tour in Kailua, Hawai'i - Key points to know before you go
Tour Reviews, Tours, Windward Oahu Tours

Koʻolau Distillery Whiskey Tour in Kailua, Hawai’i

Scroll to Top

Explore Oahu

Pick a coast, a ridge or a harbour.