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Kapolei, named for the volcanic cone Pu'u o Kapolei (loosely meaning "hill of beloved Kapo"), is locally known as Oahu's "second city" after Honolulu. Built on former sugarcane and pineapple plantations, Kapolei is an affluent and vibrant city that is growing rapidly. It has an ever-changing urban scene as well as the Ko Olina resort and marina community and the Disney Aulani Resort. Sportsmen can play a round of golf at the Ko Olina Golf Club before a sophisticated evening on the town.
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1. Doors-Off Diamond Head Scenic Helicopter Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Paradise Helicopters' Diamond Head Scenic tour is the best way to see some of the most famous spots in Hawaii, by air. On this small group tour departing from the Kalaeloa Airport, just minutes from the resorts at Ko Olina, you will see Pearl Harbor from the same vantage point as the US Airmen who responded to the fateful attack on the Day of Infamy. You will also drink in the incredible views of Ala Moana Beach Park, the busy Ala Wai Boat Harbor , and the iconic white sand beach of Waikiki. Come to a new appreciation of Le‘ahi (Diamond Head Crater) from a dramatic perspective before turning toward the lush Nu‘uanu Valley. Glance over at Punchbowl National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific before returning to the luxurious Ko Olina Resort area on the sunny westside of O‘ahu.
Inclusions: Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Live commentary on board, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Round-trip shared transfer from Ko Olina Resort
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Hoosiers37114
As someone with a major fear of heights, I was the last person in the world who would willingly get on a helicopter. However, I wanted to experience the beauty of Oahu in a way most couldn’t...in the air, hovering in a helicopter. So, before I flew, I shared my fear of heights with Paradise Helicopters, and indicated that I wanted to be away from the window. So they snuggly placed me in the middle of the back seat between two other passengers. This was a nice sized 7-seater helicopter, and it was quite cozy. Our incredible US veteran pilot, Jay Moorman, gave us reassurance that he had everything absolutely under control, and we had excellent flight conditions, as it was 7:45am, clear and sunny conditions, with a light breeze. Our pilot Jay over exceeded my expectations, as he took us to some incredible places normally not seen by most visitors, including green mountain vistas of the Central Valley, as well as a flyover at the USS Arizona Memorial. I put full trust in my pilot Jay, and the flight helped me overcome a fear, while enhancing my entire Hawaiian experience.
2. Private Snorkel Trip from Oahu on a Yacht
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Get with Oahu's ultimate charter on a 46-foot world renown yacht in a private tour while enjoying the waters of West Oahu on this 3.5+ hour experience. Aboard there’s more than enough space to lounge and relax in this intimate setting. Sip on drinks from a bottomless bar as you take in the vast views of the island and our Hawaiian ocean, also you can satisfy your midday appetite with a fresh personal lunch prepared aboard. Use provided professional snorkel equipment to get up close and personal to our many fish, mammals, and crustaceans during your guided snorkel.
Inclusions: Personal Prepared Lunch, Hosted Bar (Hawaiian Bottled Water, Soft Drinks, Spirits, Sparkling Wines, Beers), Professional & Local guide, Snorkel equipment & instruction, Taxes & Fees, Snacks
Exclusions: Gratuities, Transportation to/from the marina, Parking Fees
Reviewed By jpadfam
This is by far the best catamaran snorkel tour we have ever taken, and we have been on many round the world. First, the yacht was amazing, beautiful and extremely clean with all the amenities. Next, the crew was first class and a lot of fun. They tended to our every need. We will do this again soon! Thanks captain Austin!
3. Private Oahu Sunset Charter with Dinner and Drinks Included
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Get the ultimate all-inclusive experience on a 46-foot world renown yacht for a maximum of 6 people while enjoying the West Oahu Sunset on this 2.5-hour experience. There’s more than enough space to lounge and relax in this private intimate setting. Sip Prosecco and Brut from a bottomless bar as you take in the vast views of the island's coastline and horizons. Relax as the crew prepares a delicious captain's tasting menu to include spicy tuna tartare spoons, short rib steak, garlic seared yellowfin ahi, local herbed chicken, and more. Indulge at the moment as you watch the sun dip below the horizon.
Inclusions: Personal prepared tasting menu, Hosted Bar (Hawaiian bottled water, soft drinks, spirits, sparkling wines, beers), Professional & Local guide, Taxes & Fees
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, 10 parking fee paid to marina management
Reviewed By jpadfam
This is by far the best catamaran snorkel tour we have ever taken, and we have been on many round the world. First, the yacht was amazing, beautiful and extremely clean with all the amenities. Next, the crew was first class and a lot of fun. They tended to our every need. We will do this again soon! Thanks captain Austin!
4. Doors-Off O'ahu Sunset Helicopter Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Covering the island of O‘ahu from above, our Oahu Sunset Experience is the only Sunset helicopter tour on the island. See incredible aerial views starting with a taste of history over Pearl Harbor. Next soar above the bustling Honolulu harbor, beautiful Waikiki and iconic Diamond Head Crater. Heading further east, you'll overfly Hanauma Bay before sandy Beach and Makapu‘u Lighthouse. Heading north, you will come across the fantastic coral formations of Kane‘ohe Bay, Mokoli‘i (Chinaman's Hat) and take a peek into "Jurassic Park" or, as it has been known locally for hundreds of years, Ka‘a‘awa Valley. Then see the world famous surfing spots of Sunset, Pipeline & Waimea Bay of North Shore. As you round Ka‘ena Point, you'll get a glimpse of the serene Wai‘anae Coast, a hidden gem of the island. Uncrowded and glorious beackes of Makaha and Poka‘i lace the coast. Historic Makaha Valley comes into view as you are a few minutes away from arriving back to Ko‘olina.
Inclusions: Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Live commentary on board, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Round-trip shared transfer from Ko Olina Resort, Airport/Departure Tax
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Hoosiers37114
As someone with a major fear of heights, I was the last person in the world who would willingly get on a helicopter. However, I wanted to experience the beauty of Oahu in a way most couldn’t...in the air, hovering in a helicopter. So, before I flew, I shared my fear of heights with Paradise Helicopters, and indicated that I wanted to be away from the window. So they snuggly placed me in the middle of the back seat between two other passengers. This was a nice sized 7-seater helicopter, and it was quite cozy. Our incredible US veteran pilot, Jay Moorman, gave us reassurance that he had everything absolutely under control, and we had excellent flight conditions, as it was 7:45am, clear and sunny conditions, with a light breeze. Our pilot Jay over exceeded my expectations, as he took us to some incredible places normally not seen by most visitors, including green mountain vistas of the Central Valley, as well as a flyover at the USS Arizona Memorial. I put full trust in my pilot Jay, and the flight helped me overcome a fear, while enhancing my entire Hawaiian experience.
5. Half-Day Scuba Diving Experience in Oahu with Snacks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Join us on select mornings or every afternoon as we explore a local west side Oahu dive site. This is for SCUBA divers of all skill levels with a minimum of an Open Water Scuba Diver certification. Come see why the Waianae west coast is regarded as the best diving on Oahu. We will explore a popular dive site on the west side, possibly including the Makaha Caverns when conditions permit. Come experience converging lava tubes that form a spacious underwater well-lit cavern. Enjoy Hawaii’s unique sea creatures, including sea turtles, octopus, eels, dolphins, ray and coral formations. All equipment is included with the price and three hours of boat time and free use our underwater propulsion devices or scooters. Take your experience to one you will NEVER forget and add the Navy SEAL Helicopter Jump for an additional fee per person.
Inclusions: Light snacks, water, soda/pop, Use of underwater propulsion device or underwater scooter
Exclusions: Towels and Sunscreen
Reviewed By BenjaminD1465
My wife and I have enjoyed diving all around the world for many years. We’ve been to Honduras, Belize, The Bahamas, Grand Cayman, Florida keys, The Mediterranean, The Yucatán, Los Cabos, California, and all over Hawai’i. We have always chartered trips with professional dive operations and we have had wonderful experiences, but I have to say that our time with Trident Adventures was by far the best we’ve ever had. They went above and beyond anything we’ve ever experienced to show us a great time, give us unmatched service, and leave us with memories we will cherish for a lifetime. I was so impressed with their professional operation. It was wonderful to see how smoothly they all worked together. The crew’s respect for each other and their leader, Steve, was obvious. Steve’s excellent leadership as a former Navy Seal was incredible. Every member of the crew worked with passion and pride, striving for excellence to give us an unforgettably joyous experience. The service was unlike anything I’ve seen on a dive boat. They provided state of the art/ top of the line equipment, a variety of refreshing beverages, snacks, fresh fruit, fresh water showers, hot towels, jackets to warm us between dives and even argon oil for our hair after our dives. The water scooters they provided were a blast! They allowed us to see 10X more than I’ve ever seen on a 2 tank dive. We flew effortlessly through the magical underwater world. It was so much fun and it was a true adventure! We saw 3 shipwrecks, huge turtles, spinner dolphins, octopus, eagle rays, eels, beautiful coral, fun swim-throughs, and a wide variety of colorful fish. They split us up into small groups, each with our own leader, as to make the experience more individualized and not crowded. It was amazing! Steve, the owner of Trident Adventures, fought as a Navy Seal for our liberty and freedom. Because of him and other veterans like him, we are free to enjoy amazing experiences with our families and loved ones in this beautiful land. His business represents what’s great about America. Thank you for your service, Steve, and thank you for giving us one of the best vacation adventures we’ve ever had!
6. Three Hour Snorkel Adventure with Scooter in Hawaii
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 60 reviews
We travel along Oahu’s west coast and slip into the water to discover the vast variety of coastal marine life unique to the Hawaiian Islands. Included with the Snorkel Adventure is use of our underwater scooters or propulsion devices and a 17 foot long floating "magic carpet" mat, perfect for the kids to run and play on, or simply lay out in Hawaii’s perfect sun. Typically we get to see Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins, Turtles, and during whale season we often see Humpback Whales rearing their young. This charter caters from those with no swimming skills all the way to Aqua Man himself. We’ll anchor and explore some of the local secret reefs, scattered with a dazzling display of tropical fish, eagle rays, manta rays and turtle cleaning stations. All snorkel equipment is included in the price. Total boat time is 3 hours. Take your experience to one you will never forget and add the Navy SEAL Helicopter Jump for an additional fee per person.
Inclusions: Snacks, Use of Snorkelling equipment
Exclusions: Towel and Suncreen
Reviewed By BenjaminD1465
My wife and I have enjoyed diving all around the world for many years. We’ve been to Honduras, Belize, The Bahamas, Grand Cayman, Florida keys, The Mediterranean, The Yucatán, Los Cabos, California, and all over Hawai’i. We have always chartered trips with professional dive operations and we have had wonderful experiences, but I have to say that our time with Trident Adventures was by far the best we’ve ever had. They went above and beyond anything we’ve ever experienced to show us a great time, give us unmatched service, and leave us with memories we will cherish for a lifetime. I was so impressed with their professional operation. It was wonderful to see how smoothly they all worked together. The crew’s respect for each other and their leader, Steve, was obvious. Steve’s excellent leadership as a former Navy Seal was incredible. Every member of the crew worked with passion and pride, striving for excellence to give us an unforgettably joyous experience. The service was unlike anything I’ve seen on a dive boat. They provided state of the art/ top of the line equipment, a variety of refreshing beverages, snacks, fresh fruit, fresh water showers, hot towels, jackets to warm us between dives and even argon oil for our hair after our dives. The water scooters they provided were a blast! They allowed us to see 10X more than I’ve ever seen on a 2 tank dive. We flew effortlessly through the magical underwater world. It was so much fun and it was a true adventure! We saw 3 shipwrecks, huge turtles, spinner dolphins, octopus, eagle rays, eels, beautiful coral, fun swim-throughs, and a wide variety of colorful fish. They split us up into small groups, each with our own leader, as to make the experience more individualized and not crowded. It was amazing! Steve, the owner of Trident Adventures, fought as a Navy Seal for our liberty and freedom. Because of him and other veterans like him, we are free to enjoy amazing experiences with our families and loved ones in this beautiful land. His business represents what’s great about America. Thank you for your service, Steve, and thank you for giving us one of the best vacation adventures we’ve ever had!
7. Private Tour Up to 7 People
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
We offer innovative sightseeing tours. Make your own Itinerary or leave on us, come and enjoy this tour with the spirit of Aloha, experience true Hawaii Adventure, we’ll guide you to amazing places on the Island of Oahu. From the mountain to the Ocean all tours are Private Tours on our Luxury vehicles. Make your own Itinerary pick-up location Cruise Port, Airport, Hotel, Private residence, Air BnB. All our services are guided with local eyes, parking tickets are paid by Tour Guide. Complimentary bottles of water provided, cooler with Ice can be provided by request, car seats provided by request. Below are some suggestions Things To do on the Island. • Sightseeing & Scenic point • Landmarks & Beaches • Historic & Spiritual sites • Land/Water/Air Activities • Mountains & Trails • Waterfall & Hiking • Farms / Food Truck • Countryside driving • Souvenirs Shopping • Flea Market • Lookout & City Lights • Luau / Night shows
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Ice Cooler By request
Exclusions: Lunch, Soda/Pop, Gratuities
Reviewed By MK1861
wanted to see Oahu outside of Honolulu and this tour was perfect. Kilimi was our driver/guide for the day Pickup on time and spent the whole day touring. Overlook points, coffee plantations, dole plantation, beach towns, old sugar mill, beaches, Kuala ranch and more. Stopped near numerous food trucks for lunch and food we choose was good. After end of tour drop-off, discovered cell phone left in Vehicle. Contacted office and they helped get guide to return to hotel with phone(Whew). Would use company again for another tour.
8. Private Tour Up to 5 People
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
We offer innovative sightseeing tours. Make your own Itinerary or leave on us, come and enjoy this tour with the spirit of Aloha, experience true Hawaii Adventure, we’ll guide you to amazing places on the Island of Oahu. From the mountain to the Ocean all tours are Private Tours on our Luxury vehicles. Make your own Itinerary pick up location Cruise Port, Airport, Hotel, Private residence, Air BnB. All our services are guided with local eyes, parking tickets are paid by Tour Guide. Complimentary bottles of water provided, cooler with Ice can be provided by request, car seats provided by request. Below are some suggestions Things To do on the Island. • Sightseeing & Scenic point • Landmarks & Beaches • Historic & Spiritual sites • Land/Water/Air Activities • Mountains & Trails • Waterfall & Hiking • Farms / Food Truck • Countryside driving • Souvenirs Shopping • Flea Market • Lookout & City Lights • Luau / Night shows
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, Ice Cooler By request
Exclusions: Lunch, Soda/Pop, Gratuities
Reviewed By MK1861
wanted to see Oahu outside of Honolulu and this tour was perfect. Kilimi was our driver/guide for the day Pickup on time and spent the whole day touring. Overlook points, coffee plantations, dole plantation, beach towns, old sugar mill, beaches, Kuala ranch and more. Stopped near numerous food trucks for lunch and food we choose was good. After end of tour drop-off, discovered cell phone left in Vehicle. Contacted office and they helped get guide to return to hotel with phone(Whew). Would use company again for another tour.
9. West Oahu Whale-Watching Excursion
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 12 reviews
From late December through early May, thousands of humpback whales migrate to the warm waters of Hawaii. Catch a glimpse of the magnificent mammals on a whale-watching excursion from Waikiki. Venture out on the water with a small group of people to witness the humpback whales breach, play or feed around you. Your guide guarantees sightings, and in the rare event that you don’t see any supersize stars, you get to do the tour again for free!
Inclusions: Whale watching tour, Snacks, Bottled water, Soda/Pop
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By kristinesF2548UA
This excursion was okay at best. Though we were able to see dolphins, which was lovely, the snorkeling was blah. First the company took us south along the island, versus out into the ocean, and guided us snorkeling right by a power plant on the shoreline. There were some pretty fish, maybe 3-4 different species. The coral was not colorful; they informed us that is typical for Hawaii. Friends we have that live on the islands state there are beautiful coral reefs, you just need to know where to find them. Apparently, this company does not know where to find these reefs. The catamaran ride was just lovely, but that's it. Again, nothing special. The crew were fine when talking to us as a group but not one-on-one. Then they seemed guarded and annoyed. I would not recommend this excursion.
10. Chief's Luau Admission
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 447 reviews
Attend a luau on Oahu produced by the Original World Fire Knife Dance Champion, Chief Sielu. During this 2 to 2.5-hour evening, immerse yourself in the island's culture while interacting up close and personal with the Chief's tribe of warriors and hula dancers. After a lei greeting, enjoy a cocktail and partake in a sumptuous Hawaiian feast that includes pineapple glazed chicken and kalua pork. Watch a Polynesian show and participate in activities like headband weaving, hula lessons, and more.
Inclusions: Paradise- Kukui nut lei greeting, all-you-can-eat Hawaiian feast, 2 adult beverages., Royal- flower lei greeting, Mai Tai greeting, Hawaiian feast, 3 adult beverages and souvenir gift.
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By tb766
We have been to 20 plus Luau’s and this is the BEST luau on Oahu!! Our teenagers loved it too! The Chief makes this show with his great stories and hilarious sense of humor. Very interactive and fantastic show! Food was really delicious too.
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