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ATLANTIS SUBMARINE has large glass portholes that allow you to enjoy a SCUBA diver's view. The submarine submerges and navigates past a sunken airplane, boat, and cement block pyramids that are alive with colorful tropical fish, eels, spotted eagle rays, sharks, turtles, and live coral reef. Tours start at about $81 per adult, $41 per child. Call 808 973-9811 for current rates, more information and reservations.

There are no private BEACHES in the Hawaiian Islands and there are hundreds of miles of beach just on the island of Oahu. Catch some rays, swim in the ocean, or just relax at the beaches on different parts of the island for a unique experience each time. Popular beaches around Oahu are:
ALA MOANA BEACH PARK/MAGIC ISLAND is a 76-acre park on the outskirts of Waikiki. It is a great place for swimming, surfing, boogie boarding, picnicking, and for watching the sun set. Restrooms, food, and lifeguards available. Located across from Ala Moana Shopping Center on Ala Moana Blvd.
EHUKAI BEACH is where the famous Bonzai Pipeline is located. During winter months the wave break here creates amazing tubes which surfers LOVE to surf! It is an amazing thing to watch and experience. Restrooms and lifeguards available. Located on the north shore along Kamehameha Highway across from Sunset Beach Elementary School. This is a high theft area. Do not leave valuables in the car or unattended at the beach. 
HALEIWA BEACH PARK is the location where Baywatch Hawaii was filmed and is great for sunbathing, surfing, and snorkeling. Restrooms available. Located on the North Shore in the town of Haleiwa along Haleiwa Road. This is a high theft area. Do not leave valuables in the car or unattended at the beach. 
HALONA BAY is also known as the From Here To Eternity Beach. This is where the love scene from the movie From Here to Eternity was filmed. There is excellent wave jumping and OK snorkeling in the cove but the beach is never really crowded. If your lucky you will see one of the resident Honu (endangered Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle). Be conscious of your surroundings when in the water. The waves crash against the sides of the narrow bay producing very powerful waves. Located not far past the driveway entrance to Hanauma Bay, to the right of the blowhole near Sandy Beach. Park at the blowhole lookout and follow the path down at the roadside entrance. No lifeguard, bathrooms, showers, or food available. Halona Bay is located on the Windward shore on the Kalanianaole Highway, to the right of the lookout at the Halona Blowhole .
HANAUMA BAY is a popular place for snorkeling because it is a marine preserve but it is also a great place to just enjoy relaxing day at the beach. Located on the Windward shore on the Kalanianaole Highway.
KAILUA BEACH PARK has soft powdery white sand and is hardly ever crowded during the week. This beach is popular for body surfing, boogie boarding, wind surfing, kitesailing, and kayaking because there is always a gentle breeze blowing and small waves. Located on the Windward shore at the end of Kailua Road. Continue straight through the intersection of Kailua Road and Kalaheo Street to enter the parking lot for Kailua Beach Park.
KUALOA BEACH PARK is a great place to enjoy a relaxing day at the beach. The beach is never crowded and the water is calm and warm. There isn’t much for reef in this area so you won’t see many fish if you plan to snorkel. The park has a beautiful back drop of the Kualoa Mountains. Bring snacks and beverages, there are no food vendors at the park or close by. Restrooms and showers available. This area was considered very sacred by the ancient Hawaiians. Whalebones used to wash up on the shore here and were very valuable tools and used as jewelry. This park is located on the Windward shore along the Kamehameha Highway, about an hour drive from Waikiki.
LANI KAI BEACH yearly receives the honor of being voted one of the best beach in the world. It is not as easy to find as the other beaches but this hidden gem is worth the quest. The view is breath taking, there is great snorkeling in this area, and there are typically no other people on the beach, especially on weekdays. Lani Kai is located in a high scale neighborhood among multi million dollar mansions and is just past Kailua Beach Park. From Kailua Beach Park continue onto Kawailoa Road to Mokulua Drive. There is a large sign letting you know when you've entered Lani Kai. The street is a one way street looping around the Lani Kai community. Follow the street until you are heading back around and are next to the ocean. There is no parking lot or signs marking the beach. Parking is along the side of the road and there are public walkway accesses to the beach every few houses. Only use the public accesses to get to the beach, do not trespass through private property. There are no lifeguards, food, or restrooms. 
MAKAHA BEACHES are hidden gems ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and surfing. This area is not frequently visited by tourists and offers a beautiful stretch of beaches and amazing scenic views. Located on the Leeward shore take the H1 to the very end where it will turn into route 93. Makaha beach park is located at the very end of route 93 but there are also many other beaches along the roadside that are also great options. This is a high theft area. Do not leave valuables in the car or unattended at the beach. 
SUNSET BEACH is a popular for surfing in the winter and snorkeling in the summer. Located on the North shore along the Kamehameha Highway between Waimea Falls Park town and Turtle Bay Hilton. This is a high theft area. Do not leave valuables in the car or unattended at the beach. 
WAIKIKI BEACH is excellent for swimming, surfing, boogie boarding, catamaran and outrigger canoe rides, and watching the sun set. Restrooms, food, and lifeguards available. Located on the South shore along Kalakaua Avenue. This is a high theft area. Do not leave valuables in the car or unattended at the beach. 
WAIMEA BAY is great for sunbathing, swimming, surfing, and snorkeling. During the winter months the waves have reached in excess of 40 feet and is the location of the largest wave ever recorded being surfed in the world. Restrooms, food, and lifeguards available. Located on the North shore along the Kamehameha Highway across from  Waimea Falls Park. This is a high theft area. Do not leave valuables in the car or unattended at the beach. 

BEACH CHAIR AND UMBRELLA RENTALS are available along Waikiki Beach areas on the beach side of hotels along with other ocean activity supplies (snorkel gear, surf boards, water bikes, kayaks). Chair with umbrella rentals can range about $35 per day.

BODY BOARDING in Waikiki is easy and fun, even for a beginner. The best waves to learn on are 1-3 feet, typical Waikiki Beach surf. During the summer there is a bump in the waves off Waikiki making boarding more challenging, but lots of fun. Equipment rentals are less than $25 per day. Note: Wear a Tshirt so your board doesn’t rub against your chest leaving a rash. Also, you must wear the flippers when boarding to be able to catch a wave. If the flippers rub against your feet, possibly leaving blisters, wear socks with them into the water.

When you CRUISE the Hawaiian Islands you can explore more than one island without ever having to check out of your room!! Time is limited on each island so be sure to plan ahead to make the most of every moment. 
Carnival Cruises has several Hawaiian Island Cruise Options. Visit your local travel agent or call 1-800-801-5890 for more information and rates.
Celebrity Cruise Line has Hawaiian Island Cruises which ports in Honolulu, Nawiliwili, Lahaina, Hilo, Hawaii, Kailua Kona, Ensenada. Visit your local travel agent or call 1-800-949-7797 for more information and rates.
Holland America has several Hawaiian Island Cruise Options. Visit your local travel agent or call 1-800-426-0327 for more information and rates.
Norwegian Cruise Line has Hawaiian Island Cruises which ports in Honolulu, Nawiliwili, Lahaina, Hilo, Hawaii, Kailua Kona, Ensenada. Visit your local travel agent or call 1-800-327-9020 for more information and rates.
Princess Cruises has several Hawaiian Island Cruise Options. Visit your local travel agent or call 1-800-774-6237 for more information and rates.
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line has Hawaiian Island Cruises which ports in Honolulu, Nawiliwili, Lahaina, Hilo, Hawaii, Kailua Kona, Ensenada. Visit your local travel agent or call 1-800-255-4373 for more information and rates.

HAWAII WATER SPORTS CENTER offers a wide range of fun water activities like banana boat, bumper tube, jet skiing, parasailing, wakeboarding, scuba, waterskiing, snorkeling, and surf lessons. They are located on the water in Koko Marina just outside of Hanauma Bay. The activities can be done individually or there is a 3 activity package. Package start at about $49. Call Hawaii Water Sports Center at 808 395-3773 for more information, current rates, and reservations.

JET SKI are lots of fun!
Hawaii Water Sports Center offers jet skiing in Koko Marina just outside of Hanauma Bay. Rates start at $90 for two people sharing one jet ski or $69 for single person. Call 808 395-3773 for current rates, more information or reservations.
Sea Breeze Water Sports offers jet skiing in Maunalua Bay. Call 808 396-0100 for current rates, more information or reservations.
Jet Ski Hawaii offers jet skiing in the waters off Haleiwa on the beautiful North Shore. Rates are about $35 per person for ½ hour and $60 per person for 1 hour. Call 877-637-8006 for current rates, more information or reservations.

KAYAK OR WINDSURF in beautiful Kailua Bay. Enjoy the warm turquoise water, white powdery sand beach, and a breathtaking views. If your choice is to kayak there is a small island off shore that birds use to nest. You are able to land your kayak on a small beach on the island and enjoy this remote snorkeling spot. Endangered green sea turtles are seen in the waters here daily. You are also able to hike trails around the island. For your safety DO NOT kayak if there is a small craft warning in effect. Call Kailua Sailboards and Kayaks at 808 262-2555 for current rates, more information, and reservations. 
Kayak - 2 person kayak-$59 for all day adventure $49 for a 1/2 day adventure. 1 person kayak-$49 for an all day adventure, $39 for a 1/2 day adventure. Guided kayak tours are also available starting at about $89 per adult, $75 per child.
Windsurfing-  rentals start at about $49 for a half day rental and $59 for all day rental for beginner boards. High performance board rentals start at about $59 for a half day rental and a $69 for all day rental.

KAYAKING ALONG WAIKIKI is a great way to enjoy Waikiki from a different perspective. There are beach side rentals along Waikiki beach for $10-$25 an hour. For your safety DO NOT kayak if there is a small craft warning in effect.

KITESURFING combines several aspects of other extreme sports into a very unique sport of it’s own. Those who have tried this adventure say it is easier to learn than surfing or windsurfing and say someone with no experience can do it with just a few minutes of instruction. 
Aloha Kiteboarding Academy - Prices start at $249 for a 1 day level 1certification. Other certification levels also available. Call 808 637-5483 for more information and reservations. Equipment rentals for the experienced are also available.
KiteHIGH Kitesurfing -offers lessons with basic, intermediate, and advanced class options. Call 808 242-2956 for more information and reservations.

The Star of Honolulu sails from Aloha Tower. Their HAWAIIAN LUNCH CRUISE is offered the months of May through December and is highly recommended with live Hawaiian music accompaning a delicious Hawaiian buffet. This cruise is offered daily 11:30am-2pm. Rates are about $52 per adult, $31 per child for the Hawaiian Lunch Cruise. A WHALE WATCHING CRUISE is available in the months of December through April for about $52 per adult, $31 per child including lunch. Call 808 973-1311 for current rates, more information and reservations. Tip: To aide an upset stomach eat gingersnaps or ginger candy, or drink ginger ale.

OUTRIGGER CANOE RIDE off Waikiki Beach will give you feel for how the ancient Hawaiians used to travel around and between the islands. The canoe takes off from Kuhio Beach near to the Police Station on Waikiki Beach and the Statue of Duke Kahanamoku. Rides are about $15 per person for two rides (plus tip for the beach boy) and EVERYONE PADDLES!! Call Waikiki Beach Services at 808 352-2882 for current rates, more information and reservations.

PARASAILING lets you soar like a bird at 300 feet for a fantastic view of the Honolulu coastline! This is a very fun and exciting ride. While in the air you can just hang loose and enjoy the ride or for a little excitement let the person who hooks up your harness know you want to be dipped into the ocean. They let enough slack in the line that your toes and butt touch the water then they pull you back in the air! You will get wet on the ride anyway so why not? There is no age limit and no skills required.
Aloha Parasail- They also offer a photo service to capture memories of your adventure. Operates out of Keehi Lagoon. Rates are about $41 per person, including transportation.  Call 808 521-2446 for current rates, reservations and more information.
Hawaiian Parasail Inc - Operates out of Kewalo Basin. Rates are about $40 per person, including transportation.  Call 808 591-1280 for current rates, reservations and more information.
Hawaii Sports Center - Operates out of the Hawaii Kai Marina. Rates are about $59 per person, including transportation.  Call 808 396-9224 for current rates, reservations and more information.
Seabreeze Parasail - Operates out of the Hawaii Kai Marina. Rates range from $43-$68 per person, including transportation.  Call 808 396-0100 for current rates, reservations and more information.

SAIL with Whales and Dive with Dolphins- Wild Side Specialty tours is run by husband and wife marine biologists who create individualized (six passenger MAXimum) charters by sailboat or kayak. Safe private adventures range from whale and dolphin encounters, meteor showers, coral spawning, deep sea fishing or other seasonal nature quests. Refreshments, snorkel, and fishing equipment and an underwater hydrophone for listening to whales and dolphins are provided. Tours operated exclusively on the leeward side of Oahu. Rates range from $105 per person for a non private adventure to $1,379 for up to 6 people for a private adventure. Call Wild Side Tours at (808) 306-7273 for current rates, reservations and more information.

SCUBA DIVING doesn’t require prior experience. You can take a one-day class from certified divers and be ready to take the plunge. Certification courses are also available. Underwater camera and video rental are usually available to capture this unique experience. Dive companies:
Clarks DiveMaster Tours, depart out of beautiful Hawaii Kai and explore Hawaii's unique marine environment with no prior dive experience. Several wreck dives available. $85 per person for a 1 tank introduction dive. Call 808 923-5595 for current rates, more information and reservations.
Diamond Head Divers- depart out of beautiful Hawaii Kai and explore Hawaii's unique marine environment. Rates are about $125 per person for a introduction dive with no prior experience required. $99 for a two tank dive to sunken shipwrecks for certified divers. Call 808 224-2770 for current rates, more information and reservations.
Marks Water Fantasy Diving - His beginners diving course is the first level to certify you as a SCUBA diver. He has a home study program so you can get the book work out of the way prior to arriving in Hawaii. Rate is about $400 per person based on two people. The advance diving course will give you the ability to be an advanced open water diver. Rate is about $359 per person based on two people. Call 808 385-3483 or 866-385-3483 for current rates, more information and reservations.
South Seas Aquatics - Three day certification course is about $400 per person including books, 4 dives, charter fees, equipment rental, and transportation to and from Waikiki area hotels. Into to diving class requires no prior experience but does not certify you. The intro class is about $90 for rental equipment and transportation. If you are already certified they offer excursions - South Shore $95 including tanks and weights, East and West Shores $105 including tanks and weights. Equipment rental is available for an additional $25. Call 808 922-0852 for current rates, more information and reservations.
BOJAC Aquatic Center - Call 808 671-0311 for current rates, more information and reservations.
Reef Trekkers Hawaii -2 tank day boat dive $95 per person for certified divers only. 2 tank boat night dive $105 per person for certified divers only. 3 days of 2 tank boat dive $255 per person for certified divers only. 5 days of 2 tank boat dive $400 per person for certified divers only. SCUBA certification courses also available starting at $395. Call 808 943-0588 for current rates, more information and reservations.
Pacific Paradise Divers- Rates for certified divers are about $105 per person for a day dive, $115 per person for a night dive. Both include transportation to and from Waikiki. Equipment rentals available for $15. For those without certification a intro to SCUBA course without certification is $125 per person. An open water SCUBA certification course is $475 per person including books, tuition, instruction, rental gear, and boat costs. Other dive certification courses available including advanced open water, emergency first responder, rescue diver, master diver, and divemaster. Call 888-DIVE-OAHU for current rates, more information and reservations.
Hanauma Bay Dive Tours- Dive at Hanauma Bay with a 1 tank dive, all equipment, transportation and park enterence fee for certified divers, about $114. A 4-hour intro to diving course is available for those without certification is about $109 including instruction, all equipment, drinks and a snack. They also offer into to SCUBA and tours for certified divers to locations other than Hanauma Bay ranging from $73 for a beach dive to $400 for an open water dive. Call 800-505-8956 or 808 256-8956 for current rates, more information, and reservations.

SHARK CLOSE ENCOUNTER takes you by boat from the North Shore of Oahu out about four miles off shore where sharks are frequently seen. White tip reef sharks are one of the most common sharks seen in this area with the sharks sighted ranging from five to fifteen feet in length. After putting on snorkel equipment adventurers enter a shark cage that is attached to the back of the boat and get a close but safe encounter with the most fierce creatures of the ocean. Sharks sightings can also be done from the boat but do not offer quite the same experience. Prices are about $105 per adult and about $70 per child. If you need transportation to and from Waikiki add about $40 per person. Typically two people can fit comfortably in the cage at the same time with a possibility of room for up to four people depending on sea conditions. It is recommended you bring an underwater camera to capture memories of your adventure.
Call Hawaii Shark Adventures at 808 351-9373 for current rates, more information and reservations.
Call North Shore Shark Adventures at 808 228-5900 for current rates, more information and reservations.

SHARK "SEAWALKER" ADVENTURE AT SEA LIFE PARK allows you a chance to see what it is like to be a marine explorer. You descend into the Parks main tank attraction filled with sharks, stingrays, sea stars, moray eels, sea turtles, sea urchins, and hundreds of tropical fish!! No dive experience is needed. You are able to walk along the bottom of the large tank and enjoy the sights in a comfortable wet suit and an air helmet. An underwater camera is also provided for your adventure. $59 per adult or child. Price does not include admission to park. Call 808 259-7933 for current rates or to arrange your day as a marine explorer.

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SNORKELING allows you to enter into the amazing world of the ocean and explore the incredible creatures that live in it. Some find snorkeling a bit scary at first because it is weird to have your face under water and still be able to breath. It is very easy to get used to and opens a whole new world to you! Bring your own equipment or rent for under $10 for a 24hr rental. Be sure to make a disposable underwater camera part of your equipment!!! Do not feed the fish, human food is not healthy to ocean creatures and it also causes the fish to frenzy. The best way to see them is to just float and observe them doing what they naturally do. There is A LOT to see! Be a good reef visitor by not touching or taking marine life. Watch where your hands and fins are so you do not step on corals (live reef building animals) or other animals. Always observe any warnings/cautions posted by lifeguards. WEAR WATERPROOF SUN SCREEN ABOVE 15 SPF!!!! If your lotion is not waterproof you will burn badly! The sun is strongest 11-3. Limit your time in the direct sun to a 2 hour max.

A sunken volcano known as HANAUMA BAY is the most popular place to go snorkeling. It is a marine preserve packed with sea life. You only need to go ankle deep to see fish. This is a great place for fish viewing even if you do not snorkel, or even swim. Much of the coral reef is dead due to ignorant reef visitors who have damaged it. Please DO NOT walk on the reef!! Arrive before 10 AM for parking. Parking is $1 entry to park is $3 per person. Snorkel gear rentals, showers, bathrooms, and an overpriced snack bar are available in park. There are trolleys available for $0.75 per person to cart you and your gear down or up the steep hill that leads from the parking area to the beach. It is worth it for the ride up. Driving instructions: From Waikiki head down Kalakaua Avenue going past Kapiolani Park. Turn right onto Diamond Head Road. Near the end of this road there will be a sign directing you to turn left to get to Route 72 East and Hanauma Bay. Stay on Route 72 for several miles, there will be a sign on the right at the park's entrance. Follow the signs to the bay. The only public bus that will get you there is bus 22 from Kuhio Avenue. It drops you off at the top of the driveway into the park and you will have to walk about ¼ mile to the entrance gate to the park. There are other great scenic spots to check out just past Hanauma Bay too. ( The Blow Hole, Sandy Beach, and Makapuu lookout)
A great snorkeling spot in WAIKIKI is 'Kuhio Beach' near 'Queen's Beach' at Queen Kapiolani Park (in front of the Honolulu Zoo). Follow the sidewalk into the park. You will pass a restroom on left and you will see a rock jetty to the right. Snorkel along the Waikiki side of the jetty. A variety of fish, lobster, coral, and eels are found in this area. This is a protected reef, so taking marine life is prohibited. It doesn’t get deeper than 6’ for quite a ways out but watch out for the waves as you go further out. Always observe any warnings/cautions posted by lifeguards.

NORTH SHORE SNORKELING has some great spots located all in the same area. Use caution during the winter months, waves can be over 20 feet high in these areas. See descriptions of Waimea Bay, Three Tables, and Sharks Cove below.    Driving instructions: From Waikiki- get on Ala Wai Blvd. turn right on McCully Street and head towards the mountains. After several traffic lights you will cross a bridge, follow the signs to get on H1 westbound. Follow H1 to a junction with Highway 78. Follow Highway 78 to the H2 connection. Follow H2, it will turn into Highway 80. Highway 80 will merge with Highway 99. Follow 99 to a junction with Highway 83, shortly before Haleiwa. Turn right here, to Highway 83. From Haleiwa follow Highway 83 towards Waimea Bay.
WAIMEA BAY has great snorkeling around large rock formations to the left side of the bay. The rocks are shelter for many marine creatures. The ocean is easy to enter and is about 30’ deep around the rocks. The beach is made of powdery white sand. Life guards, bathrooms, showers, telephones, and lunch wagons at the beach park.
THREE TABLES is just around the corner from Waimea Bay as you continue down Highway 83. This snorkel spot is called "Three Tables" because of the three table like rocks in the bay. This spot is less than a quarter of a mile from Waimea Bay on the left side of the road, if you passed the fire station you have gone too far. There are NO: life guards, bath rooms, telephones, or food available at this location.
SHARKS COVE is just past Three Tables as you continue down Highway 83. This is another great snorkel spot, Sharks Cove. It is a bit tricky getting into the cove but it is worth it. Follow the footpaths from the parking lot. There is a large variety of marine creatures found in this cove, the reef drops to about 25’. As the coves name implies there are some white tipped reef sharks known to call this cove home. They are not aggressive, but do not approach or molest them. They will defend themselves. We have snorkeled here a few times and have never seen any sharks, just lots of fish. Turtles are often seen in the cove. From Waimea Bay- past three tables you will pass a fire station on the left. Past the fire station are tennis courts. Just past the tennis courts is parking for Sharks Cove. The footpaths to get to the cove are to the far right of the beach park area. There are bathrooms and showers in the upper beach park area. There are no life guards on duty.

HANAUMAY BAY TRANSPORTATION AND SNORKEL GEAR PACKAGE - Please note Hanauma Bay is closed on Tuesdays.
Hanauma Bay Dive Tours- includes hotel pick up and drop off, all gear, Hanauma Bay tram fare, drinks and a snack, and instruction if needed. Price does not include $5 park entrance fee. Rate is about $59 per person. Call 800-505-8956 or 808 256-8956 for current rates, more information, and reservations.
Seabird Tours- 808 220-3968 

SNORKEL SAIL on a 60-foot glass bottom catamaran on an exciting 3 hour cruise. Enjoy snorkeling in 30-40 feet of water, use the ocean water slide & ocean trampoline, and stuff your face with a delicious all you can eat BBQ lunch and soft drinks. Snorkel equipment is available. Bring a disposable underwater camera! This fun in the sun is from 9:30am to 12:45pm. $50 for adults, $25 for children.Call 983-STAR for current rates, more information and reservations. 

SNUBA ADVENTURE and go deeper than a snorkeler without all the heavy equipment. Your air tanks float on a raft while you explore the reef freely. Your air hose will allow you the ability to dive down to 20 feet. Please consult your doctor prior to this adventure if you have sinus or ear problems. You will receive training on how to equalize, just like in SCUBA, where you pinch your nose and then blow out to get rid of the pressure. Then you are ready to strap on your weight belt and check out the marine life. There are several locations to choose from Hanauma Bay to a more secluded boat dive.
Hanauma Bay Dive Tours-   Rate is about $92 per person for a three hour adventure. Price includes hotel pick up and drop off, Hanauma Bay park entrance fee, water, cookies, instruction and equipment. Call 800-505-8956 or 808 256-8956 for current rates, more information, and reservations.

SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS - There are dolphin encounter programs in controlled environments and opportunities to encounter dolphins that live wild in the waters around Oahu!
Dolphin Quest Encounter Program at Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hotel - Dolphin education program where you not only learn about the dolphins but get into the Dolphin Lagoon at the Hotel and get an up close and personal encounter with these amazing creatures. Two hour encounter program for children is $150 per child. 30-Minute encounter for adults 13 years or older is $115 per person, 1-Hour $175. Call 808 739-8918 for current rates or to arrange your swim with the dolphins.
Sea Life Park Dolphin Encounter - special tour allows you to get into the Sea Life Park dolphin lagoon and actually swim with the dolphins. $129 per person, including transportation. Call 808 259-7933 for current rates or to arrange your swim with the dolphins.
Dolphin Excursions takes you by Zodiac to where dolphins and turtles are frequently encountered. $105 per adult, $55 per child for this all day adventure including Snorkel Gear, floatation tubes, and picnic lunch. Call 808-239-5579 for current rates, more information, or reservations.
Wild Side Sailing Tours take you out on a sail boat to where dolphins and turtles are frequently encountered and you can get off the boat and swim with them! Tours range about $105-$150 per person. Call 808 306-7273 for current rates, more information and reservations.

SURFING LESSONS - Surfing was invented by ancient Hawaiians so learning to surf would be a great way to exprience a traditional Hawaiian activity. Surfing is fairly easy to learn, especially if you get a lesson.
HAWAIIAN FIRE SURFING SCHOOL is a team of active Honolulu Fire Fighters who love surfing as much as they love fighting fires! They offer two hour lessons with rates starting at $99 per person. Lessons include: Waikiki area transportation to and from the secluded beach, foam covered surf boards, leash, reef shoes, rash guard, shade tent and chairs, on shore lesson and of course water time. Call 888-955-7873 or 808 737-3473 for current rates, more information and reservations.
HANS HEDEMANN SURFING SCHOOL offers 2 hours of personalized safety instructions, the lesson, and use of the board. $50 for 1-hour group surf lesson, $75 for 2-hour group surf lesson. Private beginning lessons and professional level surf lessons are also available. Call Hans Hedemann Surfing School at 808 924-7778 for current rates, more information and reservations.
GIRLS WHO SURF surfing lessons offer extended lesson time and smaller group sizes.  They have a 3 hour lesson activity that includes all equipment, 2 hours of water time, as well as pick up and drop off service. Prices start at $90 per person for a group lesson. They also offer surf lesson packages for multiple lessons. Call Girls Who Surf for current rates, more information and reservations at 808 371-8917.
WAIKIKI BEACH SERVICES offers 1.5 hour of surf instructions and use of the board. $40 per person for group lessons, $75 per person for private lesson. You can rent your board for $7 per hour after the lesson is over.  Call 808 352-2882 for current rates, more information and reservations.

SURF CAMP is a great way for any skill level of surfer, even if you have never surfed before, to receive intense training and have lots of fun. Surf camps offer one day private or group lessons in addition to the week long surf camp adventures. 
Surf Camp Hawaii for youths 10-18 years old operates on Waikiki Beach the South Shore of Oahu. Rates are about $795 per person for 7 days. Call 888-345-4374 for current rates, more information, rates, available camp dates, and reservations.
North Shore Surf Camp operates in Haleiwa on the North Shore of Oahu. Camps available for kids and adults. Call 808 638-5914 for more information, rates, available camp dates, and reservations.
Sunset Suzie Surf Camp operates at Sunset Beach on the North Shore of Oahu. Camps available for kids and adults. Call Sunset Suzie at 808 781-2692 for more more information, current rates, and reservations.

SURF TOURS can be designed especially for you for you by professional surfer and surf stunt woman "Sunset Suzie". Suzie also offers private and group surf lessons for all skill levels. Rate is about $150 per person for a day tour including two hours of surfing, surf equipment, tour of north shore surf spots, swimming with sea turtles and lunch. Call Sunset Suzie at 808 781-2692 for more more information, current rates, and reservations.


SPORT FISHING: If you’ve dreamed of reeling in the biggest catch of your life the Pacific Ocean is the place to be. We recommend boats that will agree to any request to release billfish and will also allow you to take some of the catch home. The preservation of the Hawaiian fishing grounds is an important concern and fishermen releasing unneeded catch is a part in this preservation. The most popular sport fish caught around the Hawaiian Islands are Pacific Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Bigeye Tuna, Skipjack Tuna, Black Marlin, Broadbill Swordfish, Shortbill Spearfish, Pacific Sailfish, Dolphinfish, Wahoo, and Yellowfin Tuna. It is a fact that all fishing places, however fantastic they are, cannot guarantee that you will catch fish. When you charter a boat you are paying for is the opportunity to catch a large fish and the story of a lifetime. The Kona area of the Big Island is known to have the best catch rates in the islands, especially during mating season (April-August). Dress comfortably and prepare for direct sun exposure. There will be a place to retreat from the sun on the boat but don’t neglect the sunscreen! A waterproof spf 30 or better. T-shirts and shorts, a light hat, polarized sunglasses, and deck shoes or sneakers are fine for a day on the water. For most boats you are asked to bring all of your food and drink aboard with you. Canned drinks, and some light snacks and sandwiches are a good idea. All boats will have fresh water, ice, and a way to keep your stuff cold aboard. There is a Hawaiian superstition that absolutely, positively, no bananas go on a fishing trip!  It is considered to be unlucky to have bananas or anything with banana in it on a boat in Hawaii. Ask your skipper more about this Hawaiian kapu.
Oahu Sportfishing Options:
55’ KUU HUAPALA - Fish Disposition: All fish belongs to you the client.  Boat will also make arrangements for mounting if desired. Specialty trips offered: Overnight trips (24 hours) for $1,200 food included. Rates are about: Full day private: Full Day Private $900, Full Day Share $190, 3/4 Day Private $800, 1/2 Day Private $700. Call 808 596-0918 for current rates, more information and reservations.

53’ Kamome (Seabird)-  Fish Disposition: Client can keep catch under 100 lbs. Call 808 593-8931 for current rates, more information and reservations.

50’ MAGIC- Fish Disposition: Boat will filet servings for 20 for you to take with you. Call 808 596-2998 for current rates, more information and reservations.

45’ SASHIMI II FISHING TOURS- Fish Disposition: You may fish for all fish except those protected. There is a grill on board so you can cook your catch. Midnight Shark Hunt is offered from 10pm-1am (catch and release only). Daytime or Sunset bottom fishing tour $63 per person including rod, bait, tackle, transportation, BBQ meal and beverages. Big Game half day charters $550, full day Charter $850. Midnight shark hunt $125 per person. Call 808 955-3474 for current rates, more information and reservations

42’ FOXY LADY - Fish Disposition: 50 pounds of fish will be filleted and packaged for the charter to take home. Departs from Oahu's North Shore. Rates are about: Full day Charters $800, Half day $600. Military and Kama'aina rates available. Call Chupu Charters at 808 637-3474 for current rates, more information and reservations

37’ Pristine Bertram Sportfisherman on the MonkeyBiz  II -  Fish Disposition: Client can keeps the catch -(we practice catch and release with the clients permission).  Rates are about: Full day private: $700 full day private, 3/4 day private: $600, 1/2 day private: $500. Call 808-478-1595 for current rates, more information and reservations

WATER SKIING for beginners or advanced skiiers. They take you on the protected waters of the inland Hawaii Kai Marina and provide you with the experience of a lifetime. Their boats are top of the line Correct Craft Ski Nautiques which will allow you to enjoy your time on the warm waters in total comfort. For those who like the challenge of slalom skiing they have a 6 ball course located in the upper marina. Rates are about $49 per person. Call Hawaii Water Sports Center at 808 396-9224 for current rates, reservations and more information.

NORTH SHORE WHALE WATCH - A 2.5 hour catamaran whale watch cruise out of Haleiwa on the beautiful north shore of Oahu. Cruises December through May while humpbacks are in the islands. $80 per adult and $60 per child 17 and younger including beverages. Bring your own food, sunscreen, and camera. Call North Shore Catamaran Charters at 808 351-9371 for current rates, more information and reservations.

STAR OF HONOLULU HONOLULU WHALE WATCH -Whale sightings are guaranteed!! Their cruise leaves from Aloha tower and is narrated by marine naturalists. Lei making, hula and ukulele lessons also provided on the cruise. Cruise 11:30am-2pm. $52 per adult and $31 per child 3-11. Buffet lunch is included. Call 808 983-7827 for current rates, more information and reservations. Click here to check out a more in depth reveiw with a Virtual Adventure to the Navatek Whale Watching Cruise!

WINDSURFING LESSONS will have you riding the waves in 1 session.
Hawaiian Water Sports- Operates in Kailua. Rates are about $95 per person for 2 hours of group instruction, $175 for 2 hours of private instruction, $299 for 8 hours of private instruction. Call 808 428-5483 for current rates, more information and reservations.
Naish Hawaii- Operates in Kailua. Rates are about $45 per person for 1.5 hour of group instruction, $65 per hour for private instruction, $250 for package of 5 one hour lessons. Call 808 262-6068 for current rates, more information and reservations.
North Shore Eco-Surf Tours, Operates on the North Shore of Oahu in Haleiwa. Call 808 638-9503 for current rates, more information and reservations.

PLEASE NOTE: Prices for island activities featured within our site are NOT guaranteed. Since we are not affiliated with any of the activity providers we are not notified if services or prices change. You will need to contact the activity provider directly for a current price quote and for availability information. 

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