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Ko Olina: Our most recommended tours and activities

Oahu: Eco-Friendly West Oahu Snorkel Sail with Dolphins

1. Oahu: Eco-Friendly West Oahu Snorkel Sail with Dolphins

Experience Hawaii's unparalleled snorkeling with this cruise from Oahu. Look for Hawaiian spinner dolphins and tropical fish. Savor a mouth-watering breakfast and lunch onboard and relax with two beverages from the bar and unlimited sodas and juices.  Board the boat and set sail for the turquoise waters of the Ko Olina coast. Keep your eyes open for playful dolphins that like to jump and play in the wake of the boat. Enjoy a tasty continental breakfast on your way to your snorkeling spot. Ride on an eco-friendly sailboat, geared towards dolphin preservation and equipped with the finest of amenities, including 2 large restrooms and a fresh-water shower. There's plenty of shade on the deck, as well as tables and seating at the bar. Sip on two complimentary drinks from the bar and have the chance to purchase more as you go. Stay hydrated with unlimited non-alcoholic drinks all day long. Hop into the crystal-clear water and uncover a hidden world of vibrantly colored fish and corals. Work up an appetite and sit down to a picnic lunch on the boat's comfy deck tables. Return to your meeting point at the end of your cruise.

Ko Olina Resort: Stars Above Hawaii Polynesian Star Voyage

2. Ko Olina Resort: Stars Above Hawaii Polynesian Star Voyage

Join people of all ages from around the world on the beach under starry skies and tour the galaxy with a powerful laser and giant telescopes. Learn the latest NASA information on space, astronomy discoveries, and cultural mythologies of the constellations from around the world. See inside the craters of the moon and galaxies millions of light years away. Depending on time of year, you can also see the clouds of Jupiter, in color, and its moons; Saturn and its rings and moons; all the planets in the solar system from Mercury to Pluto; star clusters in the hundreds; multi-colored stars systems; stellar nurseries and newborn baby stars to stars the have blown out and died; as well as passing comets. Take part in an experience that’s fun for the whole family or a perfect romantic date night. Learn about cultural mythologies of the stars, Polynesian star navigation, and the Hawaii star line that is up that evening.

Ko Olina or Kapolei: Honolulu Airport Private Transfer

3. Ko Olina or Kapolei: Honolulu Airport Private Transfer

Enjoy a one-way private van transfer from Honolulu International Airport to your accommodation in Ko Olina or Kapolei or vice versa. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of a pre-arranged private transfer. Meet your driver at the agreed meeting point and let your driver take care of the rest. Your flight arrival and departure times will be tracked, so all you need to do is show up. Sit back and relax in your own air-conditioned van and avoid the stress of navigating unknown public transportation systems or finding enough taxis.

Oahu: Doors-Off Circle Island Helicopter Experience

4. Oahu: Doors-Off Circle Island Helicopter Experience

Covering the island of O‘ahu from above, this is the only full circle tour of O‘ahu by a doors-off helicopter. You'll see incredible aerial views, starting with a glimpse of history as you fly over Pearl Harbor, WWII Arizona Memorial, and Battleship Missouri. Next, soar above the bustling Honolulu harbor, beautiful Waikīkī, and the iconic Diamond Head Crater. Heading further east, you’ll overfly Koko Head Crater and Hanauma Bay before seeing Sandy Beach and Makapu‘u Lighthouse. Heading north, you will come across the fantastic coral formations of Kāne‘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. The thousand-foot cascade of Kaliuwa‘a (Sacred Falls) is a stunning view and is accessible only by air. Then you’ll see the Polynesian Cultural Center, Turtle Bay Resort, and world-famous surfing spots of the North Shore: Sunset, Pipeline, Waimea Bay, and more. As you round Ka‘ena Point you get a glimpse of the serene Wai‘anae Coast, a hidden gem of the island. Uncrowded and glorious white sand beaches such as Yokohama, Mākaha, and Pōka‘i lace the coast. Historic Mākaha Valley comes into view on the return back to Ko‘olina.

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What people are saying about Ko Olina

Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 92 reviews

Great guides. We enjoyed this snorkel activity. We were fortunate to see several kinds of dolphins (spinner and spotted) as well as pilot whales. We also saw turtles and colorful fish during our snorkel time. The guides knew the area and how to find wildlife.

It was a great time! We got lucky and there was only 6 of us on the boat, plus the captain and the other two workers. We got to see pilot whales and snorkel. Unfortunately no dolphins, but that happens.

The staff were extremely friendly and knowledgeable! They made you feel comfortable during the entire tour with safety as a priority. Would highly recommend!

It was a great experience and staff was knowledgeable and friendly

Excellent experience! Crew was amazing, totally recommend!