Top Oahu Private Sightseeing Tours

Enjoy beautiful and rarely traveled Oahu sights, without the hassle of driving in traffic or boarding a crowded bus. Hit many of your Hawaii agenda items in one full day with a private circle island tour. Customize it to the tropical nature, beautiful beaches, traditional culture, and history that you want to see, and spend as much time as you would like. Relax in the comfort of an air-conditioned Mercedes van on your way there and back.

The line to visit the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor starts forming at the crack of dawn and, due to high demand, there are often more people in line than tickets available. However, you can skip the line and hassle by booking this private guided tour. After visiting the memorial and visitor center and Pearl Harbor Museums your excursion continues with a tour of downtown Honolulu and Punch cemetery, visiting such attractions as Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha statue.

Getting out onto (and under) the water is a must-do while visiting Oahu, but big boat tours often mean crowded experiences. Avoid crowds and hassle with this private catamaran cruise that is exclusively for your group. Journey along the coastline to Diamond Head, stopping along the way fro wildlife-spotting, swimming and snorkeling.

We provide Private, Custom, tours of the island of Oahu. You can set the itinerary or leave it up to our expert guides, or a mix of both. We've been giving tours since 2012. Check out our TripAdvisor reviews to see what people enjoyed doing. We pick you up right from your hotel, at 8:30am. Look for a tour van with white letters on the side that says CustomIslandTours.com Please contact us if you would like a different start time.

Combine two experiences—wildlife spotting and sunset viewing on this private catamaran cruise along the east side of Oahu towards Waikiki beach. As it's a private tour, benefit from the personalized service of a private guided snorkeling session or simply admire the ocean views from the boat while listening to your favorite music. Possible wildlife sightings along the way include dolphins, turtles, and whales.

Share the warm Hawaiian waters with green sea turtles, tropical fish, and more on a 2-hour snorkel excursion from Waikiki. No need to wear your flippers and mask on the plane, as all necessary gear is provided. Under the careful guidance of a tour leader, discover the vibrant sea life of Turtle Canyons. Above water wildlife sightings may include spinner dolphins, flying fish, and - in winter months - humpback whales.

Go canoeing the Hawaiian way, in an outrigger canoe, during this 30-minute activity from Honolulu. With your experienced guide, paddle out into the ocean and catch at least 2 waves. Learn about the history of Hawaiian outrigger canoeing, once the official sport of the Hawaiian Royal family, from your captain as he steers the canoe and you paddle. Suitable even for non-swimmers, the canoes carry 4 to 6 people of all ages and abilities.

Visiting the historic sites of Pearl Harbor typically requires waiting in a long ticket line or crowding onto a tour bus. This private tour lets you avoid either scenario. In the company of just your party, you will have the opportunity to explore the USS Arizona and USS Missouri at your own pace. Afterward, enjoy a driving tour of Honolulu and the flexibility to decide where you want to stop.

Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau with sunset coastal views at Paradise Cove. Enjoy a welcome Mai Tai and authentic Hawaiian fare, including fresh seafood, kalua pork, and tropical fruit during this 5.5-hour experience. Watch the sunset and enjoy entertainment from Hawaiian musicians, hula dancers, and fire twirlers. Three dining packages are available to customize your experience, and round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is available.

The Hawaiian island of Oahu is not only home to the capital, Honolulu, but also a number of famous landmarks. On this private excursion, you can create your own itinerary to explore the sights that interest you most. Cruise along the North Shore, visit the Dole Pineapple Plantation, walk along Waikiki Beach, and even snorkel in Hanauma Bay. The day is yours to explore how you wish.

Enjoy a traditional lei greeting and experience a luau on Oahu. Hosted by Chief Sielu, Original World Fire Knife Dance Champion, this event provides the ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in island culture. Watch a Polynesian show, learn headband weaving before indulging in a Hawaiian feast, including pineapple glazed chicken and kalua pork. Upgrade to include priority access and convenient pickup, for a hassle-free experience.

Explore Oahu's waters on this submarine-style glass-bottom boat ride aboard the Atlantis Submarine. During this family-friendly adventure, learn about the local fish, coral and other animals in this marine habitat through your guide's informative commentary. Please be aware all passengers must be 36" or taller to ride. Descend 100 feet (30 meters) under the surface of the water without getting wet. 

Get adventurous during a trip to Honolulu with a morning snorkeling excursion to see green sea turtles. Go under water at Turtle Canyon and swim with a variety of tropical fish, octopus, and turtles. After snorkeling, set sail around Diamond Head to look for Hawaiian spinner dolphins (and humpback whales during the winter months). All snorkel equipment is included.

Settle in for an afternoon cruise aboard the Haleiwa Queen, a 50-foot power catamaran that departs conveniently from Honolulu’s harbor. Learn about Hawaii past and present from the friendly crew as you venture into the open Pacific Ocean to look for dolphins, sea turtles, and even migrating whales. As a bonus, look beneath the water’s surface at fish and coral reefs through unique magnifying view portals.

Experience the wonder of Hanauma Bay, one of Oahu’s most-loved sights. The volcanic crater is a protected, marine-life conservation area with an amazing array of tropical fish and coral reefs. This tour takes the stress and hassle out of the experience, with organized transportation and snorkel gear. Because of the sight’s popularity, the parking lot often fills up halting entrance to the beach. Avoid missing out with this professional tour.

Ideal for first-time visitors, or those with limited time, this full-day tour takes you all around Oahu, making sure that you don't miss a thing. You'll see top attractions including Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Halona Blowhole, the Byodo-In Temple and the surfing beaches of the North Shore. Plus, you'll have time to explore Haleiwa town.

From Waikiki to the North Shore - this tour provides you with the best "Taste of Hawaii" all in one day. Take advantage of the small group setting and ask our local driver more about Hawaiian culture and some of the hidden gems on the island! You start off the day hiking the famous Diamond Head Crater and will see panoramic views of Waikiki. After the hike, you can relax in the air conditioning as we drive up to the North Shore along the East side of the island, viewing all the top sightseeing spots along the way. Benefits of this tour: ・Learn about Hawaiian Culture, History, and all the "Good Spots" from our local driver ・Small Group Tour, More personalized experience ・Maximum 10 people in a 14 passenger van for your comfort ・Choose from a vast selection of lunch options at the Kahuku Sugar Mill Food Trucks (Garlic Shrimp, Paniolo Burger, Short Rib and Vegan, GF, Vegetarian meal) *cost of lunch is not included ・Hassle-free pickup from your accommodations in included(Honolulu Area)

Learn about World War II history on this guided group tour to Pearl Harbor, which includes round-trip transfers from Waikiki hotels. Visit the Pearl Harbor Visitor's Center and get to explore inside the USS Battleship Missouri and the USS Arizona Memorial Boat, where you learn about the war and get an idea of what life at sea was like during the war.

With a local guide, hike to Manoa Falls, the tallest accessible waterfall (150 feet) on Oahu. Located in what is known as the Rainbow Valley, the area is lush with vegetation due to near-daily rains, and rainbows after showers are common. Visit Tantalus Lookout for views of the Diamond Head crater and the Waikiki skyline.

Ride a personal, self-propelled, electric underwater scooter through Oahu's underwater world. During this 2-hour tour, cruise past Diamond Head Crater through Maunalua Bay on a power catamaran, then dive under the surface on your scooter to see green sea turtles, schools of tropical fish and other native marine life. No experience is necessary for this guided tour; all equipment is provided.

Embark on an adventure to Turtle Canyon on this catamaran excursion from Waikiki. Board your vessel and spend your time snorkeling in the pristine waters off the coast of Oahu. See green sea turtles being cleaned by fish and finger reefs as well as octopuses and starfish. The reef is quite shallow so snorkelers of all levels are encouraged to join.

Come along on this 5 hour tour of historical sites, including the Historic Downtown Honolulu, Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona Memorial. 

Explore Hawaii’s island of Oahu by air on this helicopter tour. Fly above the island and many of its most well-known landmarks, such as Diamond Head, Sacred Falls, the Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor. On this ride, choose your departure time and whether or not you’d like the helicopter doors on or off.

Fly over the sparkling waters of Oahu on 1-hour parasailing adventure in Waikiki. Hop aboard your 12-person boat, soaring up into the skies with one or two other people for 10 minutes. Then, spend the rest of your hour gliding across the ocean, keeping your eyes peeled for dolphins, tropical fish and sea turtles.