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Oahu Water Activities
Beyond surfing, you can explore the ocean by taking a group outrigger canoe ride off of Waikiki Beach. If you’re looking for something fun for the whole family to do, try snorkeling and swimming at one of Oahu’s many beautiful beaches. Take a sunset cruise or sailing excursion and you might spot a humpback breach during whale watching season (December through May). Sports fisherman can also charter a boat and fish for Pacific Blue Marlin, Ahi (yellowfin tuna), Ono (wahoo) or Mahimahi.
Satisfy your sporty side with other water activities in Oahu, including jet-skiing, parasailing, wind surfing, kite surfing, wakeboarding and bodyboarding (boogie boarding). Stand up paddle boarding (SUP)—where surfers stand on a larger board using a paddle to maneuver—has also become a popular alternative to surfing in the islands. With so many exciting activities, you'll understand why adventure thrives in the deep blue Pacific surrounding Oahu.
Ocean Conservation & Safety
"This short stretch of coast has more than 20 breaks gentle enough for the novice or just tricky enough for the experienced surfer. The waters are warm. The waves are forgiving and long enough to let you go the distance. Every visitor to Oahu should ride a wave."
Explore Oahu Water Activities
Atlantis Submarines offers a one-of-a-kind underwater experience off the shorelines of Oahu, Maui, and Hawaii Island, giving guests a close-up view of an array of marine life, exotic tropical reefs and numerous sunken vessels.
Explore Oahu from the rainforest with our professional nature guides while, Hiking, Biking, Kayaking, Sailing and Snorkeling. Exclusive access to remote Hawaiian rainforest. Delicious meals and transportation from Waikiki included.
Waikiki’s hidden gem, the best scuba diving on Oahu. Hawaiian Diving Adventures is the place for amazing experiences and fantastic adventures. Dives everyday for all levels of skill and experience. We love first time divers too.
Waikiki Beach Services was established in 1955 and is the longest running surf school in Waikiki.
Escape the crowds and join us on private cruise you won’t soon forget. Go faster and farther than anyone else in town on a private charter for spectacular coastal sightseeing tours, incredible sea life (turtles, fish, dolphins, and whales—in season), and snorkeling. The adventure is up to you!
Big Wave Dave Surf Co., your one stop shop for Surf & SUP Lessons, Board & Beach Rentals, Outrigger Canoe Rides, and Photography Services. Located in the heart of Waikiki. Top Rated on Oahu.
Come enjoy Dolphins, Sailing, Snorkeling, Whale-Watching, Scuba, Sunset & Fireworks Dinner Cruises, Private Charters and more. Oahu's Ko Olina coast & Waikiki, Kona-Kohala, & Hilton Hawaiian Village with "Port Waikiki Cruises."The captains, crew and family of Hawaii Nautical welcome you aboard!
Get soaking wet on the nets or kick back and relax on our comfortable main deck seating and watch everyone else get soaking wet. Snorkel with magical underwater sea life or drink like pirates as you take in a glorious Hawaiian Sunset. Join us where we board right off the sands of Waikiki.
We have tours and private cruises at the Kaneohe sandbar. We provide superb service with aloha for your special excursion. Join us to experience the beautiful sandbar and see the Ko'olau mountains from the ocean, swim with tropical fish and sea turtles!
Experience Waikiki’s breathtaking coastline and stunning sunsets aboard Majestic by Atlantis Cruises. We offer daily sunset dinner cruises and seasonal whale watch cruises. Join us!
