Top Oahu Stand Up Paddleboarding

When the sun is about to set, step onto a stand-up paddleboard and begin your adventure in the company of your dedicated guide. You and your private party will be set up with all the equipment you need for a peaceful night paddle, where you're sure to encounter Hawaiian green sea turtles in their natural habitat. Traveling in a private party ensures you can move at your own pace and ask plenty of questions.

Ride a stand-up paddleboard down a sheltered river during a 2-hour lesson on Oahu’s scenic North Shore. Choose a small-group, semi-private or private lesson, then paddle alongside your instructor as you practice balancing, steering and maneuvering your board. Take your first paddle, or improve your skills with tips from your skilled instructors, then watch for bright fish and sea turtles as you explore a tranquil cove and enjoy this traditional Hawaiian water sport. 

View dolphins in their natural habitat and swim within safe viewing distance to turtles and green sea turtles on this popular Oahu snorkel cruise from Honolulu. Sail into waters home to spinner dolphins, and then glide alongside colorful fish. Snorkel gear, kayaks, and paddle boards are available onboard to help you get the most of this outing. Hotel transport included.

Hop aboard a stand-up paddleboard and make your way along the historic Anahulu stream in Haleiwa in the company of a private guide. Beginners are welcome for this activity; your dedicated guide will ensure that everyone in your private party is safe and comfortable in learning how to paddleboard. Keep an eye out for the enormous Hawaiian green sea turtles, who make their home in these waters.

Perfect your yoga poses on a stand up paddleboard while floating in Hawaii's tropical waters. During this 75-min class in Honolulu led by an experienced instructor, learn to adapt familiar seated, kneeling and reclining yoga poses for the water. Work on balance and core stability with some standing poses and use free time to work on any poses you'd like. Try a savasana supported by the rocking of the ocean waves. This class is suitable for all skill levels; the small group size ensures personalized attention.

An exciting journey of discovery through the beautiful Amelia Earhart Point on the ocean-facing slopes of Diamond Head Crater (drive-by), the famous Halona Blowhole, “From Here to Eternity” beach, Makapu’u Point (drive-by), visit Valley of the Temples, colorful Byodo-in Temple and scenic Mokoli'i Island. This full day tour includes a delicious lunch at the famous Fumi’s Shrimp Stand on the North Shore where you'll be served your choice of various sautéed shrimp plates. *Chicken and Vegetarian options are also available. After your delicious lunch, you will visit the world famous Waimea Valley, the Arboretum and see an incredible Waterfall, followed by the Dole Pineapple Plantation. Your expert nature guide will provide a fascinating narration about Hawaii's bird and plant species, geology, history and culture. Tour includes a 152-page Gift Book "Guide to Nature on Oahu" as a souvenir to take home!

Experience Diamond Head Crater, one of Oahu’s most-loved hikes, on a self guided tour with a map, water, park entrance fees and round-trip transportation provided. The tour is fully customizable, so take your time or challenge yourself, and enjoy the stunning views from the 760-foot summit. Hotel departures are early in the morning  to insure you avoid the big crowds later in the day. This tour is ideal for anyone looking for a bit of adventure and exercise and wanting to see one of Oahu’s most famous landmarks.

Hawaii's North Shore is one of the world's most famous surf spots. Try your hand at the water sport during your time in Oahu with this beginner surf lesson. Join a small group and learn about proper techniques on the sand as well as ocean etiquette. Then, it's time to hit the water to try and catch some waves while your instructor is on standby.

Learn the art of surfing at an iconic location with this private, group surf lesson in Honolulu. Join your dedicated surf instructor and head to the beach to learn the safety protocols, ocean conditions, and basic techniques. Then, take to the water and try to catch your first wave while your instructor provides feedback.

Enjoy a 2-hour surfing lesson with an experienced guide who is also a professional lifeguard in Hawaii. Learn to read the surf and ride the waves during a lesson that includes instruction on the beach followed by practice in the warm waters of Oahu’s North Shore. This family-friendly experience provides plenty of customized attention and fun, along with the chance to view the sea turtles that are commonly found in this area.

Experience the thrill of meeting sharks face-to-face in the pristine waters of Oahu on this educational, 2-hour, cage-diving adventure. See Hawaii's majestic hunters — Galapagos and Sandbar sharks in their natural environment — surrounded by the deep blue of the Big Island’s popular North Shore. Observe from the safety of a floating cage. Stay on the surface, then using a mask and snorkel, look through large polyglass windows to watch the sharks as they gracefully glide by. No scuba experience is necessary. Hotel pickup and drop-off available.

This whole day tour will spend 70% of our time doing beach activities on the North Shore. Guests will have the option to Swim, Kayak or Paddle Board, or do a Waterfall Hike, which have some of the most breathtaking sights and where Jurassic Park, Jumanji, Here to Eternity, and 51st Dates had been filmed. The other 30% of the time is spent sightseeing both the East and North-East Shores. Encompassed in beauty and splendor, the Hanauma coastline is a destined location for popular movies such as Jurassic Park, Jumanji, Blue Hawai’i, Here to Eternity and 51st Dates. Due to the Pandemic & recent changes to Hanauma Bay State Park policy, we are not able to take guests to Hanauma Bay for snorkeling at this time. When commercial activities are reinstated at the Bay we will resume that tour.

One of the best ways to soak up Hawaiian culture is by getting out on the water. If you have never tried stand-up paddle boarding before, this small-group tour is the perfect opportunity. After a quick lesson, you'll paddle along the historic Anahulu stream, home to green sea turtles, and learn about the local landscape from your certified lifeguard instructors.

Oahu's beaches and waterways are beautiful but often crowded. Beat the crowds and explore one of the most peaceful waterways on Oahu. This small-group stand up paddle boarding tour takes you onto the calm waters of the Anahulu River on the islands North Shore while looking out for wildlife such as Hawaiian sea turtles.

Perfect for first-time standup paddle boarders, this excursion takes you out into calm, protected waters of Ala Moana beach park, which is often frequented by turtles. The excursion is limited to just five people and includes time for instruction, if required.

Hawaii is renowned for having some of the best waves in the world, but you don’t have to know how to surf to enjoy them. On this tour, take to the water on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) and paddle along the Kailua coast. Lessons are suitable for all abilities and there are paddle-boarding spots to suit all levels from calm waters for beginners to rolling waves for more experienced boarders.

Give stand-up paddleboard (SUP) a try during this 2.5-hour lesson on Oahu. Your expert instructor shows you paddling technique and pointers on how to maneuver your board at a beach near Waikiki with calm, warm waters. Choose a private or small-group lesson limited to 4 students; both options ensure personalized attention. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.

Learn a new water sport during your time in Hawaii with this private lesson in Kailua. Choose from surfing, kayaking, or stand up paddleboarding and join your private guide on the beach to begin your lesson. Try catching waves during your first surf lesson or enjoy a relaxing time on the water in a kayak or on a paddleboard.

There’s no better place to learn to stand up paddle (SUP) than the beautiful waters of Hawaii. Join a small group in Waikiki and learn the basics of SUP right on the beach with a lesson tailored to your swimming strength. Then, venture into the water to put your newfound skills to work. After the lesson, enjoy time to relax on the beach or in the shade of an on-site tent.

The Kaneohe Sandbar is one of the best places around Oahu for swimming and snorkeling. But, without your own boat, it's tricky to get there. This boat trip does all the hard work for you so that you can relax on board as you cruise to the sandbar then spend your time as you please, whether by jumping into the water, spotting turtles or just soaking up the sun and scenery.

Guided tours of Oahu typically cram tourists onto buses to go to all the same places. Enjoy a more personalized experience with this private tour that can be customized to your own interests. Your guides will tailor the trip for you, whether you want to go snorkeling, surfing, hiking or anything else, and will take you to off-the-beaten track spots that few visitors ever see.

Escape the crowds of Waikiki Beach by getting out on the water for a few hours. This catamaran cruise promises a smooth and comfortable ride out on the ocean and the opportunity to spot wildlife such as turtles and to jump off board for activities such as snorkeling, stand up paddle boarding and kayaking.

Enjoy privileged access to Oahu's Polynesian Cultural Center after opening hours. This nighttime adventure takes you paddling through a tranquil lagoon, guided by the light of the moon and colorful LED illumination in the still water. You'll 'visit' the islands of Samoa, New Zealand, Fiji, Hawaii, Tonga, and Tahiti and learn all about Polynesian culture.

Celebrate a special occasion, or simply treat yourself, by chartering a 55-foot (17-meter) power boat and take to the water around O'ahu.. Spot marine life and customize your tour with Hawaiian cultural performances, snorkeling, stand-up paddle boarding, sea kayaking, and/or a 20-foot water slide.