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Oahu & Maui Family Adventures

Iconic landmarks, world-class beaches, and perfect family basecamp islands

Top Sites

Pearl Harbor

Duration

3-8 hours

Age Range

All ages

From

$45/person

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Jade Kawanui, local family adventure expert

Written by a Local Family Expert

Jade Kawanui

Oahu: Your Family's Adventure Basecamp

Oahu blends cosmopolitan energy with legendary natural beauty perfectly. From Pearl Harbor's historic sites to the North Shore's iconic surf breaks, Oahu offers dynamic activities for diverse family interests and ages.

Must-Experience Oahu Adventures

🎢 Coral Crater Adventure Park

Premier adventure destination with 6-zipline course, side-by-side ATVs, and 60-foot Adventure Tower. Perfect for families with automatic braking systems safe for kids 6+.

🏛️ Pearl Harbor

Powerful educational experience with USS Arizona Memorial, Battleship Missouri, and Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum. Free advance reservations required.

🌺 Polynesian Cultural Center

Immersive journey through Polynesian cultures with distinct "villages," demonstrations, and spectacular evening show "Hā: Breath of Life."

11A- Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Departing from Waikiki Area

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🏄‍♂️ North Shore

Summer brings calm waters at Waimea Bay. Laniakea Beach offers frequent green sea turtle sightings. Winter waves are massive for viewing!

Best Oahu Beaches

🏖️ Kuhio Beach (Waikiki)

Man-made breakwaters creating calm, shallow lagoons perfect for young children.

🏖️ Kailua Beach

Soft white sand, turquoise waters, and gentle waves ideal for swimming and kayaking.

🏖️ Lanikai Beach

Powdery sand and calm, clear waters with picturesque Mokulua Islands views.

11A- Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Departing from Waikiki Area

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Pearl Harbor, North Shore, Polynesian Cultural Center, and more.

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Maui: Volcanic Wonders & Upcountry Charm

Maui captivates families with diverse landscapes, from Haleakalā's otherworldly summit to lush Road to Hana rainforests and sun-kissed Kaʻanapali beaches.

Haleakala crater at sunrise with family silhouettes watching the spectacular view

🌋 Haleakalā National Park

Witnessing sunrise from 10,023-foot summit provides bucket-list memories. Reservations required 3 AM-7 AM. Dress warmly for alpine cold!

🌿 Road to Hana

Legendary drive through 600+ curves and 59 bridges. Key stops: Twin Falls, Waiʻānapanapa State Park (black sand beach), Wailua Falls.

🐠 Maui Ocean Center

750,000-gallon Open Ocean exhibit with sharks and rays, plus immersive 3D Humpbacks of Hawaii experience. Great for rainy days!

🤿 Molokini Crater

Partially submerged volcanic caldera with crystal-clear waters. Many boat tours combine with "Turtle Town" for green sea turtle sightings.

Haleakala & Hawaiian Craft

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Haleakala sunrise, Road to Hana, snorkeling, and family-friendly tours.

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Family-Friendly Pearl Harbor Tour With Private Transportation

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🏝️ Quick Info

  • Best For: First-timers
  • Oahu Highlight: Pearl Harbor
  • Maui Highlight: Haleakalā sunrise
  • Best Beaches: Waikiki, Ka'anapali
Family Snorkel / Fish Charter Maheli Heli

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