Extreme Water Sports in Oahu
The warm, shallow waters around Hawaii are perfect for those who crave speed and out-of-your-comfort-zone thrills. Water sport rentals and guided experiences are available to take you to the ocean’s best spots. Here are some of our favorite extreme water sports in Oahu.
- Climb into a submerged cage andswim with sharksoff the North Shore.
Learn to surfon Honolulu’s easy breaks, then head to the North Shore andwatch the experts ride giants*.
- Zip past the sunbathers on Waikiki Beach atop a personalJet Skior grab some friends and get ready to cling for dear life tobumper tubes or a banana boat raft towed behind a speedboat.
Explore sunken shipwrecksand coral-crusted sites on an scuba diving adventure day trip. Not scuba certified? Relax and ride below the surface in the protective bubble of aself-propelled underwater scooter*.
- Embrace technology and get your adrenaline pumping as you soar above the waves east of Honolulu using awater-propelled jetpack.
*Snorkel past octopus, sea turtles, spiny urchins and even reef sharksin the protected preserve at Hanauma Bay.
*Parasailoff iconic Waikiki Beach within view of sunbathers and Diamond Head Crater.
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Turtle Canyon Catamaran Snorkel Cruise
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Snorkel with green sea turtles in Oahu's Turtle Canyon on this 2- to 3-hour tour departing from Waikiki. Board a power catamaran and sail along the shore of Oahu towards the island's best place to spot the resident turtles. Turtle sightings are guaranteed; if a turtle is not sighted, you will be given a free second cruise. After snorkeling, enjoy lunch (if option selected ) and two provided drinks while you keep your eyes peeled for passing marine life like dolphins and migrating whales. Snorkel equipment and round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.
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Snorkel with Dolphins and Turtles in the Wild and experience Hawaiian culture.
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Swim within safe viewing distance to dolphins 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.
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Oahu Submarine Scooter Adventure
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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.
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Oahu Shark Dive
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Set out from Oahu’s scenic North Shore to the depths of the big blue Pacific, where you have the chance to observe wild sharks from inside an underwater shark cage. Thanks to your professional, experienced crew, the Oahu shark dive is completely safe as they know the predators’ behavior, and the underwater cage provides proven safety against all different species of sharks. Whether you’re in the cage with sharks right in front of you or watching from up in the boat, Oahu shark diving is a Hawaii activity you’ll definitely never forget.
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1-Hour Guided Hawaiian Parasailing in Waikiki
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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. This small-group tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off for up to 12 travelers, and offers both morning and afternoon departures.
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Shark Cage Diving In Oahu
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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.
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Maunalua Bay Parasailing Adventure
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Go parasaling over Maunalua Bay on this 1-hour adventure from Honolulu. Choose from two flights that take you 500 feet (152 meters) or 700 feet (213 meters) in the air for views of the Ko'olau Mountain Range, Koko Head and the Hawaii Kai coastline. GoPro videos and digital photos of your tandem flight and dip in the warm ocean water are available upon return to land. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is available.
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Discover Scuba Diving from Waikiki
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Want to scuba dive while in Hawaii but don’t have time to get certified? Try this guided, 5-hour ocean dive from Waikiki. It’s not a scuba certification course but it is a quick, easy introduction to the underwater world, under the supervision of a Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) member. Climb aboard a custom, 37-foot dive boat and experience Hawaii’s fascinating underwater world, complete with colorful coral reefs and an abundance of marine wildlife. All the necessary diving equipment plus snacks and fresh water are included.
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Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach
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Nothing is more iconic to Hawaii than surfing at Waikiki Beach. This is arguably the place where surfing was born, and the spot where watermen like Duke Kahanamoku helped introduce surfing to the world. The reason why this south facing coast is so perfect for learning to surf, is the fact that the bottom is soft, sandy, and the water is relatively shallow. During this surf lesson in Waikiki, you'll also notice the way the waves have a steady and gentle roll, which makes them far less intimidating than other waves on Oahu. Add in a long, stable board and a professional local instructor, and before you know it you'll be surfing a wave like ancient Hawaiians of old.
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Oahu Jetpack Experience
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Soar 30 feet (9 meters) above the waters of Oahu with a water-propelled jetpack on this adventurous experience. After a certified instructor gives you a safety briefing and training on how to use the pack, practice walking on water, deep-water landings, elevation control and steering while enjoying views of Maunalua Bay. No experience is necessary, and observers are welcome to enjoy views of Koko Crater, Koko Head and the Ko'olau mountain range.
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Two Tank Certified Wreck SCUBA Diving From Waikiki
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When visiting Hawaii, try this guided, 5-hour, small-group ocean dive from Waikiki. Climb aboard a custom dive boat and experience Hawaii’s fascinating underwater world, complete with colorful coral reefs and an abundance of marine wildlife. All the necessary equipment is included. Evidence of dive certification is required from all visitors wishing to participate in a certified dive.
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