If you do only ONE thing while visiting Oahu then this should be the thing…read more Besides the beautiful views on the Ranch they have such a great history. You can do the standard movie tour and see the literally hundreds of movies and TV shows filmed there or explore a bit more on your own with their ATV tour or horseback tour. Everything is reasonably priced and our guide was fantastic. So much knowledge of history, filming, wildlife and lore. All done without a script in sight. There is a bunker built for WW2 that was never really used but now houses movie memorabilia from the many productions on the ranch. Staff everywhere was super friendly and be sure to check out ALL of the buildings as they offer food souvenirs and even a shop with meat and products from the ranch itself.

If you're visiting Oahu, Kualoa Ranch is an absolute must-do. Every time we find ourselves on the…read moreisland, we make it a point to come back and try a different excursion and it never disappoints. Whether it's the farm tour, ATVs, e-bikes, or even visiting the secret beach, every experience has been fun, unique, and incredibly well run. The setting alone is worth it you're surrounded by some of the most breathtaking natural beauty on the island, with views that are easily among the best in Oahu. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and there's even a chance you'll stumble upon a movie being filmed, which adds a little extra excitement to the day. This time around, we did the e-bike tour (novice level). Even though it's labeled beginner-friendly, I'd say it can still be a bit of a workout. I consider myself pretty athletic, and there were definitely moments where I had to push myself. That said, it just made the experience more rewarding. They do have you complete a practice run beforehand to make sure you're comfortable handling the bikes, which is reassuring. Our tour guide was fantastic and really made the experience enjoyable. As a bonus, we even got to catch a glimpse of the next Jumanji movie being filmed, which was such a cool surprise. We can't say enough good things about Kualoa Ranch. It's one of those places that keeps you coming back, and it absolutely deserves a spot on your Oahu itinerary.

Uʻilani was a spectacular guide--entertaining, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. She shared her…read morewisdom and deep understanding of Hawaiian culture with warmth and authenticity, and we were able to spend meaningful, unhurried time at every stop on the tour. My favorite activity of the entire trip was snorkeling. I love nature, and swimming alongside a school of fish was one of the most remarkable experiences of my life. My new novel, DeathCon--a YA horror story releasing in February--takes place in Honolulu, and this journey was so rich with insight and history that I truly felt my spirit connect with the people and the land. It was an unforgettable and inspiring experience from beginning to end. Mahalo nui loa -- with deep gratitude for the land, the culture, and the opportunity to be here.

I wish I could give this company 0 stars, but let the one star I'm forced to give be in honor of…read more the incredible bus driver NEIL and our guide KING MIKE. They're both hilarious and very knowledgeable! ------------------------------- As a travel agent, I like to recommend yours or experienced that I myself have tried. While 'Im not much of a tour bus enthusiast, to ensure that my clients end up with a good one-- I decided to try Nui Tours. Unfulfilled promises by Jack (the owner): small group, Mercedes Van, all of the stops, snorkeling at a specific beach, we did not want to stop at certain places and were told we could customize, souvenir hats, 2 bottles of champagne, unlimited juices/snacks/drinks, and the discounted price per person. What we got: the bus was 30 minutes late, no one answers the phone number, HUGE OLD TOUR BUS (58 people), we did not get to choose our stops or how long we stopped somewhere, they had water bottles and Pringles (no juice/no champagne/no other snacks that were promised), and on top of several other things-- they charged us full price. WE ARE STILL AWAITING A REFUND of the amount that was overcharged. Jack has lied to us, taken zero accountability, and still refuses to answer the phone. I can't help to think that half of his warrants are for fraud at this point. There is no clear communication and several tour companies show up at the same location, so if you got suckered into these tours-- please verify with each driver to see if your name is on their list. Please choose a different touring company to support. If you have a car rented and need help planning your endeavors, feel free to reach out. Good luck out there!

The guides were fun and informative, and made sure everyone had a chance to see what they saw…read more(including a submarine resurfacing). Thanks so much for taking care of us! Mahalo

Ian and stone were amazing tour guides and super respectful and knowledgeable in the different fish…read moreand aloha culture.

We booked a last-minute turtle snorkeling tour for myself and my 13-year-old daughter, not knowing…read morewhat to expect--and it ended up being the most amazing experience! The bus arrived right on time, and our driver, Cheryl, was awesome and hilarious. Once we got to the boat, Captain Zach was fantastic, and Leilani, our lovely hula dancer, added such a special touch to the whole experience. From start to finish, we loved every single second. The crew was fun, professional, and made us feel completely at ease. We were even lucky enough to see whales, which made the trip extra unforgettable! I've told everyone I know about this experience and can't wait to come back and try the dolphin tour next time. This place is absolutely a 10 out of 10--highly recommend!

Our family of four joined the Dolphins and You 3-hr tour in December 2025 and we had a blast! All…read morestaff members made the experience so enjoyable. Tyler was the bus guide and his positive energy set the tour off to a great start. He clearly laid out the outline of the tour: 1st hour to see sea animals, 2nd hour of snorkeling with a boat slide, 3rd hour boat ride back including lunch and hula dancing. Driver Mahea greeted us warmly and safely drove the large bus from and to Waikiki. Captain Jerry was informative and included our 6-year-old daughter to "drive" the boat and it was a highlight of her Oahu trip. Ben and Kainoa were friendly, made sure we had the appropriate snorkeling gear/life jackets for the kids, and gave beautiful hula dances. Cyre had great energy and was informative on the boat ride. Flo and Faavae were great in guiding the water activities. We saw dolphins, snorkeled with turtles, enjoyed the boat ride, and appreciated how a little bit of the Hawaiian culture was incorporated into the tour. Thank you to this crew!

Sage and Kim provided us with a safe, enjoyable, and well-organized trip. The itinerary was fully…read morepacked and thoughtfully designed, offering a rich mix of Hawaiian culture, history, and natural beauty. We especially appreciated the authentic local insights alongside highlights of modern-day icons. The only downside--through no fault of Sage or Kim--was that a few inconsiderate participants did not respect the schedule, which caused delays and shortened our time at some stops.

Like many others, we did ample research before diving into this tour. The appeal for me was the:…read more- included lunch - guidebook given at the end outlining Oahu's nature WRITTEN BY THE CEO! - focus on flora and fauna - competitive price point - good pick up locations My favorite stops were: - the Botanical garden which many other tours offer as well - Pali Lookout for King Kamehameha's victory and the wind The not so fun: - Chinaman's Hat, would've preferred the nut farm Our guide Kainoa taught us about the nature, history, Hawaiian language, personal storytelling especially with his grandfather and brother, some cool stories (spoilers ahead) include: - Grandpa and brother touching Pacific Ocean at the same time in Honolulu and San Diego which is touching the same thing - Polynesians keeping sharks as pets, one of grandma's friends kept a 14 ft long tiger shark and fed it in knee deep water - The events of Pearl Harbor and December 7th 1941 through his grandpa's eyes - Hawaii's transition from sugar cane to tourism Some other cool random events include: - two peoples birthdays - proposal on board! Definitely would go back! The bus was comfy and Kainoa was awesome. you can tell the CEO and all the staff really want you to know the intimacy of Hawaii, not just the tourist spots, evident when driving up the north east shore and through the countryside.

If you're a tourist, do yourself a favor by talking to Shaka. They are so incredibly patient,…read morehelpful, and *honest*! I actually saved money by booking through them compared to online, because they fully explained the differences in tours/tiers and picked the cheapest ones that satisfied our criteria. It was clear that they knew what they were talking about. Ideally, you should call Shaka before you get to Hawaii and plan your vacation early... but we didn't. Luckily, we stopped by in person and Shaka Tours saved our vacation. They planned our whole itinerary, got us tickets to things that looked closed, and advised us against packages that we came in considering. It actually felt like a tourist stop itself, because they explained the local geography and customs using google maps and videos, and suggested can't-miss, free, no-reservation needed stuff like the Diamond Head Hike. They were easy to reach by text/call at any time, even when we woke up very early because we wanted to make the most of the day. The tours they did book for us were all great with friendly guides. I can't recommend them enough!

The audio tour didn't work, no one ever replied to help via phone, text, app or email when it…read morecounted. I did all of the troubleshooting advised through their website and app and nothing worked. I didn't need help after I got home from Hawaii for a tour that was only in Hawaii. I reached out for a refund and only got the run around. I would give zero stars if I could!

What a fun time! Famous Danny was awesome! He made the trip…read more We went to three breweries. Hana Koa, Howzit and The village, all have great selection of beers. this trip is fun for any beer lover.

This has to be one of the best private birthday celebration by far and we're definitely going do…read morethis again! Rent the entire bike and gather the best 15 people to have the craziest and memorable time that knows how to work hard for that beer Thank you Danny (driver) for your energy and helping to make our adventure possible (amidst the rain we still had a blast) The only thing we wished that went differently was the partnership with one of the breweries that sat our party of 15 people to the side, but not once got waited on the 40-45 minutes we were there. No host came by to take orders, offer water, checked on us if we needed anything. Therefore, we don't wait around and ordered with the bar. The bartender was quick, we ordered a bunch of food and servers were quick. No complaints there! Just amazing that no one wanted to wait on a guarantee money making hungry and thirsty bunch of people that already had a reservation to their establishment. That is poor management, but hey, you still got our money! Our other stops were the best experience and we'll note to self next time chose the brewery for their customer service team

Toms of amazing food options. Was very accommodating for vegetarians and pescatarians.read more

We did this Hole In The Wall tour with our 71 and 81 year old moms. What a terrific time we all…read morehad! Shuttled around in a Mercedes passenger van by Dennis"Big Bear" and Matthew Gray, the owner himself, was a gigantic treat. We were regaled by their food tales and enjoyed so many fabulous bites! There was just enough walking to keep it interesting, and the variety of foods and learning about Hawai'i was fab for all! Iconic items such as the manapua and malasada were included. But also featured were places like the open market in Chinatown and the Ying Leong Look Fun Noodle Factory. I love how personal this tour is. Our group was really excellent. Everyone was on time and sang a rousing rendition of Happy Birthday for my hubby. We will remember this for a long time, not just the food.

Nyle was an amazing guide! We had such a great time! She was super accommodating and helped my…read moresister who was nervous to snorkel and she stayed by her side the entire time. We saw fish and even got to see two turtles!! Definitely would recommend!!!

I feel like we lucked into having the best experience of all the people we saw in Hanauma Bay that…read moreday. Nyle was the difference maker - I felt sorry for everyone else who only got to see what was in close. She showed us so much more and we had a great time. Nyle was everything you'd want in a guide and she even sent us great photos and videos afterward. If you aren't going to snorkel with Nyle, I would recommend doing something else.

Fun 5/5 Snorkeling 4/5…read more Service 5/5 Informative from staff in safety 5/5 Price for value and time 5/5 Overall 5/5 Wow you guys are truly amazing. I didn't even get off the boat and my son already asked me "can we come back to this same boat again next time!" From the gate B, which is your entrance, make sure you read your additional info after your confirmation email, especially if you are taking a Uber or Lyft, or else you can get dropped off at the main area and have to walk and find gate B! It's a long walk if you do not specify, our u er drive was the one that asked me, what gate sir, or else you have a long walk. Thank god he asked us! So from the gate to the entire experience, it can be overwhelming, it's a lot to do, it's a ton of fun. I rated 4/5 for the snorkeling because it's open ocean vs doing this inside a "bay" You first get a cruise down the waters and learn about the city and the captain t Story tells you a lot of history and the buildings while we are cruising and then we turn around to the play and snorkeling areas! Wow! But knowing my kids they want to also PLAY! Thais is the boat, you have a water trampoline, a water floating board that you legit can lay on or stand on and play balance and or just lay, and a huge slide!!!!! Wow! And drink and snacks are included! We didn't even get a chance to grab a beer! lol (for additional $ on your own) Just look at the view and the photos. So this entire experience is just 5/5 We booked through TripAdvisor. This is 100% recommend, since this is also at open ocean, it's easier if you can swim and not afraid of the waters. They do offer life jackets and self blown floatation vests, your choice. Must do!!!!! See you next time!

We booked Living Ocean Tours the day before Thanksgiving, and it ended up being one of the absolute…read morehighlights of our trip to Hawaii! My wife, kids, and I had an amazing time from start to finish. The crew was incredibly friendly and welcoming--they made us feel right at home the moment we stepped aboard. The kids were thrilled with the slide and the water trampoline. Honestly, watching them shoot down the slide and bounce around with huge smiles made the whole experience worth it by itself! Once we got out on the water, we saw tons of beautiful fish, way more than we expected. The guides were great at pointing things out and making sure everyone felt safe and comfortable in the water. Even our youngest, who can be a bit timid, ended up loving it. We also really appreciated the complimentary beverages after snorkeling, such a nice touch and perfect after swimming and playing. All in all, Living Ocean Tours delivered an unforgettable day for our family. If you're looking for something fun, family-friendly, and full of good vibes, this tour is absolutely worth it. We'd do it again in a heartbeat!