Oahu Guidebook

Makani Catamaran Sail

For more information, please visit the Makani Catamaran Sail website.

Getting in

Show your pass at the Makani kiosk, located at the entrance of Kewalo Harbor Basin right next to the 'bento box' food truck.

Driving from Waikiki:

  1. Head west on Ala Moana Blvd.

  1. Turn into the harbor at Ala Moana Blvd (Nimitz Hwy) and Ward Ave intersection before the traffic light.

Please note!

When you make your reservation you will be asked for a credit card to hold your reservation. Your card will only be charged if you do not cancel at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled visit date and time.

  • With your Go Oahu pass, you can upgrade your Daytime Cruise to the Sunset Sail cruise (drinks included) for only $20 per person!

Hours of Operation

Daily: 11AM and 2PM

Please check in 30 minutes prior to sail time.

All sails are subject to availability and weather permitting.

Closings & Holidays

All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.

  

Reservations required

To reserve your spot on the luxury vessel, please call (808) 591-9000.

All sails are subject to availability.

Effective January 1st 2024, State of Hawaii Ocean Stewardship User Fee of $1.00 per person will be added to all reservations. The user fees will support the conservation, restoration, enhancement, and management of Hawaii’s marine resources.

Phone

(808) 591-9000

Getting there

Address

1009 Ala Moana Blvd. F31

Honolulu, 96814

US

Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise

For more information, please visit the Honolulu Snorkel Company Website.

Getting in

Please check in at the office 30 minutes prior to boarding. Show your pass to a crew member and you'll be directed toward the boat for boarding.

Infant policy: Children under the age of 3 are welcome aboard. However, they are required to wear a safeguard-approved infant life vest. You can rent an infant life vest for a 15 USD fee, or bring your own.

Disclaimer

You must be 21+ to drink alcohol. Hard alcohol is not allowed.

Visitor tips

Parking is available at Kewalo Harbor for a fee, but we recommend arriving by taxi or bus due to the limited number of parking stalls. 

Please note!

  • When you make your reservation, you will be asked for a credit card to hold your reservation. Your card will be changed for the ocean fee, and if you fail to show up or do not cancel at least 24 hours before your cruise.

  • If you have questions about the reservation or cancellation process, please email [email protected] or call (808) 556-3586.

    Hours of Operation

    Office Hours
    Daily: 7AM - 4PM 

    Reservations required

    Book your spot directly through the Honolulu Snorkel Company Website. Select your preferred date, time and number of Go City participants, then input your pass number(s).

    Effective January 1st 2024, State of Hawaii Ocean Stewardship User Fee of $1.00 per person will be added to all reservations. The user fees will support the conservation, restoration, enhancement and management of Hawaii’s marine resources.

    Website

    https://www.honolulusnorkelcompany.com/go-city-honolulu-snorkel-co

    Phone

    (808) 556-3586

    Getting there

    Address

    1085 Ala Moana Blvd

    Suite 104

    Honolulu, 96814

    US

    Diamond Head Shuttle & Hike

    For more information please see the Go Tours Hawaii website.

    Getting in

    Show your booking confirmation and pass when you check-in at your pre-arranged pick-up point.

    Wheelchair accessibility

    The hiking trail to the summit is not ADA-accessible, it is very steep and uneven in some areas. The last 1/10 of a mile is all stairs and especially steep.

    Please note!

    When you make your reservation you will be asked for a credit card to hold your reservation. Your card will only be charged if you fail to show up or do not cancel at least 48 hours prior to your visit date.

    • Wear good walking shoes, bring water, and wear a hat and sunscreen.

    Hours of Operation

    Daily tour times (please note pick up times are earlier than tour start times)
    8AM - 10:30AM
    10AM - 12:30PM
    12PM - 2:30PM

    Closings & Holidays

    Christmas Day and New Year's Day

    Reservations required

    Please visit the Go Tours Hawaii website to make your reservation. Select the date and time of the tour you'd like to book, pick the number of people, insert your pass number(s) and complete the details to make your booking.

    Website

    https://gotourshawaii.com/go-city-diamond-head-shuttle-tour/

    Phone

    8089263090

    Getting there

    Address

    **Please see main description for pick up locations in Honolulu**

    , 96815

    USA

    Pearl Harbor and Honolulu City Tour

    For more information visit the Fly Shuttle and Tours website.

    Getting in

    You'll receive information about the pick-up and drop-off times and locations when making your reservation.

    Please note!

    • Pearl Harbor Visitor’s Center has a strict no-bag policy. Bags that offer concealment, such as purses, handbags, backpacks, fanny packs, camera bags, diaper bags, luggage, etc. that exceed the measurements of 1.5" X 2.25" X 5.5," are not allowed at the monument. The park has a baggage storage facility near the entrance to the visitor center.

      There is a fee of $6 per standard bag, and $7.50 per piece of luggage. Storage is available daily from 6:30AM to 5:15PM. Security measures are strictly enforced at all visitor destinations on Pearl Harbor.

    Hours of Operation

    Tour times:
    6AM – 11AM
    8:30AM – 1:30PM

    Duration: 5 hours

     

    Reservations required

    Please call 808-260-9766 to make your reservation. Make sure to have your pass number handy when making your reservation.

    Phone

    808-260-9766

    Getting there

    Address

    **Please see main description for pick up locations**

    Honolulu, 96813

    US

    Waimea Valley

    For more information please visit the Waimea Valley website.

    Getting in

    There's no need to book in advance, just show your pass at the Waimea Valley admission counter.

    Swimming is assessed on a day-to-day basis by lifeguards. To find out if swimming is available, call (808) 638-7766 the day of your visit. Lifeguards make the swim call for the day at 9AM. Please note that swimming conditions may change throughout the day.

    Wheelchair accessibility

    Elevator/Lift Access: Only wheelchair-accessible lift that provides access to the onsite restaurant, Proud Peacock.

    Wheelchair Access: Main pathway is fully paved from the entrance all the way to the waterfall, making it accessible for wheelchairs. (Distance from admissions to the waterfall is ¾ of a mile one way)

    Additional Accessibility Details: Waimea Valley has wheelchairs available for guests who utilize their shuttle service to the waterfall, helping make that portion of the experience more accessible.

    Service Animals: Service animals are welcome throughout the Valley in accordance with ADA guidelines. As a standard policy, animals must remain under control at all times; if a service animal is out of control and the handler is unable to correct it, they may ask that the animal be removed.

    Hours of Operation

    Daily: 9AM – 4PM

    For up-to-date opening times, please visit the Waimea Valley website.

    Closings & Holidays

    Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

    From January 2026: closed Mondays

    Getting there

    Address

    59-864 Kamehameha Highway

    Hale’iwa, 96712

    US

    Waterpark: Wet‘n’Wild Hawaii

    For more information and park rules and regulations, please visit the Wet'n'Wild Hawaii website.

    Facilities

    The park offers both male and female showers, restrooms and changing facilities conveniently located in the center of the park, adjacent to Davey Jones Lockers. A limited number of single-day lockers are available for rent. Lockers are sold on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved in advance. Wet'n'Wild Hawaii does not offer towel rentals.

    Getting in

    Present your pass to the 'Will Call' ticket window for admission to Wet'n'Wild Hawaii.

    Please note!

    • All Day bodyboarding on Da Flowrider:
      present your pass at the Davey Jones’ Locker Attendant to receive your wristband.

      10% off cabana rental:
      present your pass at the Davey Jones’ Locker Area. Applicable to same-day purchases only. Subject to availability.

      10% off at the Windjammer food court and retail shop:
      receive 10% off any purchases when showing your pass at the Windjammer food court and retail shop. No minimum purchase requirement.

    • The following is not permitted in Wet'n'Wild Hawaii:

      No outside food or drinks. Except bottled water.

      No outside inflatables. Wet'n'Wild Hawaii has life jackets available free of charge. First-come, first-served. Life jackets can be picked up at the Hawaiian Waters Wave Pool and Water World.

      No glass items.

    Hours of Operation

    Hours vary, please visit the Wet'n'Wild Hawaii website for more information. 

    Closings & Holidays

    Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. 

    May be closed for private events. Please call (001) 808 674-9283 or visit the website to confirm. 

    Getting there

    Address

    400 Farrington Highway

    Kapolei, 96707

    US

    Bishop Museum Honolulu

    Facilities

    Parking is available at Bishop Museum for $15 per car. You can also find free street parking along Bernice St and Kapalama St.

    Getting in

    There's no need to book in advance, just present your pass at the ticketing window.

    Please note!

    • You can upgrade to the Planetarium for a discounted rate of $3.00 per person with your pass!

    Hours of Operation

    Daily, 9AM - 5PM

    Bishop Museum may occasionally close early due to a private event.  We suggest that you consult their website to confirm the opening hours ahead of your visit.

    Closings & Holidays

    Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.

    Getting there

    Address

    1525 Bernice Street

    Honolulu, 96817

    US

    Sea Life Park Hawaii

    For more information, please visit the Sea Life Park Hawaii website.

    Getting in

    There's no need to book in advance. Proceed to the Sea Life Park Hawaii ticket window for entry and look out for the ticket window with the Go City signs to present your pass.

    Disclaimer

    Park is CASHLESS. Credit, debit and Apple Pay accepted.

    Wheelchair accessibility

    Elevator access: No elevators on site
    Wheelchair access: Yes

    Hours of Operation

    Daily: 10AM – 4PM

    Please check the Sea Life Park Hawaii's website for the most up-to-date times.

     

    Closings & Holidays

    May be closed during major U.S. holidays.

    Getting there

    Address

    41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy

    #7

    Waimanalo, 96795

    US

    Choice of One: 3h Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental Oahu

    For more information, please visit the Sea & Board Sports Hawaii website.

    Getting in

    Please arrive 30 minutes before your rental time and show your pass. Please note as this is a small local business, equipment is based on first-come first-serve basis and quantity is limited. Please ensure you reserve your kayak or SUP in advance to avoid disappointment. The exact pick-up location will be provided at time of reservation. Please note that traffic can be very congested at the North Shore causing traffic delays.

    Please note!

    • Traveling with children: all ages and experiences are welcome! Children 12 years and younger will be required to ride along with a parent or adult 18 years or older. They can sit at the front of the paddleboard or kayak with a parent. For infants and toddlers, we recommend they be held in the front of the paddleboard or kayak while another adult paddles. Infant carriers/backpacks are allowed for those who are experienced paddlers, pending guide approval.

    Hours of Operation

    Office hours: Daily, 8AM-5PM

    Rental times: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday at 10:30 AM

    Closings & Holidays

    Sundays and all local and federal holidays.

    Reservations required

    Please fill out this reservation form information to book your rental.

    Please note this vendor requires a minimum 48-hour notice for all reservations. If you have any questions or need immediate availability or assistance, please call or text (808)-736-5080.

    You'll be asked for a credit card to hold your reservation, but you'll only be charged if you don't make the minimum of 48-hour notice of any changes or cancellation.

    Please note as this is a small local business, equipment is based on first-come-first serve basis, and quantity is limited. Please ensure you reserve your kayak or SUP in advance to avoid disappointment.

    Phone

    (808)-736-5080

    Getting there

    Address

    62-540 Kamehameha Hwy

    Haleiwa, 96712

    US

    Waikiki Surfboard Rental

    For more information, visit the Ohana Surf Project website.

    Getting in

    With us, there are no additional fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass.

    On the day, show your pass to pick up your board from the white Ohana Surf Project van (vehicle), parked at Queen’s Surf Beach behind the Barefoot Beach Cafe, between Honolulu Zoo and the Aquarium.

    You’ll need to attend a mandatory safety briefing at either 8:45AM or 11:45AM before surfing.

    Disclaimer

    You must be aged 13 and over and able to swim in order to rent a board.

    Please note!

    • Rentals may at times be unavailable due to unsafe conditions or demand.

    • You may substitute and upgrade the Full Day Surfboard Rental offer to an Open Group Surf Lesson and get a 30% discount.

      To do so, please make a reservation via the partner’s booking system and use promo code GOCITYLESSON to receive the special Go City 30% discount.

    • You may substitute and upgrade the Full Day Surfboard Rental offer to an Open Group Surf Lesson and get a 30% discount.

      To do so, please make a reservation via the partner’s booking system and use promo code GOCITYLESSON to receive the special Go City 30% discount.

    Hours of Operation

    Daily: 9AM–5PM

    Reservations required

    Please make your reservation via the Ohana Surf Project booking portal.

    Website

    https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/ohanasurfproject/items/380870/calendar/2025/09/

    Phone

    808-599-7873

    Getting there

    Address

    2699 Kalakaua Ave,

    Honolulu, 96815

    US

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