Location: Kapolei
Top Things to do in Kapolei
The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Kapolei, Hawaii (HI)
Kapolei, named for the volcanic cone Pu'u o Kapolei (loosely meaning "hill of beloved Kapo"), is locally known as Oahu's "second city" after Honolulu. Built on former sugarcane and pineapple plantations, Kapolei is an affluent and vibrant city that is growing rapidly. It has an ever-changing urban scene as well as the Ko Olina resort and marina community and the Disney Aulani Resort. Sportsmen can play a round of golf at the Ko Olina Golf Club before a sophisticated evening on the town.
Restaurants in Kapolei
1. Hawaii Nautical
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,806 reviews
Dolphins or whales guaranteed on many trips, or come back free! Kona-Kohala, Waikiki, and Near Marriott & Disney Ko Olina catamaran dolphin snorkel sailing, scuba, whale watching, dinner cruises, Waikiki options and more. Experience Hawaii Nautical's unparalleled adventures. Family-owned and family-friendly. Locations islandwide. Come experience our five-star service. Daily cruises in Kona-Kohala, and catamaran sailing departures near Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa at Ko Olina (Disney catamaran exclusive itineraries), Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club, Beach Villas at Ko Olina and more. Also try Port Waikiki Cruises from the Hilton Hawaiian Village pier. Looking for swim with dolphins in the wild? See them instead in a sustainable, eco-conscious way. Federal Noaa guidelines say "Do not swim with wild spinner dolphins." Hawaii's first Dolphin Smart recognized operator for proper viewing of dolphins, a program sponsored by Noaa & the National Marine Sanctuaries to educate about dolphin conservation & harassment. They advise not to pursue close wild dolphin interactions.
2. Vintage Aviation- Day Tours
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Vintage Aviation puts you in the cockpit of a WWII AT-6 to experience Pearl Harbor from above. You will live and breathe the December 7, 1941 Japanese attack as you soar over the Arizona Memorial and the Battleship Missouri. You'll even fly the plane. It's a once in a lifetime adventure.
3. The Right Flight Services
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Explore the uncharted areas of Oahu from the sky during our helicopter or airplane flight tour! Oahu Air Tours is a family-run business that focuses on treating all our customers as our Ohana. We'd like to share the beauty of Oahu with you through our Circle Island Flight Tour or East side focal points with our East Side Flight Tour. Wherever you'd like to explore, we guarantee a 5-star experience.
4. Hawaiian Fire
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Hawaiian Fire is a retail apparel store owned and operated by firefighters! Look for our Hawaiian firefighter lifestyle inspired clothing, gifts and accessories at Ko Olina Center!
5. True HI
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
True HI is a newly established stand up paddleboard rental company, offering memorable stand up paddleboard experiences for residents and visitors of Oahu. We are committed to offering the best stand up paddleboard experience for people of all ages! Paddle boarding is an experience you don't want to miss! If you're lucky, you may have a chance to paddle alongside dolphins!
6. KaPili Tours
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5.0 based on 139 reviews
KaPili is locally grown and owned and offers full day tours that circle the island of Oahu stopping in to share the views and knowledge of the food, land, culture and magical spirit of Oahu. We offer private tours for small groups only so that everyone can have plenty of time to take in beautiful Oahu surroundings. See the real Hawaii from the locals.
7. Mana Cruises
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 178 reviews
Explore Hawaii by yacht with Mana Cruises. "Charter-Style" day and sunset cruises to highlight your trip to the islands! Enjoy a hosted bar, hosted menu, limited passenger count and pure Hawaiian hospitality - all inclusive.
8. Stars Above Hawaii
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 68 reviews
Ranked #1 Outdoor Attraction in Hawaii. Stars Above Hawaii is known world-wide as Hawaii's Gateway to the Stars for Evening Entertainment. It is an astronomical and educational entertainment ("edu-tainment") program that is provided to people of all ages from all over the world at the Ko Olina Resort through its star shows held at the Aulani - Disney Resort & Spa, Four Seasons Oahu Resort at Ko Olina, and Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club Vacation Timeshare, all located within the Ko Olina Resort on the Island of Oahu in Hawaii. World-class professional star shows take place at 8:00 pm, 9:00 pm (and at times 10 pm) every evening by reservation, as well as private star show events throughout Hawaii by request.
Reviewed By AdriannaRanger - London, Canada
My husband and two children had a wonderful experience with Greg McCartney at Ko Olina last week at a privately booked show with him ("Stars Above Hawai'i"). We have seen this show also last year during a visit to Aulani, through the Pau Hana Room. This is such a unique, educational and entertaining way to spend an evening--stargazing through Greg's very excellent telescope and identifying common constellations (both in the standard way of naming them and the Hawai'ian equivalents, with the relevant folklore). For anyone considering if this is worth the money, it definitely is! Greg is so knowledgeable, and he will tailor his discussion of the sky to your understanding, answer any questions and even help you take photographs of things through the lens of his telescope (we had a full moon, which was quite bright and it deters from looking at very distant objects--but we have excellent photos of the moon surface, with stunning detail of the features!). We were able to see some constellations that we could never view from Canada, like the Southern Cross! Our family had him all to ourselves, which was just so excellent, and our kids (ages 10 and 13) really enjoyed this and learned something! Mahalo nui loa for a special night!
9. Shaka Guide: Audio Tour Apps
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5.0 based on 181 reviews
Change the way you see Hawaii with Shaka Guide! Our audio tour apps for Maui, Kauai, Oahu and Big Island use GPS to take you to the best spots with stories and music along the way. We have 21 tours in Hawaii that give you turn-by-turn directions to popular sites and local gems -- all with the freedom to explore on your own terms. We've done the research so you can explore!
10. Hokua Beach Supply
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
We are Kapolei's premiere water sports and beach gear rental service. We provide affordable snorkel, stand up paddle board, surf, and beach gear rental and delivery to all of Oahu's west side beaches including Ewa Beach, Ko'olina, Pokai Bay, Makaha and Yokohama Bay!
Reviewed By aaronmiller25 - Irvine, United States
Had the top notch snorkel gear delivered by Jason to my wife and I right to the snorkel spot we were starting at, and kept it for five days to snorkel around Oahu. Slight hiccup on drop off (the resort employees didn’t want to hold onto the gear for pickup, even though it sounded like Hokua Beach Supply comes twice a day for pickups and drop offs). Even then, Jason picked it up from me right at the resort we were staying at the next morning. If planning to drop off your gear somewhere without meeting up directly, make sure beforehand that it will work, or make sure you have time to arrange a direct meet up. They are flexible on the location and the times, and you can’t beat having quality gear delivered to you and picked up in a prompt and professional manner.
