The 11 Best Food Experiences in Hawaiʻi You Can Book

1.Oahu Catamaran Waikiki Sunset on 40 Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOB

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 836 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44Our pick

Spend about two hours on a 40-foot catamaran with Captain Krash and a friendly crew, watching the sun set behind Waikiki and Diamond Head. Enjoy pupus, beverages, music, and views of the city lights. Guests 21 and older may bring their own alcohol. The cruise carries up to 28 people and returns to Pier A.

“Captain Krash and his crew (Anna and pups Sushi and Mona) were exceptional! They did a great job to not overbook giving plenty of room on the boat. This trip was laid back and light snacks were wonderful. And the views, stunning! Highly recommend!”

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2.Hawaii Off The Beaten Path Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 665 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $150

Spend about three hours exploring Honolulu’s Chinatown and nearby markets with guides such as Victor and TJ. Expect generous tastings of poke, sashimi, roast meats, Filipino dishes, tropical fruit, sweets, and local drinks, plus hotel pickup in Waikiki or Honolulu. This is a standing and walking tour, so arrive hungry and ready to try unfamiliar foods.

“Man, we had a blast with TJ and Victor. These dudes had us learning local history like it was the hottest Netflix show of the summer. And the food? Listen… we tried fresh tuna, duck, pork, Filipino dishes, basically everything but the kitchen sink. By the time we got back, we were so stuffed I thought somebody was gonna have to roll us outta there like a couple of beach balls. And shoutout to our guides for looking out for my parents. They’re older, and TJ and Victor kept the pace so perfect it felt like we were on the VIP senior tour. Smooth, easy, no stress. Big Mahalo, y’all.”

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3.Sights & Bites Ultimate Oahu Circle Island Foodie Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 492 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

This seven-hour Oahu loop combines coastal viewpoints, local snacks, a North Shore shrimp lunch stop, and Dole Plantation. Guides such as Shelly, Aunty Mary, Cy, and Matt have been praised for humor and island knowledge, though the pace is brisk and lunch costs extra.

“My family and I had an amazing time on this tour. Our guide Aunty Mary was very informative, funny and genuine the whole experience. She was full of historical knowledge and even included personal experiences living on the island. She was very patient with our tour group, including dealing with our screaming 3yr old at times (sorry about that) and making a pit stop so passengers could use the bathroom. Over all, this was an amazing experience that resulted in some beautiful pictures and awesome memories! Thank you Aunty Mary!”

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4.Oahu in a Day: Waterfall – Food Trucks – Lookouts – Small Crowds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 475 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $179

Spend about 10 hours circling Oahu with a guide such as Mac, Chris, Emily, Andrew, or Kurt. Walk through Waimea Valley, swim at its waterfall, eat at North Shore food trucks, visit Byodo-In Temple, and stop at major coastal lookouts. Hotel pickup, admissions, and Leonard’s malasada are included.

“I really wanted to see the island, in particular, the North Shore so we decided on this tour and I’m so glad we did! This tour was amazing and Emily our tour guide made it even better. She was knowledgeable, personable and helped us to take great pics to capture our trip. Just a note, this is a 10-hour tour, so be prepared but it’s worth every minute and every penny!”

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5.Kona Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 402 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $155

Start at Kailua Pier with guides such as Ellie or Kai, then walk through historic Kona for small plates, drinks, local favorites, and dessert. You will see Huliheʻe Palace, Mokuaikaua Church, and Ahuʻena Heiau from outside while sampling poke, chowder, musubi, avocado fries, cocktails, and gelato. The tour ends about half a mile from the pier.

“Alllie have a good overview of Kona as we walked to the restaurants. Got to try some local foods and great drinks and it was all delicious. Always nice to meet and talk to other people on the food tours. Would recommend!”

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6.Food Tour of Kaua’i

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 338 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $125

Tasting Kauai’s private 3 to 4 hour food tour pairs local tastings with Hawaiian history and stories from guides such as Susan. Choose a town and day, from Kilauea and Koloa to Hanalei and Lihue. Food, drinks, and a host are included, but you may need a car between stops. Dietary requests require advance notice.

“Great food! We tried several different local wraps/sandwiches, and a dessert. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and shared some great places to try on our own.”

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7.Walking Food Tour Exploring Hanalei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 282 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Meet at Hanalei Center for a small-group walk through Kauai’s final commercial town before the Na Pali Coast. Guides such as Max and Nalu lead you to local eateries for taro dishes, poke, chili-pepper chicken, juices, chocolate, doughnuts, and more, while sharing Hanalei history and food culture. Expect generous portions, easy walking, and a full stomach.

“Great food choices and stories to match. The food was delicious and even had some choices of what we wanted as well. Very knowledgeable for sure.”

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8.Hawaiian Food Tour by Bike in Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $189

Meet Kelly in central Waikiki for a relaxed, roughly seven-mile ride through Honolulu. Bikes, helmets, water, lunch, and five to six food tastings are included. Expect poke, fish tacos, shaved ice, malasadas, local history, and stops at family-run food spots. The ride returns to the starting point.

“Great food, knowledgeable host. Felt tour could have been a bit shorter. Enjoyed the variety of stops.”

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9.Honolulu: Oahu Sights and Bites Circle Island Foodie Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 166 reviews · 8h 30m · from $156

Spend 8.5 hours circling Oahu from Waikiki with an English-speaking guide. Stop for Diamond Head views, poi donuts, Hanauma Bay, Macapuu Point, macadamia samples, shrimp, local fruit, sea turtles, and Dole Plantation. Guides vary, with Shelly, Auntie Mary, Sai, JD, and Kalae praised for warm, lively commentary.

“Guide was informative and interactive. Provided lots of history during the tour.”

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10.From Ka’anapali: West Maui Half-Day Snorkel Tour w/ Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 127 reviews · 4h 30m · from $176

From Whalers Village, Sea Maui takes you by beach-loading catamaran to west Maui snorkel sites chosen for the day’s conditions. You’ll get breakfast, lunch, an open bar, gear guidance, and time to spot fish, turtles, dolphins, coral, and seasonal humpback whales. Captains such as Linda and Kari lead different departures.

“whole expeience was great. Captain Linda and her crew was great. saw lots of fish, whales, dolphins and turtles. photographer was also exceptional.”

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11.Honolulu: Waikiki Food Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $100

Meet your English-speaking guide at King David Kalākaua’s Statue for a three-hour walk through Waikiki. You’ll sample a malasada, poke, Hawaiian barbecue, shave ice, and a Japanese treat with a Hawaiian twist while hearing about local culture. One guide named Stella has also helped guests move to a later tour after a flight delay.

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