Hawaii · OAHU ATV TOURS
Good oahu atv tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Drive or ride a family-friendly UTV through Kualoa Ranch’s Ka’a’awa Valley with a guide. Expect muddy trails, seasonal streams, movie locations, mountain and ocean views, and stories about the ranch. Drivers must be 21 or older with a valid license. Children must be at least 5.
“Great Tour Guides, they brought the scenery a nice subtitle. I especially liked the view of the other islands and fish traps.”
Drive your own four-wheel Kawasaki ATV across North Shore Stables’ 80-acre Waialua farm. You’ll ride beside the bay, follow a beginner-friendly track, meet goats, pigs, and cows, and plant a native shoreline species. Guides such as Shavel add local stories about Kapukapuakea and Polynesian culture.
“This was a very good educational and fun time. Our guide was friendly and was wonderful to ride with!”
Drive an open-air Raptor UTV through Kualoa Ranch’s Kaʻaʻawa Valley, stopping at movie locations and scenic viewpoints while an English-speaking guide shares Hawaiian history and local stories. You can drive or ride, but drivers must be at least 21 and all participants should expect dust, mud, and rain.
“Loved every second of it! Such a great tour with amazing movie sites and historical culture.”
At Coral Crater, you and a partner share a two-seat SxS ATV on a guided technical course. A lead driver sets the pace while you learn basic off-road skills, tackle hills and turns, and switch driving halfway. Expect dust, possible mud, and guides such as Chris, Riley, or Kayden.
“Wild adventure on four wheel atvs on a fast and bumpy off road track. Easy to operate vehicles and a helpful instructor made the hour fly by.”
At North Shore Stables, children ages 5 to 9 spend 15 minutes riding a mini ATV, then 30 minutes meeting farm animals on 64 acres near Waialua. Josh and the crew provide safety guidance, helmets, goggles, and a small-group setting capped at five people.
“Josh and crew were excellent we highly recommend...the atv experience was amazing band we also got a history lesson...feeding the animals was awesome”
Ride an ATV through Keana Farms, then take eight side-by-side zip lines over Oahu’s North Shore. English-speaking guides such as Cass, Bailey, Amelia, and Kenny keep the pace friendly, while rappels, sky bridges, farm stops, and long ocean views add variety.
“The staff was great Kenny, Brady and Quincy are fun guys and great at keeping the energy up. The farms is great with plenty of views and the tomatoes were tasty. Overall was an amazing experience.”
Take a private, guided off-road ride through Gunstock Ranch on Oahu’s North Shore. You’ll cross mountain trails, see horses and cows, stop for a catered picnic with broad views, and hear local stories from guides such as Hayden, Jessica, Emily, and Trinity. The ride lasts about 90 minutes.
“Fantastic trip out in the country. If you are seeking some shelter from the crowds in Waikiki, this is the place. Our tour guide was fantastic and really took her time with us and went out of her way to make our trip great. The views were phenomenal and the tour was a highlight of our trip.”
At Coral Crater Adventure Park, you get six ziplines through the canopy plus a guided two-seat ATV course. You switch between driver and passenger, so bring a valid license if you want to drive. Britt, Kate, Sunny, and other guides keep the pace safe and lively.
“The guides for the ATV and zip lines were amazing. Entertaining but always keeping safety in mind. Highly recommend.”
You’ll guide an electric EzRaider ATV across private farm roads and trails above Haleiwa, with time to pick seasonal fruit, climb red dirt hills, and enjoy Waialua coastline views. Guides such as Ryan and Kaleo provide safety instruction and local stories. The ride lasts about 90 minutes and is limited to five people.
“Kaleo was our guide and made sure we had an amazing time. Our family is made up of four individuals who vary in ability when it comes to operating ATVs. Our son is a daredevil and loved it and our daughter is super cautious and still had a great time. None of us had ever driven anything similar, but were all able to drive them without any issues. Kaleo gave us great information about the land we were riding on and the history of Hawaii. Can’t recommend this tour enough! ( The town is a great small town to shop in before/after. )”
At Coral Crater Adventure Park, you will ride a shared side-by-side ATV on a technical course, then take three ziplines with automatic braking. Guides such as Sunny, Koa, Derek, and Celeste help with safety and pacing. Waikiki pickup is optional, and the small group size keeps the outing personal.
“Lauren and Kylie were great guides for our ATV and Zipline adventures. This seems like a well organized crew and my family had an amazing time. The ATV trails were fun and the zip lines were great! The 7 year old and 16 year old both did great!”
Spend about two hours with your own guide at Gunstock Ranch, riding off-road through Oahu’s countryside before a catered dinner near a campfire. Guides such as Taylor, Beth, and Hannah share farm history, filming sites, and local details. Bring covered shoes and a light jacket.
“Our romantic off-road dinner experience was truly one-of-a-kind. The stunning views alone were worth the trip. The guides, Taylor and Beth, were exceptional and added a special touch to the evening. Their knowledge of the farm's history was impressive, and we loved getting the chance to feed the cows and taste fresh guava from the trees. The beauty of the surrounding trees and plants added to the enchanting atmosphere. While the dinner itself was tasty, it fell short in terms of temperature. The food could have been hotter to enhance the dining experience. Additionally, the strong winds at the top of the hill were a bit challenging. It would be…”
From Waikiki, ride a two-seat ATV at Coral Crater with a guide such as Sam or Sasha. You switch drivers halfway through the roughly 50-minute course, then have about an hour for games, food, animals, or the Aerial Challenge Course. Expect red dirt, dust, and a beginner-friendly route.
“Very exilerating, but be prepared, bring old clothes because you will get dirty. Extremely fun, and would recommend this activity.”
Spend about four hours exploring Oahu’s North Shore in a private off-road vehicle, with access to private areas regular visitors cannot reach. Guide Max may lead the outing, pointing out monk seals, birds, coffee farm land, and coastal views. Waikiki pickup, water, snacks, towels, and fuel are included.
“Offraod to north shore island: The private tour picked us up all five of us in a raptor truck by a gentleman named Max. He drove to a coffee farm land and unique private land in the North Shore where we went off-roading for a good 40 minutes. He was knowledgeable to explain all random questions we had about the island and was very passionate about what he did. He made frequent stops to provide special experiences we can maximize in the tour such as finding and showing us monk seals and baby chick birds. We had a long about an hour of walk on foot sightseeing the north shore…”
You’ll ride a fully electric EZRaider with an English-speaking guide through private North Shore farm roads and upper agricultural land. Stand or sit as you handle red dirt hills, coastal views, and changing weather. The small group is limited to five riders, all age 18 or older.
Ride through Gunstock Ranch on a private one-hour off-road tour with a guide such as Ocean or Amanda. Expect mountain trails, WWII sites, a filming cave, ranch animals, scenic lookouts, and possible fresh guava or tree planting, depending on the day.
“This was one of the best experiences I have ever had traveling with my kids around the world! We planted a tree, and that was such a special experience for just my family and our friends who joined us. A very intimate group.”
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