Labor Day weekend is the last long weekend of summer. Most people spend it at a backyard barbeque. You could be in Hawaii instead!

Oahu in early September is one of the best-kept secrets in Hawaii travel. The peak summer crowds have thinned out. The water is still warm. The weather is as good as it gets all year. And if you time it right, you can save significantly on the experiences that make the trip worth it.

Here’s how to make the most of Labor Day weekend on Oahu

Why Labor Day Weekend is the Best Time to Visit Hawaii

September hits a sweet spot on Oahu. Summer is winding down but the island hasn’t felt it yet. Ocean temperatures sit around 80°F. Trade winds keep things comfortable on land. Sunrise is still early enough to catch a stunning morning on the water before the day heats up.

It’s also one of the best times to book tours. The July and August rush is over. Spots that were impossible to get in peak summer start opening up. Labor Day weekend is your window.

Three Oahu Tours Worth Booking This Labor Day

Dolphins and You

This is the one. If you do one thing in Hawaii over Labor Day weekend, make it this. The Dolphins & You tour departs early from Waikiki and heads to the Waianae coast on Oahu’s west side. That’s where pods of wild Hawaiian spinner dolphins spend their mornings. You’ll spend time offshore watching them in their natural habitat, snorkeling, swimming with Hawaiian green sea turtles, and cooling off on the 20-foot onboard waterslide. Complimentary lunch is included.

 

Turtles and You

Shorter than Dolphins & You but just as memorable. The Turtles & You tour takes you out to Turtle Canyon, a reef just offshore from Waikiki where Hawaiian green sea turtles gather year-round.

It’s the most accessible ocean experience on the island. Great for families, great for first-time snorkelers, and great for anyone who wants to spend a Labor Day morning in the water without committing to a full-day excursion.

 

Nature and You: Waimea

Not every Labor Day moment needs to be on the ocean. The Nature & You tour takes you to Waimea Valley on Oahu’s North Shore,  a flat walk through lush botanical gardens ending at a waterfall you can swim under. Your guide covers the cultural history of the valley along the way. The tour also includes a stop at Green World Coffee Farm and round-trip transportation from Waikiki.

 

 

 

 

How to Spend the Full Labor Day Weekend

Three days, three experiences. Here’s one way to do it:

• Saturday morning: Dolphins & You. Full day on the water.
• Sunday morning: Nature & You. Waterfall hike and coffee farm.
• Monday morning: Turtles & You. One last swim before the weekend ends.

Afternoons are yours. Waikiki Beach, local plate lunch spots, a shave ice on the North Shore. That’s a Labor Day weekend worth remembering.

Labor Day Special Offer

And You Creations tours are 25% off this Labor Day. Use code LABOR25 at checkout.

This offer is available for a limited time. Spots fill up fast over holiday weekends. Book early to lock in your dates. *Code LABOR25 is not valid for Ocean and You Friday departures*

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