(All Reviews) Photo Tours (Sightseeing / Guided Tours), Oahu tours & activities, fun things to do in Oahu

Waikiki Beach Photo Shoot & Oahu Photography Session for Couples and Families

Couples photo session - 30th anniversary

Reviewed by: Rachel , 2024/09/30

This was a first for me and my husband and we were unfamiliar with the area. The instructions on where to meet could have been a little clearer. We were a little late due to that but the photographer was very understanding. Robert was very professional and willing to take any shots we wanted. He also recommended several poses for us and didn’t rush us at all. Overall it was a pleasant experience and I’m glad we were able to book it. Can’t wait to see the results!

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Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2024/09/28
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Full-Day Oahu Circle Island Sightseeing Adventure & Photo Tour with Waterfalls

Excellent tour with an excellent tour guide

Reviewed by: T. Jeong, 2024/09/13

Our tour guide Mac was amazing!! He was very funny, knowledgeable about plants and flowers, history of the Island, personable and very entertaining. This tour made our trip.

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Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2024/09/11
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Waikiki Mermaid Photoshoot & Swim Tour at the Magic Island Lagoon

Incredibly Fun but not "Professional"

Reviewed by: Joy, 2023/10/28

Firstly, my stepmother, my sister, and I had SO MUCH FUN! We knew going into this that based on the price and other photos we saw of the tails that these would not come out looking like "realistic" mermaids.

They had a variety of stretchy fabric tails to choose from in various sizes and some to fit larger body types. You can tell the tails have been through the ringer a bit with stains and small tears but none of that showed in the pics.

Mickey was amazing! He was patient, funny, kind, and had many poses in mind. He used a gopro for all of the shots, taking mini videos for you to pull pictures from). The lagoon we shot at was a bit murky so couldn't really get that many underwater pictures.

We definitely got some good shots but I (a professional photographer including boudoir) had to give a lot of direction to him and to my family. I was also able to save/make a lot of the shots pretty due to photoshop. Otherwise there would have been lots of pics of us from overhead like my hair flip photos which should have been taken from much lower/straight on to get the full effect of the hair flip.

In no way was that Mickey's fault, though. I think the company mainly has men under their employment and mostly focuses on scuba diving so I can imagine none of the guys are vying to do the mermaid session and therefore make the youngest, newest employee do it. It's management/the owners that should consider having whoever does the mermaid experience have some photography training even if a cheap, online one. Mickey did AMAZING with the skillet he had and was an absolute pleasure to work with and be around.

At the end of the day, for the price, and the experience we'd definitely would recommend. Just know you're not walking away looking like a real mermaid with breathtaking photos. Lol.

What I was able to do with photoshop's AI and lightroom
The original

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Attended as:	Friends
Activity Date:	2023/10/15
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Honolulu Family & Group Private On-Location Photoshoot with Expert Photographer

Ryujin is the best photographer we ever met

Reviewed by: Kaori Walker, 2022/07/06

Ryujin is very nice friendly guy, we all could relaxed while the photo session.
He took many beautiful pictures even our busy 3 children were running around! Lol
I’m glad to made this option, it is a great way to keep our amazing Hawaii memories. Thank you Ryujin!

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Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Activity Date:	2022/06/27
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Oahu Photography Tours - Instagram Hawaii Photo Shoot

For the #gram

Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii, 2022/01/17

This tour took us to some picturesque areas on the East side of the island. Definitely an #instagram worth tour. Gorgeous scenery! Great if you want to see some of Oahu but don't want to spend a full 8-10 hours on a regular full circle island tour. We ended at Kakaako to take photos of the street murals. We opted to stay in Kakaako (only 3 miles from Waikiki) for lunch & catch our own ride back. Would recommend!

Kakaako art
Tantalus
East coast

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Attended as:	Friends
Activity Date:	2021/08/03
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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Guided Photo Tour - Waimanalo, Pali Lookout & More

Amazing!!!

Reviewed by: Alesia C, 2021/12/07

I was so impressed with the scenic views!! The different locations to snap photos as well as the time given to take absolutely breathtaking photos was amazing!! This was an absolute hidden treasure!! The time the tour guide took to show you how to use your camera and what views would look perfect was great! I loved ever second of this tour!

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2021/12/01
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Waikiki Mermaid Photoshoot & Swim Tour at the Magic Island Lagoon

I proposed to my fiancé on this trip

Reviewed by: Bobby Romadka, 2020/06/26

My now fiancé loves mermaids. So I knew she would love to do this. She absolutely loved swimming with the tail on and the photo shoot we did was absolutely hilarious. If you’re a guy, you will probably have to swallow some ego here but it’s worth it. Ricki the instructor is amazing. We swam and then I popped the question overlooking diamond head. Great for all ages.

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Attended as:	Couples
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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Guided Photo Tour - Waimanalo, Pali Lookout & More

Beautiful hawaii

Reviewed by: Maddie, 2020/01/09

Tour guide was very easy going, friendly and funny. Made the tour enjoyable. Takes you to beautiful spots around the island. You get plenty of time for photos

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Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2020/01/06
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Waikiki Mermaid Photoshoot & Swim Tour at the Magic Island Lagoon

Amazing!

Reviewed by: Ludwigsonp , 2019/12/22

My 5 year old daughter had the time of her life. The staff were amazing!!

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Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Activity Date:	2019/12/19
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5.5-Hour Sunset Guided Photo Tour & East Oahu Sightseeing Experience

Friendly and Knowledgeable Tour Guide

Reviewed by: LQ-V, 2018/06/16

Our tour guide Alex was excellent. He is friendly and knowledgeable about the island, as well as, photography. I learned a lot about my camera and how to improve on my landscape compositions. I highly recommend Alex from Oahu Photography Tours to take you on your sunset photography excursion.

Comments from activity operators

Thank you for the review :) I appreciate you taking the time to write this. Hope to see you again one day.

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Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2018/06/13
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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Guided Photo Tour - Waimanalo, Pali Lookout & More

Wonderful time learning how to use my camera and taking an in-depth tour of Hawaii's ancient culture, plants and wildlife.

Reviewed by: Amy, 2018/03/07

This is a great tour for anyone who wants to learn how to use their camera better (even smartphone cameras!). I didn't feel rushed and because of our slower pace, our guide was able to delve deeper into explaining about the history and culture of each spot. Each shot became an opportunity to learn, which I really appreciated.
I'd recommend this tour for anyone who loves beautiful views and exploration at a slower pace. A camera is not necessary to enjoy yourself!

Waimea falls on a rainy day!

Comments from activity operators

What a great shot Amy! Thank you for joining one of our tours. We hope to take you to more amazing locations around the island next time you are in the islands. Aloha

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2018/03/02
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

The sunset was beautiful.

Reviewed by: Al Schroeder, 2018/03/02

Jason was our guide for the sunset tour. He was awesome! Took the time to teach me how to use my camera to get the best shots. Definitely would recommend this tour. I learned so much about taking pictures with a digital camera.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Al,
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I'm glad you enjoyed the Sunset Tour. See you again next time you are in Hawaii.
Warmest Aloha,

marie

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Attended as:	Couples
Activity Date:	2018/02/23
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

Wonderful Tour!

Reviewed by: Sarah , 2018/02/26

This tour is really *the* way to see some of the most beautiful spots on the island. Our tour was a small group of 4 led by Bonnie, who is so much fun and know so much about the island and about photography. Three of us on the tour had our iPhones and no special cameras or lenses and Bonnie gave us great tips and tricks for taking better photos with our phones. We even got to see a Hawaiian monk seal basking on the beach. Highly recommended!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Sarah,
Mahalo for your review. Yes... we like the small groups too! We love to share the island and it's scenic spots and wildlife.
Warmest Aloha,
Marie

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2018/02/23
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

Good

Reviewed by: Lelo, 2017/12/13

On previous photo tours I've taken, we've gone more off of the beaten path than this island tour did. So it was a bit standard. However, having said that, the sights seen were nice, and the guide was knowledgeable and helpful, and had lots of photography experience to share. If you prefer a small, personal tour, where you can get some photo tips, then this is the tour. Enjoyable.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Lelo
Love the photos you posted...two of the deserted areas we visited on tour. I like that you got great landscapes with no people in the photo.

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2017/12/10
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

Learned a lot while photographing picturesque locations

Reviewed by: Mike, 2017/04/02

At first I was disappointed to hear my tour was cancelled due to the tour guide falling ill, but a second message on my machine said the owner, Marie, would be personally taking over the tour and would be picking me up right on time!

Marie was a great host/teacher who knows the great photo spots of Oahu and at what time of the day to be there. She taught me so much about my DSLR that I had no idea about. And the gorgeous sunset was just the perfect way to top off the session.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha
It was great to meet you. We had beautiful weather and a wonderful sunset. See you again next time.
Marie

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2017/03/28
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

Location, location, location!

Reviewed by: Jessica, 2017/03/10

My tour was excellent. Learned so much. Great time

Sunset photography tour.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Jessica<
Great Sunset Photo
marie

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2017/03/07
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

Location, location, location!

Reviewed by: Jessica, 2017/03/08

Great tour! Great photography instruction, great locations for photo ops! Great instruction no matter what device or camera you have!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Jennifer
Thank you for joining our photo tour. It was fun to have you on tour. I loved your sunset photo. See you next time. Mahalo, Marie

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2017/03/07
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

Intimate and Spectacular Views!

Reviewed by: Cathy, 2017/01/06

Evan was amazing. He shared knowledge and took us to places beyond the typical tourist stops. Enjoyable!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha Cathy,
We are delighted you enjoyed your tour. See you next time you are in Hawaii.
Mahalo,
Marie

Rating:
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2017/01/03
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

Five star tour!!

Reviewed by: mblock, 2016/02/20

Photography is one of my favorite hobbies, but my skills are still limited. After participating on this tour I can say that I have finally learned how to operate my camera. Marie is an excellent guide and a very passionate photographer. She was teaching us not only about photography techniques, but also about the history and culture of Hawaii along the way.

This tour is designed for all levels of equipment and expertise, it does not matter if you are a beginner or a pro, if you have DSL camera or a phone, she has tips for everyone. She spends one on one time with each person on the tour so you can get the help that you need.
We explored beautiful beaches, hidden waterfall, lava formations and many other breathtaking locations. The van was clean, comfortable, they also provide water, umbrellas and camera tripod.

Blue Hawaii Photo Tours provided me one of the best experiences I had in the island, I highly recommend this tour to all, It was absolutely amazing!

Comments from activity operators

Aloha
Thank you for your kind review. It was fun showing you the little known areas that are off the tourist grid here in O'ahu. It's a wonderful way to see and capture the beauty of Hawaii to make your own stunning photographs. See you again next time. Mahalo, Marie

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
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Blue Hawaii Semi-Private Island Tours - Sunrise, Sunset, Rainforest & Waterfalls

Great photographs and wonderful guide!!

Reviewed by: Dolly, 2016/02/08

I had a wonderful time on this tour, there were great photographic opportunities at sunset, of the ocean waves, and of several other beautiful areas. Our guide was very helpful with the different camera settings and instruction on how to get a great photo. I had a wonderful morning.

Comments from activity operators

Aloha,
Yes...we have some stunning sunrises here on O'ahu. Being on the beach when the sun comes up is a great way to start the day. Thank you for your nice review. A Hui Hou ( Until we meet next time ) Warmest Aloha, marie

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Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Activity Date:	2016/02/02
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Private Photo Tour with Professional Photographer Guide

See Hawaii through a unique perspective!

Reviewed by: mblock, 2014/10/08

I've been to many different tours around the Island, but this Photo Tour was for sure one of my favorites, I saw Hawaii through a unique perspective!

Since I don't have a professional camera I made sure to rent their equipment. I was not familiar with fancy cameras, but the guides were teaching us how to use it properly.

Brian and Latai are very talent guides and photographers and know a lot about Oahu’s cultural history, geology and wildlife. They took us to many different places and we were able to practice what we've learned in different landscapes of white-sand beaches, lush rainforest, lava rocks and ancient volcanoes .

They didn't just took us to amazing places with breath taking views but also shared
helpful tips and techniques. At the end of the of day I came back home with incredible pictures and great memories!

Comments from activity operators

Beautiful photographs! Thank you for joining us - we are thrilled that you enjoyed our adventure together! Keep sharing your unique perspective :)

Aloha,
The Photo Safari Hawaii Team

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Attended as:	Friends
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Private Photo Tour with Professional Photographer Guide

Rare Side of Hawaii

Reviewed by: Marisa, 2014/10/06

This tour shows a different side of Hawaii that most people never get to see. Our first stop was Mount Tantalus to take a few shots of the Honolulu skyline. I was more impressed by the view than my photos, but I still had fun. Our next stop was a bamboo forest (it's close to Waikiki!). I can say that I never learned what the word photograph meant until that day. Our guides Brian and Matai were very helpful in instructing us about photography and how a photographic perspective is very mind opening once its concept is understood. The bamboo forest was amazing. Our next stop was at the Pali Lookout. Here is where King Kamehameha's soldiers battled Oahu's chiefs off the cliff overlooking Kaneohe (800 skulls were later found at the bottom). The rainy weather made it a very ethereal experience. I don't think there's another tour quite like it out there. Thanks to Veltra for making this rare and wonderful tour accessible to everyone! Highly recommended!

Comments from activity operators

Thanks for your comments, Marisa! We loved meeting you and we are so glad you enjoyed your tour! Keep up the photography :)

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Attended as:	Friends
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Couples photo session - 30th anniversary

Excellent tour with an excellent tour guide

Incredibly Fun but not "Professional"

Ryujin is the best photographer we ever met

For the #gram

Amazing!!!

I proposed to my fiancé on this trip

Beautiful hawaii

Amazing!

Friendly and Knowledgeable Tour Guide

Wonderful time learning how to use my camera and taking an in-depth tour of Hawaii's ancient culture, plants and wildlife.

The sunset was beautiful.

Wonderful Tour!

Good

Learned a lot while photographing picturesque locations

Location, location, location!

Location, location, location!

Intimate and Spectacular Views!

Five star tour!!

Great photographs and wonderful guide!!

See Hawaii through a unique perspective!

Rare Side of Hawaii

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