Oahu · PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS

The 15 Best Photo Sessions on Oahu

25 tours  ·  from $70 a head

The good photo sessions fill up weeks out and the best go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup - Nuʻuanu Pali and the first mountain views
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From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup

1.Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 274 reviews · 5 hours · from $99Our pick

See Oahu’s best coastal and mountain views on a small-group photo tour from Waikiki, with local lunch and a Leonard’s malasada treat.

“Guide was very friendly and knowledgeable of the island overall. Gave great suggestions for other activities/tours to book and things to check out in the area. Highly recommend this tour, great views!”

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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour - Nuʻuanu Pali: a windy view across the island
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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour

2.Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99Top rated

See Oahu’s best viewpoints, beaches, and blowhole with a local photo guide, small group, hotel pickup, and practical camera tips.

“View of Honolulu and the island. We would not have found that view on our own. Guide was very personable and made us feel at ease.”

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Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos - The first few minutes: safety before surfing
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Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

3.Private 1-on-1 Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $160

Learn to surf at Waikiki with a private instructor, patient coaching, beginner-friendly waves, and same-day photos and videos.

“Jake was so patient and very kind. I felt like a queen riding those small waves. Even though I couldn’t see anything I felt safe with him! He functioned as my eyes and surf instructor basically.😂10/10 would do it again!”

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Oahu Island Photography Tour - Coastal views and the first photography challenges
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Oahu Island Photography Tour

4.Oahu Island Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $150

Learn photography across Oahu on a small-group tour from Waikiki, with expert guidance, scenic stops, North Shore surf, and hotel transfers.

“Just finished the Photo tour it started at 2:15 and finished at 7:15. Pattie took us to excellent locations and was very helpful in looking for opportunities and advice on setting up our photographic shoots. She is very knowledgeable. Great tour”

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Flying Dress Photoshoot on Oahu - Choosing the gown and making it your own
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Flying Dress Photoshoot on Oahu

5.Flying Dress Photoshoot on Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Oahu sunrise photoshoot with a flowing high-fashion dress, volcanic coast views, personal styling, and six edited portraits to keep.

“I've always wanted to experience a flying dress photoshoot but there was some hesitation and fear. Am I too old? The answer is NO. Having a conversation with Stacey before I booked, she reassured me that it would be an amazing experience and one I wouldn't forget and she was right! Kauai is my most favorite place to visit with my husband and the perfect place for a flying dress photoshoot. We did a sunrise Photoshoot on Shipwreck Beach and it was everything I hoped for. My husband said to me "you look amazing" once he saw me in the dress, and I felt it. The photography team was patient,…”

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3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada - Sandy Beach: the reason to set the alarm
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3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada

6.3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70Best value

Photograph Oahu’s Pacific sunrise, learn phone camera tricks, visit Makapu‘u and Halona, then finish with a warm Leonard’s malasada.

“It’s a wonderful experience!!! Kirk provides additional photos that he took. He also assists in improving your picture taking dills by”

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Group Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos - One hour of coached wave practice
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Group Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

7.Group Surf Lesson with Videos and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $130

Learn to surf at Waikiki in a private 2 to 4 person lesson with boards, rash guards, water shoes, and photos or video included.

“Jake very informative and explained the instructions clearly and made sure that we understood. I think he was more excited that my nephew was able to catches first wave and my nephew was🤓 Which shows how much passion he has and I love that and an instructor because they’re more about teaching 💚”

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MUST have WAIKIKI Photos - Moving toward Honolulu Zoo when the beach is busy
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MUST have WAIKIKI Photos

8.MUST have WAIKIKI Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $276

Capture Waikiki beach memories with Daniel Torobekov, a private 90-minute photo walk featuring beach views, banyan trees, and Dropbox galleries.

“Daniel was an absolute pleasure to work with. He did above and beyond to get my family the best pictures. We traveled to the most beautiful beach and he took us to little hidden gems around the area. He also told us about the best restaurants and places to visit since we’re first-timers! If you and your family want to get amazing photos that’ll last a lifetime, please book with Daniel!”

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Professional Photo Shoot: Hire a Photographer in Honolulu - Picking the right session length
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Professional Photo Shoot: Hire a Photographer in Honolulu

9.Professional Photo Shoot: Hire a Photographer in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $190

Capture your Oahu holiday with a private photographer, flexible beach locations, edited digital photos, and options for couples, families, and groups.

“The pictures came out beautifully. A bit of a hassle as you’re dealing with a company that contracts local photographers to take the pictures for you. There is a bit of a wait to get the pictures back, and in order to get them all, it’ll cost you a bit more. But if you’re looking for a neat way to capture pictures in some iconic locations, it’s solid for that. Don’t wait till last minute, as availability is determined by the photographer. Our photographer was super late, nearly an hour, but besides that, super professional, got the job done”

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SCUBA Dive at Electric Beach with Photos -No Certification Needed - What happens during the two-hour experience
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SCUBA Dive at Electric Beach with Photos -No Certification Needed

10.SCUBA Dive at Electric Beach with Photos -No Certification Needed

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $130

Try scuba at Oahu’s Electric Beach with a PADI instructor, small groups, sea turtles, equipment, and edited photos included.

“I brought my clients out to experience Scuba diving. Randy and the team helped our group feel calm and confident about the new experience. This is the 3rd time I have used their service to introduce new comers to scuba and it has been a great experience every time. I highly recommend and will likely be back again.”

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First Day Must 10-Hour Sunrise & Full Island Photo Tour - Sandy Beach, Makapuu, and the Early Viewpoints
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First Day Must 10-Hour Sunrise & Full Island Photo Tour

11.First Day Must 10-Hour Sunrise & Full Island Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $170

Capture Oahu at sunrise, visit the North Shore, spot sea turtles, and learn practical photography tips on a small-group island tour.

“WOW!!!! Amazing experience. So many highlights and our group’s guide, Mac, was awesome. Highly recommend for everyone, especially anyone new to Hawaii. It was a day in paradise, from watching the sunrise, to experiencing local markets, to shopping at unique stores, and more…all wrapped into one day where you don’t have to drive or worry about parking or anything. Very happy I did this!”

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Oahu: Full-Day Guided Hawaiian Food and Photo Tour - Malasadas and coffee start the morning
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Oahu: Full-Day Guided Hawaiian Food and Photo Tour

12.Full-Day Guided Hawaiian Food and Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · from $160

Taste Hawaiian favorites, visit a chocolate factory, and photograph Oahu’s best lookouts on a small-group food tour from Waikiki.

“Malcolm was wonderful! This tour was A+! The tour itself was great, and Malcolm made is so much fun. The food was great and company was even better! Thank you!”

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Hawaii Adventure Photography - Meeting Michelle Jost at Sandy Beach
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Hawaii Adventure Photography

13.Hawaii Adventure Photography

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

Review of Hawaii Adventure Photography at Sandy Beach on Oahu, with private sessions, helpful posing, scenic backdrops, and practical booking advice.

“Absolutely loved the location and the photographer was so sweet. She was patient and very friendly. She took our ideas and exceeded them. I can’t wait to see the actual photos. She was very social and gave us some great recommendations for our stay while we are here. I highly recommend booking and Sherwood beach is beautiful!! It’s the perfect location and not over crowded with people so you have time to get everything you want.”

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Hawaii Wedding - Aloha Beach Wedding and Photo Session - What the minister and coordinator add
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Hawaii Wedding – Aloha Beach Wedding and Photo Session

14.Hawaii Wedding – Aloha Beach Wedding and Photo Session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Review of Oahu’s $750 beach wedding package, with Waikiki pickup, minister, flowers, permit, coordinator, and 10 digital photos.

“Highly Recommended — An Incredible Experience from Start to Finish!” We had such an incredible experience from beginning to end. The entire team went above and beyond to make our wedding day truly special. For anyone looking to have their wedding photos or ceremony done, we highly recommend working with them. They are genuine, professional, and incredibly talented people who provide exceptional service with warmth and care. We deeply appreciate their support, patience, and attention to every detail throughout our wedding planning process. Everything was handled so smoothly and beautifully — we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thank you for helping us create memories that we’ll tr...”

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