Activities & Experiences
The spirit of aloha thrives at The Ritz-Carlton Oahu, Turtle Bay, where the beauty of Hawaiʻi's North Shore meets the warmth of its culture. Nestled amid breathtaking landscapes, this iconic destination invites you to explore deeper connections, embrace fresh perspectives, and create unforgettable memories. Immerse yourself in the vibrant community, rich traditions, and boundless adventure that await.
Contact our Concierge Team to help craft a stay that connects you to the heart of Turtle Bay, and explore our current happenings on our Calendar of Events page. Let your journey begin.
Luxury Proposal | Experience Aloha Co.
Enjoy a romantic proposal with a beautifully arranged setting tailored to your vision, with local flavors and elegant décor to set the perfect mood for your special moment.
Luxury Picnics | Experience Aloha Co.
Make your stay even more memorable with a beachside picnic. Whatever the occasion, let our local experts handle all of the details to delight you and your loved ones.
Lei Making
ALL AGES
Lei is a symbol of aloha. Learn more about this rich tradition and how to string a Lei of flowers for your loved one. Reservations highly recommended.
Hula ʻAuana Lessons
ALL AGES
Discover the beauty of Hawaiʻi's storytelling dance. Learn basic hand gestures and footwork with our kumu (teacher), which will lead you to a hula number that corresponds to our 'ukulele lesson. Reservations highly recommended.
Ukulele Lessons
AGES 8 & UP
Let's play music together. In this introductory lesson you'll learn basic 'ukulele chords and strum to a Hawaiian tune. Reservations highly recommended.
Keiki Passport
ALL AGES
At check-in, young adventurers receive a special passport to explore the property. As they complete activities, they collect stamps. Fill the passport and earn a special prize.
Paint Pāʻina
ALL AGES
Let the natural surroundings of the North Shore inspire your creativity with our weekly painting party. Reservations highly recommended.
Keiki Paint Pāʻina
AGES 8-12
Unleash your child's creativity at our weekly painting party, inspired by the North Shore’s natural beauty. Reservations are recommended.
Wood Carving Lesson
ALL AGES
Learn different designs and techniques in this unique hands-on workshop. Led by a Polynesian artist, you'll carve your very own story into a keepsake you'll treasure forever.
Turtle Bay Wood Block Studio
Discover the timeless art of Indian wood block printing in a hands-on workshop where skilled hosts guide you in using authentic hand-carved blocks and traditional techniques to create your own unique fabric designs.
Gyotaku, The Art of Fish Painting
ALL AGES
Experience the art of Gyotaku, the Japanese practice of fish printing. Learn about its origins, then create your own print using locally sourced fish. Personalize your creation and take home a unique piece of art crafted by you.
Pareu Printing Hawaiki Designs
ALL AGES
Colorful and vibrant, a pareu is a wraparound skirt or sarong commonly worn throughout Polynesia. This interactive workshop lets you try your hand at printing your own. Join this cultural class and bring home a unique souvenir.
Simply Pressed: Wood Block Greeting Cards
Explore traditional craftsmanship with our wood block printing card-making experience, where you’ll use hand-carved wooden blocks and vibrant inks to create intricate, personalized cards that blend cultural heritage with your own modern creativity.
Forever Lei Making Workshop
Lei is known around the world as a symbol of aloha, and this experience teaches you the traditional kui stringing technique using natural materials like shells, seeds, and nuts so you can learn its cultural significance and leave with your own “Forever Lei”.
Hawaiian Sunrise Shell & South Sea Pearl Jewelry Workshop
Craft unique jewelry using rare, local sea shells. Led by expert artisans, the workshop blends hands-on creativity set against a beautiful coastal backdrop of the North Shore of O'ahu.
Introduction Candle Workshop | Shores Company
Join Shores Company for a hands-on, sensory experience where you’ll create your own custom candle using natural ingredients and signature island-inspired scents from a local artisan.
Romance Sailing Adventure
Choose from an intimate selection of authentic sailing experiences for 1–6 guests, including a dreamy romance cruise with champagne and charcuterie, serene wildlife encounters, and unforgettable moments guided by an onboard naturalist.
Surf Lessons | Jamie O'Brien Surf Experience
ALL AGES
Learn to surf North Shore's iconic waves with certified instructors. Private, semi-private, and group lessons are offered daily to build confidence and skills.
Live Like a Local Adventure | North Shore Ocean Guides
AGES 7-17
Hang with Rocky and friends at Kawela Bay. Where your keiki can enjoy an outrigger canoe ride to see turtles, take a beachside ʻukulele lesson, and go hunting for sand crabs.
Jr. Waterman Adventure | North Shore Ocean Guides
AGES 7-17
The calm waters of Kawela Bay is the perfect spot for keiki to play and make new friends. This 3-hour experience includes outrigger canoeing, tandem surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding.
Cultural Bike Tour
AGES 16 & UP
Hear the untold stories that encompass the resort's 1,300 pristine acres. Take a bike ride with our local expert as they guide you to significant points of interest.
Tennis Court Rental
ALL AGES
Play a friendly game or practice your skills at one of our four tennis courts. Equipment is not included, but we have rackets and balls available for rent and cans of new balls to purchase.
Pickleball Court Rental
ALL AGES
Our new pickleball courts offer a great space for both beginners and experienced players. Equipment rentals are included with your court rental. Registered guests enjoy one complimentary hour of court use during their stay.
Arnold Palmer Golf Course
Turtle Bay’s premier golf course combines a Scottish Links-style front nine with a tropical back nine, offering challenges for golfers of all levels. Spanning 6,225 yards from the resort tees and 7,218 yards from the black tees, it features water hazards on 14 holes, including the iconic 17th hole set with its scenic views.
Private Horsemanship 101 | The Stables
ALL AGES
Learn all aspects of horseback riding and equine care. Classes designed just for keiki, ages 7-14, are also available.