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.
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.
Paint Pāʻina
ALL AGES
Let the natural surroundings of the North Shore inspire your creativity with our weekly painting party. Reservations highly recommended.
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.
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.
Turtle & Fish Hook Necklace Experience
ALL AGES
Enjoy a fun, family‑friendly sculpting activity where you’ll craft your own fish hook or turtle clay pendant and learn the Polynesian symbolism behind these cherished island figures.
Kuilima Farm Tour
ALL AGES
Take a tour of our 468-acre farm. Nestled between Kahuku’s Mauka (mountains) and Makai (ocean), Kuilima Farm is home to bountiful ecosystems that connect land and sea.
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.
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.
Golf Academy
Enhance your game with private or semi-private lessons focusing on club selection, shot techniques, and target orientation. Warm up at the driving range and receive on-course guidance. Contact the Golf Shop to book a lesson.
Adult Tennis Clinic | O'ahu Tennis Academy
ALL AGES
The O'ahu Tennis Academy offers personalized instruction, clinics, and lessons for skill levels of 3.0 to 4.0 NTRP. Reservations must be made prior to arrival at Turtle Bay.
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.
Oceanside Horse Drawn Carriage Experience | The Stables
Enjoy a private horse‑drawn wagon ride along Oʻahu’s North Shore, complete with scenic coastal views, a secluded picnic, and a keepsake photo before a tranquil return to the Stables.
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.
Stand-Up-Paddle Lessons | Jamie O'Brien Surf Experience
ALL AGES
Enjoy stand-up paddleboarding with private, semi-private, or group lessons. Learn the basics or sharpen your technique with expert instruction in the calm, turtle-haven, Kawela Bay.
Bird Watching Safari | Shaka Kūkākūkā
ALL AGES
Discover the North Shore in an electric safari vehicle on this 7-mile off-road educational tour. Spot native birds, traverse wilderness trails, and learn about Hawaiian culture and WWII history.
Turtle Tour | Shaka Kayaks
AGES 4 & UP
Paddle calm waters in a single or double kayak, spotting honu and hearing local stories from your guide. Gain a deeper connection to the vibrant marine life and this special place.
Surf With A Pup | North Shore Ocean Guides
AGES 4 & UP
Join Rocky and his surfing dogs for a fun, kid-friendly experience on the waves. Spend time in the water with man's best friend. Contact Concierge to book experience.
Kawela Canoe Tour | North Shore Ocean Guides
ALL AGES
Enjoy a group outrigger canoe ride on Kawela Bay. Paddle calm waters with family and friends while spotting honu and vibrant marine life.
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.