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Oahu · CANOES & KAYAKS

The 10 Best Canoes & Kayaks Tours in Oahu

10 reviewed

Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands

Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands - Stop 1 and Stop 2, Kailua and Kailua Beach Park: where the adventure starts and ends

1.Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,311 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114Our pick

Paddle Kailua Bay to bird sanctuary islands and snorkel near Lanikai for green sea turtles, with gear, lockers, showers, and lunch included.

“The experience was great for me, however, dragging the kayak back to the store 1/4 of a mile was tough for my wife and an 11 yr old kid since we have a family and needed 2 kayaks. It could be better if they could have a trailer pulled by a truck to bring it down to the location for us like white water rafting. Overall it was fun me for people who are fit and able to DIY.”

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Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu

Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu - Paddling route and the Flat Island stop you will remember

Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu

Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu - The paddle to Mokulua: what you are really signing up for

3.Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 379 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $275

Paddle to Oahu’s Mokulua Twin Islands for an eco-guided kayak adventure, snorkeling, tide pools at Queen’s Bath, plus lunch.

“Found a turtle snorkeling at flat Island, just before kayaking back. Plus hiking around to the natural salt bath on the backside of the island was awesome!”

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Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu

Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu - Mokulua Islands (the Mokes): Bird Sanctuaries and Wildlife You Can Actually See

4.Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 249 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $110

Self-guided kayaking in Kailua, Oahu with snorkel gear, Mokulua Island landings, and free bike rentals, plus beach gear included for $110.

“Trekking the kayak 1/2 mile from pkg lot to bike path thru river then sand not fun. Literally double price by using Viator vs going to kayak shop directly. Felt very ripped off ( $212 for 2 ppl vs $90 since we brought our own snorkel equipment but website doesn’t give option to decline using theirs.). Our mistake for not having asked more questions or checking with shop directly well in advance. Will never use Viator again. Buyer beware! Positive: very Pretty area, saw turtles and a sea lion on one of the islands. Should be strong and have some kayak experience for this. Gave 1 star due to how…”

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Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co.

Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co. - Price and Value Check: What You Pay for at $39.99

5.Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39Best value

Rent a SUP or single kayak on Oahu’s Anahulu River near Haleiwa. Private launch, 2 hours of self-guided paddling, and hot showers.

“Had a great experience. We (my kids and me) weren’t sure we could master the paddle boards, but we did! It was a nice low key paddle down the river and back even though we got caught in a passing downpour. Going out into the bay was a bit trickier with the waves from the ocean/boats. The girl (didn’t get her name) at the launch/dock was awesome! Great at getting us set up and launched twice.”

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Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki - Waikiki hotel pickup and getting to the Ohana Surf Center

Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience - After-Hours Polynesian Cultural Center: A Different Vibe

7.Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Moonlit SUP or kayak at the Polynesian Cultural Center, with LED lights, calm shallow water, and storyteller legends after hours.

“First time on paddle boards. We all did good. My 4 grandchildren did knacks. Koi Jay did great. We all thought he was a terrific guide. Very patient with us. He was terrific with the kids.”

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Polynesian Canoe Sunset Sail

Polynesian Canoe Sunset Sail - Entering Kamoauli: Where You Meet and What to Expect Onboard

8.Polynesian Canoe Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Sail Oahu at sunset on Kamoauli, an all-wood double-hulled canoe. Learn Hawaiian culture with music, chants, and hands-on activities.

“Traditional Hawaiian Paddle Boat sunset ride to Diamond Head. Educational: learned Hawaiian history, traditions, lei making, hula, Hawaiian foods. Small group, only 8 of us. Very nice.”

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Outrigger Canoe Surfing

Outrigger Canoe Surfing - Meeting Waikiki Beach Services and Getting Your Gear

9.Outrigger Canoe Surfing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $51

Paddle a Waikiki outrigger canoe, catch a couple of waves with a licensed captain, and learn why Hawaiian royalty loved this sport.

“Great experience. One of a kind, something you can’t experience anywhere else. We were left wanting more as it is a little short.”

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Kahana Bay River to Ocean: Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Kahana Bay River to Ocean: Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board Rental - Where the River Meets the Sea: Bay Views and Secluded Beach Time