Make your Kailua beach adventure one to remember. Rent a kayak and paddle to the Mokulua islands in Kailua and experience both an ocean kayaking and hiking adventure. Ocean kayak over the sheltered waters of Kailua Bay and take in the crystal clear waters and spectacular coral reefs. Transport the equipment easily from the meeting place to Kailua Beach using walking carts or car racks provided for free. The Tandem Kayaks fit one or two people and include life vests, seat backs, and paddles. Book now to experience kayaking to the Mokulua Islands and Popoia Island. Permits are limited, so reserve your kayaks in advance!
4 hour minimum rental duration
Full day rental, 8am - 5pm
4 hour minimum rental duration
Full day rental, 8am - 5pm
4 hour minimum rental duration
Full day rental, 8am - 5pm
Rent 3 days for $30 more than two 1 day rentals
Get 5 days for only $19 more than 4
Lowest Daily Rate
“This was a great experience. One of my top 3 favorite things I did while visiting HI! The staff was so friendly and helpful when picking up my kayak. The pricing was great and well worth the 3 hours of fun, beauty, hilarity, and peace that it brought. I highly recommend it.”
“The experience was great and the view was amazing! I loved how clear the water was and how nice the day was.”
“There was Great communication, they were very prompt, very friendly, and made our experience so convenient!”
We provide the rental kayak and gear; you embark on a kayaking, hiking, and even snorkeling adventure. During the booking process, you will choose which 4-hour time availability works for you and be able to select extra helpful gear like dry bags and snorkel equipment or even a standup paddleboard for those experienced in paddling in the ocean on a SUP. Once you book, an email will be sent to you with waivers to sign, the meeting location links, and other helpful reminders.
We will have your equipment ready for you at the meeting location.
You’ll be able to transport your kayak right to the ocean or drive your kayak a bit further and start your kayak rental at Lanikai Beach.
Beginner kayakers should try paddling in Kailua Bay to Popoia Island (Flat Island) just off the coast from Kailua Beach.
The paddle toward Mokulua is usually a smooth ride, but it’s a long paddle if you aren’t used to it. We suggest experienced paddlers or physically fit individuals try this kayaking trip. The whole area is protected by the far edge of Kailua Bay’s Barrier reef, so high surf is rare. The best time to Kayak is in the morning. On calm mornings you can paddle through the glassy water, can see fish swimming in the reef below you. You will land your kayak on the west side of the island (the side closest to the shoreline of Oahu) and take the kayak above the high tide line so you can explore.
The island is rocky, and the rocks can be hot during the afternoon hours so it is helpful to wear shoes while hiking around the base of the island. It takes around 15-20 minutes and is challenging due to the sharp lava rock.
If wave conditions are right you can hike around the perimeter of Mokulua. On the south side of the island, you can access the Queen’s bath which is almost always accessible. You also might come upon one of these fuzzy chicks. Please stay off the middle of the island. The island is a bird sanctuary and nesting place for shorttail sheerwaters. They make burrows in the ground where they raise their chicks
The plant and wildlife are abundant on, and around, the islet so it is not uncommon to see wedge-tailed shearwater birds swooping in the air, Hawaiian Monk Seals basking on the sand, or sea turtles just off the coast.