Where do I pick up my Kailua kayak rental?

Pick up at Active Oahu’s Kailua shop at 134B Hamakua Dr. The team prepares the kayak, life vests, seat backs, paddles, foam pads, and straps for your reservation window.

Can I transport a rental kayak on my car?

Yes. Most 4-door vehicles can transport the tandem kayaks using the included foam pads and straps. Active Oahu shows guests how to secure the kayak before leaving the shop.

Kailua Kayak Rentals — Mokes, Lanikai & Flat Island

Self-guided ocean kayak rentals from our Kailua shop

Reserve a tandem Kailua kayak rental, pick it up from our shop at 134B Hamakua Drive, and head for the route that fits your crew: a calm Kailua Bay cruise, Popoia (Flat Island), Lanikai shoreline views, or the longer Mokulua Islands paddle when conditions and ability line up. We include life vests, seat backs, paddles, foam pads, and straps so most 4-door vehicles can carry the kayak to Kailua Beach Park.

Quick answer: Kailua kayak rentals start at $69 for a 4-hour tandem rental. Pick up at Active Oahu’s Kailua shop, transport the kayak with included pads and straps, and choose Kailua Bay or Popoia Island for an easier paddle; save the Mokulua Islands for confident paddlers on a calm morning.

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4hr - 1 Day Tandem Kailua Kayak Rental Prices

Tandem Kayak 4 Hours

$69

4 hour minimum rental duration

Tandem Kayak Full Day

$96

Full day rental, 8am - 5pm

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2 Days

$162

3 Days

$192

Rent 3 days for $30 more than two 1 day rentals

4 Days

$236

5 Days

$255

Get 5 days for only $19 more than 4

6 Days

$276

7 Days

$287

8 Days or more

$37/day

Lowest Daily Rate

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Which Kailua Kayak Rental Route Should You Choose?

Most searchers comparing Kailua kayak rentals are deciding between price, pickup logistics, and where they can realistically paddle. Here is the simple route split we give guests before they book:

Kailua Bay or Popoia (Flat Island): best first rental route for families, first-time paddlers, and anyone who wants a shorter paddle from Kailua Beach Park.
Lanikai shoreline: a scenic add-on when the wind is manageable and you want beach views without committing to the full offshore island paddle.
Mokulua Islands / The Mokes: the bucket-list route for strong paddlers on a calm morning. Expect about 90 minutes or more each way depending on wind, swell, and your pace.

If you are unsure, book the rental window that fits your day and ask us at pickup. We will point you toward the safest route for the current ocean conditions.

Kailua Kayak Rental FAQs

How much are Kailua kayak rentals?

A 4-hour tandem Kailua kayak rental starts at $69, with full-day and multi-day options available for longer beach plans.

Where do I pick up the kayak?

Pick up at Active Oahu’s Kailua shop at 134B Hamakua Dr. We prepare the kayak and gear for your reservation window.

Can I transport the kayak myself?

Yes. Most 4-door vehicles can transport our tandem kayaks using the included foam pads and straps. We will show you how to secure the kayak before you leave.

Should beginners paddle to the Mokulua Islands?

Beginners should usually start with Kailua Bay or Popoia Island. The Mokulua Islands are better for confident paddlers on calm mornings with enough time, water, sun protection, and respect for wildlife closures.

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Highlights

Kayaking in the ocean protected by a barrier coral reef
Exploring Mokulua Nui, a Hawaiian bird sanctuary and surrounding reef that serves as a sea turtle and Hawaiian Monk Seal Habitat
Experience incredible views of Oahu’s Windward Coast
Kayak in the tranquil crystal clear waters of Kailua Bay

How to Prepare

Apply sunscreen beforehand
Bring a sun visor and/or sunglasses
Bring shoes to hike around Mokulua island
Consider bringing or renting a dry bag to keep your personal belongings safe
Bring water and make sure to pack in whatever you pack out
Leave Valuables at Home (not in your vehicle)

“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.”

– Brit H

“The experience was great and the view was amazing! I loved how clear the water was and how nice the day was.”

– Alyssa M

“There was Great communication, they were very prompt, very friendly, and made our experience so convenient!”

– Kasie C

Kailua Kayak Rental Overview

Follow the directions sent in your confirmation email and arrive ready for your reservation window.
Pick up your tandem kayak, life vests, seat backs, paddles, foam pads, and straps at our Kailua shop.
Choose a route based on current wind, swell, ability, and timing: Kailua Bay, Popoia Island, Lanikai shoreline, or the Mokulua Islands.
Plan 90 minutes or more each way for the Mokulua Islands, and leave extra time for loading, parking, landing, and returning gear.

We provide the rental kayak and gear; you choose the beach day that fits the ocean and your group. During booking, select a 4-hour, full-day, or multi-day rental window, then add helpful extras like dry bags or snorkel gear if you want to make it a full Kailua adventure.

We will have your equipment ready for you at our shop at: 134B Hamakua Dr., Kailua, HI, 96734

You’ll be able to transport your kayak and gear on any 4-door vehicle using our special foam pads and straps.

Beginner kayakers should try paddling in Kailua Bay to Popoia Island (Flat Island) just off the coast from Kailua Beach.

Lanikai Beach is also a great stopping location when you are exploring the offshore islands or just cruising the shoreline. Lanikai Beach has been on many different “top 10 best” lists throughout the years. Check it out and maybe it will end up on yours!

Kayaking to Mokulua Island

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 up on the beach so you can explore.

Exploring Mokulua Island

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 part of 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 give the wildlife space and honor their presence. You are guests on the state wildlife sanctuary and all resources there are protected. Please stay off the middle of the island. The island is a bird sanctuary and nesting place for wedge-tail shearwaters and other birds. They make burrows in the ground where they raise their chicks

The plants and wildlife are abundant on, and around, the Mokulua Nui 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.