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15 Best Canoes & Kayaks On Oahu

Oahu’s best days out.

The 15 most popular canoes & kayaks on Oahu. What each one is really like on the day, what it costs and who runs it.

15 Best Canoes & Kayaks On Oahu

Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands - Stop-by-stop on Kailua Bay: from soft sand launch to the Mokulua sanctuary
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu, Tour Reviews

Kailua Bay, Oahu: Epic Kayak and Snorkel to Islands

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

Kayak Kailua Bay to Mokulua or Flat Island, snorkel at Lanikai for green turtles, with lunch and gear. 5.5-hour tour.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Unfortunately, it was a really windy day.But also, you have to walk your kayak.All the way down a long walk to the beach and back on a cart.No real beach service guy helped us steady.The kayak in the water.But that's it.The neat little area lunch was okay.I'm glad they had vegan option.A really windy day,…”

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Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu - Price and value: what about $199.94 is actually paying for
2-Hour Experiences, Canoes & Kayaks, Guided, Oahu, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kailua 2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion, Oahu

Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu - Landing on the islands: eco tour, tide pools, and Queen’s Bath
Canoes & Kayaks, Guided, Oahu, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kailua Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour, Oahu

Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu - Your Gear Kit: Kayak, Snorkel Equipment, Dry Bag, and More
Canoes & Kayaks, Guided, Oahu, Self-Guided Tours, Tour Reviews

Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu

Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co. - Entering the Rainbow Bridge zone: iconic views and the rope swing factor
Canoes & Kayaks, North Shore Tours, Oahu, Tour Reviews

Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co.

Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki - Gear-Up at Ohana: Rashguard, Reef Shoes, Boards, and Storage
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu, Private, Tour Reviews, Workshops

Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

6.Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

Semi-private surf lessons in Waikiki with pickup, included gear, coaching for all levels, and professional photos to buy after.

★ 5.0

“This was a great course. We had never surfed before and they were so encouraging and helpful! We both were able to get on the board and ride some waves!! We had so much fun!!”

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Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience - Arrive Early at the Start: Where to Meet and How Not to Stress
Canoes & Kayaks, Evening Experiences, Oahu, Tour Reviews

Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

7.Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

Moonlit SUP or kayak at Polynesian Cultural Center with LED-lit water, legends from across Polynesia, and exclusive after-hours access.

★ 5.0

“Ample parking on site. We got into the Culture Centre entrance & the receptionist didn’t know anything about the tour, so we had to walk to the other main entrance to the ticketing booth. We were then told to follow the yellow dots on the floor to ‘The Islands’, which we had to walk past…”

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Polynesian Canoe Sunset Sail - Getting There: Ala Moana Blvd and a Smooth Start
Canoes & Kayaks, Catamaran & Sailing Cruises, Cruises & Boat Tours, Evening Experiences, Oahu, Tour Reviews

Polynesian Canoe Sunset Sail

8.Polynesian Canoe Sunset Sail

Sail Oahu’s coast at sunset on Kamoauli, a traditional double-hulled canoe with ukulele, chants, and hands-on Hawaiian culture.

★ 5.0

“It was beautiful, it was calming, very soothing a very immersive experience. A part of me felt like it was life-changing and I had a peaceful transcendence while on the boat. Thank you.”

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Outrigger Canoe Surfing - How the Canoe Ride Works: Seating, Paddling, and Safety
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu, Surfing Lessons, Tour Reviews

Outrigger Canoe Surfing

9.Outrigger Canoe Surfing

Paddle an outrigger canoe off Waikiki for a short, family-friendly wave ride with a licensed captain and Hawaiian canoe history.

★ 4.5

“There were difficulties with this experience from start to finish. The company had members of our party sign the same waiver multiple times - they kept losing it. The ride was fun, but extremely brief. A member of the boat was overheard saying, "Well, we gave them two waves, lets cut it short and head…”

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Kahana Bay River to Ocean: Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board Rental - Kayak vs SUP: Picking the Right Ride for Your Comfort Level
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu, Tour Reviews

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

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

Kayak or SUP from Kahana River to the bay in 3 hours with life jackets, calm water, and a family-run setup on Oahu.

★ 5.0

“We had the most amazing experience. We were running a little late (which is usual for us with a 10 month old), and they were so welcoming and stress-free! She told us to take our time and to drive safe. When we got there, their family took us in and made us feel like a…”

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Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu - Start at Waikiki: coral-reef paddle with turtle and fish potential
Canoes & Kayaks, Honolulu, Tour Reviews

Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu

11.Kayak, Snorkel, and Surf with Turtles in Honolulu

Waikiki kayaking, turtle snorkeling, and a real surf session with Shane. Small group, gear provided, hotel pickup included.

★ 5.0

“Shane and Neil are amazing! Super patient and fun, they really made us feel comfortable and part of the community in addition to teaching us to surf and helping us find sea turtles. Can't recommend this personal experience highly enough.”

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Clear Bottom Kayak - Guaranteed to see Turtles! - Clear-Bottom Kayaks on the North Shore: Reef Views and Turtle Hunting
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu, Tour Reviews

Clear Bottom Kayak – Guaranteed to see Turtles!

12.Clear Bottom Kayak – Guaranteed to see Turtles!

Clear-bottom kayak on Oahu’s North Shore with snorkeling and a turtle-spotting route from Haleiwa, guided in a small group.

★ 4.5

“James took us out on the water on the stand up paddle boards, super clear guidance had each of us up and paddling with ease. Was a lovely atmosphere going down the river, spotting turtles, and climbing rope! Cheers James 🤩”

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GLOW Stand Up Paddle at Twilight - Key Highlights You’ll Care About
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu, Tour Reviews

GLOW Stand Up Paddle at Twilight

13.GLOW Stand Up Paddle at Twilight

Twilight GLOW SUP in Haleiwa: halo-lit boards, sea turtles, and stars over Oahu’s Anahulu stream, plus guide photos.

★ 5.0

“It was so relaxing! Our guides Kayley and Megan couldn’t have been more enjoyable. I was a little hesitant about the excursion but my teenagers wanted to do it and I loved it”

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Stand Up Paddle Nature and Turtle tour-Guaranteed to see turtles - What you do in 1.5 hours on the water
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu, Tour Reviews, Tours

Stand Up Paddle Nature and Turtle tour-Guaranteed to see turtles

14.Stand Up Paddle Nature and Turtle tour-Guaranteed to see turtles

Paddle Oahu’s North Shore on the Anahulu Stream with gear included and turtles guaranteed, plus beginner lessons and optional snorkeling.

★ 5.0

“We did see turtles but the water was not clear. The distance was about right and quiet down on the river. We did have to carry the boards to and from the water which I think the guides should do as a service. Also, there's no actual building it's just a van that shows up…”

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Group Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour - The Lesson That Turns Wobbles Into Control
Canoes & Kayaks, Oahu, Tour Reviews, Tours, Workshops

Group Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour

15.Group Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour

A small-group SUP lesson on Oahu’s North Shore, paddling Haleiwa Bay and the Anahulu stream with lifeguard-certified guides and turtle chances.

★ 5.0

“Guide provided great instruction on how to paddle board (we had no previous experience). Guide also provided interesting information on the area. So glad we did this and definitely recommend.”

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