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15 Best Oahu Kayak Tours

The kayak runs: the paddle from Kailua Beach to the Mokulua islets, across water in four shades of blue. Landing on the islands’ sand is the reward; the return leg is the workout.

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

Experience Oahu’s stunning Kailua Bay with a half-day kayak and snorkel tour, spotting sea turtles, visiting islands, and enjoying a beachside lunch.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“very friendly. very organized. substantial free lunch. all of the equipment worked well and was well maintained. a slick video to watch beforehand was helpful. the activity was amazing. it was good to get an early start since the water was very calm and there…”

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4.Self-Guided Kayaking Discovery in Kailua, Oahu

Discover Oahu’s offshore islands with a self-guided kayaking tour from Kailua. Explore beaches, tide pools, and snorkel, all at your own pace for a memorable adventure.

★ 5.0

“Amazing views and fun challenging kayaking ..We kayaked to flat island then to the beach to snorkle and then headed back to the drop in point about 3-4 hours total trip time …kayaking was so fun but not easy you should be experienced and in…”

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5.Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

Experience a tranquil night paddle at Oahu's Polynesian Cultural Center, learning islands' legends in a safe, illuminated lagoon. Perfect for families and culture lovers.

“It was a very good experience. To come away with some of the folk stories of Hawaii and of the handed down heritage.”

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

Experience the thrill of kayaking, snorkeling, and surfing with turtles in Waikiki, guided by friendly locals. An authentic, personalized adventure for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“I took the tour by myself and it was so nice! I really enjoy everything. The staff was really nice and patience with the surf and the snorkeling. After this experience I really want to do more surf!”

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9.Mokolii Island Self Guided Kayak Tour

Experience the thrill of self-guided kayaking to Mokolii Island with personalized instruction and scenic hikes—ideal for confident paddlers seeking adventure.

★ 5.0

“The whole team were great, from helping us load the kayak to our hire car to providing great advice about the surrounding areas. It's awesome to look back at photos of Mokoli'i Island and be able to say "yep, we did that trek!". Also appreciated…”

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11.2 hour tandem kayak rental at our private launch area in Hale’iwa

Discover Oahu’s serene Anahulu River with a 2-hour tandem kayak rental. Perfect for beginners and nature lovers seeking calm waters and turtle sightings.

★ 5.0

“Luke helped us out and was helpful/kind - and we got to see turtles along the way! We got rained on a bit but other than it was an awesome experience”

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12.North Shore Farm: Anahulu River, Kayak-Sup, Turtles, Lunch & More

Experience kayaking, turtle sightings, farm animal encounters, and tasty Hawaiian food on this 5-hour North Shore adventure for $75 per person.

★ 4.5

“The food was delicious and worth the trip. We really like talking to the owners and enjoyed the time on the water. It was not as long as we usually go on kayaks and for us wasn't as adventurous as we liked, but was a…”

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13.Oahu: Kailua Guided Kayak Excursion with Lunch

Experience Hawaii’s coast with a guided kayak tour around Kailua Bay and Popoia Island, including snorkeling, wildlife viewing, and a tasty lunch for $196.

★ 4.8

“Pull the kayak from the shop down two blocks and then dragging through a shallow inlet to the ocean was not advertised as something we would do ourselves and it was NOT fun. Especially on the return trip back to the shop with the kayak…”

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14.Oahu: Kaneohe Self-Guided Sandbar Kayaking Experience

Discover Kaneohe Bay with this self-guided kayak tour, featuring coral reefs, a pristine sandbar, and optional snorkeling — perfect for adventure lovers.

★ 4.3

“100% worth it every penny for every moment was fantastic! We saw a majestic turtle near the sandbar and the reefs were full of life! Loved it! The gentleman the works there was very courteous and knowledgeable.”

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15.2-hour tandem kayak rental

Experience Oahu’s North Shore with a 2-hour tandem kayak. Glide over reefs, spot turtles, and explore calm streams—ideal for beginners and nature lovers.

“Riley was awesome. Very relaxing fun kayak ride. Was hard to find them at first. Maybe better description of where based on landmarks or maybe I'm slow lol”

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