Kailua Paddle Board Lesson to Popoia Island
Learn SUP and explore Popoia Island with a friendly guide in Kailua
Duration
3 hours
Includes
Guide, Safety gear, Dry bag
Highlights
Join a guided paddle board lesson ideal for beginners and families. Paddle from Kailua Beach to Popoia Island and enjoy clear waters where you may see sea turtles and colorful fish.
- Follow a beginner-friendly SUP lesson to Popoia Island
- Paddle about 15 minutes from Kailua Beach
- Learn from experienced guides and hear local history
- Choose optional snorkeling in clear water
- Join a short nature hike on the islet
What's Included
- Experienced guide
- Life jackets, paddles, safety gear
- 15L dry bag rental
- Foam pads and straps for car transport
Things to know
Please arrive 1 hour before your tour starts. You need a 4-door car to transport the board from the meeting place to Kailua Beach using provided pads and straps. Popoia is a bird sanctuary—stay on trails, avoid stepping on the reef, and be mindful of nesting shearwaters.
Popoi‘a Islet and the Mokulua Islets are part of Hawai‘i’s State Wildlife Sanctuary System and are managed by the Division of Forestry and Wildlife to protect native species and support ecosystem recovery. Visitors must follow all State Wildlife Sanctuary Rules, which include staying only in areas below the high-water mark and respecting all access restrictions. The sanctuaries prohibit fires, dogs, pets, camping, tents, tarps, or any type of structure at all times. By visiting, you and your group agree to comply with these regulations to help preserve the fragile wildlife and natural habitats found on these islets.
Cancellation policy
Notify more than 48 hours in advance for a 100% refund or reschedule. Operator cancellations due to hazardous weather may reschedule or receive a refund. Rescheduled tours are not refundable. Cancellations within 48 hours are charged in full.
Meeting location
134B Hamakua Dr., Kailua, HI, 96734
