Rent a paddleboard or kayak at Anahulu Stream in Haleiwa
1 Hour
Kayak or paddleboard, Safety briefing
Get out on the water with stand-up paddleboard or kayak rentals at Anahulu Stream in Haleiwa. Choose a 1, 2, or 3-hour rental and start with a beach safety briefing.
Rescheduling can incur added fees: $50 plus taxes if you miss your time, and $75 if rescheduling within 48 hours. The operator may cancel for unsafe weather or ocean conditions.
Changes require 48 hours notice. Rescheduling within 48 hours costs $75. Cancelling within 48 hours or arriving late and missing the safety briefing is charged the full value. Full refund if the operator cancels due to unsafe weather or ocean conditions.
Meet at 62-540 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa HI 96712. The team sets up directly across the street from Haleiwa Beach House Restaurant along the beach. Look for a large white box truck with “Aloha” across the top and a turtle on the door.
Parking is free anywhere along the beach or across the street in the dirt parking. Do not park in the Haleiwa Beach House parking lot (the paved lot).
No. Lockers and storage aren’t provided. Avoid taking valuables into the water, and note the operator isn’t responsible for loss or damage to items you leave at the location or take with you.
Anahulu Stream
The guides here—especially Steve, JC, and AJ—clearly know how to make people feel comfortable on the water, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your skills. Reviewers consistently mention how patient and encouraging the instructors are, with several first-timers successfully standing on surfboards or paddleboards thanks to solid teaching and a relaxed vibe. The personal touches really stand out: guides regularly take photos and share them afterward, which visitors appreciate. The Anahulu River tours are the main draw, with multiple activities available including paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing lessons, and outrigger canoe trips. Turtle sightings are practically guaranteed, and some lucky groups have spotted manta rays too. The operation feels well-organized with smooth rentals and well-maintained equipment. Families particularly love how adaptable the guides are—they'll pair up with kids in kayaks or take extra time with grandparents to ensure everyone has a great experience. It's clearly become a repeat favorite for visitors returning to Oahu.
This was one of the highlights of our trip! Spending the whole day with Steve, who knows everything about the island, was truly a joy. We took the tops and doors off the Jeep and enjoyed the beautiful day while visiting places only the locals know. We canoed and swam and just generally had a fantastic day. Highly recommended!
Jill Henderson
April 1, 2026
This was one of the highlights of our trip! Spending the whole day with Steve, who knows everything about the island, was truly a joy. We took the tops and doors off the Jeep and enjoyed the beautiful day while visiting places only the locals know. We canoed and swam and just generally had a fantastic day. Highly recommended!
Jill Henderson
April 1, 2026