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    Full-Day Popoia Island & Kailua Bay Guided Kayak Tour

    Guided kayak to Popoia Island with optional snorkeling, lunch, and afternoon beach gear

    4.8 stars• 344 reviews
    From$205/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    8am - 4:30pm

    Includes

    Kayak, guide, snacks

    Highlights

    Paddle from Kailua Beach to Popoia Island on a full-day guided kayak tour designed for beginners and families. Explore the bird sanctuary on foot, snorkel if you want, then spend the afternoon with provided beach gear.

    • Paddle with an experienced guide from Kailua Beach to Popoia (Flat) Island
    • Snorkel in Kailua Bay with optional snorkeling time
    • Walk the island perimeter on a nature hike in the bird sanctuary
    • Use afternoon beach gear like chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, and snorkel gear
    • Spot sea turtles, monk seals, tropical fish, and protected birds from a respectful distance

    What's Included

    • Kayak rental
    • Life vests
    • Seat backs
    • Paddles
    • Dry bag
    • Snorkeling gear
    • Water
    • Snacks
    • Lunch and shave ice
    • Assorted beach gear

    Things to know

    A 4-door vehicle is required to transport the kayak from the meeting point to Kailua Beach. Children under 13 must book a private trip and ride in a double or 3-seat kayak with a parent or guardian (one child per adult). All paddlers should be physically fit and able to swim with a life vest.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel more than 48 hours in advance for a 100% refund. You will be charged the full amount if you cancel within 48 hours of activity start time. If the operator cancels due to hazardous weather, you can reschedule or get a refund. Re-scheduled tours cannot receive refunds.

    FAQs

    Yes. You need a 4-door vehicle to transport the kayak from the meeting point to Kailua Beach using the provided foam pads and straps.

    Arrive at the storefront 30 minutes before your tour starts.

    You get a safety demo, route description, kayaking lessons, and cultural history. After the briefing, the team helps you strap the kayak to your vehicle and supplies the necessary equipment.

    Meeting details

    134b Hamakua Dr, Kailua, HI 96734

    Experience provided by Active Oahu Tours
    Experience provided by Active Oahu Tours

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    Visitor

    $205

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $182.25

    Ages 12 & under

    0

    Kama'aina or Military

    $182.25

    Hawaii Resident

    0

    Private Tour - 1-2 People

    $364.19

    Adult or Child, price is per-person

    0

    Private Tour - 3 or More People

    $266.40

    Adult or Child, price is per-person

    0

    Transportation

    $35.71

    I choose to add an e-bike and trailer for each person to transport the kayaks to the beach (Riders 16+ or 8 and Under)

    0

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    344 reviews•Google Maps

    The crew here absolutely nails the laid-back vibe that makes renting kayaks and paddleboards feel effortless rather than like a chore. Michael, Kyle, and Ethan get called out by name repeatedly for going beyond basic customer service. They're the kind of guys who'll share local apple bananas, help you figure out how to strap kayaks onto a tiny rental car without disaster, and actually give you useful advice about where to paddle. People mention heading out to Moku Island (Mokoli'i) and the sandbar as popular destinations, with the guides offering clear instructions that make first-timers feel comfortable tackling ocean kayaking even if they've never done it before. What really stands out is how chill and accommodating the team is when things don't go according to plan. Running late because of traffic? They're understanding as long as you call. Friend gets sick the night before? They'll process a refund without hassle. One group even got treated to island snacks including fresh poke and pineapple after their tour. The equipment itself gets solid marks, arriving in good shape and including snorkel gear with rentals. Whether you're looking for an affordable DIY kayak rental or want to join a guided tour on e-bikes pulling kayaks to Kailua, the consistent theme is stress-free service from genuinely nice people who make the experience memorable for the right reasons.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    We had such an amazing experience renting a tandem kayak from Active Oahu! The rental process was incredibly easy and seamless, which made it so nice to just focus on enjoying the adventure. We kayaked out to Mokoliʻi (only a 30 minute drive from the shop) and it was absolutely unforgettable. Michael went out of his way to make sure we had the best experience possible and that we were fully set up for a great day on the water. We’ll definitely be renting from Active Oahu again next time we’re back on the island!

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    Rheannon White

    March 12, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had such an amazing experience renting a tandem kayak from Active Oahu! The rental process was incredibly easy and seamless, which made it so nice to just focus on enjoying the adventure. We kayaked out to Mokoliʻi (only a 30 minute drive from the shop) and it was absolutely unforgettable. Michael went out of his way to make sure we had the best experience possible and that we were fully set up for a great day on the water. We’ll definitely be renting from Active Oahu again next time we’re back on the island!

    Photo of Rheannon White

    Rheannon White

    March 12, 2026

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