Spend a flexible beach day with snorkeling, bodyboarding, lunch, and Waikiki-area transportation
Lunch, snorkel gear, shuttle
Explore Kailua Beach at your own pace, just a short walk from the property. Swim, snorkel, bodyboard, or relax in the shade before the afternoon return to Waikiki.
Cancellations within 48 hours of start are charged in full. Changes within 48 hours cost $25 per person. For groups of 14+ and custom packages, cancellations within 7 days incur a 50% charge plus all additional costs.
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Pickup times vary by hotel, typically between 7:30–8:30. If you don’t need pickup, arrive at the shop by 9:00. The tour start time is 9:45.
Wear your swimsuit before you arrive if you can. Bring easy-on footwear that can get wet (like flip-flops or water shoes), a camera, a change of clothes (including underwear) and a towel, and sun protection (sunglasses, hat, sunscreen). You can’t ride in the vehicle in wet clothes.
There’s no age limit, but guests 18 and under must join with a parent or guardian.
Kailua Beach Adventures, 130 Kailua Road, Kailua, HI, 96734, US
This place seems to have mastered the art of making water adventures feel both thrilling and totally manageable. Reviewers consistently rave about their kayaking trips to the Mokulua Islands (locally called "the Mokes"), where the real stars of the show are often Hawaiian monk seals and sea turtles that make surprise appearances. The guides get mentioned by name constantly, with Mike, Brandon, Josh, Avery, Isaac, and Maggie all earning shout-outs for being knowledgeable, helpful with paddling techniques, and genuinely invested in sharing Hawaiian culture and protecting the local ecosystem. One particularly happy reviewer noted how their guide gave them tips for their entire Hawaii trip, not just the day's adventure. What really stands out is how welcoming they are to international visitors. Multiple Japanese-speaking travelers specifically praised staff members Natsue, Emi, and Rumi for making them feel comfortable and providing detailed guidance in their language. Beyond kayaking, they also rent bikes that let you explore the stunning beaches at your own pace, with staff apparently good at steering you toward realistic time management so you don't miss places like the popular restaurants in town. The kayaking itself isn't a walk in the park (one reviewer honestly called it "not for the faint of heart"), but the consensus is it's absolutely worth the workout for the scenery and wildlife encounters you'll experience.
Super cool spot to run into. April was super sweet and helpful!
Alyse Munoz
September 2, 2026
Super cool spot to run into. April was super sweet and helpful!
Alyse Munoz
September 2, 2026
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