DISCOVER KAILUA

Kailua Sailboards & Kayaks 

Kayak Tours Oahu

The windward side of Oahu is a hidden gem that many visitors to Hawaii rarely get a chance to see.  Kailua Bay offers miles of remote, white sandy beaches with gentle surf and pristine turquoise water.  Just around the corner sits Lanikai Beach, voted one of the Top 10 Beaches in the world; lying just offshore sit the Mokulua Islands, creating an unforgettable view of this tropical paradise. 

One of the best ways to explore this area up close is by kayak.  Kailua Sailboards & Kayaks offers guided eco-tours of the area and provide everything you need for a one-of-a-kind adventure.  “There are no hotels here so generally, Kailua and Lanikai are locals’ beaches.  Visitors feel it’s a huge adventure to get out to the Mokulua Islands … to leave a main Hawaiian island and paddle off to an off-shore island is truly a unique experience,” says long-time tour guide, Steve Haumschild. 

 “The standard four-hour, guided eco-tour is more than shuttling visitors out to the different islands. We try to teach people about the culture, history, geology and vulcanology of the area so when they leave, they learn more about the ocean and hopefully gain a little more respect for the ocean and its creatures, all the while enjoying the natural beauty of Hawaii,” says Haumschild. 

The eco-tour caters to all levels of kayakers- from beginners to advanced paddlers.  Expert guides keep a relaxed pace so visitors can enjoy the view while gliding along the calm and clear protected waters of Kailua Bay.  Mellow waves allow visitors to gently surf their way to a picture perfect landing onto the beach at Mokunui, the larger of the two islands.  Both islands are protected seabird sanctuaries and upon arrival, visitors are first informed about the islands’ fragile ecosystem and protected wildlife, particularly the nesting Wedgetail Shearwaters.  They also learn how to explore the area without impacting the environment.  

The 20 minute eco-tour includes rock crab and fish sightings and a brief lesson on how the Hawaiian Island chain was formed.  The back of the island reveals beautiful tide pools teaming with endemic creatures, sea salt, the famous Dog’s Head land formation and endless ocean views.  Humpback whale sightings are common during the winter months.  For many, a dip into one of the larger tide pools is the highlight of the day.  One visitor recalled, “jumping into the tide pool was the coolest thing we did … Queen’s Bath, as they call it, where you could just completely float on the water’s surface … like having your own private Jacuzzi with a view of the ocean.” 

After the brief hike, kayakers are treated to a well-deserved lunch.  It’s the perfect opportunity to relax and soak up the surroundings before heading back to the main island.  Once you try it you will realize that kayaking to the Mokulua Islands is the perfect way to explore this hidden slice of paradise! 

Kailua Sailboards & Kayaks has been a water sports authority in Hawaii for over 25 years.  Their award-winning Hawaiian Kayaking Adventure is led by a team of certified professional guides and instructors, dedicated to upholding the highest standards of eco-tourism and eco-friendly practices in Hawaii.  The company prides itself on being the safest and most professional in the industry with a team of guides experienced in ecology, history, vulcanology and marine biology.  Discover their favorite ‘secret’ spots throughout the bay where you’ll experience deserted islands, marine life, sea birds, great snorkeling, kayak surfing, hidden tide pools and secluded coves.   

Beyond paddling, Kailua Sailboards & Kayaks also specializes in kayak rentals, windsurfing, kite surfing, surfing, body boarding, snorkeling, bicycling and stand-up paddling.  Experience the natural beauty of Hawaii while participating in your favorite water sport.  The only impact you’ll leave behind is your own footprints in the sand! 

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