This is the second time I've been here! First time I went on a solo kayak tour, this time I did the guided kayak tour! Really fun times. Staff is always friendly. I had Morgan as my tour guide and he was very accommodating, knowledgeable, and super friendly! It's a very easy tour, Kailua Beach Adventures makes things as easy as possible. It does require some upper body strength, but anyone at any level can do it! BEAUTIFUL views! 10/10 would recommend. read more

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We had an amazing time on the Kailua Beach Adventure kayak tour, and a huge part of that was thanks to Morgan! The entire experience was so much fun from start to finish--beautiful scenery, great pacing, and just the right mix of adventure and relaxation. Morgan was incredibly informative throughout the tour, sharing interesting facts about the area, local wildlife, and history in a way that kept everyone engaged. One of the highlights was kayaking out to Popoiʻa Island (Flat Island), which was absolutely beautiful. Morgan did an excellent job helping us navigate the waters both going out and coming back, making sure everyone felt comfortable and confident the entire time. Honestly, Morgan was the best guide we could have asked for--friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and just all-around awesome. We felt safe, well taken care of, and had such a great time. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you get Morgan as your guide! read more

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cool shop with great merch. lots of choices of great things wwwwwwwwwww wwwwwwwwwww wwwwwwwwwww read more

First time kayaking out to Chinaman's Hat was such a breeze, thanks to the awesome help of Avery giving so clear directions and advice on how we can do everything ourselves! From loading the kayak to the car, to getting our gear and even telling us where's good to kayak, the rental for my group of 4 was amazing! Definitely would recommend if you want to have an unforgettable experience doing something different from the usual touristy things here! read more

Epic Adventure to the Mokes!! This has been on my bestie's bucket list so my friends and I joined her. Marty & April are so kind and helpful! read more

Came here last month to get some kayaking equipment. Staff were very friendly and made sure to explain everything. This is a very spacious shop with lots of equipment to rent and a pretty clean bathroom. We had to put two kayaks on top of our car and the staff was very helpful in guiding us how to do it. They even gave us a small discount for doing some beach cleaning which was nice of them. Overall: 9.4/10 I'd come again! read more

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Overall, had a great experience kayaking with Kailua Beach Adventures! They had plenty of open reservations when I checked the night before, so that made planning our day much easier, especially since we were staying in Waikiki without a rental car. We rented out a double kayak as well as a dry bag for $5, which I recommend for holding anything you plan to bring with you on the kayak, including phones. You will get wet! If you're visiting an island, they also collect a fee per person, which is mandatory from the state. We did the self guided option, so no tour guide. Then, they make you watch a 12 minute video, which I recommend paying attention to because it teaches you the basics, like how to properly hold the paddle, as well as the routes to the different locations and where to dock your kayak if you go to certain locations like some of the islands ($3 per person for Flat Island) After that, they give you your life vest and your kayak, which is on a dolly. They are not allowed to have the kayaks on the beach, so you have to walk the kayak about 10 minutes out to this river area. If you are trying to kayak in the ocean, you also have to drag it across sand for a portion of it (without the dolly, so it's heavy!). At Kailua Beach, there was a lady who helped us get onto the kayak, which was super helpful since I did not want to capsize first minute into the water. From there on, we kayaked to Flat Island. At the island, there is no one to help you dock the kayak, which can be a bit frightening, but luckily the water gets shallower to the point where you can just hop out into the water once you're close by. It was a bit hard to dock the kayak on the rocks because the kayak was so heavy. The island was lovely and had some nice tide pools. We even got lucky and saw a turtle! Kayaking back to the beach, I thought there would be someone to help us dock the kayak onto the beach, but there wasn't really a designated person waiting there. Luckily, there was a guided tour right behind us, and they had 2 people who were there to help the tour group dock and they helped us dock as well because we kinda were going in circles... it was mainly stressful because the part where we took off from was filled with people swimming, so there wasn't really a good place to dock the kayak. Note that they close at 5 PM and will charge a late fee if you bring the kayak back after 5 PM so make sure to keep track of time and to factor in the time it would take to bring the kayak back to the shop. Overall, I had a lot of fun kayaking with Kailua Beach Adventures and would do it again! If you've never been kayaking before, it may be best to do a guided tour, since you get a lot more help with the process. Also be prepared to walk/drag the kayak - it's an arm workout! read more

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Morgan was super helpful with my rentals thanks a lot! Highly recommended had a great time with my son read more

We had such an amazing time kayaking with Kailua Beach Adventures. They gave us all the information we needed before we went out onto the water, and had people out on the shore to help us safely get into and out of the water. We kayaked to an amazing little island close by and spent a long time exploring and taking in the views. I highly recommend!!! Thanks again, Tommy!! read more

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We rented Kayaks to the Mokes and our group had a great time, definitely not easy!It was quite an adventure and a memory we will remember forever! They also have a cute shop inside. Thank you, Kailua Beach Adventures! Marty, April , and Jamie helped us out and they are great! :) read more

We did the Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour (5.5 hours) when we visited in January and had an awesome time. The guided tour included the kayak out and back, a short walking tour and a relaxing lunch on the Twin Islands. Lunch included a sandwich, potato chips, Oreos, bottled water, and Hawaiian Sun - all of which tasted especially delicious after the great workout we had kayaking out to the islands against the current. The company also provided snorkeling gear for anyone who wanted to snorkel at the Mokes, but we decided not to since the water looked quite choppy that day. Another perk was that we had the option to use any of their bikes or snorkel gear for the rest of the day after the tour. Several in our group decided to take the bikes out for a spin and head towards Lanikai Beach nearby, which is known for their snorkeling. The guided tour was limited to 8 people total, which was a good group cap size. There were a few other small groups already on the island when we arrived, but everyone was respectful, and it did not feel too crowded even though the beach itself wasn't very big. Special shout-out to our tour guide, Maggie! Maggie was both friendly and professional, and we felt reassured by her presence. We opted for the guided tour as it felt safer than trying to navigate by ourselves around the "danger zone" in the waters; the wind and waves did feel pretty strong as we were heading out to the Mokulua Islands, and Maggie's kayak was a helpful reference when we started to veer off-track. Her help was also much appreciated when we had to launch our kayak from shore. I recommend the Twin Islands Guided Kayak Tour and would return to Kailua Beach Adventures for more rentals next time I'm in the area. read more

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My husband and I had Justin and Tommy as our kayaking and tour guides during our honeymoon trip in Hawaii, and they were amazing. From the very beginning, they made us feel comfortable, safe, and excited for the adventure. Justin had such a calm, knowledgeable energy--he explained everything clearly and shared so many interesting facts about the area, the wildlife, and the history. Tommy brought the fun and kept the whole experience light, relaxed, and full of good vibes. Together, they were the perfect balance. They paced the tour really well, checked in with everyone often, and made sure we were always feeling good. You can tell they truly care about what they do and want every guest to have the best possible time. Our honeymoon trip wouldn't have been the same without them. We left with beautiful memories, great photos, and a really special experience we'll never forget. If you get the chance to book a tour with Justin and Tommy--do it. You won't regret it! read more

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Alex/Wesley were such helpful and fun guides for our Kayak excursion! We originally booked the Twin Island Kayak Tour, but due to weather conditions, we changed to the two hours and the staff was super informative and provided ample notice. On the tour, they were extremely helpful as we were a group of beginners but felt super supported and safe the entire time. The island tour itself was great and informative as well. Definitely recommend if you're visiting Kailua! read more

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The staff was so helpful and quick in getting me set up with my rentals. Justin and Morgan were super helpful with recommending where to go and enjoy some ocean adventuring! Will come back for the next time for sure! read more

Kailua Beach Adventures is a reputable place to have a kayaking experience at one of the most beautiful beach locations in Oahu. They have guided tours or you can have a kayak rental and DIY it. What I'd want you to know is that (1) the journey from kailua beach to lanikai beach is beautiful and (2) kayaking can be very strenuous, so plan appropriately. I did a two-hour tour along with my family and, for my needs, I felt that this was a must. When we went, our guide was Tommy and he was very helpful. I also enjoyed the lunch that they provided afterward! Consider booking ahead of time and you may be able to find discount codes on their website. read more

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We did the self guided tour to The Mokes. 10 out of 10!!! Staff was so helpful and friendly. Great extras. Beach chairs, dry bags, etc. Loved the lunch choices. Delicious sandwiches. Great Vegetarian Options for my husband. Such a fun beautiful adventure. Stunning island. Mahalo KBA read more

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Kayaks were so fun and they had everything we needed for a great day! Thanks for a great time! Morgan helped us out and was great

Kailua beach adventures were great for our first experience with kayaking! We were trepidatious at first, but the employees were informative and kind. They got us equipped with the best double kayak, and life jackets that Kailua could provide. Overall, would come again! read more

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Got kayaks there to do something fun on a cloudy day! Good pricing (Dec 2024): 85$ for 4h for two-person kayak, or 99$ all day. 3$ per person to get permit for an island. 5$ to rent a dry bag. One downside is that you need to roll your kayak to the beach (around 500m/1500ft/0.3m). It's on a cart, so it's not that bad. It's harder on a way back, because if you put cart too far, it would be heavier to roll. But overall - great experience and I'm glad that we did it! read more

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What an amazing experience! The 2-hour guided kayak tour with Tommy was the highlight of our trip. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and made everyone feel comfortable on the water, whether you were a beginner or experienced paddler. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking, and the best part--we spotted a sea turtle up close! After the guided portion, we had an additional 2 hours of free time to explore on our own, which was perfect for relaxing, taking photos, and soaking in the beauty of the area at our own pace. They allow you to rent all beach gear at their shop as included in your total tour price Everything was well-organized and safe, and the equipment was top-notch. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a unique and memorable outdoor adventure. Thanks again to Tommy for making it so special! read more

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I came with my parents and sister, all beginner kayakers and Tomo and Teresa were so helpful! We did the two hour kayak excursion and saw a turtle. They helped us get great photos and videos of our adventure. With the price of the tour, you get access to beach equipment as well for free time after the tour. read more

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Amazing day. Josh and Tupre were excellent guides and we would definitely come back with friends.

Kailua beach adventures is great. Evelyn is a great guide and was friendly and fun. We had a blast read more

Jamie was awesome and so helpful! Lots of fun! Had a great time!!! So much fun fun fun fun!

Brandy was so nice and accommodating! They were super helpful when we showed up late. Highly recommend!

Did a 2 hr kayak ride with guide Quin, he was fantastic. Very beginner friendly. Did not see any sea turtles :( Would come again though!

Instructions were simple! Recommend taking pics of the map. We kayaked to flat island and ate lunch. 10/10

Amazing guide - Isaac. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Made everyone laugh and smile. My boyfriend and I enjoyed the tour. We were able to spot a few turtles, seals, crabs, fish, and sea urchins Kayaking wasn't difficult, easy instructions. You don't need to carry a lot of items - just essentials. I give our trip 5 big booms! read more

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By far this was my favorite experience in Oahu. The beach is absolutely incredible. You have to take your kayak to the water from the store (maybe 10-15 minutes) but it's so worth it. They provide everything you need to get on the water including dry bag, snorkeling gear, lunch, lockers, and knowledge of the area. Go out to the islands, it's so worth the effort. Snorkeling is also amazing in this area. It rained during my trip but that didn't stop us from being able to be out in the water. read more

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Evelyn was great super informative and made sure we had a great time. We didn't have a lot of experience kayaking and still made the trip fun read more

Had a really enjoyable morning kayaking out to Flat Island. Our guide, Tommy provided a tour of the island and the wildlife. Got some great pictures and a little exercise. 2nd half of the day was choose your own adventure with beach time or biking. read more

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Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Very ready to assist and made friendly conversation. Lunch vouchers with the your package provide good options especially when you have a group with particular tastes. Be ready for a bit of walking as gear needs to be carried to the ocean a couple blocks away! Great tours especially if you enjoy a bit of physical activity. read more

Great store! Thanks Morgan! Loved my new sunglasses! Great selection of apparel and fun activities!

a great half day trek. we did the unaccompanied tour. A great lunch. Great customer service and check out. The answered all our questions. No sea turtles on this particular trip. We may have needed to venture a little further along the beach line. Great reef for snorkeling. Nice way to spend the day on the Eastern shore of Oahu. It was reasonably priced. It was our first experience kayaking. We had previous experience in canoeing and dragon boat. We took our individual kayaks and had a great time. Make sure you wear plenty of sunscreen and enjoy the sandy beach, the coral reef, and the kayaking. read more

highly recommend kailua beach adventures! they're quick communicators, pretty chill, give you styrofoam planks to put on top of your car to carry the kayaks or any materials you need, straps, water proof bags, paddles, and anything else you might need! you do have to place the kayaks/boards on the car yourself so make sure you're prepared to do that. i'm weak so i struggled a little but it's not too bad if you have a friend or two helping. i took the kayaks to secret island and had a great time kayaking there and going to the sand harbor. the price for the rentals is reasonable as well! def go here if you're looking for a great rental experience read more

This review is for the store only. I went in looking for some gear after heading to Kailua completely unprepared for the day. I arrived at this store looking like a sweaty mess and not the snack that I normally am. I needed, among other things, a sun shirt and some swim gear. The team inside was completely professional and so helpful. They treated me like I was a million dollar customer inside of the disgusting mess I must have looked like. They patiently showed me all of options that they had available and helped me switch between products until I had selected a few options. I couldn't be more impressed by the customer service and dedication that this team showed to treating me like a valued customer. I couldn't recommend them enough! read more

I loved this tour. You do have to transport your kayak down to the beach on wheeled cart but it was fairly simple and just takes one person. We all helped each other out to get them in the water. We were lucky to get a relatively calm day but it can be very windy which can cause it to be a tough kayak out. Since it was calm for us, we took it slow and it was actually very easy. Upon landing, they served granola bars. On the island, they walk you around explaining about the animals and vegetation. It was informative and interesting. There is a ride pool that you get to swim in. They serve you lunch - sandwiches, chips, juice and cookies on the beach. You then get 30 minutes to an hour to snorkel or relax. I didn't see many fish but we did see a turtle that just hung out by me eating. We also spotted several turtles on our kayak back which was lucky. I really enjoyed the day. If you want to be a bit adventurous then I highly recommend them. Shoot out to my guide Brandon who was phenomenal. All the staff at the shop was very friendly. You rent the kayaks yourself but I recommend the tour. read more

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Great kayak tour with Tupree. I enjoyed the tour around the island. Our guide made sure everyone was comfortable and no one was left behind. read more

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This place is awesome. Monroe is the best. Had a great selection and the staff were super helpful. read more

This place is awesome! Has a little bit of everything! April is the best and her customer service is amazing!