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2-Hour Guided Kayaking Excursion
Ideal for Beginners looking for a Hawaiian kayaking tour with the safety of a guide in sea turtle feeding grounds. All levels welcome from kids 8 years old and up. Includes Snorkeling, Lunch and Free Parking.
Rates
• Adults - $179 + tax
• Children - $159 + tax
• Adult/Child (Private Tour) - $339 + tax
• Adult Child (Private "Family" Tour) - $239 + tax *2 person min
*Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Tour Details
A professionally trained kayak guide greets the customers when they arrive at Kailua Beach Adventures Pro Shop in the Kailua Beach Center.
The guide explains the tour logistics and gives paddling instruction to prepare the customers. The paddlers then walk to Kailua Beach Park where they will begin and end their kayaking tour. Customers will then launch the stable sit-on-top kayaks and head towards Popoi’a Island, a protected seabird sanctuary. As they near the island, they will likely encounter “Honu” or the Hawaiian green sea turtle as they pass through their natural feeding grounds!
Once landed on the soft, sandy beach of Popoi'a, customers grab their cameras and head for a 20-30 minute guided eco-hike around this unique bird sanctuary. If they are lucky, they may be able to see a new hatchling wedge-tailed shearwater pip its egg! They may also see rock crabs, Bulwer’s Petrels, and a variety of endemic marine life in and around the hidden tide-pools. Guides unlock the secrets of the ocean and share the volcanology, ecology and history of Kailua with guests. Customers then grab a light snack of granola bars and water before heading off.
The return trip is usually quicker, with the trade winds at their back, making an easy paddle to Kailua Beach. After landing, guests walk back to the shop for a debriefing to share photos and enjoy lunch from one of three restaurants.
Guests can choose from pizza and calzones, Hawaiian plate lunches, sandwiches, or salads. Our pizza and calzones are made to order in the Beach Center at Bob’s Pizzeria. Our plate lunches are made to order at K&K BBQ where guests will find inside and outside seating. Lanikai General Store provides picnic lunch options including sandwiches and wraps, and salads are available at Aloha Salads in Kailua Town.
After lunch we supply boogie boards, snorkeling gear, and beach mats for an additional 2 hours of free time at Kailua Beach. Customers often rent bikes and head to Lanikai Beach or into Kailua Town for some shopping.
* Tour may operate on reverse schedule (e.g. Free Time/ Lunch / Kayak Tour).
* For 2:30 pm tour, make sure to come early if you want to take advantage of your free time / snorkeling / body boarding at Kailua Beach. Our shop closes at 5pm.
Conditions
* Beginners (adventure minded and physically able) to experienced
* All Participants must be able to swim. No exceptions
* Minimum age 8 years for group tours, 5 for private tours
* Ages 5-16 must ride in a double kayak with a parent or guardian (one child per adult)
* Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Tour Includes
* Professional Tour Guide (1 per 8 customer ratio)
* One or two-person Ocean Kayak TM or Spectrum Kayak TM (tandem kayaks used whenever possible)
* DLNR Offshore Islet Landing Permit (per kayak)
* Comfort Pro Kayak Seat TM
* U.S. Coastguard approved PFD Type 3
* Boogie board / Sea Sports silicon snorkel, mask and fins rental (for free time)
* Beach Mat
* Secure lockers - 12” x 12” x 17”
* Duration: 2-Hour guided kayak tour + 2-Hours of free time at Kailua Beach
* Healthy snack and drink on the water (granola and cold water)
* Dry Bag
* 15% discount on retail items in our shop
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Booking Notes
#2 Hour Kayak Tour + 2 Hours of Beach Time (Snorkel, Body Board, Lunch and More!)
##The Kayak Tour & Beach Time May Operate in Reverse Order.
E.g. enjoy beach time / snorkel / body board; have lunch; kayak to Flat Island.
This is required by State Permits and helps minimize impact on the island sanctuaries.
##What to Bring (We have these items available at a special discount in our shop):
• Swimsuits: guests should wear their swimsuits under their clothes at time of pick-up. Get ready to get wet.
• Water: We are eco-friendly so feel free to bring a re-usable water bottle. You will be able to fill it with fresh water at check-in.
• Sunscreen: We strongly advise the use of reef-safe sunscreen and body care products during your visit to our environmentally delicate marine area. We have these items available at a discount in our shop.
• Shoes: slippers (i.e. flip flops, thongs, etc.) are ok, but water shoes or sandals are better for walking around the sharp, rocky, islands. Discount offered on this item in our shop
• During the winter months, bring a long sleeve shirt, light jacket or rain jacket.
• Camera: bring a camera or cell phone. Water-proof cell phone pouches are available for purchase upon arrival. Discount offered on these items in our shop. Dry bags are included in the tour.
• Dry change of clothes and towel for showering after the trip.
• Cash/Credit Cards: we provide free lockers for valuables. Our shop carries many of the above items and last minute add-ons for the trip as well as one-of-a-kind souvenirs. It is also customary to tip guides for great service.
##Conditions
• Beginners (adventure minded and physically able) to experienced
• All Participants must be able to swim. No exceptions
• Minimum age 8 years old
• Children ages 8-16 must ride in a double kayak with a parent or guardian (one child per adult)
• Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
• Kayaking is a physical activity that does require a moderate level of fitness. Kayaks must also be transported via cart to the beach (5-10 min walk).
##Tour Includes
• Professional Tour Guide (1 per 8 customer ratio)
• One or two-person Ocean Kayak™ or Spectrum Kayak TM (tandem kayaks used when ever possible)
• DLNR Offshore Islet Landing Permit (per kayak)
• Comfort Pro Kayak Seat™
• U.S. Coastguard approved PFD Type 3
• Boogie board / Sea Sports silicon snorkel, mask and fins rental (for free time)
• Beach Mat
• Secure lockers - 12” x 12” x 17”
• Duration: 2-Hour guided kayak tour + 2-Hours of free time at Kailua Beach
• Healthy snack and drink on the water (granola, chips juice or water)
• Lunch comes complimentary with all packages. Guests can choose from pizza and calzones, Hawaiian plate lunches, sandwiches, or salads. Our pizza and calzones are made to order in the Beach Center at Bob’s Pizzeria. Our plate lunches are made to order at K&K BBQ where guests will find inside and outside seating. Kalapawai Deli offers fresh salads, sandwiches and wraps.
• Dry Bag
• 15% discount on retail items in our shop
Please check in 15 minutes before tour start time at 130 Kailua Rd. Mahalo!
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Cancellation Policy
# TOUR CANCELLATION POLICY
**Outside of 48 Hours of your Activity:**
- Cancellations are eligible for a 100% refund.
- Reschedule for free.
- Tours may be rescheduled unlimited times.
**Within 48 Hours of your Activity:**
- Cancellations will incur a full charge or a $25/Person fee to reschedule (unless you have purchased Trip Protection.)
- Tours may be rescheduled unlimited times at the $25 fee each time but will no longer be eligible for refunds.
* Groups consisting of 14 participants or more and/or customized activity packages require 7 days notice of cancellation to avoid a 50% charge and may incur additional fees based upon arrangements.
**All contentions will be handled on a case-by-case basis by the management. If you have any questions or concerns with this information, contact the manager before booking.**
There is a 2-Person minimum for group tours. We will help to coordinate with other guests as needed.
