Self-guided kayak tour to Mokoli'i Island from Kailua, O’ahu

Head off on your very own kayak adventure to the fabled island of Mokoli'i Island, from Kailua, Oahu!

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4 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 12 years-old and up
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Practical information

4 hour self-guided sea kayak (tandem or single) tour from Kualoa Regional Park to Mokoli'i Island. Kayak pick-up will take place at the Active Oahu storefront in Kailua. This tour is recommended for people who have experience with and are comfortable with kayaking in the ocean.

Course of events

-Check in at Active Oahu activity storefront in Kailua at activity start time

-Receive safety demo and activity briefing, including instruction on where to park at Kualoa Regional Park, where to access the ocean safely, kayaking tips and a brief cultural history

-Receive equipment - kayaks, paddles, lifejackets, drybags. The Active Oahu team will help you load the kayaks onto your vehicle with provided foam pads and straps

-Drive to Kualoa Regional Park (30 minutes), unload kayaks, and begin your adventure!

-Kayak to Mokoli'i Island (15-30 minutes)

-Arrive at the island. Explore and hike around the island at your leisure (2 hours).

-Kayak back to Kualoa Regional Park (15-30 minutes) and strap kayak back on car

-Return equipment to Active Oahu storefront (30 minute drive)

Activity requirements

Participants must know how to swim.

Special terms

It is advisable for children over 12 years old to do this tour, but younger children may join, especially if weather conditions are good.

If your your guided tour experience inclusive of paddling out to the island, hiking around, and paddling back to shore is taking longer than the expected 3 hours, please message or call Active Oahu to let them know so that they may adjust their schedule.

Meeting point:
134B Hamakua Dr., Kailua, HI, 96734
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Lifevest
  • Kayak
  • Paddle
  • Kayaking/Hiking instructions
  • Dry bag
Excluded
  • Transportation
  • Guide
  • Food
  • Drink
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimwear
  • Shoes for hiking
  • Reef safe sunscreen
  • Change of clothes
  • 4 door vehicle
  • Sunglasses
  • Waterbottle
  • Hat
  • Snack