Kaneohe Sandbar Kayak Rental & Snorkeling Tour - Active Oahu
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Reviews
Definitely will book again next time!
Popcorn
Recommended!
Jocelyn
Overview
Oahu
4.5 hour(s)
Available Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Pick-up not available
Not Accessible
What to expect
Packages
Packages
4-Hour Kaneohe Bay Coral Reef Kayak & Snorkel Package
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4-Hour Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Kayak & Snorkel Package
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• Rental times: Every hour from 8:00AM - 3:00PM
• Tour duration: 4 hours
• Includes kayak, snorkel, mask & dry bag
• A 4-door vehicle that can accommodate a kayak is required
• Check-in is at Kailua Town, a 20-minute drive to Kaneohe Bay
Overview
Schedule
Check-in at Active Oahu - Kailua Town
Upon check-in, your local expert will be on hand to assist you in strapping on the kayak to the roof of your vehicle (large sedan, SUV or van is needed), while also providing you with all of the necessary equipment you will need during your kayaking tour.
Once you launch your kayaks into the water, get ready for a Hawaii kayaking experience you will not soon forget. The waters of Kaneohe Bay are filled with beautiful reef formations and abundant marine life for a great time snorkeling, and you can enjoy wonderful views of Windward Oahu as you paddle.
Return kayak & equipment at Active Oahu Kailua
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Location, direction and description
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Meet Active Oahu Tour's staff at 134 Hamakua Dr. Unit B Kailua, HI 96762.
The friendly team will be there to guide you through strapping the kayak on your vehicle and provide you with all the necessary equipment. All you need is a 4-door car to transport it. Please show up 15 minutes before your booking time.Itinerary
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Please note that it's a 20-minute drive from the Kayak shop in Kailua to Kaneohe Bay.
You will be launching the kayak into Kaneohe Bay from the He’eia Kea Boat Harbor (46-499 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744)
Parking: You can use the public parking at the harbor for your vehicle.
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- Children 12 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- If you are planning on swimming or snorkeling, you must be physically capable of getting in and out of the kayak in the water.
- It is highly recommended that you are comfortable swimming if you are planning on getting in the water.
- Drones are not allowed in Kaneohe Bay due to its proximity to a military base.
Other requirements
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- You will need to transport the kayak from Kailua Town to Heeia Kea Boat Harbor using your own transportation.
- A 4-door vehicle (large sedan, SUV, van, etc.) is required to transport the kayak. Foam pads and straps are provided to help transport the kayak.
Required items to bring & attire
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Towel
- Swimsuit
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Reef-shoes
- Water and snacks are highly recommended
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Complimentary parking available.
- There are no guides on this activity.
- Sightings of turtles and other marine life are not guaranteed.
- Ocean conditions change with the tides, winds, and weather. During the summer months (End of May – beginning of Sept) conditions are calmer and more predictable and the area is much more accessible.
• Rental times: 8AM, 9AM, 10AM, 12PM & 1:30PM
• 4 hours
• The paddle from the launch point at Heeia Kea Harbor to the Sandbar will take approx. 45 to 60 mins
• A 4-door vehicle that can accommodate a kayak is required
• Includes kayak, snorkel, mask & dry bag
• Check-in is at Kailua Town, a 20-min drive to Kaneohe Bay
Overview
Schedule
Check-in at Active Oahu - Kailua Town
Upon check-in, your local expert will be on hand to assist you in strapping on the kayak to the roof of your vehicle (large sedan, SUV or van is needed), while also providing you with all of the necessary equipment you will need during your kayaking tour.
After your check-in, secure your kayaks to the roof of your car, and make your way to He’eia Kea Boat Harbor. There is ample parking available, and an easy walk to the kayak launch area. Secure any belongings onto your kayak, and once you are ready to go, simply push off and start paddling!
Paddle across Kaneohe Bay, and enjoy the serene beauty of Oahu's windward east shore. Depending on your previous kayaking experience and how quickly you can paddle, it will take approximately an hour to reach the nearest sandbar, but there is no rush as you paddle and glide along the way.
Once you arrive at the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar, feel free to swim and snorkel, or even just walk across the raised sandy formation beneath the ocean's surface. It is an amazing experience to be able to walk in the middle of the ocean, and there are ample photo and video opportunities during your visit.
Be sure to keep track of the time, and allow yourself enough time to return to the harbor. As you paddle, take the opportunity to soak in the warm Hawaiian sun and tropical breezes as the only sound is the paddle splashing as it goes through the water on your way back to He’eia Kea Boat Harbor.
Remove the kayak from the launch, and secure it once more on your vehicle before you head back to Waihole Nursery & Garden Center. Your day at Kaneohe Bay will come to and end with an easy check-out and equipment return.
Return kayak & equipment at Active Oahu Kailua
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Itinerary
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Meet Active Oahu Tour's staff at 134 Hamakua Dr. Unit B Kailua, HI 96762.
The friendly team will be there to guide you through strapping the kayak on your vehicle and provide you with all the necessary equipment. All you need is a 4-door car to transport it. Please show up 15 minutes before your booking time.Nearby landmarks
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Please note that it's a 20-minute drive from the Kayak shop in Kailua to Kaneohe Bay.
You will be launching the kayak into Kaneohe Bay from the He’eia Kea Boat Harbor (46-499 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744)
Parking: You can use the public parking at the harbor for your vehicle.
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- Children 12 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- If you are planning on swimming or snorkeling, you must be physically capable of getting in and out of the kayak in the water.
- It is highly recommended that you are comfortable swimming if you are planning on getting in the water.
- Drones are not allowed in Kaneohe Bay due to its proximity to a military base.
Other requirements
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- You will need to transport the kayak from Kailua Town to Heeia Kea Boat Harbor using your own transportation.
- A 4-door vehicle (large sedan, SUV, van, etc.) is required to transport the kayak. Foam pads and straps are provided to help transport the kayak.
Required items to bring & attire
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Towel
- Swimsuit
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Reef-shoes
- Water and snacks are highly recommended
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Complimentary parking available.
- There are no guides on this activity.
- Sightings of turtles and other marine life are not guaranteed.
- Ocean conditions change with the tides, winds, and weather. During the summer months (End of May – beginning of Sept) conditions are calmer and more predictable and the area is much more accessible.
Reviews
Definitely will book again next time!
This experience is such a blessing for our trip. They have professional crews helping us to get familiar with the equipment. They are very friendly and helpful. My family and I had such a great time snorkeling in the oce...
moreRecommended!
This was such a wonderful experience with it being self-guided. Instructions were constructively explained, necessary equipments were provided. Some distance kayaking to the reef, but worth it snorkeling. Stunning sea li...
moreVery enjoyable trip to explore the Kaneohe Sandbar!
We travelled to the Oahu to enjoy our vacation and thought about to explore the Kaneohe Bay. And then we found out the Kayak Kaneohe activity online and we booked it! The trip is way beyond our expectation. Before the ac...
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- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- Children 12 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- If you are planning on swimming or snorkeling, you must be physically capable of getting in and out of the kayak in the water.
- It is highly recommended that you are comfortable swimming if you are planning on getting in the water.
- Drones are not allowed in Kaneohe Bay due to its proximity to a military base.
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Towel
- Swimsuit
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Reef-shoes
- Water and snacks are highly recommended
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- You will need to transport the kayak from Kailua Town to Heeia Kea Boat Harbor using your own transportation.
- A 4-door vehicle (large sedan, SUV, van, etc.) is required to transport the kayak. Foam pads and straps are provided to help transport the kayak.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Complimentary parking available.
- There are no guides on this activity.
- Sightings of turtles and other marine life are not guaranteed.
- Ocean conditions change with the tides, winds, and weather. During the summer months (End of May – beginning of Sept) conditions are calmer and more predictable and the area is much more accessible.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- Children 12 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- If you are planning on swimming or snorkeling, you must be physically capable of getting in and out of the kayak in the water.
- It is highly recommended that you are comfortable swimming if you are planning on getting in the water.
- Drones are not allowed in Kaneohe Bay due to its proximity to a military base.
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Towel
- Swimsuit
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Reef-shoes
- Water and snacks are highly recommended
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- You will need to transport the kayak from Kailua Town to Heeia Kea Boat Harbor using your own transportation.
- A 4-door vehicle (large sedan, SUV, van, etc.) is required to transport the kayak. Foam pads and straps are provided to help transport the kayak.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Complimentary parking available.
- There are no guides on this activity.
- Sightings of turtles and other marine life are not guaranteed.
- Ocean conditions change with the tides, winds, and weather. During the summer months (End of May – beginning of Sept) conditions are calmer and more predictable and the area is much more accessible.
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Kaneohe Sandbar Kayak Rental & Snorkeling Tour - Active Oahu
