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Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Incredible way to experience Waikiki!

Reviewed by: Adam from Texas

Great service and hospitality. This is well worth your time and money.

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Aloha Adam! We are so happy to hear you had an excellent time with our crew on the outrigger canoe! It is truly a unique and thrilling experience. We hope to have you back again sometime soon. Mahalo

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/06/29
Activity Date: 2023/06/27

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

a fun adventure

Reviewed by: AL. And Mike

We went with a group of good friends. We had such a good time. The waves were perfect. Will go again when we are in Oahu.

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Aloha! The outrigger canoe is such a thrill, especially to experience together with good friends! We are so happy to hear the waves were perfect that day. We hope to have you back again sometime soon. We appreciate you taking the time to write a review and leave us a 5 star rating. Mahalo

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/06/10
Activity Date: 2023/05/17

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Outrigger canoe ride

Reviewed by: Karen

This was the highlight of our holiday. The crew were great and gave clear instructions. Would definitely recommend booking this ride and we would love to do it again. So much fun!!!

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Aloha Karen! Mahalo for joining us for an outrigger canoe ride. We are so happy to hear you had such a memorable time catching waves on the canoe. Please come back soon to join us again

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/05/08
Activity Date: 2023/04/14

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Outrigger ride.

Reviewed by: Mel

Great fun and great crew! It was a blast and our guides were friendly and terrific. Definitely recommend. Fun to surf in a canoe.

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Aloha Mel! We are so happy the captain and crew made for an excellent experience on the outrigger canoe! Catching waves on the canoe is truly a unique experience, here in the birthplace of surfing. Please come back to join us again soon

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/05/06
Activity Date: 2023/04/14

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Wonderful experience!

Reviewed by: Marcus Stotts

Veltra made booking an outrigger canoe surfing activity so easy! I highly recommend using Veltra! Great price for one of our favorite activities when we were in Honolulu! We’ll definitely book with Veltra again! Mahalo!

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Aloha Marcus! We are happy to hear your experience on the outrigger canoe was a memorable one. Mahalo for taking the time to write a review and give us a 5 star rating

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/05/01
Activity Date: 2023/04/15

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Best bang for your buck!

Reviewed by: Tressy

This is one of the most thrilling activities I have done in my decades of traveling to Hawaii. Such an incredible value! The crew was amazing. Riding the waves as you take in the majestic views of Waikiki made my birthday morning memorable. Thank you so much!

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Mahalo for taking the time to give us a five star rating and write a review. We are so happy that you were able to join us for a canoe ride on your special day. Happy Birthday! We do hope that you will come back soon to catch some more waves with us. Aloha

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/02/24
Activity Date: 2023/02/22

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Outrigging

Reviewed by: AL. And Mike

What a very pleasant activity. My husband who does not go into the water loved it and wants to do it again. Great crew. We had a great time

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Aloha! We are so happy you and your husband were pleasantly surprised by such an awesome, and unique experience during your outrigger canoe ride. It truly is an experience like no other. We appreciate you taking the time to give us a 5 star rating and write a review! Mahalo and Happy Holidays!

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/17
Activity Date: 2022/12/15

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

What a Blast!

Reviewed by: Barbara08

Such a fun and thrilling experience! Enjoyed the combo of paddling out and then riding/surfing the waves in. First-time for us plus our two teenagers, and everyone loved it! Staff are so friendly and helpful, too. Definitely recommend booking in advance like we did! Won't regret it!

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We are so happy you enjoyed your canoe experience! We agree, it is such a thrill! Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for the 5 star rating. Aloha

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/08/01
Activity Date: 2022/07/28

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Great experience

Reviewed by: Lily

My family had a great time surfing the waves off Waikiki Beach. The captain and crew made
It super easy even with children - 10 & 8 - on board. Don’t hesitate to book and try this unique experience.

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Mahalo for taking the time to submit your review! We are happy to know that Captain Russell and crew provided an excellent time for the whole family! We hope to have you all back again soon. Aloha

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
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Posted on: 2022/07/09
Activity Date: 2022/06/19

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Great Ride

Reviewed by: Fun Outrigger Ride

The ride was great----a lot of fun. However, although they offered to have a photographer available to take pictures, she was not there at the time of the ride and we lost the opportunity for the photos.

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Aloha! Sorry for the delayed reply. We are so happy you enjoyed the canoe ride. We do apologize that the photographer however wasn't on site at the time of your booking. We will be sure to reach out to the photography team to remedy this is the future. We hope to have you back sometime in the near future.

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/05/14
Activity Date: 2022/04/20

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Great !!

Reviewed by: Bill

Excellent staff and outrigger crew.

Our group planned our visit for two years before we could make the trip. The outrigger canoe was on my bucket list every planning session.

Thanks for the wonderful rides.

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/05/07
Activity Date: 2022/04/15

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Late April 2022 Outrigger Canoe Adventure

Reviewed by: Northeight

We really enjoyed this activity. We had six people in our party, but the waves were big on our day, so they split us up into two groups. Captain Russell was amazing. He spent a few minutes with us on the beach before the outing to set our expectations. Then, we went out on the water. He was really patient with us and made sure we had good rides. It was a great experience in a really wonderful setting.

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/04/25
Activity Date: 2022/04/23

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Outrigger Canoe

Reviewed by: Diana

So much fun! Our family loved this adventure. Then crew was great and we caught at least 6 waves!

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Aloha, Diana! Mahalo for your generous 5 star rating! Glad that you have mentioned that you caught 6 waves. It is a benefit of "Canoe Charter" for one-hour instead of signing up for "Canoe Surfing" which guarantees 3 waves and it may take anywhere from 15 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on the condition. We strongly recommend that all guests would sign up for the "Charter" as you did. Thank you again!

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: 1-hour Private Charter Package [up to 6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/04/02
Activity Date: 2022/03/31

アウトリガーカヌー・サーフィン  ハワイ伝統のカヌーでワイキキの景色を眺めながら波乗り体験!<0.5~1時間/ロイヤルハワイアンホテル>

Waikiki Beach is the best!! ワイキキビーチって最高!!

Reviewed by: ハワイらばー

It's been three years since my last trip to Hawaii. I chose this opportunity to enjoy Hawaii with my 73-year-old parents! It was easy and accessible! Thanks to the strong winds, I was able to catch some great waves, making it an incredibly fun experience!

3年ぶりのハワイ。73歳の両親を伴って ハワイを満喫できるOP!気軽にできる!!という事で 選びました。
強風のおかげで、いい波に乗れ最高に楽しい体験でした‼️‼️

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It seems you thoroughly enjoyed your time in Hawaii after three years! Thank you for the five-star rating. We look forward to your next visit!
Waikiki Beach Services

3年ぶりにのハワイを満喫して頂いたようで何よりです!5つ星のレイティング、ありがとうございました。またのお越しをおまちしております!
ワイキキ・ビーチ・サービス

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Posted on: 2022/03/25
Activity Date: 2022/03/22

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Yes! SO much fun!!!

Reviewed by: Brande

I went on the outrigger tour with my boyfriend and my 74 year old Mom. The guys were VERY kind, helped her in and out of the outrigger and we all had a BLAST!!! We had SO much fun we even paid the pretty expensive price for the thumb drive full of digital pics because we totally had to see it all! We'll never forget this adventure!!

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Mahalo for your generous 5-star rating and nice review! We are glad to hear you had a wonderful time, and to know our staff were helpful. We look forward to seeing your ohana again soon!

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/03/14
Activity Date: 2022/02/12

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

The best thing to do in Waikiki

Reviewed by: Nancy

On our first day in Waikiki we started off with a thrill at Outrigger Canoe Surfing! The experience was fantastic from start to finish. Russell was the captain and he and his crew were phenomenal and with their encouragement we powered through the surf and set up for three exhilarating rides over the breaking waves. It felt as though we were surfing. I would recommend this again in a heartbeat.

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Belated "Mahalo Nui Loa" for your generous 5-star rating. Glad to know that canoe captain and our staff took care of your party. Thank you for recommending this true Hawaiian sport that you can only experience in Waikiki. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Aloha, Waikiki Beach Services

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/01/31
Activity Date: 2022/01/29

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

So much fun! Felt like a kid again!

Reviewed by: TKA

We sincerely enjoyed our time on the ocean with the outrigger captain and first mate! One of the four of us was very hesitant to be in the ocean and freaked out about the possibility of flipping. These guys were excellent from the very beginning in explaining the paddling method, the proper way to enter and exit the canoe, and why it was totally safe!
Once we got out on the water we were able to catch five waves and enjoyed every single ride!
Thank you for such a joyous time!

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: 1-hour Private Charter Package [up to 6 passengers]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/04
Activity Date: 2021/04/29

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Must do!

Reviewed by: Vicki Stack

A truely unique Hawaiian experience right on Waikiki beach. The team where wonderful and helped us paddle out thru the breaks and land the perfect waves to return to shore. Riding the waves back into shore you get an amazing view of the Waikiki shoreline and Diamond head from a different perspective. We had so much fun and looking forward to doing it again on our next trip.

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/03/08
Activity Date: 2020/02/13

アウトリガーカヌー・サーフィン  ハワイ伝統のカヌーでワイキキの景色を眺めながら波乗り体験!<0.5~1時間/ロイヤルハワイアンホテル>

What, is this the end⁉️ えっ、これで終わり⁉️

Reviewed by: ちーさん

I only tried it twice.
I tried other places more than three times...
The cost performance is terrible. It's not interesting at all.
I ordered it after watching "Hawa Koi," but it was a waste of money.

2回しか、トライしなかった。
他のとこは3回以上トライしてたのに…
コスパ悪すぎ。全然面白くない。
ハワ恋見て頼んだけど、お金の無駄。

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Posted on: 2020/03/06
Activity Date: 2020/02/29

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Outrigger Canoe Ride at Waikiki Beach

Reviewed by: Chuck

Very exciting but wish the waves had been bigger; guide was very helpful; narrow walkway and crowded making it awkward at foot-washing area.

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2020/01/12
Activity Date: 2019/12/27

アウトリガーカヌー・サーフィン  ハワイ伝統のカヌーでワイキキの景色を眺めながら波乗り体験!<0.5~1時間/ロイヤルハワイアンホテル>

It's quite fun! かなり楽しいです!

Reviewed by: くに。。

If I go to Hawaii, I will definitely ride it! You can see it from offshore at Waikiki Beach, and I enjoy riding the waves. Please take care of me next time I go to Hawaii.

ハワイに行ったら、必ず乗ります!
ワイキキビーチの沖から見れるし、波に乗って楽しみます。次回ハワイに行った時も、宜しくお願いします。

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Posted on: 2019/11/23
Activity Date: 2019/11/02

アウトリガーカヌー・サーフィン  ハワイ伝統のカヌーでワイキキの景色を眺めながら波乗り体験!<0.5~1時間/ロイヤルハワイアンホテル>

This year is the best! 今年も最高~!

Reviewed by: 美女と野獣

This was my third consecutive year participating, and the exhilarating feeling of riding the waves was as amazing as ever! It's one of the must-do activities in Hawaii, so I'll definitely be back next year!

今年で3年連続の参加でしたが、相変わらず波に乗る爽快感は最高でした!ハワイで外せないアクティビティーのひとつなので、また来年も来ま~す!!

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Posted on: 2019/08/24
Activity Date: 2019/08/16

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

So much fun

Reviewed by: Guion Fam

Paddling is such an amazing Hawaiian tradition; these guys made it a blast. My family hasn't paddled before and it had been 20 years for me. They took us out in Waikiki and we caught some swells and rode the waves in. The photographers associated with canoeing took great shots and captured everyone smiling. I absolutely recommend this excursion for anyone traveling to Oahu.

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/08/23
Activity Date: 2019/08/20

アウトリガーカヌー・サーフィン  ハワイ伝統のカヌーでワイキキの景色を眺めながら波乗り体験!<0.5~1時間/ロイヤルハワイアンホテル>

Surfing is the best! 波乗り最高!

Reviewed by: かかかか

We participated with two elementary school students and two adults, a total of four people. Our reservation was for 1 PM, but we had to wait about 40 minutes for the previous canoe to return. However, the staff member who spoke Japanese at the reception said, "You can wait in the pool at the Royal Hawaiian," so we were lucky to wait while playing in the pool, keeping the kids entertained.

We experienced the canoe with three families from the West and our group of four. In addition to a friendly captain, one of the staff members who spoke Japanese joined us, which made us feel safe and allowed us to enjoy the experience. The kids just sat in the canoe without paddles. When I asked, "Can we take pictures while on the canoe?" they replied, "You can take pictures without paddles," so I also took pictures without a paddle and enjoyed canoe surfing to my heart's content. Although we were told we could ride the waves twice, we were lucky enough to ride three times, which left us very satisfied.

We had a fantastic time at a reasonable price, and the whole family enjoyed it. I highly recommend it!

小学生2人と大人2人の4人で参加しました。
13時~の予約でしたが、前の回のカヌーが戻ってくるのを待っていて40分ほど待ち時間があったとおもいます。
しかし受付の日本語のできるスタッフの方が「(ロイヤルハワイアンの)プールに入って待ってていいよ」とのことでしたので、プールで遊びながら待っていたので子供達も飽きずに待ててラッキーでした。

カヌーは、欧米のファミリー三人と私たち四人が一緒に体験しました。感じの良いキャプテンの他に、先程の日本語のできるスタッフの一人も入ってくれて安心して楽しめました。
子供はオールは持たずに乗るだけ。 「カヌーに乗って写真を撮っても良いか?」と聞いたら、「オールなしなら写真撮れるよ」とのことだったので、私もオールはなしで 思う存分写真を撮りながらカヌーサーフィンを体験させていただきました。
波に乗れるのは2回とのことでしたが、またまたラッキーな事に3回も乗らせて頂き大満足です。

手頃な値段で、家族みんなが楽しめて最高の時間が過ごせました。
おすすめです!

  • 最高に気持ちいい!!

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Posted on: 2019/08/19
Activity Date: 2019/08/16

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Fantastic ride!!

Reviewed by: Robertson Family

We had 6 people in our party and we had a blast! We caught 2 awesome waves and even saw a turtle swimming with us!! The crew were both very friendly and made this a memory to last forever!

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/07/05
Activity Date: 2019/07/02

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Unique and fun experience!

Reviewed by: Michelle T

Our family of 4 really enjoyed the unique and thrilling wave rides on the Outrigger Canoe.
My husband said it was his favorite activity of our entire week long trip and we did activities every day!

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/06/20
Activity Date: 2019/06/11

アウトリガーカヌー・サーフィン  ハワイ伝統のカヌーでワイキキの景色を眺めながら波乗り体験!<0.5~1時間/ロイヤルハワイアンホテル>

It was safe even with children. 子連れでも安心でした

Reviewed by: ぼたもちこ

I participated with my 5-year-old daughter and my partner. It started without much explanation, and we paddled out, enjoying the waves alongside surfers. After it ended, I was asked if I saw any photos, but there wasn't anyone taking pictures, so I wondered if they had taken some without us knowing. In the end, no photos were taken. I wonder if they would take pictures if requested, although it might be an additional charge. We don't have any photos of us on the canoe, and while it remains a nice memory, I think it would have been great to have some, especially since we were with a child.

5歳の娘と親子3人で参加しました。
特に説明もなく始まり、パドルをもって漕ぎ出し、サーファーと一緒に気持ち良く波乗りを楽しみました。
終了後、写真見ました?と言われましたが、特に撮影している人もいなかったですし、どこかで知らない間に撮ってたのか?とも思いましたが、結局撮っていませんでした。
写真を希望すれば、撮ってくださるのかな?別料金でしょうけど。
カヌーに乗った写真はなく、思い出に残っていますが、子連れでしたし、あったら良かったなと思いました。

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/04/27
Activity Date: 2019/04/20

アウトリガーカヌー・サーフィン  ハワイ伝統のカヌーでワイキキの景色を眺めながら波乗り体験!<0.5~1時間/ロイヤルハワイアンホテル>

Canoe experience カヌー体験

Reviewed by: ポコピコ

Since we switched places with the previous group at the water's edge, there was no guidance before boarding, but they provided instructions in Japanese, so I was able to enjoy it without any issues.

前の人達と水際で交代して乗ったので、乗る前の指導が何もなかったですが、日本語も言ってくれるので 困ることなく楽しめました。

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Posted on: 2019/01/09
Activity Date: 2019/01/04

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Great Fun!

Reviewed by: Pam

This was such an awesome experience! Way more fun than we could’ve ever imagined. Definitely will be doing this again. Our Captain and crew were amazing.

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Packages: Two Wave Ride Package (4-6 people)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/10/16
Activity Date: 2018/10/13

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

A must do in Oahu

Reviewed by: JChiz

What a true Hawaiian experience. Not to be missed.

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Mahalo for the generous 5 star review! We look forward to having you back at the Waikiki Beach! Aloha!

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Packages: Two Wave Ride Package (4-6 people)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2018/09/09
Activity Date: 2018/09/05