Overview
Meet in Kailua at the Active Oahu storefront where friendly staff will help you load your kayaks and gear. From there drive a few minutes to Kailua Beach and park at the end of the first lot to launch near the bridge.
A short section of water will be shallow before you continue walking across the beach to the ocean. Kayaking out to Popoia island is an easy and enjoyable experience and takes around 15 minutes to arrive at the small sandy area. For the short walk around the island be sure to bring some shoes or sandals to protect your feet from the sharp lava rock.
The island is a bird sanctuary to many shearwaters that you will be able to see. When you are done exploring Kailua Bay meet us back at the storefront where we will help you unload. If you finish the route early you can relax on the beach with the included beach chairs and umbrellas.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Safety equipment
Dry bags
Kayaks
Beach Chairs
Permits for landing on the island
Snorkel gear
Help loading and unloading at the storefront
Umbrella
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Arrive at the Active Oahu storefront 134B Hamakua Dr. Kailua, HI 96734 and proceed through the gate and park in an open bay.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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134b Hamakua Dr
10 min
Start your tour here at the Active Oahu Tours Storefront. Receive helpful and important information before you embark on your kayak journey. Feel free to check out the shop and see what else might interest you during your stay in Hawaii.
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Kailua Beach Park
15 min
Launch your kayaks from Kailua Beach. Feel free to spend a few moments enjoying the beach planning your Kayak route.
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Kailua Bay
45 min
Admire the crystal-clear water while kayaking through Kailua Bay. Enjoy a short kayak trip, about a 20 minute paddle to Popoia Island and walk around it and discover it on foot. Experience kayaking at your own pace. On this trip you will be paddling through Hawaiian green sea turtle habitat and you will be protected by a barrier reef that extends across the entire paddling route.
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Popoia Island
30 min
On the Popoia Island you will see short tail shearwater Hawaiian seabirds swooping the shoreline. The island is a nesting ground and seabird sanctuary. Take a walk around the island and swim in the queens bath which is a 8 foot deep tide pool. Take a walk around the island on the rugged terrain of the small coral island.
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Kailua Beach Park
2 hours
Relax on the beach at Kailua Beach park with the included beach chairs and umbrella or keep paddling around Kailua Bay.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Honolulu).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Self-Guided Kayaking Tour in Kailua Bay and Popoia Island
Can I cancel Self-Guided Kayaking Tour in Kailua Bay and Popoia Island for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Where does it start?
Arrive at the Active Oahu storefront 134B Hamakua Dr. Kailua, HI 96734 and proceed through the gate and park in an open bay.
What's included?
- Safety equipment
- Dry bags
- Kayaks
- Beach Chairs
- Permits for landing on the island
- Snorkel gear
- Help loading and unloading at the storefront
- Umbrella
Which places does it visit?
It visits Kailua Beach Park, Kailua Bay, Popoia Island.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Active Oahu Tours
