Guided Kayak Tour to Kailua’s Twin Islands

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Ocean Kayaking Adventure to the Mokulua Islands — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Picture in front of Moku Nui, one of the Twin Islands — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Embark on an exhilarating guided kayak tour to the Mokulua Islands, led by our experienced guides! As we paddle towards Moku Nui, a designated bird sanctuary and we will provide permits for this adventure. Be sure to reserve your spot in advance, as availability is limited. During this 5-hour journey, you’ll encounter a vibrant array of wildlife, including sea turtles, Hawaiian monk seals, tropical fish, and sea birds. If weather conditions permit, we’ll explore the island’s hidden tide pools and venture to its back side. This tour is ideal for physically active kayakers aged 13 years and older. The itinerary allows you to go at your own pace and soak up the experience exploring the bay, stopping at Popoia Island or relaxing on the beach if you so desire. End the tour with a refreshing meal and a Hawaiian sun!

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At a glance

Duration: 3–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Active Oahu Tours

Ages: Children (8–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Kayak Gear
Included: Walk around the Mokulua Islands
Included: Lunch: Authentic Tacos and Shave Ice
Included: Optional visit to the Flat Island
Included: Experienced Guide
Included: Dry bags

Not included

Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

Arrive at the Active Oahu Tours storefront. The blue building next to Enterprise rent a car. Proceed to the activity hub to receive instruction from one of the guides that will help load the kayak equipment onto your vehicle.
Kailua Beach Park

15 min

Meet the guide in the water after unloading the kayak gear from your vehicle.
Stop 3

1 h 20 min

Kayak through the crystal clear water towards the flat island. Feel free to make a stop there or continue on to the twin islands. Keep a look out for sea turtles, flying fish and sea birds.
Mokulua Islands

45 min

Land on the shore of Mokulua Island and relax on the warm sand. It is home to sea birds and other Hawaiian animals. If you're lucky you may see a rare Monk seal or two sleeping on the beach. Take a walk around to the other side of the island to swim in the Queens bath. Feel free to stay longer than 45 minutes. You will have a few hours you can spend kayaking, exploring the island and hanging out on the beach.
Stop 5

one hour

Kayak back to Kailua Beach across the bay where you will once again have the opportunity to see an abundance of Hawaiian sea animals. Use any extra time Kayaking in the bay or enjoy a stop at Popoia Island.
Kailua Beach Park

20 min

Land on the beach and feel a sense of accomplishment from your kayaking journey. Feel free to use any extra time enjoying the beach. At the end of your tour load the gear onto your vehicle to transport back to the shop.
Stop 7

30 min

Arrive back at the storefront to enjoy some authentic tacos with freshly made salsa and a water or Hawaiian Sun juice followed up with some shave ice.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Next to Enterprise Rent-A-Car there is a blue building with an Active Oahu sign. One the our guides wearing an Active Oahu T-Shirt will be there to meet you at the activity hub where you can check in.

End point

Next to Enterprise Rent-A-Car there is a blue building with an Active Oahu sign. One the our guides wearing an Active Oahu T-Shirt will be there to meet you at the activity hub where you can check in.