Active Oahu Tours
Windward O'ahu (Kailua)
8.2 ft
6s · N swell
A consistently top-rated (multi-year award-winning) Kailua outfitter offering kayak trips to the Mokulua Islands, often combined with hiking, a swim at the "Queen's Bath," and snorkeling — with regular sightings of sea turtles, Hawaiian monk seals, and sea birds. Reviews specifically praise well-maintained equipment, responsive/communicative staff, and a well-rounded full-day adventure format (one review described an e-bike + kayak + hike + snorkel combo day).
Why Roamwise recommends this
Active Oahu Tours is a multi-year award-winning Kailua outfitter offering a well-rounded kayak, hike, and snorkel adventure to the Mokulua Islands with reliable wildlife sightings — a strong recommendation for active travelers, with guided (rather than self-guided) suggested for less experienced paddlers.
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- Hazards / conditions:
- Standard open-ocean kayaking safety; Kailua Bay/Mokulua crossing conditions can vary — guided or self-guided format choice matters for less experienced paddlers.
- Safety notes:
- Less experienced paddlers should consider the guided option over self-guided, given open-water crossing conditions to the islands.
Reviews: Google MapsYelp
Local tips
- •The e-bike + kayak combo is a distinctive full-day option worth highlighting for active travelers wanting to see more of Kailua in one day (pricing not published — call to confirm).
- •Multi-year award-winning status (TripAdvisor 2015–2024, Yelp 2025) is a strong, verifiable trust signal.
- •The guided option ($239, ages 13+) is worth choosing if you're a less experienced paddler, since the route crosses open water to the islands.
- •the self-guided option ($72–82) is confirmed cheaper and includes a children's rate (8–12).
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