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Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Self-Guided Kayak Experience
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Overview
4 Hours or All Day • Ocean Kayak
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation Summary: 48 hour cancelation
Meeting Point: 134b Hamakua Dr, Kailua, HI 96734
Group Size: Maximum 14 people
Description: Imagine gliding over crystal-clear water so transparent you can see the vibrant reef and sea life just beneath the surface. With breathtaking views of the majestic Ko’olau mountains and rare experience of standing in the middle of the ocean, the Kaneohe Sandbar Self-Guided Kayak Adventure is an experience you’ll treasure forever. Kayaking to the Kaneohe Sandbar is one of our most popular bookings given its incredible snorkel opportunities, stunning scenery all around, and one-of-a-kind sandbar experience.
Itinerary: You’ll begin by making the scenic 25 minute drive to the He’eia Kea Boat Harbor where you will find convenient parking and restrooms. When you are ready to begin your adventure, you’ll carry the kayaks over to the designated kayak launch location to the left of the parking lot. For your safety, it is important to launch from this location instead of the docks, which are reserved for larger boats. From the launch spot you can paddle at your own pace and explore the area on the way to the sandbar. We recommend getting out and snorkeling at the different reefs along the way. You’ll paddle southeast for about 45 minutes to reach the sandbar. Whenever you get out of the kayak, make sure to attach your floating rope to the kayak with the clip and wear the other end on your wrist/hand to keep your kayak with you at all times.
When you are ready to head back, simply paddle back to the boat harbor and exit the water at the same place you launched from and head back to our adventure hub in Kailua to drop off your gear. Our adventure guides will be ready to assist you to make the drop off process quick and easy so that you’ll be off on your next adventure in no time. We also have bathrooms and an outdoor shower at our shop that you can use before heading out.
What to Bring: Wear a swimsuit
Bring shoes or hiking sandals for the hike
Be prepared to walk your kayak to the beach
Sunscreen that is safe for the reef
Change of clothes
Leave valuables at home
Special Requirements: Children under 13 will need to book a private trip
Children must ride in a double or 3-seat kayak with one or more parents or guardian (one child per adult)
Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
All Participants must be fit and able to swim with a life vest
Meeting And Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point
Street: 134b Hamakua Dr
City: Kailua
Country: US
Postal Code: 96734
Province: HI
Additional Info
Aloha,
Due to a recent new interpretation of a series of local laws, we can no longer deliver kayaks or any beach gear outside of our store which includes your original location. However, you can conveniently pick up the kayak at the following location:
134 Hamakua Dr. Unit B Kailua, HI 96762
Our 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.
The pickup location is 20 minutes away at He'eia Kea Boat Harbor.
Try the Google Maps link:
[Google Maps He'eia Kea Boat Harbor Link] (https://goo.gl/maps/TqZbsk8diwUfk7Jc6)
Once you pull into the harbor there is plenty of public parking on the left side of each of the left and right arms of the pier.
Before you park, unload the kayak at the launch area marked on the map which is close to the entrance of the harbor across from the restrooms.
Once you have your kayak and parking all set, start your journey to the sandbar.
DO NOT launch kayaks at the boat ramps. That is against the harbor rules.
The prevailing wind direction is primarily towards the shore, so the trip back to the sandbar is usually quicker than the trip out there, but it usually takes about 45 minutes to an hour of paddling in the bay.
When you start your paddle, you'll see the sandbar on the horizon as a long light-brown sliver and usually at least a few boats hanging around on the sandbar's edge, so it should be easy to pinpoint the right way to go. The sandbar is over 3 miles long, so it's hard to miss it.
Have fun and be safe!
For your safety (and in compliance with the law) please refrain from consuming alcoholic beverages while out on the water/sandbar, Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources prohibits alcohol use on holidays and most weekends in and around the Kaneohe Sandbar.
We are working hard on updating our website and making the necessary changes for our guests and we appreciate your patience during this transition. We look forward to providing you with an amazing kayaking experience!
-Team
Active Oahu
Cancellation Policy
Please notify us more than 48 hours in advance for a 100% refund. You may alternately re-schedule your tour for another day.
Cancellations from the operator due to hazardous weather can either reschedule their reservation or get a refund.
Re-scheduled tours cannot receive refunds.
You will be charged the full amount if you cancel within 48 hours of activity start time unless you have purchased cancellation insurance.
