Canoe surfing · Waikīkī
Kapua Waʻa Experiences
Private outrigger canoe surfing tours.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Launch
- Kaimana Beach
- Tours run
- Monday to Friday
- Starting price
- From $175
- Group size
- Private · 1 to 4+ guests
The experience
Waikīkī Beach Boy tradition
“You paddle, you catch the wave, and you leave knowing a little more about this place.”
Private outrigger canoe surfing tours. Each tour is one hour, hands-on, and led by experienced local captains. Guests paddle and surf the Waikīkī breaks at Tongs, Old Mans, and Baby Castles, with Diamond Head in view and sea turtles showing up often. No surfing or paddling experience needed.
Every tour is private, so it’s just your group and our captains in the canoe.
We launch from Kaimana Beach, on Waikīkī’s Gold Coast. We run tours Monday through Friday.
Good for
- Kids ages 8+
- Beginners
- Families
- Groups
- Private tours
Meet the crew
Kekoa Kekumano
Founder
A Native Hawaiian born and raised on Oʻahu, Kekoa grew up swimming, surfing and paddling. He started working as a Waikīkī beach boy at 16 and graduated from Kamehameha Schools. He went on to teach surfing and serve as a City and County of Honolulu lifeguard. He brings over a decade on the water to the canoe tours he founded.
“We’re a small kanaka-owned business carrying on the Waikīkī Beach Boy tradition, and we share the ocean the way it was shared with us.”
Tours
Outrigger canoe tours
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From the water
Waikīkī’s Gold Coast
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Follow the crew on Instagram
@kapuawaaexperiences
Follow on Instagram Guest reviews
“This was one of the best ocean experiences I’ve ever had in Hawaii.”
“It’s such a personal and intimate tour with history and great wave riding.”
Before you paddle
Frequently asked questions
Where do we meet?
Meet at Kaimana Beach, 2863 Kalākaua Ave. Arrive at least 15 minutes early for the safety briefing. FAQ ↗ · Policies ↗
What should I bring?
Wear a swimsuit and bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a towel. The tour gets wet, so keep your phone in a waterproof case or pouch. Source ↗
What is the minimum age?
Children must be at least 8 and accompanied by an adult. All participants must weigh under 230 lbs, be in good physical health and have basic mobility. FAQ ↗ · Policies ↗
Do I need to know how to swim?
Yes. Guests must be able to swim. Source ↗
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel at least 48 hours before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations less than 48 hours ahead are nonrefundable. Weather or unsafe seas may lead to rescheduling or cancellation. Source ↗
Meeting point
Kaimana Beach
2863 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu
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