Price from:
6 USD
Duration
4 Hours
About the Chinaman's Hat Kayak Rental
Head out on a kayak adventure to Mokoli'i, Chinaman's hat, for some great paddling and amazing views. For this 4-hour or full-day experience, you'll be able to go at your own pace and have plenty of time to explore. We will be meeting you at our storefront in Kailua and will help you get the kayaks loaded onto your vehicle. We will provide all the gear you need, give you a quick demo, a safety talk, and then let you explore. Kualoa Regional Park is 30 minutes from our shop. Feel free to ask the local guide any questions before heading out with your kayak rental.
The paddle to Mokoli'i is generally very mild with a constant breeze towards the shore. Conditions are best in the mornings. It's good for beginners, but we suggest that you have kayaked in the ocean before or are an experienced paddler.
If you are looking for a real Oahu adventure, this is it. You will paddle through the ocean over a sunken lava plain sheltered by a barrier reef out to the Basalt Islet of Mokoli'i where you can choose to snorkel at the base or hike to the top for a panoramic view of the east side of Oahu. The climb to the top is quite an adventure, while short, there's a more technical climb to get all the way up the last part of the rocky face of the islet.
This experience is recommended for people looking for an adventurous thing to do on the island, but just need the right gear and direction to go. We have everything you need to live your adventure.
Booking Notes
- Wear Sunscreen
- Bring/wear water shoes or athletic shoes if you want to hike around on Chinaman's Hat
- Life Jackets, seatbacks, paddles, and safety equipment are provided
- We also include free 15L drybag rentals that you can use during your paddling excursion.
We will be meeting at our storefront in Kailua and we will help you get your kayaks set, give you a quick demo and safety talk, and let you explore. Our address is 134B Hamakua Dr. Kailua HI, 96734. From there it is a 30-minute drive with the kayak to Kualoa Regional Park. Feel free to ask the local guide any questions before heading out on your kayaking experience.
You can park at the first parking lot on the left as you enter the regional park here:
https://goo.gl/maps/RwNVqA5kL152
We'll meet you back at our storefront at the end of the rental.
Be sure to bring/wear athletic shoes or at least water shoes if you want to hike on the island.
Keep the area beautiful by keeping on the trails, picking up litter, and avoiding stepping on the reef.
The islet is a bird sanctuary, so be mindful of the Sheerwaters that nest in the ground on Mokoli'i
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.
