Explore Waikiki's Gold Coast
Outrigger canoe surfing is one of Waikīkī’s oldest ocean traditions, and one of its best-kept secrets. You’ll paddle a traditional Hawaiian canoe out to the legendary surf breaks off Kaimana Beach, then ride the same waves surfers do, guided every stroke of the way by a local captain.
No experience necessary. Just you, the crew, and the open water, with Diamond Head on the horizon and honu gliding below.
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COMMUNITY
As a kanaka-owned local business, we take pride in fostering meaningful connections with our guests while honoring our community. We actively support local initiatives, promote Hawaiian cultural awareness, and strive to give back through every tour we offer.
SAFETY
Your safety comes first. Our captains are experienced, lifeguard-trained watermen who read the ocean daily and brief every guest before launch. Whether it’s your first time on the water or your hundredth, you’re in expert hands.
TRADITION
At Kapua Waʻa Experiences, we honor the rich cultural traditions of Hawaiʻi by sharing the wisdom and practices passed down through generations. Our canoe tours offer guests a deeper connection to the island’s heritage, and celebrating the legacy of our ancestors.
join us on the water
OUTRIGGER CANOE TOUR
1 hr
From $175
Solo or with someone special along Waikīkī's Gold Coast.
Whether it's just the two of you, a full crew, or a quiet paddle to remember someone, every tour is private, hands-on, and led by a local captain who knows these waters by heart.
IN REMEMBRANCE OF YOUR LOVED ONES
1 hr
$350
Honor the life of your loved one with a private paddle out or burial at sea.
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about kapua waʻa experiences
Kapua Waʻa Experiences was founded by Kekoa Kekumano, a Native Hawaiian waterman born and raised on Oʻahu, to carry on the traditions of the Waikīkī Beach Boys. As a small, kanaka-owned business, we share the mana (spirit) of this place with every guest — through the stories, the history, and the simple joy of being out on the water where it all began.
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The vibes were thrilling and fun.
Owner Kekoa Kekumano was our guide and we don’t have enough positive things to say about our experience. The vibes were thrilling and fun. We took both our kids, 4 and 7 with us and Kekoa played Disney songs over his Bluetooth Speaker to make them both comfy and also have a once in a lifetime experience. We rode multiple waves 🌊 and felt safe the entire time. The current and wind that day were such that we stayed closer to shore but it didn’t detract from the experience it enhanced it. Thank you for a once in a lifetime experience!
Max Carlson, california, usa
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![Aloha Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi!!
KA UNUHI [translation]:
- What sport is this?
- This is canoe surfing; an ancient pastime still celebrated each and every day in Waikiki
- According to John Papa ʻĪʻī: about canoe surfing. There sre many ways to show skill in canoe surfing. The king [Kamehameha I] was especially noted for it, and so was his pupil, Gideon Laʻanui. They were often seen together gliding on on the surf outside of Haleumiumiiole at Kawaihae and at Kapuni [Waikiki]…They would ape waves to go by until they saw the one they wished to glide on, then ride it to the spot where they chose to land. There are waves of selecting waves which will go all the way to the show, and the king and his pupil were unusually skillful at this. Such things were actually taught. [John Papa ʻĪʻī]
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