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Hawaiian Watersports

by | Jan 25, 2018 | Action, Bike, Oahu, Oahu Tour Operator, Water Sports

Pa’ani Wai Hawai’i teaches safe practices and techniques for recreational ocean users who want to learn to kayak, kiteboard, stand up paddle, surf, windsurf, bodyboard, skimboard, free dive and snorkel. We also teach, promote and practice stewardship and conservation of our shared beaches, ocean and islets everyday.

Address

171 Hamakua Dr., Kailua, HI


Hours of Operation

Monday: 9:00am–5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am–5:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am–5:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am–5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am–5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am–5:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am–5:00pm

Learn to Kiteboard

Kiteboarding lessons will give you the skills necessary to ride the board. With more power and more control it will become easy to stay up on the board. Some more fine tuning and edging will keep you upwind and back to the beach where you began. Your first Kitesurfing lesson will teach you how to control the kite though different points of sail, including using a harness, and body dragging in the water. Safety is our priority. Display price is for one 1.5 hour private lesson for one person. Max 2 participants per lesson; lessons can last from 1.5 to 6 hours. Daily at 8am, 11am, 2pm

 2 max
 1.5–6 hours

What’s Included:

– In the first part of this lesson, you will learn about safety and wind theory
– You will be taken though the steps of equipment set-up, launching, and landing
– Then you will go through the steps of piloting a 4-line modern kite and body dragging in the water
– Finally, upon mastering these skills, you will be ready to move to the next step, getting up on the board and riding
– Only the latest new equipment is provided from solid brands like Cabrinha, Slingshot and Liquid force
– Helmets and lifejackets are required by IKO standards and insurance

Learn to Stand Up Paddle

Our SUP lessons are a great way to get a workout and/or take a tour of Kailua Bay or Waikiki. Our advanced lessons are geared toward skills like tail turning and wave riding. Stand up paddling makes it easier to surf small waves on flat days. Display price is for one 1.5 hour private lesson for one person. Max 4 participants per lesson. Lessons can last from 1.5 to 3 hours. Daily at 2pm

 4 max
 1.5–3 hours

What’s Included:

– Learn to SUP at Kailua Bay or Waikiki
– Our experienced instructors will give you your first SUP lesson at Kailua Beach or the Diamond Head
– All our instructors are experienced, insured Professionals with lifeguard, first aid and CPR certifications

Learn to Surf

We specialize in surfing local surf breaks close to Diamond Head and away from the crowds in Waikiki. Our surf lessons emphasize safety and explain conditions, the art of catching waves, how to stand and ride waves. You are guaranteed to ride waves. Display price is for one 1.5 hour private lesson for one person. Max 4 participants per lesson. Lessons can last from 1.5 to 3 hours. Daily at 2pm

 4 max
 1.5–3 hours

What’s Included:

– Surf boards and rashguards are included
– Our instructors are CPR, first aid, and life guard certified fully insured and permitted by the city and state since 1998
– Online bookings must be 24 hours in advance to receive discount

Learn to Windsurf

Learn to windsurf with the most patient and skilled instructors. Our staff of Lifeguard certified windsurfers have the knowledge and teaching experience to help you learn any skill from uphauling to looping. Display price is for one 1.5 hour private lesson for one person. Max 4 participants per lesson. Lessons can last from 1.5 to 3 hours. Daily at 2pm

 4 max
 1.5–3 hours

What’s Included:

– We start at entry level; no experience needed
– You must be able to swim
– All equipment is provided
– Learn to windsurf with the most patient and skilled instructors
– Our new super stable boards and lightweight rigs will make it easy for the ultimate beginner windsurfer
– Our location in Kailua has calm waters and steady winds to make your first time smooth sailing

Guided Kayak Tour

Come relax and enjoy a day of kayaking in beautiful Kailua Bay with our fun, lifeguard certified guides. Kailua and Lanikai Beaches are rated the best beaches in the world, and are excellent destinations for kayaking and snorkeling. Display price is for one 1.5 hour private guided tour for one person. Max 4 participants per tour. Tour can last from 1.5 to 3 hours. Daily at 2pm

 4 max
 1.5–3 hours

What’s Included:

– Experience the sparkling waters, colorful marine life, and stunning views of Kailua or Kaneohe Bay
– See the Koolau mountains in the distance
– Take a paddle up the coast of Lanikai
– Head out to the Mokulua Islands or Flat Island to make your kayaking tour here a memorable experience
– Check out Chinamans Hat for an unforgetable experience
– We offer both single and/or double kayaks that included storage hatches- backrests- dry bag and required life jackets
– We use only quality kayaks by “Feel Free” that are self-bailing- lightweight and very easy to handle

Go Kiteboarding - Rental Only

Rentals only. We offer Cabrinha, Slingshot, Best, Liquid Force, Underground, Surftech, Firewire and NSP board rentals in all shapes and sizes. Twin tip and surf boards available for rent. Availability first come first serve Book online in advance to get online discount. Bookings must be 24 hours in advance to receive discount.

 10 max

What’s Included:

– 1 Day (9:00am–4:30pm) retail $29… online only $24
– 24 hour $35… online only $30
– 4 Days retail $80… online only$75
– 7 Days retail $105… online $100
– Slingshot carbon Lift Hydrofoil board rental $250/day… online only $200/day

Online bookings must be 24 hours in advance to receive discount.

Go Paddleboarding - Rental Only

Rentals only. We offer the widest range of stand-up board rentals from NSP, Starboard, Imagine, Surftech, Focus, and Blue Planet. The board sizes range from 7 ft to 14 ft, for every body type and skill level. SUP rentals can be picked up our shop at 9:00am and must be returned by 4:30pm. You will need a vehicle to transport equipment and may need to rent roof racks if necessary

 12 max

What’s Included:

– Full Day (9:00am–4:30pm) $59 …online only $29
• 24hr Day Retail $79… online only $49
• 4 Days retail $149… online only $119
• 7 Days retail $189… online only $159
• Premium 24 hr Day… $199 $169 online only
• Roof Rack rental $10

Online bookings must be 24 hours in advance to receive discount.

Go Surfing - Rental Only

Rentals only. We have the largest selection of rental boards from NSP and South Point epoxy boards. All models are available to try before you buy to make sure you have the right board for you. Surf rentals can be picked up our shop at 9:00am and must be returned by 4:30pm. You will need a vehicle to transport equipment and may need to rent roof racks if necessary

 20 max

What’s Included:

High Quality performance boards from Surftech, Walden, Hayden are available at additional premium rates.

– 1 Day (9:00am–4:30pm) retail $29… $24.00 online only
– 24 hours retail $35… $30 online only
– 4 Days retail $80… $75.00 online only
– 7 Days retail $105… $100.00 online only
– Premium 1 Day (24 Hours) $59… retail $49.00 online only
• Roof Rack rental $10

Interested in possibly purchasing a surfboard, apply the cost of a one day rental ($25.00) towards the purchase of a new surfboard!

Online bookings must be 24 hours in advance to receive discount.

Go Windsurfing - Rental Only

Rentals only. Enjoy a day of windsurfing with our premium equipment! Windsurf rentals can be picked up our shop at 9:00am and must be returned by 4:30pm. You will need a vehicle to transport equipment and may need to rent roof racks if necessary. No refunds given for wind and weather conditions or long term discounted prices. Customers may use kayaks instead if wind is not optimal.

 6 max

What’s Included:

Beginners Rates
– 1 Day Beginner Rental (9:00am–4:30pm) $79… online only $59
– 4 Day Beginner Renta $199… online only $179
– 7 Day beginner Rental – $299… online only $279
– Add Roof Racks $10

Intermediate – advanced Rates
– 1 Day Advanced Rental (9:00am–4:30pm) $99… online only $79
– 4 Day Advanced Rental $299… online only $279
– 7 Day Advanced Rental $399… online only $379
– Add Roof Racks $10

Intermediate or advanced windsurfers are offered select boards from Starboard, RRD or JP board with sails in more durable range of Hot Sails Maui (Dacron, super freak). This is not Maui. The wind is rarely strong, the gear is not new … but lots of fun can be had with the right attitude!

No refunds given for wind and weather conditions or long term discounted prices. Customers may use kayaks instead if wind is not optimal.

Online bookings must be 24 hours in advance to receive discount.

Go Bodyboarding - Rental Only

Rentals only.


What’s Included:

Book online in advance to get online discount

Go catch some waves and play around in the surf…

$15 for 1 day. online $10
$45 for 4 days online $40
$65 for 7 days online $60

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Go Bodyboarding - Rental Only

Rentals only.


What’s Included:

Book online in advance to get online discount

Go catch some waves and play around in the surf…

$15 for 1 day. online $10
$45 for 4 days online $40
$65 for 7 days online $60

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Go Snorkeling - Rental Only

Rentals only.


What’s Included:

Book online in advance to get online discount

Go catch some waves and play around in the surf…

$15 for 1 day. online $10
$45 for 4 days online $40
$65 for 7 days online $60

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Go Snorkeling - Rental Only

Rentals only.


What’s Included:

Book online in advance to get online discount

Go catch some waves and play around in the surf…

$15 for 1 day. online $10
$45 for 4 days online $40
$65 for 7 days online $60

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Go Skimboarding - Rental Only

Rentals only.


What’s Included:

Book online in advance to get online discount

Go catch some waves and play around in the surf…

$35 for 1 day. online $30
$85 for 4 days online $75
$105 for 7 days online $100

Bike Rental

Bikes are the best way to capture an up and close experience with the surrounding beauty of Kailua. Enjoy the freedom of being outdoors with the sun on your face and wind in your hair. Our bikes are some of the best on the market- high quality and user friendly for ages 12 & up. Our guests are briefed on safety, given helmets, locks, and a detailed route map showing popular attractions. Explore our town today rolling the whole way!

  • 2 Hour Rentals
    $30
    4 Hour Rentals
    $40