Kayaking on the Big Island: prices, length and what is included
Prices and details checked on October 21, 2026How we compare tours
The Kayak Rental starts at $40. If you want a guide, the tours below cover different lengths and meeting points, so start with where you are staying.
What should you know about kayaking on the Big Island?
The Kayak Rental starts at $40. If you want a guide, the tours below cover different lengths and meeting points, so start with where you are staying.
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How do you choose between them?
If you are staying on the Kona side, the Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay tour is based in Captain Cook on the Kona Coast. If you are staying in Hilo or near it, the Hilo Ocean Adventures tours are the practical pick.
| Tour | Operator | Price from | Length | Minimum age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay | Adventures in Paradise | $79.95 per person | 3 hours | 10 and older |
| Kayak - Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Adventure | Hilo Ocean Adventures | $99 per person | 1 hour | 8 and older |
| Kayak - Hilo Bay & Coconut Island Adventure | Hilo Ocean Adventures | $119 per person | 2 hours | 8 and older |
| Kayak - Myths & Legends Waterfall Adventure | Hilo Ocean Adventures | $149 per person | - | 12 and older |
Time is the next filter. Choose the Kayak - Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Adventure for a short paddle, since it runs 1 hour. For a longer outing on the Kona side, the snorkel trip takes more of your morning. Choose the 3-hour snorkel trip if you can give a full morning.
Kayak - Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Adventure
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If you already know what you want to do and only need the boat, choose the Kayak Rental.
How much does it cost, and what is included?
The Kayak - Hilo Bay & Coconut Island Adventure costs $119 per person, and its listed inclusions match those of the Kayak - Myths & Legends Waterfall Adventure. Because the inclusions match, the higher price on the Myths & Legends tour does not buy extra gear, so compare the route and length before you pay more.
Kayak - Hilo Bay & Coconut Island Adventure
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Kayak - Myths & Legends Waterfall Adventure
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The Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay lists only bottled water and snacks.
What should you expect: how long it lasts and where it starts?
The Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay has check-in at 9:30 AM and departs at 10 AM. Plan to arrive by 9:30 AM for check-in.
The Kayak - Hilo Bay & Coconut Island Adventure runs 2 hours and meets at 1717 Kamehameha Ave. Hilo, HI 96720. Kayak - Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Adventure from Hilo Ocean Adventures does not offer pickup, so plan your own way to the meeting point.
Bring a rash guard and a dry layer for the snorkel trip.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
The Kayak - Hilo Bay & Coconut Island Adventure and the Kayak - Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Adventure both require guests to be 8 or older. The Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay requires 10 years. The Kayak - Myths & Legends Waterfall Adventure requires 12 years. Pick a tour whose minimum age your children meet, such as the 8-and-older options above.
Both the Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay and the Kayak - Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Adventure depend on weather. For a 2-hour paddle that is shorter than the morning snorkel, choose the Kayak - Hilo Bay & Coconut Island Adventure.
What are the tours to book?
- Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay, run by Adventures in Paradise: from $79.95 per person, 3 hours, based in Captain Cook. Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay from Adventures in Paradise suits Kona-side visitors who want to snorkel.
- Kayak - Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Adventure, run by Hilo Ocean Adventures: from $99 per person, 1 hour. Children 8 and older can join.
- Kayak Rental, run by Hilo Ocean Adventures: from $40, with life vests and maps. It suits paddlers who only need the boat.
How do booking, cancellation and weather work?
The Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay is non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled.
Check the weather before you go, since two tours depend on it.
Frequently asked questions
How much does kayaking on the Big Island Hawaii cost?
The Kayak Rental starts at $40.
How long does kayaking on the Big Island Hawaii take?
The Kayak - Wailoa River to King Kamehameha Statue Adventure takes 1 hour, and the Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay takes 3 hours.
What is included with kayaking on the Big Island Hawaii?
The Kayak - Hilo Bay & Coconut Island Adventure includes a kayak, paddle, life jacket, professional local guide, bottled water and light snacks, and all safety gear and instruction.
Where does kayaking on the Big Island Hawaii start?
The Deluxe Morning Kayak & Snorkel Kealakekua Bay meets at Napoopoo Pier, Kealakekua Bay.
