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Top 15 Stand-Up Paddleboarding on Oahu

31 tours  ·  from $34

The 15 best stand-up paddleboarding on oahu you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.

Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co. - Following the Anahulu River upstream
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Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co.

1.Haleiwa River Paddle Board Rental with Blue Planet Adventure Co.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 215 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Rent a stable stand-up paddleboard or single kayak from Blue Planet Adventure Co. and explore Haleiwa’s Anahulu River at your own pace. Staff members such as Julie, Tyler, Cree, and Max provide launch help and basic instruction. Look for turtles, fish, birds, and a possible trip into Haleiwa Bay.

“So much fun! We were beginners and were given excellent instructions from Julie our guide. She made sure we felt comfortable and secure before launching. The river is beautiful and perfect for paddle boarding. Turtles swam all around us and it was fun watching the fish jumping. There is a rope swing that people swung and jumped into the river from. People watched and cheered as kids and adults showed off! Such a great way to enjoy the quaint little town on the North Shore of Oahu.”

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Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki - How the Two-Hour Lesson Works
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Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

2.Family, Private & Group Standup Paddle Lessons in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $118

Meet at Ohana Surf Project near the Waikiki Beach Marriott for a two-hour lesson tailored to your ability. You’ll receive gear, a safety briefing, beach transport, and coaching from instructors such as Mark, Kai, Kevin, or Tyler. The experience is best suited to first-time surfers and confident beginners.

“My children (age 14 and 13) had a great first surfing experience. The instructor was kind and helpful.”

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Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience - The water is made for beginners
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Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

3.Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle Kayak Water Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Spend about 90 minutes paddling or floating through the Polynesian Cultural Center after dark. Your storyteller-guide shares legends from Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Tahiti, and New Zealand as LED-lit boards pass waterfalls and quiet village settings. Stand-up boards are standard; request a kayak ahead.

“So fun. Our tour guys were amazing. One said it was his first time to lead the tour. He fell off his board which made me feel at ease in case I fell. lol. Highly recommend”

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Paddleboard Yoga Class in Honolulu - Meeting at Ala Moana Beach Park
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Paddleboard Yoga Class in Honolulu

4.Paddleboard Yoga Class in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $57

Meet Yoga Floats at Ala Moana Beach Park for a 75-minute paddleboard yoga class in shallow water. Your instructor covers safety, balance, yoga variations, and meditation before leading you through poses and a floating savasana. Groups are capped at 10, and all levels are welcome.

“Amazing experience! Great instructor made my husband and I feel comfortable and confident. We had a great time!!”

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Kahana Bay River to Ocean: Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board Rental - Turning toward Kahana Bay and the ocean
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Kahana Bay River to Ocean: Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

5.Kahana Bay River to Ocean: Kayak and Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Launch from Kahana Adventures’ private dock on the Kahawai Nui River and paddle a calm, narrow waterway toward Kahana Bay. Choose a kayak or SUP, use the provided life jacket, stop at a beach or rope swing, and return to the same dock within roughly three hours.

“My friends and I had the best time kayaking! We alway try to kayak on trips we go on together and this time was one of the bests. Not only was the scenery amazing, but the people that we rented the kayaks from and that helped us get set up were the nicest! (a little tricky to find the entrance, but they called ahead and gave us great directions)”

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GLOW Stand Up Paddle at Twilight - Key points to know before you book
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GLOW Stand Up Paddle at Twilight

6.GLOW Stand Up Paddle at Twilight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Join a private twilight SUP outing at Haleiwa Beach Park with guides such as Kate, Megan, or Michael. You’ll learn on calm water, paddle toward Anahulu Stream, watch your board glow after sunset, and look for turtles, fish, and stars. Equipment, water, and photos are included.

“Dreadie was a fantastic guide- made the whole experience fun and relaxing. Thanks for the pictures! 👌”

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Stand Up Paddle Nature and Turtle tour-Guaranteed to see turtles - The turtle sighting is the real payoff
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Stand Up Paddle Nature and Turtle tour-Guaranteed to see turtles

7.Stand Up Paddle Nature and Turtle tour-Guaranteed to see turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $172

Meet Sea and Board Sports Hawaii in Haleiwa for a beginner-friendly paddleboard lesson and 90-minute trip up the Anahulu Stream. Equipment, a small group, and guaranteed turtle sightings are included, though the water may be murky and you carry your board to the river.

“Paddleboarding this little river was so much fun! We saw a couple of turtles, one swam right past us and another was asleep on the bank. Our guides were awesome and the tour group was small, just the two of us and a family of four. Highly recommend!”

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Night SUP Yoga in Honolulu, Hawaii - A gentle yoga hour under Honolulu’s lights
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Night SUP Yoga in Honolulu, Hawaii

8.Night SUP Yoga in Honolulu, Hawaii

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $74

Meet at Yoga FloatsMagic Island for a 75-minute night class led by a local instructor, with boards, gear, and guidance provided. You’ll learn basic SUP skills, practice gentle yoga above illuminated water, and finish with floating savasana beneath Honolulu’s city lights, moon, and stars.

“Very knowledgeable tuition excellent teacher the right amount of challenge ( balance on the board🤔😜) and calm”

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Group Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour - Learning to stand up before heading out
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Group Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour

9.Group Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Start with a stand up paddle lesson at Haleiwa Beach Park, then paddle across Haleiwa Bay and up Anahulu Stream with certified lifeguards. You may spot green Hawaiian sea turtles, learn about local plants and wildlife, and hear about historic Haleiwa. Tours last about two hours and return to the starting point.

“Our tour guide was awesome. She made us feel at home since we're born on raised on the islands and now visiting from the mainland. Would definitely do it again.”

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Private Stand up Paddle Lesson and Tour (for 1 or more paddlers) - Paddling From Haleiwa Bay Into Anahulu Stream
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Private Stand up Paddle Lesson and Tour (for 1 or more paddlers)

10.Private Stand up Paddle Lesson and Tour (for 1 or more paddlers)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Learn stand-up paddling with Rainbow Watersports on Oahu’s North Shore, then paddle from Haleiwa Bay up Anahulu Stream. Instructors such as Megan, Kate, Heidi, and Ocean work with beginners, families, and private groups. Expect a two-hour outing, photos, bottled water, and possible Hawaiian green sea turtles.

“We got there late and they were great. They helped us get ready for the experience and provided excellent instructions. I would recommend them, great time.”

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Oahu: North Shore Haleiwa Paddleboard River Adventure - Looking for honu near mangroves and springs
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Oahu: North Shore Haleiwa Paddleboard River Adventure

11.North Shore Haleiwa Paddleboard River Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 2 hours · from $34Best value

Paddle from Blue Planet Adventure beside Haleiwa’s Rainbow Bridge, where instructors such as Julie, Luke, and Max help beginners get moving. You’ll explore the calm Anahulu River, look for honu and birds, and may continue toward Haleiwa Bay if conditions and experience allow. Kayaks are also available.

“Beautiful sights on well quality boards 🤙🏻 Mitch was super nice and helpful in getting us situated! 10/10 recommend!”

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Kailua Stand Up Paddle Boarding Lesson - Learning to stand at Kailua Beach Park
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Kailua Stand Up Paddle Boarding Lesson

12.Kailua Stand Up Paddle Boarding Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $110

Spend about five hours learning stand-up paddleboarding in Kailua with a small group of up to eight people. Guides such as Tomo and Riki help first-timers launch, paddle toward Popo’ia Flat Island, enjoy snacks and water, and take photos along the way.

“Stand-up paddleboarding turned out to be much harder than I expected, but my guide, Tomo, was incredibly adaptive and made the whole experience fun and enjoyable. He was patient, adjusted to my skill level, and tailored the experience to my preferences. We paddled out to a small island and enjoyed beautiful views and wildlife along the way, and he also shared lots of interesting stories and local insights about Kailua. It was a fun first-time paddleboarding experience, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone thinking about giving it a try.”

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Oahu Snorkeling with Turtles, Water Scooter, Paddleboard - Snorkeling with turtles and fish
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Oahu Snorkeling with Turtles, Water Scooter, Paddleboard

13.Oahu Snorkeling with Turtles, Water Scooter, Paddleboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 2 hours · from $120

Join a multilingual guide for a catamaran trip from Waikiki to Turtle Canyon. You’ll snorkel with green sea turtles, try an electric water scooter and paddleboard, then warm up with musubi, cup noodles, snacks, and drinks. English, Japanese, and Korean support is available.

“The experience all in all was great. The driver and guide were professional and provided great service. The scooter was not powerful at all and made the snorkeling harder to do. Fins were also so big, it weighed you down even more. There was only about 20 minutes of snorkeling time with the scooter which was disappointing. There were also no GoPro's available during our 3xcursion which meant no pictures for the family. I would do it again but with another company who could offer better equipment.”

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North Shore Farm: Anahulu River, Kayak-Sup, Turtles, Lunch & More - Lunch choices that make the stop worthwhile
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North Shore Farm: Anahulu River, Kayak-Sup, Turtles, Lunch & More

14.North Shore Farm: Anahulu River, Kayak-Sup, Turtles, Lunch & More

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $80

At Tsue’s Farm on Oahu’s North Shore, choose a kayak or stand-up paddleboard, follow the Anahulu River toward the ocean, and watch for Hawaiian green sea turtles. Afterward, enjoy shrimp, chicken, kalua pig, or a vegetarian lunch, then explore the farm at your own pace.

“Event was so fun and I loved the employees. They were so genuine and knowledgeable about the trip. Made kayaking super fun. They even attended us earlier than our start time which was lovely since we were able to do their things around the area. There’s small games for children like connect 4. Overall, I loved everything and would come back!”

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North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson - The first few minutes on the board
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North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson

15.North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80

Spend two hours learning SUP with North Shore Surf Girls on the calm Anahulu River near Haleiwa. Instructors such as Aimee and Charlotte help beginners find their balance, then guide you upstream toward mountain views and frequent turtle sightings.

“We had a lovely experience. The river was gorgeous and our guide, Carol, the founder of north shore surf girls, was super sweet and great to spend the morning with. We had an amazing time just leisurely paddling up the river and enjoying the late morning breeze. Also saw a bunch of sea turtles! Would absolutely do it again and recommend to friends and family.”

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★ 5.0Family Stand Up Paddle Lesson with Waikiki Courtesy ShuttleFrom $573 reviews
★ 4.5Stand Up Paddle Open Group Lesson with Waikiki Courtesy ShuttleFrom $576 reviews
★ 5.0Stand-Up Paddle Yoga on the North Shore of OahuFrom $653 reviews
★ 3.0Stand-Up Paddle Yoga6 reviews
★ 5.0Semi-Private Stand Up Paddle Lesson with Waikiki Courtesy ShuttleFrom $1294 reviews
★ 5.0Night SUP Yoga and Fireworks at Magic IslandFrom $854 reviews
★ 5.0Surf or Kayak or Standup Paddle board in Lanikai, Kailua, OahuFrom $743 reviews
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★ 5.0SUP (Standup Paddleboard) Yoga ClassFrom $535 reviews

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