KAHUKU KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
Paddle Laie Bay to a Secret Island: Two Hours of Kayaking and Snorkel Encounters in Kahuku
A two-hour guided kayak tour in Laie Bay operated by Mike's Surf School that visits a hidden islet called Goatisland with opportunities to snorkel and encounter Hawaiian sea turtles and monk seals.
Paddle Laie Bay to a Secret Island: Two Hours of Kayaking and Snorkel Encounters in Kahuku.
Embark on a compact, coastal outing: a guided, two-hour kayak tour that crosses the calm water of Laie Bay and takes you out to a secret islet, Goatisland. Guides lead small groups through the bay, with stops for snorkeling (bring your own gear) and chances to encounter green sea turtles (HONU) and the Hawaiian monk seal.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Laie Bay to Goatisland
Within the two-hour window the guide explores the north-shore waters of Laie Bay and leads paddlers out to a secret island known locally as Goatisland, giving a compact but scenic coastal route.
Possible Encounters with HONU and Monk Seals
Snorkel and paddle opportunities include the possibility of bumping into the world-famous HONU (Hawaiian sea turtle) and, on rare occasions, the endangered Hawaiian monk seal—wildlife sightings that elevate the short tour.
Snorkel the Island Bay
The guide will show you the sheltered bay on the island where participants who bring snorkel gear can slip beneath the surface to explore reefs and marine life.
What the day feels like
What the Two-Hour Tour Feels Like
The trip is a compact coastal expedition: you meet your guide, set out across Laie Bay in provided single or double kayaks, paddle to a nearby secret island, and spend time snorkeling and observing the bay’s marine life before returning to shore—each outing is guided and paced to fit within a two-hour window.
THE ROUTE
Laie Bay to Goatisland
Within the two-hour window the guide explores the north-shore waters of Laie Bay and leads paddlers out to a secret island known locally as Goatisland, giving a compact but scenic coastal route.
WILDLIFE
Possible Encounters with HONU and Monk Seals
Snorkel and paddle opportunities include the possibility of bumping into the world-famous HONU (Hawaiian sea turtle) and, on rare occasions, the endangered Hawaiian monk seal—wildlife sightings that elevate the short tour.
SNORKELING
Snorkel the Island Bay
The guide will show you the sheltered bay on the island where participants who bring snorkel gear can slip beneath the surface to explore reefs and marine life.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits best, given operator limits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a towel, drinking water, and sunscreen; if you want to snorkel, bring your own snorkel gear. The operator provides each participant with a kayak and a paddle.
Tours run two hours; available every day with departures listed at 10:00–12:00 and 14:00–16:00. Arrive 15 minutes prior at the activities hut by the pool at the Courtyard Marriott in Laie.
Single-seat kayaks are priced at $150 and double-seat kayaks at $300; each tour is limited to six people.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the kayak tour?
All kayak tours are two hours long.
Where and when do we meet?
Meet 15 minutes prior to the scheduled tour time at the activities hut (kiosk) outside by the pool at the Courtyard Marriott in Laie (55-400 Kamehameha Highway, Laie, Hawaii). Tours run daily at 10–12 am and 2–4 pm.
What is included in the tour price?
The operator provides each participant with a kayak and a paddle.
Do you provide snorkel gear?
Snorkel gear is not provided—if you want to snorkel around the island bay, please bring your own snorkel equipment.
How many people are allowed per tour?
Each tour has a maximum of six people.
What are the rates for single and double kayaks?
Single-seat kayaks cost $150; double-seat kayaks cost $300.