EWA BEACH WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Floating Cabanas on Wai Kai Lagoon: AquaBanas at Ewa Beach
Reserve a floating cabana — available as communal or private rentals — to unwind on Wai Kai Lagoon with seating, shade, and lagoon-side refreshments.
Floating Cabanas on Wai Kai Lagoon: AquaBanas at Ewa Beach.
AquaBanas are floating cabanas tethered to the dock at Wai Kai Lagoon in Ewa Beach, offering a mellow, lagoon-side way to spend a half- or full-day on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A floating cabana, tied to the dock
AquaBanas are purpose-built floating cabanas connected to the dock, designed for lounging in comfort on the lagoon with ample seating and shade.
Serene lagoon views and on-site refreshment options
The cabanas sit on Wai Kai Lagoon, where guests can relax with panoramic lagoon views and purchase food and beverage from Wai Kai establishments to enjoy on privately rented Aquabanas.
Communal options and simple rules
There is one communal AquaBana available to guests using Lagoon Rentals or Paddle Pass activities; operators ask that guests follow lagoon rules around food, trash and decorations.
What the day feels like
How the AquaBana experience unfolds
Reserve either a 4-hour or 8.5-hour rental (or join lagoon activities that use the communal AquaBana), arrive to check in ahead of your start time, then step onto a dock-attached cabana where seating, shade and lagoon vistas set the tone for a relaxed day on the water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most out of an AquaBana session — and who should plan around the rules.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered in 4-hour or 8.5-hour blocks.
Bring ID and your booking confirmation, a bathing suit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen and a refillable water bottle.
Check in at the operator location; plan to arrive about 30 minutes before your start time to complete check-in procedures.
Food and beverage purchased from Wai Kai establishments is allowed on privately rented Aquabanas; no outside food or beverage, no alcohol or personal coolers, and do not feed fish or birds. Collect trash in the provided mesh bag and avoid one-time decorations such as balloons or confetti.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are AquaBana rentals?
Rentals are available for 4 hours or 8.5 hours.
Where do I check in?
Check in at the operator meeting location; arrive about 30 minutes before your activity start time.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
No — outside food and beverage are not allowed. Food and beverage purchased from a Wai Kai establishment may be brought onto privately rented Aquabanas; no alcohol or personal coolers are permitted.
What should I bring with me?
Bring a valid ID and your booking confirmation, a bathing suit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen and a refillable water bottle.
Who can I contact with other questions?
For more information call 808-515-7873 (ext. 2) or visit https://www.waikai.com/faqs.
Is there a communal AquaBana?
Yes — there is one communal AquaBana available for guests with Lagoon Rentals or Paddle Pass activities.