Ride a stand-up paddleboard down a sheltered river during a 2-hour lesson on Oahu’s scenic North Shore. Choose a small-group, semi-private or private lesson, then paddle alongside your instructor as you practice balancing, steering and maneuvering your board. Take your first paddle, or improve your skills with tips from your skilled instructors, then watch for bright fish and sea turtles as you explore a tranquil cove and enjoy this traditional Hawaiian water sport.’
- 2-hour SUP lesson on Oahu’s North Shore
- Learn to balance on a stand-up paddleboard from an experienced instructor
- Glide around the glassy, beginner-friendly waters of the Anahulu River
- Keep an eye out for sea turtles and other marine life
- Choose a small-group, semi-private or private family lesson, limited to two to four students per instructor
What To Expect
We start at the mouth of the Anahulu river near Haleiwa Harbor and travel upstream. The Anahulu River feeds into Waialua Bay from the Koolau Range, and the mix of fresh and saltwater creates brackish hues know for its solitude and frequent turtle sightings. The river’s current is so slight that it makes for a nearly effortless outing. A journey to the river’s end takes about 60 minutes, where turns into a tranquil mountain stream. There, paddlers can turn right back around and follow the gentle current back to Waialua Bay. In the Bay, students who want to can try riding the small waves that are usually breaking over a safe sand bar.
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Minimum age is 8 years for the small-group lesson
Not wheelchair accessible
It is recommended that you bring sunglasses with a strap, a hat or other sun protection, and wear a swimsuit or clothing that you don’t mind getting wet
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Include
Use of equipment (stand-up paddleboard, paddle, surf shirt)
Experienced SUP instructor
Exclude
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Max group – 9
