Rainforest Standup Paddleboard Self-Guided Tour

This self-guided standup paddleboard tour takes place on the Windward Coast of Oahu, putting participants on a river that winds through a rainforest valley surrounded by mountains. The experience starts with a meet-up at Keneke's Grill at Punaluu on Kamehameha Highway, where a driver arrives with the equipment. From there, it is a short drive to Ahupuaa O Kahana State Park, where paddlers carry the boards to a grassy launch area at the river's edge.

The valley includes hiking trails and rope swings beyond the water itself, so there is room to explore on foot as well. The tour is rated moderate in difficulty and requires a basic ability to swim. Participants should come prepared with a swimsuit and sunscreen. Boards are loaned with pads and straps for transport, and guests should take care not to drag the boards on pavement or put weight on them while on land.

Because drivers sometimes arrive in personal vehicles, anyone waiting at the meeting point should watch for a car or truck carrying standup paddle boards.