Canoe Charter from Waikiki Beach Services runs 1 hour and costs from $400 for the group. Waikiki Beach Services is based in Waikiki.
What should you know about outrigger canoe surfing in Waikiki?
Canoe Charter from Waikiki Beach Services includes the canoe and paddles and guidance from certified canoe captains.
If you want to learn to ride waves on a board instead, the Waikiki Surfing School Group Lessons are a different option.
How do you choose between the options?
Start with the group size, because the Canoe Charter is priced for the group, not per person. Count how many people you bring, then compare the group price with what you would pay for board lessons.
| Tour | Operator | Price from | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Lessons | Waikiki Surfing School | $89 per person | - |
| Advanced Lesson with a Longboard Champion | Waikiki Surfing School | $250 per person | 2 hours |
| Canoe Charter | Waikiki Beach Services | $400 for the group | 1 hour |
For a guided trip on the water rather than a board lesson, look at the Canoe Charter first.
If cost per person matters most and you want to learn on a board, the Waikiki Surfing School Group Lessons start at $89 per person.
How much does it cost, and what is included?
Set the group total against the per-person lesson price so you compare the same party.
The Waikiki Surfing School Group Lessons cost from $89 per person, and the price includes reef shoes and a rash guard.
How long does the trip last, and where does it start?
The Canoe Charter lasts 1 hour. Canoe Charter from Waikiki Beach Services meets at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, 2259 Kalākaua Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815. Plan to arrive a little early to find the meeting point.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
The Canoe Charter has a minimum age of 5, so children under 5 cannot join. If your group includes children under 5, skip the canoe and choose a different outing.
The canoe suits groups who want a guided trip on the water. Anyone who wants to learn to ride waves on a board should look at the Waikiki Surfing School Group Lessons.
Which tour fits your group?
The Canoe Charter from Waikiki Beach Services is the canoe option on this page.
How do booking, cancellation and weather work?
For the Canoe Charter, submit your cancellation request 48 hours before the trip to get a refund.
For the Waikiki Surfing School's Advanced Lesson with a Longboard Champion, the operator gives a full refund or credit with 24 hours' notice of cancellation.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Canoe Charter start?
The Canoe Charter starts at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel.
How long does outrigger canoe surfing in Waikiki take?
The Canoe Charter takes 1 hour. Plan for the full hour plus time to reach the Royal Hawaiian Hotel meeting point.
