Water Sports Equipment Rentals on the Big Island

The Big Island's calm western coastline and warm year-round waters are perfect for self-guided water sports adventures, and local rental shops make it easy to get on the water with quality equipment at reasonable rates. From sea kayaks and stand-up paddleboards to surfboards and bodyboards, rentals are available by the hour, day, or week.

Sea kayak rentals — both single and tandem — open up the coastline for independent exploration. Paddle to secluded bays, snorkel remote reefs, and watch for dolphins and sea turtles at your own pace. Some shops offer kayak delivery to specific launch points, including Kealakekua Bay and other popular paddling destinations.

Stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rentals include stable all-around boards for beginners and performance boards for experienced paddlers. SUP is one of the easiest water sports to learn, and the Big Island's calm morning waters provide ideal conditions for a peaceful paddle along the coast.

Surfboard rentals range from foam soft-tops for beginners to fiberglass shortboards and longboards for experienced surfers. Bodyboards, skim boards, and snorkel gear round out the water sports equipment available for rent throughout the Kona and Kohala coast areas.