Always wanted to try surfing, kayaking or SUP? Now is the time. We have great instructors and rental shops right in Hanalei. Here are some tried and true companies.
Hanalei Surf Company
You`ll find a great selection of rental equipment, from snorkels to surfboards, at Hanalei Surf Company. Cute surf clothes and Hanalei logo ware too. Their friendly staff is always on hand to suggest the best beaches for your water-sport excursion.
Suzanne Kobayashi’s friend Charlie Cowden started this company back in the early 80’s. It has been around Hanalei longer than any other surf company. You can therefore be assured that they know their stuff.
Location: 5-5161 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, Kauai, HI 96714
Phone: 808.826.9000
Pedal N Paddle
Friendly staff, affordable rentals and an awesome location! Pedal N Paddle is a one-stop rental shop with camping, biking, snorkeling, kayaking and also paddle-boarding gear for your next Hanalei adventure.
Location: 5-5190 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, Kauai, HI 96714
Phone: 808.826.9069
Kayak Kauai
Kayak Kauai has cool set up in Hanalei. They have a little canal that runs from their shop to the Hanalei River so it`s easy to get on the water straight from the shop. They offer guided tours throughout the garden island. In addition, they offer hiking, SUP and camping gear and guides!
Location: 3-5971 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, Kauai HI 96746
Phone: 808.826.9844
Titus Kinimaka`s Surf School in Hanalei
This surf school is run by Titus and family. Titus was born and raised in Kauai’s North Shore. He grew up surfing Hanalei and where ever the waves were happening. He is also famous in the surfing community as an excellent water-man and good musician. His children grew up in the waves, are skilled surfers as well.
Location: Hanalei
Phone: (808) 652-1116