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Paddle Hilo Bay with certified guides to reach hidden waterfall mouths, historic Coconut Island, and shoreline rivers teeming with marine life. This two‑hour guided kayak or paddleboard tour combines local history, geology, and a chance to swim beneath small cascades.
Paddle Hilo Bay with certified guides to reach hidden waterfall mouths, historic Coconut Island, and shoreline rivers teeming with marine life. This two‑hour guided kayak or paddleboard tour combines local history, geology, and a chance to swim beneath small cascades.
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Operated by Kapohokine Adventures · Hilo, Hawaii
Morning light slips across Hilo Bay and the harbor wakes with the low rhythm of paddles cutting glassy water. On a two‑hour guided kayak or SUP tour departing behind KapohoKine Adventures, participants line up on the pier and push into a shoreline where rivers still claim the coastline and waterfalls tumble into the sea.
challenging.
2 hours.
Good aerobic fitness and upper-body endurance recommended; previous paddling experience helpful for comfort in small surf and currents.
No formal experience required, but basic paddling ability and comfort on moving water improve enjoyment; guides provide instruction and safety briefing.
Yes—guides typically offer a supervised dip at calm spots; bring a swimsuit and expect shore or shallow-water exits.
Common sightings include green sea turtles (honu), native seabirds, and seasonal sightings of humpback whales and spinner dolphins offshore.
Guides supply kayaks or SUPs, lifejackets, bottled water, light snacks, and local narration; confirm any special needs at booking.
Moku Ola has long been a local recreation and healing site; Hilo’s shoreline and town were repeatedly reshaped by lava flows and tsunamis, which inform its coastal infrastructure.
Visitors are asked not to touch marine life, use reef‑safe sunscreen, and avoid standing on coral to limit impact on sensitive habitats.
Kapohokine Adventures operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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