Protected from ocean swells, Kaneohe Bay is the only bay in Hawaii to have a barrier reef. This unique feature of Oahu’s Windward Coast Bay makes it a haven for marine life—sea turtles, rays, and a diverse range of fish flock to its safe, protected, and warm waters.
It’s why our guests have an incredible time snorkeling at the Kaneohe Sandbar on Oahu. It’s one of the many water activities at Kaneohe Bay that we offer on morning and afternoon our ocean sports cruises.
Read on to find out what types of sporty fun in the sun you can have on Oahu’s Eastern shore.
Best place to play water activities
Shallow ocean waters, especially at low tide, make snorkeling and other ocean sports the perfect water activities to try at Oahu’s Kaneohe Sandbar.
Play on the Emerald Green Ocean Waters
Our Kaneohe sandbar activities range from chilling in the warm waters and soaking up some vitamin D to thrilling rides, where you have to hold on for dear life across the Kaneohe Bay.
After a day spent swimming in the crystal clear waters or walking across the sandbar at low tide, hop aboard our floating platform to relax and let your worries melt away with a refreshing soda in hand.
Don’t forget, each of our tours features live music by our very own talented local band of musicians—check out their performances on our Instagram page.
Sandbar is Safer than Waikiki
When compared to Waikiki, the Kaneohe sandbar is a true haven for ocean sports simply because of:
- the lack of crowds
- a shallow ocean, perfectly safe for the keiki (children) to swim in all-day
- even high tide at the Kaneohe sandbar is an agreeable time to be in the ocean as the waters never go higher than your waist
So, if you’re looking to get away from the mad rush of Waikiki, opt for a day out on the waters of Kaneohe Bay with one of our ocean sports cruises to the Kaneohe Sandbar.
A Wide Variety of Activities
A milelong sandbar that sits southwest of Kaneohe Bay’s barrier reef, the Kaneohe Bay sandbar is primed with ocean adventures.
Guests on our daily Kaneohe Sandbar cruises can choose to soak up the Hawaiian rays on the floating platform, listen to the live musicians sing to their heart’s content aboard the boat, or partake in the thrilling water adventures we offer on every one of our cruises.
Exciting Water Activities
Our Kaneohe sandbar activities are guaranteed to leave lasting memories on your trip to Hawaii. From kayaking in clear-bottom vessels to banana boating with your best friends, the inviting waters of Kaneohe Bay await.
Banana Boat
Glide across the picture-perfect waters of the Pacific Ocean and experience the thrill of hurdling over the gentle waves of Kaneohe Bay on an inflatable banana boat ride on Oahu.
Whether you’re riding solo or are headed to the Kaneohe sandbar with your best friends in tow, our ocean sports adventures are ideal for a fun day of making unforgettable memories at sea. Each banana boat ride can hold up to six guests, aka your besties, resulting in a one-of-a-kind ocean experience that’s certainly Instagram-worthy.
Our banana boat rides are optional with the standard Kaneohe Sandbar tours or an included part of your itinerary in the all-inclusive Kaneohe Sandbar tours.
Bumper Tube
Not for the faint of heart, our simulating bumper tube rides guarantee you and your lil ones hours of ocean sports fun. Our best advice before you hop on the tube? Don’t let go until the ride comes to a slow!
Feel the splash of the tropical ocean waters mere inches from your face as the bumper tube takes off on the water while being pulled by one of our Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports speed boats.
Our ocean sports activities are all family-friendly options that you can have on Oahu, so hop on with your kid for a ride and adventure of a lifetime.
Ready to book your Kaneohe Sandbar ocean sports adventure today? Our bumper rides are optional with the standard Kaneohe Sandbar tours or an included part of your itinerary in the all-inclusive Kaneohe Sandbar tours.
Kayak, SUP
For those that are looking for something less thrill-inducing but equally fun, hop on board our kayak or stand-up paddleboard (SUP) and explore the emerald waters of the Kaneohe sandbar.
With miles and miles of water to explore, and the Koʻolau mountain range serving as a stunning backdrop, you’ll never want to stop paddling. And, we don’t blame you!
Relaxing Water Activities
Relaxing and the Kaneohe sandbar go hand-in-hand. Leave the thrill to the more daring and adventurous in your group while you spend your time leisurely exploring the ocean waters with some of our favorite water activities on Kaneohe Bay.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling at the Kaneohe sandbar is an ocean lover’s delight. The clear, blue waters of the Kaneohe Bay lagoon are home to many different fish species, unique coral, and of course, Hawaii’s beloved green sea turtles.
Locally referred to as Honu, these gentle sea creatures play an important role in Native Hawaiian history and are a protected species—if you see one at the sandbar on one our tours, please always keep your distance and do not touch them.
Water Volleyball
Perfect for large groups, our water volleyball is truly a one-of-a-kind experience you can have at the Kaneohe sandbar.
This exciting water activity on Kaneohe Bay on Oahu is only possible due to the location of the sandbar, the lack of high tides and waves—nowhere else on the island can you say you’ve played a game of volleyball while being in the middle of the ocean!
Just Swimming in the Pacific Ocean
The Kaneohe sandbar is an ideal place for swimmers to get their miles in. Most of the day, the calming waters that are surprisingly clear and shallow make for a great, relaxing water activity on Kaneohe Bay.
There’s plenty of fun for the entire family to be had at the Kaneohe Sandbar. Ready to experience everything the Kaneohe sandbar has to offer on Oahu? Book your ocean sports cruise with us at Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports today!