Kainalu Ocean Sports at Mauna Lani
Venture to the sea
The timeless means once used to navigate Earth’s largest ocean are maintained by the world-class watermen and women of Kainalu Ocean Sports. Kainalu, or “ocean wave,” honors the eternal relationship between the mountain, “mauka,” and the sea, “makai.” Carrying on the ancient expertise of their Hawaiian elders, Kainalu links the practices of the past with the people of the present, imparting timeless wisdom to accompany your transformative journey via land or sea. As your outrigger canoe glides across the crystal clear waters, inching home towards Mauna Lani’s crescent of white sand beach, return to the soulful gathering place that is Surf Shack, where you, too, can share the memories you’ve made at Mauna Lani.
Located at the Surf Shack
Gear rentals and experience bookings available daily between 7:30AM and 3PM
Open daily for breakfast from 8-11AM
Open daily for lunch from 11AM to 5PM
Open daily for dinner from 5-8PM
Adventures Start and End Here
The Surf Shack
Mika, Our Cherished Four-Legged Host
A natural swimmer and overall athlete, Mika loves spending time with our Kainalu Pros at the Surf Shack. When she's not stand up paddle boarding along the coast, sipping a Mika Mai Tai at CanoeHouse, or talking story with Uncle Danny, Mika can be found mingling with guests from the Front Drive to the Great Lawn.
Paddlesports
Snorkel & Dive
Active Pursuits
Paddlesports
Paddle nearby or venture along the coast and witness the abundant marine life, stunning reef formations and volcanic ledges. Experience what's possible with a paddle.
- Sunrise Canoe Paddle
- Guided Stand-Up Paddle Experience (SUP)
- Outrigger Canoe Excursion
- Outrigger Canoe and Snorkel Excursions
- Prone Paddleboarding Instructional Clinic & Paddle
- OC2 Outrigger Canoe Paddle
- Surf Lessons
- Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Rentals
- Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Instructional Clinic
- Prone Paddleboard Rental
- Private Prone Paddleboarding Training
Snorkel & Dive
Discover the flourishing reefs, home to Hawaii’s colorful fish such as the yellow tang, graceful manta rays, sea turtles and dolphins. Head to the Surf Shack for a snorkel mask to rent or purchase for your aquatic odyssey. Opt for scuba classes and certifications with all gear included at Mauna Lani Sea Adventures. Advanced Reservations Required.
- Snorkeling
- Intro to Scuba Class (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)
- 1-Tank Afternoon Scuba Dive (1:00-3:00 p.m.)
- 2-Tank Morning Scuba Dive (8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
- Shore Refresher Scuba Dive for Certified Divers (1:00-3:00 p.m.)
- PADI Open Ocean Scuba Certification Class (30-Hour Course | 5 - 7 days)
- PADI Advanced Open Ocean Certification Class (5-6 dives)
Active Pursuits
Inspired by an awareness of one’s hā (breath) – the foundation of life and the key to healthy routines, the Performance program focuses on progression-based fitness and training elements. Advanced Reservations Required.
- Waterman Performance Training
- Morning Ocean Swim Clinic
- Intro to Underwater Rock Running
- Running
- Hiking
- Learn to Swim Again Clinic
- All Levels Beachside Yoga
- Floating Yoga (on a Stand-up Paddleboard)