Stand up paddling is extremely popular with residents and visitors. It really pays to take a lesson to learn proper techniques.
Pricing & Availability
If you sign up for a "public lesson", your party may be combined with other people, although often that is not the case and it ends up being private. If you want to guarantee your group is private, then sign up for private. If your group wants 1-on-1 lessons, then sign up for private for each person and make a note at checkout. Due to staffing constraints, it may mean the 1-on-1 lessons would be at different times.
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If possible, we recommend the morning when the water conditions tend to be calmer and the marine life is more active.
This was first time paddle boarding, I stood up first time on board with no problem. I love that you could see fish and coral. The water was alittle choppy but love it. I would recommend travel shack.
Hawaii Big Island Revealed Guidebook:
Stand up paddling is extremely popular with residents and visitors. It really pays to take a lesson to learn proper techniques.
Lonely Planet Guidebook:
SUP, the latest trend, takes coordination to learn, but it’s a lot easier than regular surfing. It’s a sweet blend of intense exercise, aquatic adventure, and marine-biology lesson. It delivers a core workout accompanied by dolphins, turtles, tropical fish, and very meditative, Zen-like paddling techniques. It’s the perfect way to slow down and drink up the mana (spiritual essence) of the Big Island.
Fodor's Guidebook:
Kona Boys: Fodor’s Choice
It’s available for all skill levels and ages, and even novice stand-up paddleboarders can get up, stay up, and have a great time paddling around a protected bay or exploring the gorgeous coastline. Kailua Bay: Best Spots for SUP. Great for kids; the water here is especially calm and gentle. If you’re more daring, you can easily paddle out of the bay and along the coast for some great exploring.
Moon Guidebook:
Stand up paddle boarding is the newest and hottest sport around.