Waikīkī Beach Services Activities

LEARN TO SURF FROM A WAIKĪKĪ BEACHBOY while visiting Waikīkī. The gentle, rolling waves and sandy ocean bottom make it a perfect place for beginners to learn the art of he’enalu, or “board sliding.” With the experienced and knowledgeable instructors of Waikīkī Beach Services, you can quickly gain confidence and enjoy the thrill of surfing in a safe and supportive environment.

Please note that beginning January 1, 2024, a $1 fee will be collected for each surf, SUP, or canoe ride participant. This fee is for the OSF, or Ocean Stewardship Fund, created by the State of Hawaiʻi and enforced by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Read more about it in our FAQs section or on the DLNR website.

Enjoy umbrella and beach chair rentals on Waikīkī’s most famous stretch of beach! Relax under your own umbrella set in front of The Royal Hawaiian Hotel. **Guest must be present and ready to use equipment in order for it to be placed on the beach.

Outrigger canoe surfing is an excellent alternative for those seeking an authentic Hawaiian water activity without engaging in a surf lesson. This activity provides an opportunity to surf waves on an outrigger canoe, which has a long-standing history in Hawaiian culture. Waikīkī Beach is the only location where this experience can be enjoyed. Outrigger canoe surfing offers a thrilling ride that showcases the beauty of the ocean and the Hawaiian coastline in a unique way.

Please note that beginning January 1, 2024, a $1 fee will be collected for each surf, SUP, or canoe ride participant. This fee is for the OSF, or Ocean Stewardship Fund, created by the State of Hawaiʻi and enforced by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Read more about it in our FAQs section or on the DLNR website.

Please note that beginning January 1, 2024 a $1 fee will be collected for each surf, SUP or canoe ride participant. This fee is for the OSF, or Ocean Stewardship Fund, a fund created by the State of Hawaiʻi and enforced by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Read more about it in our FAQs section or on the DLNR website.

In the Hawaiian culture, when our loved one passes on, we do not say goodbye but “a hui hou”, or “until we meet again,” as a sign of hope and love. Waikīkī Beach Services provides a simple yet beautiful burial at sea service.

Please note that beginning January 1, 2024, a $1 fee will be collected for each canoe participant. This fee is for the OSF, or Ocean Stewardship Fund, created by the State of Hawaiʻi and enforced by the Department of Land and Natural Resources. Read more about it in our FAQs section or on the DLNR website.

Discover all the water activities and adventures Waikīkī Beach offers with your Beachboy Valet. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced surfer, your personal attendant will help you create a customized morning filled with surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, and outrigger canoe rides, among other activities.

Hosting a large event in Waikiki? Looking for a fun way to team build? We are the go-to outfitter for large tour groups and companies looking for an activity to do while in Waikiki.

Sailing the waters around Waikīkī on a catamaran is a breathtaking experience. It is a great way to unwind and take in the scenic beauty of Waikīkī from an entirely different vantage point–on the ocean! A catamaran sail is an ideal way to spend quality time with friends or family members, creating unforgettable memories that endure for a lifetime.