Hanalei is the perfect outdoor community for a variety of activities from watersports to biking. Kayaking up the Hanalei River or down the Na Pali Coast during summer is a popular pastime and the go-to company for rental equipment and guided tours is Kayak Kauai. Daily rental rates for kayaks run $28 for singles and $52 for tandems. The company also rents other water equipment like snorkels, surfboards, and boogie boards; as well as other outdoor essentials like camping gear and beach cruiser bikes. NaPali Kayak is another rental agency that offers visitors options like all-day kayak adventures down the coast, with snorkeling stops and lunch included. These trips are $175 per person and operate from April to November. Kayak Hanalei offers shorter, similar guided tours in the bay and up the river for $60-75 a person.
Sailing is available aboard catamarans with Na Pali Catamarans and Captain Sundown. Both companies offer boat rides along the coast with ample stops for snorkeling and leisurely meals along the coastline during the calm summer months. There are also sightseeing tours available.
Bike Doctor rents high-quality mountain bike to those seeking outdoor action for $25 a day or $100 a week. The place is run by John Sargent, a bike enthusiast who also provides riders with information about trails, races and group rides.
Other rental agencies for all your water activity needs include Hanalei Surf Company in the Hanalei Center, Pedal ‘n Paddie in the Ching Young Village, and Activity Wholesalers. All three have reasonable and comparative rates.
