Na Mokulua Of Heaven - Oahu - Hawaii
The Mokuluas are twin islands located offshore at Lanikai Beach on Oahu’s windward coast. Both islands are seabird sanctuaries protected by the state of Hawaii, but the beach on North Mokulua is open to the public during the day. The islands can easily be reached by renting a kayak on nearby Kailua Beach and paddling about one mile (1.6 km) offshore (which takes about 45 min. to 2 hours depending on the experience of the kayaker and the ocean conditions).
A look from the shore
For many adventurers, the journey out to the Mokulua Islands is as rewarding as the destination. Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach are two picture-perfect white-sand beaches surrounded by tropical scenery.
Oahu’s favorite beach town offers miles of white sand, warm waters & offshore islands. A protective barrier reef allows for calm waters ideal for kayaking. Paddle from Kailua Beach to the Mokulua Islands, Flat Island & Lanikai Beach. Kayak through sea turtle feeding grounds, sea bird sanctuaries & living coral reefs.
Kailua Kayak adventure
Your sea kayaking adventure begins at Kailua Beach Park. A short paddle leads you to Popoi’a Island, a protected seabird sanctuary that you may explore to observe native Hawaiian plants and animals. From there it is easy paddling to Lanikai Beach, an excellent stop for snorkeling around large coral heads and tropical fish. Enjoy the fine white-sand beach or kayak to the Moku’lua Islands. A small, secluded beach allows for landing on this protected seabird sanctuary. Wedge Tailed Shearwaters and the occasional Albatross enjoy the sanctity of Hawaii’s offshore islands and fledglings can be seen from spring to late fall
