Windward WaterSports

Friendly staff and good equipment! We wanted to rent on Sunday to go to Kaneohe. Unfortunately, most places are closed on Sunday, but not Windward! We called day of to confirm we are able to go to the sand bar on a Sunday. He had a few kayaks left and suggested we reserve it ASAP.We showed up at 10:15 to get our 2 tandem kayaks. Jeff and another employee helped us load it onto the top of our Nissan Altima, taught us how to load it, and told us where to park to get to the sand bar. We were off within 15 minutes.The kayaks are a lot heavier than I expected. They mounted them with ease but it was much harder for us to do on our own. It isn't hard in terms of the order to do everything or how to do it, but it was hard just because it is heavy.Overall I'd rent from here again as long as you have strong people to carry the kayaks. The rental for Kaneohe sand bar must be a full day rental (we used about 4.5 hours but would have felt rushed to get it back in 4 hours). It includes an anchor as well. It was $75 per tandem kayak + tax for us.

The thing I like best was the detailed instructions he gave us on where to paddle, the best place to park (it was awesome) the best way to get up on the shore without capsizing and even how to explore the island and what was there.I felt super prepared and we had an amazing day. Not too bad to load and unload and walk to the beach. Because of where they explained to park it made it really easy to get straight out to the islands without having to deal with Kailua Park.Reasonable price.

We rent a tandem kayak and land on flat island and manana island. The stuff walk us through all the details, from where to park to trick of landing, help to load the boat. It was hospitable , patient and instructive, we enjoy the beatific day with Windward

Purchased the half-day single kayak rental for 2 through Groupon, and called to book my reservation. I arrived at 9am on 10/5/19 and the guy working was super cool and helpful. He suggested routes we can take, and explained conditions and rules for the islands. If you want to stop on the protected islands, they charge $3 a person. The half day rental is for 4 hours, which was plenty of time. He helped us load the car with the kayaks and strap them on. It's not as hard as it looks! I was able to put them back on with my boyfriend when we were done kayaking. We drove down to Kailua Beach and parking was easy to find (it was still early in the morning).From there, we walked the kayaks out to the ocean and made sure we had everything we needed. I brought a towel which I don't recommend because it was soaking wet after. Bring water, wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. I wore a mini backpack that had my phone/wallet in a ziploc bag. We first went to the seabird sanctuary island, and docked there to walk around and chill. We saw many crabs there! After, we kayaked to Lanikai beach. We saw sea turtles out there which was awesome! We decided to skip on the Mokes since we were pretty tired at that point and wanted some time to swim in the ocean, which is exactly what we did before heading back! This is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island so I highly recommend kayaking there. Thank you Windward for the awesome experience!

Jeff was great!! Gave us lots of tips around where to go what to avoid when kayaking. Where to stop and snorkel. Really easy to put on the car and drive right where we put the kayak in. So don't let that detour you from coming here. Thanks Jeff!!

I am a local, it's been 20 years since I've taken a kayak out and Jeff, the owner made it SO EASY! My visiting girlfriend from Salt Lake City Utah and I easily managed a two person kayak and with Jeff's expertise we were set to make it out to the Mokulua islands. We are two women over 45 and relatively fit so this could help you say "yes" to having a lot of fun!What I appreciated most...1. I could pull up right in front and load up the kayak2. Jeff explained ALL the finest details from setting up the kayak, paddle use, the best location to launch for the most direct trip to the island, where to park after dropping off out kayak... even inside the white lines in the road so we wouldn't get a ticket and all in an easy manner that was completely understandable.3. It was shared with us how to get the boat onto the island and where NOT to go for both safety and ecological reasons.4. Jeff and his colleague helped take the kayak off afterward and even offered to rinse off our car from the salt water that dripped from our kayak on the short ride back! WHOOP WHOOP!Finally, with all of that, the price was right. Actually, it was better than I could ever expected. Well worth the little we paid. Bonus... we saw a mama monk sea and her pup on the island, the Queen's Bath around on the East side and most of all had over the top and unexpected fun.Note: The kayak is not light so be prepared to manage it both down to the beach and then back onto your car after. But Jeff will tell you that anyway:)

All equipment worked and usage of kayaks worked out great. Easy pickup and drop off. Staff was friendly and made our rental successful. Will use them again when needed.

Owner very nice and accommodating, informative and kind. He helped us load and unload our vehicle for transport, since delivery is not an option per local rules. Kayak was easy for kids but paddle boarding on the ocean was tough for them (windy!!!) and we didn't make it to lanakai beach for snorkeling as planned. Consider all kayaks if your experience on ocean is limited.

Jeff was so great, he gave us advice on where to go and how to navigate the waters. I definitely recommend this shop for the price and experience.

Amazing experience, the guys gave perfect instructions for how to minimize the schlep despite the need to drive a ways to the beach. Very helpful, well-curated kayak adventure!