About
Kailua is a two-mile stretch of white sand beach on the island of Oahu, in the Honolulu area of Hawaii, United States. It is best known as a place to be on the water, and it makes an appealing visit for anyone who enjoys active days by the sea.
What the beach offers
- Kayaking, on protected waters that suit paddlers of many levels.
- Windsurfing, supported by the consistent trade winds that blow across the area.
- Kiteboarding, which draws water sports enthusiasts to the same steady conditions.
Who it suits
The combination of steady wind and sheltered water makes Kailua a natural choice for visitors who want to try or practise a water sport. Because the setting is open and sandy, it also works well for a slower day of walking the shoreline or simply watching the activity on the water.
Kailua is part of the Honolulu area, so visitors staying in the city can plan a trip here as a day out from the wider island. Those who come to windsurf, kayak or kite will find the beach itself is the main attraction, with the sea and the wind doing most of the work.