Whilst the kayaks are the main Para canoe boats and are propelled by a double-blade paddle, the latter are outrigger canoes propelled by a single-blade paddle. Only kayaks were contested at Rio 2016.

Two types of boats are raced — kayaks and outrigger canoes. Outrigger canoes are known as “va’a” which is the Samoan and Hawaiian word for boat or canoe. A single-blade paddle is used in outrigger ...

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But if you want to dig deeper into the history and culture on the island, the Fairmont Kea Lani has a traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe where you can learn ancient techniques and traditions.