SNORKELING
The best of it, mask on.
The 13 most popular kauai snorkeling tours, the ones worth getting in the water for. What you will actually see, who runs the boat, and what a place in the water costs.
A small-group Na Pali Coast raft and snorkel adventure with sea caves, waterfalls, reef time at Nu‘alolo Kai, plus food and drinks.
Most Popular“Everything you want it to be and more. Dolphins, whales, 100 different styles of fish caves, waterfalls. A must do”
Ride a 37-foot Naiad super raft along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast, explore sea caves, and snorkel when conditions allow for $235.
“The Captain and Crew were very knowledgeable and engaging. The boat ride was very comfortable and the scenery was amazing. We got to sea all kinds of wildlife that included Bottle Nose Dolphins and Whales.”
See Na Pali by catamaran with snorkeling, dolphins, and sea turtles plus open bar and onboard lunch on the Lucky Lady.
“It was good experience but I give 4 stars because it was morning tour and they did snorkel time early in the morning 8 am so I couldn’t participate because it was still cold outside. I did the tour in the January so it was be much better that thay do snorkel time at noon…”
Small-group guided shore snorkeling at Poipu Beach, Kauai. Gear, snacks, and a calm reef hour with turtles and tropical fish.
“It was great having a guide to show the best and easiest place to snorkel. Saw a lot of colorful fish and a sea turtle. Our guide, Keani (?) was knowledgable and made it fun.”
Fast Zodiac raft on Kauai’s Nā Pali Coast for dolphins, turtles, possible whales, sea-cave thrills, and snorkel stops when conditions allow.
“We took a Zodiac ride along the stunning Nā Pali Coast, and it was a highlight of the trip. It’s definitely a bumpy ride, but if you sit in the middle it’s much smoother and more comfortable. This is a great family-owned company. Captain Brendon clearly knows these waters and is always watching the surf…”
Kayak Hanalei River, snorkel Hanalei Bay with honu sea turtles, then relax with beach lunch and local guides on Kauai.
“Excellent experience! Highly recommend! Great guides and snorkelling. Family had a blast! Check it out!”
Snorkel and sail Kauai’s Na Pali Coast on a 50’ catamaran with breakfast, lunch, and winter whale chances.
“Phenomenal experience. Professional and knowledgeable crew. Great service and amenities. Super fun trip and worth the money. Would do again for sure.”
A remote Na Pali and Ni’ihau catamaran day with breakfast, lunch, clear-water snorkeling at Lehua, and chances at dolphins and whales.
“Great experience! Water was a bit rough but got to see many critters. Crew was great and very attentive to all passengers.”
Kauai South Shore Zodiac snorkel with two calm-water reef stops for turtles, colorful fish, and dolphins; small groups, snacks, gear included.
“Great trip 2 snorkel spots, soooo many turtles, amazing visibility. Great crew , thank you Shelby for getting back in the water we know you were cold! Would highly recommend. Small group lots of fish, but turtles were the highlight for me. 🐢❤️”
Deluxe Na Pali sunset snorkel on the Lucky Lady: 4,000-foot cliffs, whales in season, snorkel help, dinner, open bar, and a waterslide.
“Our captain made the trip GREAT. He shared historic information and guided the boat magnificently. Taken the trip 3 times, this was the BEST one!”
A fast catamaran ride to Kauai’s Na Pali coast with dolphins, caves, snacks, drinks, and snorkeling when conditions allow.
“Great crew, very knowledgeable. Had a lot of fun. Note, if you have a bad back, you may want ro skip, they drive fast on the way back and hit those waves, very back jarring”
Paddle the Hanalei River, snorkel Bay Reef Lagoon, and enjoy lunch on the beach with a small guided group in Kauai.
“Ocean kayak and snorkel was challenging and fun. Our guide was knowledgeable and fantastic. The sandwiches were top notch.”
Cruise Kauai’s Na Pali Coast in a small 18-passenger boat, snorkel with gear provided, and enjoy lunch while chasing turtles, dolphins, and whales.
“This was a wonderful experience! Captain Greg did a wonderful job navigating the Na’pali coast, under a waterfall and even into a cave! He was very knowledgeable about Kauai and its history. He found us a great place to snorkel with lots of marine life!”
