SNORKELING
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The 15 most popular kauai 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“Duffie and Joshua are very experienced. Despite rough seas, duffie glided through the water. It was an unforgettable experience. Absolutely loved the tour.”
Ride a 37-foot Naiad super raft along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast, explore sea caves, and snorkel when conditions allow for $235.
“We really enjoyed this Na Pali coast super raft and snorkel adventure! The captain and crew navigated the somewhat large swells expertly. The views of the Na Pali coast were amazing, and we were able to get up close to some of the sea caves. The snorkeling spot was also great. No other boats or…”
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 so fun. The guide Ona explained everything and was very helpful. She even offered a ride to us when we thought we couldn't get an Uber.”
Fast Zodiac raft on Kauai’s Nā Pali Coast for dolphins, turtles, possible whales, sea-cave thrills, and snorkel stops when conditions allow.
“Awesome staff and a beautiful tour! I had a wonderful time seeing the coast and hearing the history and fun facts! If you are someone who is prone to sea sickness please take the medicine!!”
Kayak Hanalei River, snorkel Hanalei Bay with honu sea turtles, then relax with beach lunch and local guides on Kauai.
“We LOVED this kayak tour! The guide were incredibly helpful and informative on Hawaiian cultural, plants, and tips about the town of Hanalei. Such a beautiful experience to kayak the river, and end in the bay to snorkel and have lunch. 13/10!”
Snorkel and sail Kauai’s Na Pali Coast on a 50’ catamaran with breakfast, lunch, and winter whale chances.
“The pickup spot is pretty far away from the most beautiful part of the Nāpali coast. Spent a long time on horrible choppy water with a good amount of passengers sea sick and then once finally got there only stayed there for about 15 minutes, took pictures and turned around. We did see a lot…”
A remote Na Pali and Ni’ihau catamaran day with breakfast, lunch, clear-water snorkeling at Lehua, and chances at dolphins and whales.
“We took a tour to the forbidden Niihau island and Napoli Coast to snorkel with HoLo HoLo charters! The staff on board were very attentive the entire time and made us feel very comfortable! We got to snorkel with a monk seal and many colorful fish! It was AMAZING! Hats off to our new friend…”
Kauai South Shore Zodiac snorkel with two calm-water reef stops for turtles, colorful fish, and dolphins; small groups, snacks, gear included.
“From beginning to end, our captain Drew and snorkle expert Ona made sure we had a great time! If we could give them 10 stars we would. We loved seeing the sea turtles and the beautiful fish. We highly recommend this tour company!”
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.
“This was a fun and intimate/family like experience. It was wonderful to have a he crew made of locals that can share in their culture and heritage.”
Paddle the Hanalei River, snorkel Bay Reef Lagoon, and enjoy lunch on the beach with a small guided group in Kauai.
“Samuel was our guide and he was amazing! It was a great adventure. Beautiful scenery, great commentary on the wildlife, vegetation and great recommendations. Highly recommend!”
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.
“Knowledgeable captain Friendly staff We had an amazing day with Captain Gregg. We enjoyed the Laid back island style vibe. Great snorkeling site. Got to see dolphins and whales swim by! Explored a few sea caves, toured the napali coast and beautiful weather !”
5-hour Na Pali Coast zodiac snorkeling with sea caves from Kīkīaola Harbor. Small group, lunch and snorkeling gear included.
“This excursion was indescribable! Stunning views, dolphins, turtles, goats, seals, birds, caves. And we got the added bonus of watching a military plane touch and go twice! Highly recommend this tour!!”
Sail Kauai’s Napali Coast by trade winds, snorkel a tropical reef, and enjoy breakfast, deli lunch, plus beer and wine after.
“This was great fun for two teen age boys. Wish we could go every day. Also the food was very good and plentiful.”
