SNORKELING
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The 13 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“Absolutely fantastic adventure. Josh and Erin couldn’t have been better. I would emphasize it’s not for people with bad backs or who get sea sick, but if you want a wild ride that is a blast this is for you.”
Ride a 37-foot Naiad super raft along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast, explore sea caves, and snorkel when conditions allow for $235.
“Great experience. Captain Nohili and Max both did a wonderful job. Snorkeling was fun, Napali Coast was awesome and we even spent additional time on the return to see some whales. We were rewarded with a full breach. Do not hesitate, this is a very memorable excursion.”
See Na Pali by catamaran with snorkeling, dolphins, and sea turtles plus open bar and onboard lunch on the Lucky Lady.
“Best day of sunshine and wildlife! We had such a great time—great crew, boat, and tour! And we all learned a lot about the island!”
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.
“The captains were amazing!! They totally made the trip. It was a great ride and time despite chilly weather.”
Kayak Hanalei River, snorkel Hanalei Bay with honu sea turtles, then relax with beach lunch and local guides on Kauai.
“Wonderful, fun experience. Great kayaking down and back up calm river. Turtle encounters while kayaking and nice lunch.”
Snorkel and sail Kauai’s Na Pali Coast on a 50’ catamaran with breakfast, lunch, and winter whale chances.
“The crew, Jess, Gabe, and Lucy were amazing. They took the time to chat with all of us, offered to take pictures of everyone. Captain Jess let everyone know what to expect for the day and that we would try to snorkel depending on conditions. Fair assessment since the hurricane was impacting weather. We were…”
A remote Na Pali and Ni’ihau catamaran day with breakfast, lunch, clear-water snorkeling at Lehua, and chances at dolphins and whales.
“It was the perfect day to take this amazing snorkeling and sightseeing trip. We traveled as a multi-generational family of 4 ages 20, 51, 53 and 71 and everyone enjoyed the day. We were able to cross over to Niʻihau and then snorkel at Lehau crater. The crew said crossing the Kaulakahi Channel has been…”
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.
“Amber, Arielle, and Julian (can’t remember the name of the last crew member) were all awesome. They made the trip super fun and were very personable. Highly recommend if you want to see amazing views of the Na Pali coast.”
A fast catamaran ride to Kauai’s Na Pali coast with dolphins, caves, snacks, drinks, and snorkeling when conditions allow.
“Incredible!!!! The crew was amazing. They were so friendly and thoughtful. They made sure my daughter saw dolphins up close. I love how they told us the history of the island and the heritage. The crew was truly amazing!”
Paddle the Hanalei River, snorkel Bay Reef Lagoon, and enjoy lunch on the beach with a small guided group in Kauai.
“The tour was great! Very organized and very friendly staff. Our guide Jay was amazing. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and organized. He led us on a great tour telling stories and facts about the island the whole way. Then took us to the bay to snorkel and had a wealth of knowledge about where…”
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.
“Very nice boat and capable crew. The captain is 5 generations Hawaiian and had a lot of knowledge of Kauai and ocean life.”
