Hand-built in a former Kauaʻi pineapple cannery, Holo Holo Charters began with founder Kevin Millett’s dream of sharing the sea he loved. More than 25 years later, new captains Adrian and Chandra steer the company with the same pa...
Hand-built in a former Kauaʻi pineapple cannery, Holo Holo Charters began with founder Kevin Millett’s dream of sharing the sea he loved. More than 25 years later, new captains Adrian and Chandra steer the company with the same pa...
The crew consistently steals the show on these Na Pali Coast tours, with guests raving about captains like Nate, Mike, Kevin, and Matt, along with their attentive teams. People appreciate how knowledgeable and entertaining the staff is, sharing local information and keeping everyone comfortable throughout the journey. The friendly, professional vibe makes the experience memorable beyond just the scenery. Speaking of scenery, the Na Pali Coast views are absolutely spectacular, and the snorkeling stops get high marks. Food and drinks are included and consistently praised as delicious. Weather conditions vary, with some choppier days in winter, but that seems to add to the adventure rather than detract from it. Bonus wildlife sightings of dolphins, whales, and sea turtles make trips extra special. Repeat customers return year after year, which says plenty about the quality. If you're prone to seasickness, they have ginger candies and crackers on hand, though taking motion sickness medication beforehand is recommended.
Honestly, I can’t say enough good things about Holo Holo Charters. From the second we got on the boat, the crew just felt so real and welcoming. Not in a forced way, but like they actually cared that we were there and wanted us to have a great time. The Na Pali Coast is obviously insane, like the kind of views that don’t even look real in person, but what made it special was the whole experience. The crew was sharing stories, pointing things out we would have totally missed, and checking in on everyone without it feeling over the top. You can tell they actually love what they do, and that energy carries through the whole trip. If you’re on the fence about booking, I’d say just do it. It ended up being one of my favorite parts of the trip and something I’ll be talking about for a long time.
Sean Drews
April 2, 2026
Honestly, I can’t say enough good things about Holo Holo Charters. From the second we got on the boat, the crew just felt so real and welcoming. Not in a forced way, but like they actually cared that we were there and wanted us to have a great time. The Na Pali Coast is obviously insane, like the kind of views that don’t even look real in person, but what made it special was the whole experience. The crew was sharing stories, pointing things out we would have totally missed, and checking in on everyone without it feeling over the top. You can tell they actually love what they do, and that energy carries through the whole trip. If you’re on the fence about booking, I’d say just do it. It ended up being one of my favorite parts of the trip and something I’ll be talking about for a long time.
Sean Drews
April 2, 2026