Ride a fast power catamaran along the Nā Pali Coast with sea caves and optional snorkel stops
4.5 Hours
Up to 18 people
Drinks, snacks, snorkel gear
Explore the Nā Pali Coast on a 4.5-hour sightseeing tour aboard a 35-foot Deluxe Power Catamaran. You’ll cruise past cliffs and sea caves (conditions permitting), with swimming or snorkeling only if ocean conditions allow.
Not permitted for pregnant guests or for those with serious back, neck, or mobility issues, or a history of heart attack or stroke. Minimum age is 4 years old. Parking at Kikia’ola Small Boat Harbor costs $20 per car and is paid on arrival.
Cancellations or reschedules are permitted up to 48 hours prior to departure. Within 48 hours, all bookings are final unless Trip Protection was purchased. No exceptions.
Expect a fast-paced open-ocean ride. Conditions can be bumpy and wet, and it is not a slow sailing cruise.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure. If you miss the safety briefing, you miss the tour and you do not receive a refund.
Think of snorkeling or swimming as a bonus. The tour is primarily sightseeing, and any snorkel or swim stop depends entirely on ocean conditions.
Kikia’ola Small Boat Harbor (Kekaha, HI 96752)
The Na Pali coastline is genuinely hard to describe, but this crew makes sure you experience every bit of it. Captains like Jackie, Dom, Jayne, and Jake consistently earn praise for being skilled, safety-conscious, and genuinely fun to be around. Wildlife sightings, including spinner dolphins, monk seals, and sea turtles, come up in review after review, and the snorkeling stops add another layer to an already packed itinerary. A few practical things worth knowing before you go: the ocean can get choppy, so if you're prone to seasickness, come prepared with medication. You will get wet. There's no bathroom on board, so plan accordingly. These aren't dealbreakers, just part of the adventure, and even reviewers who spent most of the trip feeling queasy said they'd come back. The crew's knowledge of Hawaiian culture and local recommendations adds something extra that goes beyond a typical boat tour. Fresh pineapple, drinks included, and a crew that clearly loves what they do rounds out the picture. If you're visiting Kauai and on the fence about this one, the consistent enthusiasm across reviewers is hard to ignore.
I don’t leave many reviews. This was an amazing experience.
Eric Kleinsteuber
July 7, 2026
I don’t leave many reviews. This was an amazing experience.
Eric Kleinsteuber
July 7, 2026
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