Nā Pali Coast views and snorkeling from an open catamaran
4 hours
Up to 18 people
Snorkel gear, lunch, beverages
Explore the Nā Pali Coast aboard the open 32-foot Ikaika power catamaran. Your captain selects the day’s route and water activities based on sea conditions.
Cancel or rebook at least 48 hours ahead for 1–4 passengers, 72 hours for 5–9, 96 hours for 10+, or 7 days for private charters. Later requests, late arrivals, no-shows, rain, seasickness, and safety-related route or water-activity changes are nonrefundable. A medical emergency qualifies for a full refund with a valid doctor's note.
Product ID: D8ZG9H
Check in 15 minutes before departure. The boat does not wait for late arrivals, and late passengers do not receive refunds.
Yes. You must wade in up to waist-deep water and climb a vertical dive ladder to board and disembark unassisted. You also ride an open-cabin vessel and should expect to get wet and be exposed to sun, wind, and possible rain.
No. This is an open-cabin vessel with no bathroom onboard.
Public restroom building, Black Pot Beach Park
Captains David, Steve, Don, and their crew have built something genuinely special here. Reviewers consistently praise the team's deep knowledge of Hawaiian history, geology, and culture, and the enthusiasm they bring to sharing it feels authentic rather than rehearsed. Highlights that come up again and again include sea cave exploration, spinner dolphin sightings, snorkeling stops with turtles, and surprisingly good sandwiches on board. The boat accommodates groups comfortably without feeling crowded, and the crew's attentiveness to guests who struggle with seasickness gets specific callouts across multiple reviews. Launching from Hanalei Bay is also a practical bonus, saving travelers a long drive to the west side of the island. One reviewer had a rough experience during a rainy day tour and felt the conditions made for a miserable outing, worth considering if weather looks iffy on your travel dates. That said, the overwhelming majority of guests describe this as a trip highlight, and the crew's local knowledge and genuine warmth appear to be the consistent thread running through nearly every experience.
If you do one tour while you’re here, make it this one! Our family had an unforgettable day with Na Pali Coast Boat Tours — "The Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride" was incredible. Leaving from Hanalei meant we reached the Na Pali Coast much faster than tours departing from the south. Captain David clearly knows these waters and made us feel completely safe, while Evan and David together were friendly, attentive, and full of great island knowledge. The snorkeling stop was beautiful, and the pre‑ordered lunches were delicious. Truly the highlight of our summer — we’d book again in a heartbeat!
Steve L
September 3, 2026
If you do one tour while you’re here, make it this one! Our family had an unforgettable day with Na Pali Coast Boat Tours — "The Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride" was incredible. Leaving from Hanalei meant we reached the Na Pali Coast much faster than tours departing from the south. Captain David clearly knows these waters and made us feel completely safe, while Evan and David together were friendly, attentive, and full of great island knowledge. The snorkeling stop was beautiful, and the pre‑ordered lunches were delicious. Truly the highlight of our summer — we’d book again in a heartbeat!
Steve L
September 3, 2026
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