Snorkel and cruise Nā Pali from Hanalei Bay on a 4-hour power catamaran
4 hours
Up to 18 people
Snorkel gear, Lunch, Drinks
Cruise the Nā Pali Coast on an open, motorized catamaran departing from Hanalei Bay, with time to snorkel when conditions allow. Ride with a local captain and crew for narration, sea caves, and coastal views.
Minimum age is 4, and all snorkelers must know how to swim. You must wade into up-to waist-deep water and climb a vertical dive ladder to board and disembark; there is no bathroom onboard. Snorkeling and sea cave entry depend on daily sea conditions and may be skipped for safety.
Cancel/rebook with 48 hrs notice (1–4 passengers), 72 hrs (5–9), 96 hrs (10+); private charters require 7 days. Late changes are non-refundable. No refunds for late arrival, no-shows, rainy conditions, sea sickness, or route/activity changes for safety. Medical emergency: full refund with doctor’s note.
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.
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.
This tour was a fantastic tour with a great crew were very informative and accommodating. I would do this again recommend highly
Michael Rubino
April 14, 2026
This tour was a fantastic tour with a great crew were very informative and accommodating. I would do this again recommend highly
Michael Rubino
April 14, 2026