KAUAI
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The 10 most popular cruises & boat tours in Kauai. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Ride the Amelia K catamaran along Kauai’s NaPali Coast with native stories, sea caves, and either snorkeling or whale watching.
“Great experience! Highly recommended. Be sure to take dramamine before, the waves can be very rough at times. Saw tons of dolphins and whales! Tbe coastline is stunning! Crew was great, lunch is adequate. They make you go barefoot on the boat so dont worry too much about footwear.”
Cruise Kauai’s Na Pali cliffs at sunset on a catamaran with dinner, craft drinks, and whale chances in season.
“We spent the majority of the time in the middle of the waters, with nothing to view.And then had a short time to see the coastline”
Sail and snorkel Kauai’s Na Pali Coast on the Leila catamaran with breakfast, lunch, and whale chances, plus reef gear and crew-led instruction.
“Phenomenal experience. Professional and knowledgeable crew. Great service and amenities. Super fun trip and worth the money. Would do again for sure.”
Cruise Kauai’s Wailua River to Fern Grotto, then Waimea Canyon, Spouting Horn, and Kauai Coffee on a full-day guided day tour.
“It’s a long day. It’s comprehensive, w variety and lots to see.,it’s a great way to see and experience Kauai. Sally was a great tour guide.”
Na Pali Coast sunset dinner on Kauai’s Leila catamaran: whale chances, trade-wind sailing, fresh buffet, and Champagne at sea.
“This is a super fun sunset dinner sail! The staff and captain were great. The views of the Napali coast are amazing. I didn’t expect to get so close up to everything. The dinner was yummy and my friends and I had a great time.”
Sail from Kauai at sunrise for Na Pali cliffs and rare offshore snorkeling near Lehua Crater and Ni’ihau, plus full meals and drinks.
“I’ve been interested in doing this tour for a few years. It did not disappoint!! Such a great day! Personable, laidback crew and a really nice, clean boat. Saw so many things: eagle rays, sharks, monk seals, dolphins, and more. Highly recommend this excursion!!!”
4.5-hour Na Pali Coast power catamaran from Kekaha: sea caves, dolphin and whale sightings, snorkel option, fruit snacks, small group.
“Amazing trip. Corbin and RJ were awesome. Sat with a family of literally a hundred plus spinner dolphins to start out. Multiple humpback whale tail sightings and one full water breach…spectacular. Advice to all, this is not a sun yourself on the boat while sipping a pina coloda boat trip. This is an experience that…”
Small-group Zodiac cruise off Kauai’s south shore with two calm-water snorkel stops, snacks, and guides spotting turtles and dolphins.
“Team took us out and made the experience very personal, lots of knowledge, and we saw everything promised.”
Kauai river-to-sunset catamaran: Hulei‘a wildlife, Kalapaki Bay history, snacks and drinks. 2 hours for $109 per person.
“Wonderful experience lots of local history and information shared by crew. very friendly and hospitable crew”
See Nā Pali Coast at sunset on a 50’ catamaran with dinner, drinks, and a champagne toast, plus chances to spot dolphins and whales.
“Captain, Dave, Gabe, and Jackie are what made this sunset cruise amazing! We have done several of this type of excursion bust this was one of the most enjoyable due to the caring and attentiveness of the crew! They truly made us feel special and spoiled us!”
