NaPali Coast Boat Tour

Discover Kauai’s NaPali Coast with a 200-year-old Native family-run boat tour. Explore sea caves, learn local history, and enjoy a 5-hour adventure.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Na Pali Coast - During the winter season, from late November to April, afternoon tours focus on whale watching and enjoying the sunset instead of snorkeling. Join an incredible 5-hour snorkeling and lunch tour along the stunning Na Pali Coast! This area is rich in historical significance and teeming with diverse marine life, including dolphins….
What's Included
  • All Fees and Taxes and Fuel surcharge
  • Photography Opportunities
  • Delicious Catered Lunch
  • Usage of snorkels equipments
  • Insurance for visitors
  • Snacks, water and soft drinks
  • Shared Cataraman Trip
What's Not Included
  • No Accomodation
  • Bring a Towel
Additional Information

If you’re visiting Kauai, you absolutely can’t miss seeing the stunning NaPali Coast. We offer a one-of-a-kind experience to do just that. As a Native family-run company, we are very fortunate to have been right here at our shop for 200 years, gathering our family’s documented history to share about the NaPali Coast. Our Captains and Crew would love to…

Location
Aka Ula Street
Please meet us at Port Allen on Aka Ula Street in the town of Eleele Morning tours check in is at 7:30 and the vessel departs no later than 8:00 am Afternoon tours check in is at 1:30 and the vessel departs no later than 2:00 pm
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(372 Ratings)
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Paradise54016403020
Apr 12, 2025
Best part of Kauai trip - Amazing father son duo owned tour. Highly recommended! Best part of Kauai is the boat tour. The jurassic park opening scene, whales, dolphins, sunset, and warm hospitality made up for an unforgettable experience! Carry motion sickness tablets because water can be choppy. Warm layers towards evening.
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Jen4774
Apr 10, 2025
Highlight of Kauai! - Amazing! Guides were super attentive and helpful. You cannot beat the views that you will experience here - the most beautiful thing I have ever seen in my own personal experience. We snorkeled in calm waters and saw a lot of sea life including turtles. We spotted dolphins multiple times, most of which were up close and personal next to the boat. There was a whale spotting as well in the distance. Food was yummy too!
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Karin_m
Apr 10, 2025
The trip was as... - The trip was as advertised. The boat was comfortable and had covered area to get out of the sun, if you wanted to. The crew was friendly and fun. The lunch was good and they offed beverages all through the trip. Went snorkeling and saw dolphins and a whale. The coast was beautiful, enjoyed the tour very much.
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Brantn2020
Apr 10, 2025
Great family experience - We went as a family of six. Kids ages ranged from 9 to 17. We were able to see dolphins and even a mother whale and her calf. The coast was incredible. The seas were a bit rough, but the team made it fun and an overall fantastic experience. Makana, Asia, and Leroy were a great team. Thanks!!!
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Aronv534
Apr 9, 2025
5 stars for family run business - Fantastic experience even though the waters were rough. Our Captain was absolutely amazing and he provided a lot of history of Kauai. 5 stars experience
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Mwag1810
Apr 9, 2025
Outstanding! - We loved the Makana Charter Tour to the Na Pali Coast. We worried that that weather would not cooperate when viewing the weather forecast while still in Wisconsin. The April 3rd morning cruise took off as planned and was incredibly beautiful, in spite of being overcast. The Captain was superb and the crew outstanding and knowledgable! We were fortunate to see spinner dolphins, whales (a group of 3) and a sea turtle! The crew were very supportive with my episode of seasickness. All in all a great tour! P. S. the lunch was great and enjoyed on shore versus on the boat. ; )
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Banjobobhouston
Apr 8, 2025
Great Trip - This was our second tour with this company, and once again we weren’t disappointed. We booked it through Tripadvisor and web experience was painless. They even let us fill out the waivers online. The captain and crew were friendly, helpful, and safety conscious. Since we went in April the seas were rough. Plan to take the morning trip because they often have to cancel the afternoon trip. If you go during winter months, plan to get splashed. It was too rough to snorkel, but we stopped for a swim. Everybody visiting Kauai should take a boat trip to see the Na Pali coast. These are the folks to do it with.
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Divinitynovie
Apr 8, 2025
Another Great Trip - WOW- great day on the boat. Smooth seas made for a beautiful day. Our second trip with Makana in last 12 months. Smooth seas allowed us to go further north on the Napali Coast to a hidden waterfall. Stunning. Saw whales close up on the way back to the harbor. Sunset was beautiful. Thanks for another great experience.
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Brett
Apr 4, 2025
Great experience all around - The crew members were all amazing. The boat was nice, clean and organized, everything felt very professional. The weather wasn’t the best but they did a great job with everything.
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Regis
Apr 7, 2025
Bad experience, weather partly to blame - Had to reschedule 3 times, they canceled twice and I am unable to make the third effort. They did not want to refund as it was on TripAdvisor and was 24 hours to go time
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From $182
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).