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Na Pali Coast Adventure: Scenic Raft Tour
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Embark on a thrilling Na Pali Coast Super Raft Adventure and discover majestic cliffs, private beaches, and epic sea caves. Experience the most advanced and capable rafts on Kaua’i for an unforgettable journey.
Embark on a thrilling Na Pali Coast Super Raft Adventure and discover majestic cliffs, private beaches, and epic sea caves. Experience the most advanced and capable rafts on Kaua’i for an unforgettable journey.
Duration:
4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 4353 Waialo Rd #4b - Embark on an unforgettable sightseeing and snorkeling journey along the Na Pali Coast. Board a powerful Naiad Super Raft, specially designed to showcase the wonders of Na Pali. Explore the 17-mile coastline that epitomizes Kauai’s rugged allure. Sail past towering cliffs, lush valleys, and famous sea arches while dolphins…
- 4353 Waialo Rd #4b - Embark on an unforgettable sightseeing and snorkeling journey along the Na Pali Coast. Board a powerful Naiad Super Raft, specially designed to showcase the wonders of Na Pali. Explore the 17-mile coastline that epitomizes Kauai’s rugged allure. Sail past towering cliffs, lush valleys, and famous sea arches while dolphins playfully swim beside your vessel.
The captain will expertly guide you into hidden sea caves and under cascading waterfalls, offering a rare view of Kauai’s pristine beauty. Dive into the crystal-clear waters for a guided snorkeling experience above vibrant coral reefs, home to tropical fish and sea turtles. All activities are subject to ocean conditions.
This eco-adventure provides stunning views, exhilarating excitement, and ample time to absorb the enchantment of one of Hawaii’s most renowned natural wonders.
What's Included
- Sightseeing along the Na Pali Coast
- Snorkeling session (conditions permitting)
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Restroom on board
- Sightseeing along the Na Pali Coast
- Snorkeling session (conditions permitting)
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Restroom on board
What's Not Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities
- Private Tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities
- Private Tour
Additional Information
Prepare for an unforgettable Na Pali Coast adventure on the Kauai Voyager I or II, 37-foot custom-built Naiad Super Rafts crafted for comfort, speed, and enjoyment. With 750 horsepower and individual seating for every guest, these vessels allow for a more extensive exploration of Kauai’s stunning coastline in less time. Experience the excitement of…
Prepare for an unforgettable Na Pali Coast adventure on the Kauai Voyager I or II, 37-foot custom-built Naiad Super Rafts crafted for comfort, speed, and enjoyment. With 750 horsepower and individual seating for every guest, these vessels allow for a more extensive exploration of Kauai’s stunning coastline in less time. Experience the excitement of skimming across the Pacific as the skilled captains and friendly crew share fascinating stories and insights about Kauai’s history, marine life, and legends.
This swift, picturesque journey offers a unique blend of adventure and wonder, making it one of the finest ways to truly appreciate the untamed beauty of the Na Pali Coast.
- Minimum age is 6 years, and all minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
- Emergency life jackets onboard; standard life jackets are for children only.
- No refunds for late arrivals or undisclosed health concerns.
- Non-swimmers may NOT snorkel under any circumstances.
- No full-face masks! We provide the gear you need.
- Guests with back, neck, or heart issues are not permitted to join this experience.
- No recent surgeries that may be affected by jarring, bouncing, or high-impact activity.
- Expectant mothers cannot participate.
- Guests with a history of seizure are not permitted to join this experience.
- Guests must be able to climb a ladder and re-board the vessel without assistance.
- Guests must be fit to walk 200 yards to and from the boat.
Location
Port Allen Marina Center
Waialo Road
Please ARRIVE 45 minutes before departure to allow time for a smooth check-in process. Park in the gravel lot at the end of Waialo Road.
Check-in CLOSES 15 minutes prior to departure. Guests not present for the safety briefing are considered no-shows, and are not eligible for a refund or reschedule.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(1726 Ratings)
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Allenwx964js
Sep 8, 2026
Awesome Trip! Don't hesitate just Book your adventure and go see the beatiful Na Pali Coast - This trip is an awesome experience. Captain CJ and Kena were awesome, very professional, freindly, respectful, knowledgeable and made you feel at ease and made the trip a lot of fun. It is nice to see young people take their jobs serious and have fun doing so. Thank You CJ and Kena you were great!
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Liasfiligoj
Sep 7, 2026
Highlight of our trip to Kauai - Incredible experience you must do while traveling to Kauai. Select the morning times because sun is more likely, clouds usually shadowing in the afternoon. We saw beautiful coastline, went through caves, saw massive pods of dolphins, snorkeled with fish and sea turtles. The captain kept of us safe and provided interesting facts (Landon) and his first mate (Mason) was so friendly taking care of everyone onboard. Please note, the waves in Hawaii are big and the boat moves fast, so prepare if you have motion sickness. I have motion sickness bad and took Dramamine + wore ms wrist bands and had zero issue. That said, about 25% of the boat were unprepared and got sick, but the crew took care of them with water, Gatorade, snacks, buckets etc. Additionally, come in a bathing suit and clothes you don’t mind getting wet, hats that strap down, luckily they give you a dry bag but phone protection is important. Understand what you sign up for and know your limits!! This was absolutely worth it, highlight of our trip.
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Tina_m
Sep 6, 2026
One of the best excursions I’ve been on it was so fun well worth the money - It is a wild ride but very fun. Ryan has exceptional boating skills. I felt very confident with him driving the boat and he made it very exciting. The music was awesome. We saw lots of dolphins. We went through a cave that was gorgeous and we got wet under a waterfall. They get up close in personal to the coastline, Ryan and Jeff make a great team they make you feel very welcome and make sure that you’re comfortable with the whole trip. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants a little adventure.
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284louisf
Sep 5, 2026
BOOK WITH THESE GUYS! Awe inspiring trip on a great boat with a wonderful crew. - There are several companies that do tours of the Na Pali coast but it’s hard to imagine any are as good as Capt J’s. My husband and I did a tour on 8/29/2026 and it was excellent for reasons summarized below:
- First and foremost, the boat skipper (Nohili) and his assistant (Jeff) were fantastic! Nohili is a proud Hawaiian who grew up on Kauai and was able to share an extensive knowledge of island history, Hawaiian culture, sea life, and local customs. In addition to all that, he is incredibly friendly, and an expert boat handler. Jeff is a very warm guy who went out of his way to ensure that everyone onboard was comfortable, and well provided with snacks and drinks. (On top of all that, he is a graduate of the US Merchant Marine Academy— another highly professional sailor onboard).
- Nohili went out of his way to ensure we saw everything, including a large school of Spinner dolphins, many sea turtles, wildlife on the shore, and he picked a great snorkeling place. The tour of sea cave was fantastic.
- Based upon what I saw online from the other tour companies and in the other boats out there, the RIB boats Capt. J’s uses are larger, more secure, way better than the others and they are very comfortable. In addition to great seating, they also have a shaded area, and a working toilet (“head”). Jeff took great care to ensure that the boat was kept clean and that the head was clean and smelled good after each stop. (As a former sailor, I know how important this is to avoid people becoming sick.)
I have 2 strong recommendations: First, seeing the Na Pali coast is a must! I’ve sailed around the world and it is one of the most beautiful coastlines I’ve ever seen. Second, I am sure that there are other companies that do a nice job, but I cannot imagine the day having been done better than these guys did. I highly recommend them!
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Susan_h
Sep 4, 2026
Coastline was incredibly... - Coastline was incredibly beautiful none other like that even though it was a short while did get to snorkel, which is one in a lifetime chance
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Megantr145xc
Sep 3, 2026
Na Pali Coast - We were so pleased with this excursion. It was nice to be on a smaller boat and even though it went fast and sometimes got a little bumpy, our captains Jeff and NoNo made sure we were safe and enjoyed ourselves.
We saw much more of the Na Pali coast than we would have in a bigger boat with more people. It was wonderful to have snacks and drinks included as well since it was hot out.
This was one of our favorite excursions we’ve done.
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Merriejs
Sep 3, 2026
Fun! - Great experience! We had a fun time.
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Travelinmyway
Aug 30, 2026
Wondrous views, small group, personalized care - Many many thanks to Captain Nohili and First Mate Matt! What a superlative adventure. We were 2 couples on the morning tour 8/24 with only 13 total guests. The Captain handled the super raft superbly on the water and navigating into the caves - at one time backing in for an extraordinary view of the cave. We were treated to an acrobatic show by a large number of spinner dolphins as they frolicked around the boat. The coastline is a wondrous view as we went 35 miles to the turnaround point, frequently motoring closer to shore for up close views and stories. Matt is an incredible font of knowledge, history, and local color along the way plus taking great photos of us all and charming us with his outgoing personality. We saw turtles and several species of fish while snorkeling. We truly enjoyed every minute. Highly recommend - and thank you!
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Diana_b
Sep 19, 2026
Fabulous Scenery - We have done multiple Na Pali tours. The boat is definitely more comfortable than zodiac raft and has the maneuverability to get into the sea caves.
I was disappointed on 2 things.
1. There was no commentary from Port Allen to Polihale. “This is where the tour begins” was the explanation despite a lot of scenery up to that point that had always had comments There was also very little mention of the geology, which I always find interesting
2. The bow of the boat tilts quite high when running at speed. This means that you can only see a more limited sightline, which I also found frustrating.
This is a great trip but it would have been good to know these things in advance
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R4565vgiras
Sep 10, 2026
Beautiful Views, but Disappointing Service - The views of the Nā Pali Coast were incredible, but the boat ride is extremely bumpy, so be careful if you are prone to seasickness.
Unfortunately, we did not feel that the guides genuinely cared about the guests or enjoyed their jobs. Their attitude made it seem as though they were mainly there for the money rather than to create a welcoming experience.
CJ, in particular, had an extremely cold and unfriendly personality. He made fun of us during the ride, which was completely unprofessional and made us feel uncomfortable. He was the last person I would ever consider tipping.
CJ, if you want to earn more tips, try being kind and friendly to your guests. It would make a huge difference. The scenery was amazing, but the customer service seriously hurt the overall experience.
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