Na Pali Coast: Zodiac Raft Adventure

Embark on a personalized journey with marine wonders on our Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition. Explore hidden caves, sheer cliffs, and experience a thrilling adventure in Hawaii.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Na Pali Riders - Get ready for an unforgettable journey along Kauai’s renowned Na Pali Coast. The adventure kicks off on a 30-foot Zodiac raft designed for exploration and excitement. Experience the exhilaration as the captain expertly maneuvers along the rugged coastline, where emerald cliffs soar from the ocean and hidden valleys reveal…
What's Included
  • Guided Zodiac raft tour along the Na Pali Coast
  • Dolphin Watching & Whale Watching (Dec-April)
  • Snorkeling Equipment (Mask, Snorkel and Fins)
  • Snorkeling (conditions permitting)
  • Sliced pineapple and apples, Chips – Alohas (Juice), Waters and Gatorades
  • Dry bag to store your items you bring on board
  • Lifejackets - They are optional and are provided upon check-in
What's Not Included
  • Parking at Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor ($20.00 + tax valid for 8 hours paid at the Harbor)
  • Optional Photo Package that contains 150-500 photos and videos of your tour!
  • TRANSPORTATION POLICY:After checking in at our office, you MUST provide your own ride to the harbor.
  • Hotel or Cruise Ship pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuity / Towels / Sunblock not included but recommended
Additional Information

Discover the untamed beauty of Kauai with a family-owned, veteran-operated tour company celebrated for its commitment to safety, expertise, and tailored adventures. Embark on a journey along the iconic Na Pali Coast aboard a 30-foot Zodiac raft, crafted for speed and maneuverability, allowing you to explore hidden caves, cascading waterfalls, and…

Location
Na Pali Riders
Kaumuali'i Highway
CHECK-IN POLICY •Arrive at Na Pali Riders office in Waimea, KAUAI 45 minutes before departure with waivers signed-Departure time is the time on your itinerary •If not checked in before the safety brief begins, the tour is missed •YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION TO THE HARBOR AFTER CHECKIN
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Erik_t
Jul 31, 2026
Great excursion with lots of memories. - This adventure was awesome! It was the highlight of our trip. I highly recommend this to others. Great times!
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Wes_p
Jul 31, 2026
Breathtaking - This was the most breathtaking trip we’ve ever been on. Allows you to see a side of Hawaii and learn about some culture you can only experience by boat.
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Lauraemily_v
Jul 30, 2026
This was a fantastic... - This was a fantastic experience. I was very impressed with the boat captain. We were able to go into all the caves. The videos and photos they took were amazing so there was no need to take your own. This experience is very bumpy and you do get wet. We were lucky that everyone on the boat was ready to do some real boating. It was a blast and the views incredible. Thank you.
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Ryan
Jul 30, 2026
Loved the adventure. - Great little family business. Very warm and welcoming. Went the extra mile to make sure we all had a great time. Highly recommend.
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Fashionrachel
Jul 28, 2026
Wild adventure! - Such a fun, wild ride! They warn you and I would like to emphasize, that this is a real adventure. It is not a luxury sailing. You will be hanging on for dear life for about three hours, and it is a workout. This is the best way to get up close and experience the caves. Tons of fun! I was very impressed by the staff. We sailed with Brandon and Tom and both had us at ease. We did the third sailing of the day in the afternoon. Rumor has it that the first sailing is the smoothest, second sailing is the roughest, and third sailing is somewhat in between. We ended up having perfect weather and really enjoyed our adventure. If the weather/seas don’t cooperate, there is a possibility that you will not be able to enter the caves. We didn’t have that issue.
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Maggie_l
Jul 27, 2026
Awesome trip! Beautiful... - Awesome trip! Beautiful scenery and experienced crew! Kids loved all the dolphins that approached the raft. Would highly recommend.
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Newtgator
Jul 27, 2026
Great adventurous way to experience the Napali Coast - The trip was amazing and honestly the highlight of our 10 day trip to the islands. We had so much fun and Brandon was absolutely amazing. It was extremely rough out there, but at no time did we not feel safe. Brandon does a great job of handling the boat and it was a blast. The only way to experience the Napali Coast in my opinion. We kept passing other boats and we were so happy to be on the zodiac to experience everything. This is not for the faint at heart or folks that get sea sick easily. If you are up for an adventure then I highly recommend this trip.
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60jacksonv
Jul 27, 2026
Great wat to experience the Na Pali Coast! - Great information and a fun boat ride! Captain Brandon and Peyton were great!
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Kanisha_k
Jul 26, 2026
very fun adventurous... - very fun adventurous ride! Be ready to get wet ! saw many dolphins. Our boat driver was an expert at navigating the caves with swag… a true Jurassic park experience
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Tammyatud
Jul 25, 2026
Just do it!! This was so fun! - We did this activity our very first day on the island. I really did not know what to expect, but saw a variety of people with us, children and older folks, so anticipated we'd be fine. It was a bit more adventurous than I was expecting, but wow was it fun!!! You pretty much hold on for dear life to the raft while you go out super far along the coast. They blast the music loud, and the captain looked like he was having a blast. I would call it more of a cave tour than a snorkeling expedition because that's what you spend the most time doing, which is super cool and interesting. You do end up snorkeling but like more than halfway through the trip and not for a super long time. They definitely toss food out to attract the wildlife, but we were able to see a couple of sea turtles which was amazing! On person got sick on our trip, was so gross but they handled it like champs without drawing a lot of extra attention to it. I'm sure the people on the other end of the boat had no idea. Highly recommend doing this, it might be a little out of your comfort zone but it was a blast!!!
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From $255
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).