The 11 Best Kauai Snorkeling Tours

1.Na Pali Coast Half-Day Raft and Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,609 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $217Our pick

You’ll spend about six hours on a 14-person motorized raft along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast, with sea caves, waterfalls, snorkeling at Nu‘alolo Kai, food, and drinks. Captains such as KK, Duffy, Josh, and Sky are praised for strong boat handling and island stories, but expect a wet, very bumpy ride.

“Duffie and Joshua are very experienced. Despite rough seas, duffie glided through the water. It was an unforgettable experience. Absolutely loved the tour.”

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2.Kauai: Na Pali Coast Super Raft Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,530 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $235

Ride a 37-foot Naiad Super Raft from Port Allen along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast. Captains such as Andrew, CJ, Max, and Nohili share island stories while you visit sea caves, watch for dolphins and whales, and snorkel with tropical fish and turtles when conditions allow.

“Really, super duper cool experience! And Captain Andrew is an amazing skipper and so patient and kind! 10 out of 10 all around!!”

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3.Deluxe Na Pali Morning Snorkel Tour on the Lucky Lady

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,485 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $233

Start early from Eleele aboard the Lucky Lady, a catamaran carrying up to 49 people. Cruise beneath Na Pali cliffs, look for dolphins, whales, and turtles, then snorkel over a tropical reef before lunch, drinks, and stories about Kauai from the captain and crew.

“Incredible experience. Saw more dolphins then I have ever seen, along with turtles and the Na Poli coast.”

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4.Kauai’s Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel in South Poipu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 875 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $119Best value

Join guides such as Keoni, Brett, Oana, or Shelby for a two-hour shore snorkel at Poipu Beach. After a safety briefing, you will spend about an hour in the water with provided gear, flotation support, snacks, and water. Look for colorful fish, sea urchins, turtles, and possibly monk seals.

“This was one experience my daughter was so excited yet nervous for due to confidence in her swimming, but I’m so glad we did it! With the raft to hold on to, and and jacket she didn’t need, she was snorkling and having an amazing time with David as our guide. He was attentive, had great information and was fun and friendly. We even saw 2 turtles on the ramp we had to walk around to get in the water so it started before it even started! Great experience. My daughter now wants to get a snorkel and do this on her own! Thank you David for a great tour!”

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5.Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 736 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $237

Join Na Pali Riders in Waimea for a four-hour Zodiac trip along Kauai’s Nā Pali Coast. Captain Brendan, Brandon, Mack, or another experienced crew member guides you past cliffs and caves, with snorkeling, dolphins, whales, and swimming possible when ocean conditions are safe.

“What you’ll do & see is truly subjective to conditions. We went in January, high swells in the water, weren’t able to enter caves, could not snorkel. Also keep in mind this is a small craft. I’ve been on catamarans and other larger boats without issues with seasickness. The size of this craft with the water conditions did me in, even haven taken medicine. Staff was wonderful and very knowledgeable about the area.”

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6.Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 567 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $160

Join guides such as Gabe and Kolo for a five-hour Hanalei outing that combines river kayaking, bay views, turtle spotting, 45 minutes of reef snorkeling, and a beach lunch. Gear, dry bags, water, and instruction are included. Children must be at least five.

“We LOVED this kayak tour! The guide were incredibly helpful and informative on Hawaiian cultural, plants, and tips about the town of Hanalei. Such a beautiful experience to kayak the river, and end in the bay to snorkel and have lunch. 13/10!”

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7.Kauai’s Na Pali Coast Snorkel and Sail Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $292

Join Holo Holo Charters at Port Allen for about six hours aboard the 50-foot Leila catamaran. You’ll cruise the Na Pali Coast, stop to snorkel when conditions allow, and enjoy breakfast, lunch, drinks, and stories from captains such as Kelly, Jess, and Mike.

“Snorkeling was too short and tour was too long. Good food and staff was efficient and friendly. Wear sun screen and a hat. The sea can get ruff so be prepared to hang on. Sailing was impossible so under way by engine the entire time.”

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8.Ni’ihau and Na Pali Coast Snorkel Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $361

Join Holo Holo Charters at 6 a.m. for an eight-hour catamaran trip from Eleele. Captain Nate, Captain Jess, or Captain Christian may lead the day, with breakfast, lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, Na Pali Coast views, and a chance to reach remote Ni’ihau and Lehua Crater.

“This was an awesome tour. It started right at sunrise with a good breakfast and coffee. During the cruise along the island shore, we saw dolphins and sea turtles. The cliffs along the cost were amazing. Lunch and drinks were provided. Captain Jess and her crew were amazing and gave five star service to the passengers. I highly recommend this tour.”

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9.Kauai’s Ultimate South Island Zodiac Boat Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 394 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $161

Join a small group of up to 13 people on a 25-foot Zodiac from Poipu. Guides such as Drew, Anna, Brett, and Keoni lead two calm-water snorkel sessions, point out turtles and reef fish, share island history, and serve light snacks between stops.

“We had a great guide and skipper team.Both were very informative on the tour of locations and stories about the island.Snorkle guide was very helpful when we were in the water and making sure everyone was safe and having a good time.”

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10.Deluxe Na Pali Sunset Snorkel Tour on the Lucky Lady

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 318 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $233

You’ll cruise the Na Pali Coast aboard the Lucky Lady with a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain and trained crew. Expect cliffside views, a snorkeling stop when conditions allow, dinner, drinks, and sunset light. Captains such as Kauai and Amber are praised for their island stories and calm care on rough water.

“Amber, Arielle, and Julian (can’t remember the name of the last crew member) were all awesome. They made the trip super fun and were very personable. Highly recommend if you want to see amazing views of the Na Pali coast.”

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11.‘Imiloa Express Nā Pali Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 313 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $211

Take a 4.5-hour ride from Eleele aboard the 40-foot Imiloa Express catamaran. See Na Pali cliffs, sea caves, waterfalls, and marine life, then snorkel for 30 to 45 minutes if conditions allow. Meals, soft drinks, gear, and post-snorkel beer, wine, and Mai Tais are included.

“Beautiful scenery! Loved seeing the dolphins up so close. The water was so blue. Captain handled the boat amazing.”

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