Kauai: NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia K
Overview
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5 hours
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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 share their very own culture and history with you on our tours. You can choose from one of our four vessels for a more personal and comfortable 4.5 to 5-hour tour. Our vessels are just the right size to explore sea caves with comfort when the weather allows. We can't wait to have you on board!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
INFORMATION Please indicate your email address and contact number in Special Requirements when booking
LUNCH Please select your lunch options per person, we offer Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, PB&J & Vegetarian. We can provide gluten-free bread if needed. Please inform us of any allergies within your group. Remember to send in your lunch order a week before your tour or at the latest, 24 hours before your tour. We'll default to Turkey sandwiches if we don't receive your lunch options. We also provide chips, soda, mixed juices, and water
AGE RESTRICTION Our age limit is age 4 years old and up on our larger vessels and age 9 and up on our smaller vessels.
PREGNANCY We make exceptions for pregnancies during our summer months only, ( June, July and August ) when the ocean conditions are calmer. Women who are expecting can participate in this tour up to 22 weeks gestation, along with their doctors approval. A doctor's note must be submitted by a doctor, directly to Makana Charters VIA email or fax and must be approved by management prior to booking a reservation. Please contact us to reserve once your note has been submitted.
DISABILITY For safety and liability reasons, we do not make any exceptions. We are not handicap accessible. If you feel that the individual can get on and off of the boat without any assistance, you may call the office to speak to someone directly.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park
During our winter season, (late November to April) Our afternoon tours don’t offer snorkeling. We use that time for whale watching and sunset. Come join us for an amazing 5 hour snorkeling and lunch tour, on the breathtaking NaPali Coast together! This place holds immense historical significance and is home to a variety of sea life, including dolphins. Our Native family-owned co, has been a part of the Waimea community for 200 years, where we depart to the NaPali Coast, our families history is beyond imaginable from history books being the first to sail foreigners on our family's sailing double hulled sailing canoes to NaPali Coast by documented history. We're excited to share our rich history and heritage with you. Sharing their own stories and culture to create a truly memorable experience. Please choose from our four comfortable catamarans, which offer the same fantastic tour experience. Weather permitting, we'll explore multiple sea caves and snorkel in pristine waters.
Waimea Canyon State Park
Also known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, this scenic state park overlooks the colorful Waimea Canyon, which stretches over 14 miles and is more than 3,600 feet deep.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes and Fuel surcharge
Message with selection: Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, PB&J or Vegetarian
Photography Opportunities
Usage of snorkels equipments
Insurance for visitors
Restroom on board
Snacks, water and soft drinks
Shared Cataraman Trip
Pick-up and drop off
A good tour 15% per person of tour cost. A spectacular tour 15-20% per person of tour cost. If you feel our captain and crew went above and beyond, sky’s the limit!
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NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia K
Reviews
1,548 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Captain & crew were...
Ryan M,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain & crew were amazing we got lucky and had an amazing whale experience on our way back to port.
Makana, Lionel and Elijah...
Michael M,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Makana, Lionel and Elijah were an excellent crew! Informative, friendly, capable and funny. Snorkeled and saw a sea turtle, several dolphin pods and even a mama humpback and her calf! Na’pali coastline was stunning! Recommend.
Third Time and great every time.
QuadPair,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful crew and great boat. This was our third trip with them and everyone has been time it is wonderful.
Great fun and beautiful sites!
Janet L,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time! The crew were all amazing and helpful and very safety conscious. I would definitely recommend !
NaPali boat tour
Z8683AWmichellew,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on May 5, 2026. Weather was great! Beautiful tour. We were so lucky and saw a couple of humpback whales this late in the season. We road alongside a school of dolphins. We snorkeled and saw alot of tropical fish and a couple of sea turtlea. The crew was great! Highly recommend this tour!
So many dolphins
G3343GTanthonyd,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was truly amazing. The staff was awesome, we got to swim with dolphins, the NaPali coast was breathtaking. I couldn’t give this group 5-stars enough times.
Magical experience
Glammerous M,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The best day of my life of if I could go back in time and do this all over again I would a million times
Amazing!!!!!
Ann A,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Exceptional crew on an amazing boat!!! I’ve been on many of these trips on 3 of the islands. This crew and boat are by far the best I’ve ever experienced! We went through some rough water… this boat cut through it no problem. Crew was knowledgeable, helpful, personable and very attentive.
Amazing trip combining the beauty of the Napali Coast with sea life
Z8130YEgrahamc,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience combining the beauty and majesty of the Napali Coast with an abundance of sea life. The captain and crew were all exceptional, focused on our safety and then our enjoyment. We were lucky to see dolphins, turtles amd humpback whales. Fantastic afternoon on a gorgeous day.
Making memories that will last a lifetime
Brian B,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain and crew are outstanding and insured that we had a great experience. We saw sea turtles while snorkeling a pristine reef, passed multiple pods of spinner dolphins, saw a mother humpback whale and her calf, learned about Hawaiian and culture, and sailed along the most beautiful coastline I’ve experienced in my lifetime. Both my wife and I highly recommend!
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