Kauai’s Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel: South Poipu
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
ECO Friendly adventure with stunning marine life
Intimate group sizes
Opportunity to see famous Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles and other stunning marine life of Kauai
**PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS NO BOAT INVOLVED WITH THIS TOUR!**
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not for travelers exceeding 300lbs. Due to safety and physical constraints, we must follow a strict weight LIMIT of 300lbs or less.
Not for travelers who cannot easily walk into and out of the ocean water
Participants should be COMFORTABLE in the water. You don't need to swim like an olympic gold medalist, but we will NOT be teaching you to swim either.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Gratuities
**WE CANNOT PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION, PLEASE MAKE ARRANGEMENTS PRIOR TO GETTING TO ISLAND**
What To Expect
Our Kauai Guided Shore Snorkel takes you on a 2 hour (from start to finish including check-in) guided snorkel with a certified dive instructor from the shore. There is NO Boat involved with this tour. Actual snorkel time is roughly 45 min-60 min. This adventure will have you snorkeling Kauai’s pristine south shore reefs and have you learning about our tropical fish, sea urchins and sea mammals. We are often greeted by a turtle nesting on the beach or a Hawaiian monk seal basking in the sun. What a wonderful experience from a distance, it is the law to keep within 50 feet of our endangered species. Learn more about our Hawaii ecosystem and identify an array of tropical fish. Beginners Welcome. Upon making your reservation here with Viator, Kauai Z Tours (The actual tour provider) will reach out asking for additional information to finalize confirmation. **WE CANNOT PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION, PLEASE MAKE ARRANGEMENTS PRIOR TO GETTING TO ISLAND**
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Guided Shore Snorkel
Reviews
787 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Don’t hesitate… GO!
Laura W,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00The snorkeling tour off the beach was amazing! We saw so many wonderful fish, ended up seeing several sea turtles & no rush. I was fortunate that I only had another, younger couple on the tour & Anna who took us out was lovely & very knowledgeable. All in all, can’t recommend this enough. I wish I had know about doing this before I booked the other “raft adventure” I went on.
Rough Water Snorkeling with professional guide
Laura M,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
4.00Shore snorkeling on Kauai is very different than Florida or Caribbean Island snorkeling. The waters are a little rough. If you are very confident then this is for you. You will definitely see fish and large turtles. Anna, our guide, was very helpful and informative.
Must Do!
Amy C,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such a fun experience! Great weather, clear water - our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, engaging. Definitely a must do if you’re here! We saw so many different fish, and we did get to see a sea turtle too (which is what I really wanted).
Great for beginners…. Our guide was great!
Kimberly G,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
4.00Our guide Shane was amazing. Not thrilled about the transportation vehicle but you have an option to follow behind in your own car. The area we spent time at had murky water which was really disappointing for the visual experience. But we did get to see turtles!!!
Do it!
Diane,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00These guys are great! I’m so glad that we had their guidance getting in and out of the sort of choppy Pacific (south side of the island is rougher than North in the summer). We saw all sorts of beautiful fish and a sea turtle even surfed around us for a couple of minutes! Both of them were great and gave my eight year-old extra attention and support. Definitely recommend.
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