Kauai’s Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel: South Poipu
Overview
Available languages
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
827 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent staff made the best of my misfortune
S6489VMtracys,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So, unfortunately, about 20 minutes in I got very seasick and had to be led back to shore. As awful as that was, I have to say that the guides (Sophia and Brett, I believe ?) could not have been more kind or helpful. I am truly grateful to them for that! From beginning to end they were awesome!
Excellent adventure
Deanna R,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My guide David was so impressive sharing the types of fish we’d see. He carefully walked me into the ocean and we must have seen over 10,000 fish, different colors, sizes and shapes just as he predicted. He pointed out eels and other varieties of fish. Sea turtles swam around me and seemed very comfortable. The area we were in was very calm and this was such a perfect day. I visit Kauai every year and this will most definitely be on our list of things to do.
Best snorkeling experience I’ve had!
LaMae W,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Everything was perfect. We received individual attention and the snorkeling was amazing. A sea turtle swim by and then there was one on the dock just as we were leaving.
Keoni was amazing!!
Cora M,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Keoni was a fabulous instructor, it was my first time and he made us feel safe! It was so breathtaking to learn about and see all the sea life. Thank you so much Keoni for the amazing experience and for taking good care of us :)
Amazing experience!
Aaron J,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was our first time in Hawaii and our first time snorkeling. Our guide Keoni was amazing! He was very outgoing and knowledgeable about the sea life. He located a couple of turtles that we were able to get a close up view of. Keoni exceeded our expectations and made this such an amazing and memorable experience for my wife and myself! We would definitely do it again if we ever come back to visit the island!
Excellent snorkeling experience with Dave as our guide expert, patient, knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend b
Kathleen N,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dave was a fantastic guide. Four of us had different comfort levels in the water and he catered to us all. Made us all feel very confident.
Don't miss out on this fantastic experience.
justinmC7050GW,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic experience and I can't recommend it enough. Our guide Brett was thoughtful, knowledgeable and friendly. We met a dozen turtles and many species of beautiful sea life.
Well worth the trip! Our...
Lani A,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth the trip! Our guide Oona was very knowledgeable, and helpful. She had photos of what we would see and what we could expect. It was a wonderful adventure.
Great Experience for novice and experienced alike.
david w,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I snorkel often but my wife is reluctant to start. Brett did a great job from safety introduction, engaging in pointing out marine life, explaining ocean environment and the Hawaiian islands. My wife and the other novice snorkeling folks had a positive experience and would go again. We saw four turtles and I got to free dive as long as I was in visual contact, worked for me.
Great offshore snorkeling experience
MATTHEW F,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff was extraordinarily friendly and very knowledgeable. They took very good care of us. It was easy access to the snorkeling site.
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