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 & Vegetation with or without hummus. 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
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.
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.
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
Photography Opportunities
Delicious Catered Lunch
Usage of snorkels equipments
Insurance for visitors
Restroom on board
Snacks, water and soft drinks
Shared Cataraman Trip
No Accomodation
Towels
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!
Pick-up and drop off
Options
NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia K
Reviews
1,124 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great way to spend a Kauai afternoon
228steved,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on the Amelia K. The crew was wonderful and provided a boatload of interesting information regarding our trip up the NaPali coast. The Amelia K is not your grandfather‘s catamaran. This boat takes on 20 foot swells with vigor. As they used to say about Disneyland, this was an E coupon ride. It also can pull right into some of the caves along the shore line. No catamaran with a 40 foot mast would be able to get into those caves. And the finale was humpback whales, breaching, and blowing and fluke waving before we headed into the harbor. A great afternoon.
Well organized and great experience
Becky M,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience. The excursion was very well organized (we were well informed what to bring to be prepared for the trip). The Nāpali coast was beautiful and our guides (Eli, Charlie, and Captain Mike were great. They shared all the history of the NaPali coast, found several groups of dolphins, and were persistent about finding g some whales. The weather was beautiful but not clear and calm enough for us to go in which seemed typical for December. Several people in the group got motion sick and Eli and Charlie offered many things to make them more comfortable. It was a great way to see the coast.
Best tour of the coast ever!
schellyko,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The crew and boat exceeded our expectations! We saw so many whales and waterfalls! Charlie and Makena and Elijah were so fun and knowledgeable!
Prefer before December, but do it.
Carl R,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00This is a nice and worthwhile tour. I could have wished for more sun and snorkel-compatible weather, but I went in December. Still nice
The Amelia K has an...
Ray S,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The Amelia K has an engaging and informative crew. They strive to provide a range of experiences that one would expect from their advertisement. And they deliver!
Very nice experience. I...
Zhehao H,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice experience. I saw everything I had expected. Na Pali, sea cave, water fall, whales, sunset. Highly recommend.
Worth the experience - do it
Rajeev J,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very friendly and helpful crew. Very professionally run operation as well. The captain and crew made it a very pleasant experience. While we did not snorkel, I could see the captain and crew go out of their way to help people have a good time snorkelling.
Beautiful views of Napali Coast
Jill B,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience! Breathtaking views! A real treat was the caves and waterfalls that you get close eniugh to see. The crew and captain work well together and did their utmost so we saw dolphins and whales. .
Got cancelled and could not rebook 😫
Ramana D,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00A day before the tour, we got a call that all the tours are cancelled because of light show. We tried to book on Sunday and they were not able to accommodate. We were going back on Monday morning. This was one of the tours we wanted to do badly but could not do. Very unfortunate that the tour got cancelled and they could not rebook for the next day.
Truly Hawaiian
MargieDubai,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The personal stories and connection of the staff with their beautiful Island only made the natural beauty of Kauai more amazing! Their expertise ensured us a safe and exciting adventure! This spectacular tour is a must-do for any Kauai visit!
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