Kauai Whale Watching Tours

Whale Watching Along the Beautiful Napali Coast

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Tour the Napali Coast with Native Hawaiians

Embark on an unforgettable journey along Kauai's breathtaking coastline to witness the incredible migration of humpback whales. Our Kauai whale watching tours offer a front-row seat to nature's most awe-inspiring spectacle, where massive humpbacks breach, slap their tails, and sing in the warm waters of the Pacific. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or simply looking for an extraordinary adventure, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.

Choose from 4 of our custom power Catamarans.
All 4 vessels offer the same amazing tour: 4.5 - 5 hour NaPali tour, Dolphins, Enter Multiple Sea Caves, Deli Lunch, and On-Board Restrooms.

Experience our Hawaiian history with Island Natives!

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Why Choose Our Kauai Whale Watching Tour?

  • Expert Guides
    Our experienced captains and crew are locals who know the best spots for whale sightings. With in-depth knowledge of humpback behavior and ecology, they provide fascinating insights to make your trip both fun and educational.

  • Comfort and Safety
    Our state-of-the-art boats are designed for comfort and stability, ensuring a smooth ride even in open water. With spacious seating and plenty of shade, you can relax and focus on the beauty around you.

  • Unmatched Views
    Explore the coastline from a unique vantage point. Our smaller vessels can navigate closer to the action, providing a more intimate whale-watching experience.

  • Eco-Friendly Practices
    We prioritize respect for marine life by following responsible wildlife viewing guidelines, ensuring the safety and well-being of the humpbacks.

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Whale Watching Tours

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NA PALI KAI III Our amazing catamaran! 32 pax

Explore multiple Sea Caves. Dive in for the ultimate experience, the Na Pali Kai III does it all! She gets up close and explore sea caves, This vessel is equipped with powerful twin 370 hp Cummins diesel engines with Sea Fury surface drives that give a fast and comfortable ride to the NaPali Coast. 360 walk around for picture taking is ideal, known to be the smoothest riding catamaran on the NaPali Coast, larger On-board restroom, fresh water shower and easy access for boarding and snorkeling

Just Bring a Towel!
Deli Lunch
Snacks & mixed soft drinks
Snorkel Gear

4.5 - 5 hour NaPali Tour
Adults: $169.00 • Children: $139 plus tax
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Napali Coast Boat Tour

Amelia K. She's an extremely comfortable catamaran 36 pax (Only vessel that departs out of ("Port Allen")

This is our comfortable edition she's a 47' Cat is full of comfort settings, very beautiful, smooth riding, and plush seating all across the board. She's equipped with 4 300's Suzuki outboards. If your group is looking for an intimate ride we can bet you'll be very satisfied! She is equipped with fresh water shower, 2 On-board restrooms, very plush seating and much more!

Adult: $169.00 Children: $139.00
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Our "New Seiko up to 16 Passengers

Our beautiful new edition Seiko made by ACI is a comfortable 34’ Power Catamaran she's powered by twin 300hp outboards cruising at 20 to 22 knots. We are Coast Guard certified for 20 passengers but we only carry 16 passengers for your comfort and safety. Leaving lots of room to move around for the ultimate views and picture taking. We can carry up to 18 paxs for private "Adults: $189 • Children: $159

Adults: $189 • Children: $159 plus tax
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Makana up to 12 Passengers

The Makana is a comfortable 32’ custom built Lightning Catamaran is powered by twin 300hp outboards cruising at 20 to 22 knots. She has lots of seating but we only carry up to 12 passengers for your safety and comfort.
Adults: $189 • Children: $159

Adults: $189 • Children: $159 Plus tax
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Why Choose Us?

Native Hawaiian Owned & Family Operated

Closer Departure = More Time On Coast

Explore Multiple Sea Caves & Sea Life

Smaller Crowds

Complete Snorkel Gear & Flotation Devices

Delicious Deli lunch, cold drinks & local juices

Ages 4 and up (weather permitting)

On board Restroom

The NaPali Coast is a must do on Kauai. But it's how you see it!

Family Fun - Napali Coast

Enter Multiple Sea Caves

Camera Safe - Napali Coast

Camera Safe

Made with Aloha

Made with Aloha

Knowledgeable Crew - Napali Coast

Knowledgeable Staff

The Na Pali Coast of Kauai is full of Natural Beauty and Wonder


Our family has been showing visitors on Kauai for hundreds of years. We have a fleet of boats that are built specifically to navigate this rugged coastline in comfort. With three different styles of riding to choose from, your group will have an unforgettable time on the water with our passionate local crew.
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Our Value

Amazing 5-Hour Tour

Deli lunch, cold drinks & Local juices

All snorkel equipment & Flotation devices

West departure more time on coast

Offering Private Tours

Perfect for smaller groups

Up to 12 pax on Makana

Up to 16 pax on Seiko

Up to 32 pax on our Na Pali Kai III

Experience

Waterfalls

Spinner dolphins

Our Hawaiian History

Amazing sea life & much more!

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