The 7 Best Snorkelling in Kauai

1.Na Pali Coast Half-Day Raft and Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,609 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $217Our pick

Ride a 14-person raft along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast, explore sea caves, snorkel with turtles, and watch for dolphins and humpback whales.

“We booked this tour for adventure and to see the amazing Napali coast. Adventure wise it was amazing! 10/10. However, I felt that we did not spend enough time at the final and most important point of Napali. This was extremely disappointing, the captain gave us a quick” pee break” and then she headed back! Very sad about this! I did not get enough time to take good pictures it felt very rushed. Also, please provide everyone with gloves at the beginning of the tour, not towards the middle/end when everyone has wounds on their hands already!”

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2.Na Pali Coast Super Raft Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,530 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $235

Ride a 37-foot raft along Kauai’s Nā Pali Coast, enter sea caves, watch for dolphins, and snorkel with turtles when conditions allow.

“An unforgettable rafting excursion along the Na Pali coast! From start to finish, the ride was an absolute blast—exciting, smooth, and perfectly paced to enjoy both the adventure and the scenery. The staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, sharing interesting insights about the coastline and making everyone feel safe and welcome. One of the highlights was spotting dolphins swimming nearby—truly magical! The snorkeling stop was another standout, with crystal-clear water and plenty of time to explore and relax. This experience was the perfect mix of fun, nature, and discovery. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Na Pali coast and looking for an unforgettable day...”

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3.Deluxe Na Pali Morning Snorkel Tour on the Lucky Lady

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,485 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $233

Cruise Kauai’s Na Pali Coast aboard the Lucky Lady for sea cliffs, dolphins, snorkeling, an onboard lunch, and practical ocean-going fun.

“Great tour. All of the staff was super friendly and helpful. Boat was clean. Not overcrowded so there was plenty of space to spread out. Saw lots of dolphins and some whales too. The napili coast line was spectacular. Thank you for a memorable day”

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4.Kauai’s Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel in South Poipu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 875 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $119Best value

Small-group Poipu shore snorkeling with expert guides, calm reefs, tropical fish, sea turtles, gear, snacks, and water included.

“Great experience! We saw so many cool fish and sea turtles. Laura and Keoni were our guides and they were fantastic! Highly recommend this tour.”

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5.Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 736 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $237

Ride a fast Zodiac along Kauai’s Nā Pali Coast for cliffs, caves, dolphins, seasonal whales, and snorkeling when ocean conditions allow.

“Such a fun boat ride! The ride is bumpy, but so worth it. Going into the caves was amazing and the view of the coast is spectacular! Captain Brandon was great, very experienced and knowledgeable. We did not get to snorkel, but did have a chance to swim in the ocean. A really fun day, I would definitely recommend!”

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6.Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 567 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $160

Kayak the Hanalei River and Bay, snorkel with turtles, and enjoy a beach lunch with local guides on this active Kauai half-day tour.

“This was a ton of fun. While we were on the river, our guide provided all kinds of information about the plants and birds we were seeing, along with the history of the region. The gear was top notch and the snorkeling itself was a great experience. After snorkeling, the lunch was perfect.”

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7.Kauai’s Na Pali Coast Snorkel and Sail Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $292

Sail Kauai’s Na Pali Coast aboard the Leila catamaran with snorkeling, island meals, wildlife sightings, and practical tips about rough seas.

“The trip was fantastic! The crew was very professional & friendly! The crew had many interesting facts to share. The boat was very clean & organized. I will definitely recommend to my friends & family”

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