Tours In Kauai Hawaii: Numbers To Know

Kauai na pali boat tours
A helicopter flying past rain clouds above a green Kauai mountain ridge
A tour helicopter on a grass apron at a Lihue heliport with rotors stopped and crew standing beside it.
A whale tail fluke lifting water as the animal dives near a small tour boat
11 miles
Kalalau Trail, One Way · Hanakapi'ai Valley is 2 miles in; going past it needs a camping permit
Nov to Apr
Whale Season · NOAA says whales can be seen from shore and at sea from November through April
36.22 in
Rain At Lihue Per Year · NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals; July is the driest month at 1.75 in, March the wettest at 5.61 in
30 days
Haena Reservation Window · Haena entry slots open 30 days ahead; Kalalau camping permits open 90 days ahead
$5 + $10
Waimea Canyon And Koke'e Entry · Non-resident entry per person plus parking per vehicle; one parking ticket covers both lots

Tours In Kauai Hawaii By Trip Type

Na Pali Boats

All 25 Na Pali Boats on one page →

Sunset Cruises

All 2 Sunset Cruises on one page →

Helicopters

Eco Adventure Helicopter

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters' Eco Adventure spends about 50 minutes in the air over the island's wettest corners, an overflight with no landing and free cancellation if plans shift.

★ 4.8 (2,065)from $48950 minutes

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All 11 Helicopters on one page →

Snorkeling

Lucky Lady Snorkel, Lunch Included

Kauai Sea Tours' deluxe cruise aboard the Lucky Lady spends roughly five and a half hours on the water, with snorkeling along the Na Pali Coast worked into the day.

★ 4.7 (1,641)from $233.735 hours 30 minutes

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All 21 Snorkeling on one page →

Waimea Canyon

All 12 Waimea Canyon on one page →

Island Sightseeing

All 18 Island Sightseeing on one page →

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  1. Koloa Zipline

    3 hours · Free cancellation

    from $169.63 ★ 5.0 (7,558)

  2. Na Pali Coast Airplane Tour

    1 hour 5 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $159 ★ 4.8 (2,105)

  3. Eco Adventure Helicopter

    50 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $489 ★ 4.8 (2,065)

  4. Amelia K Day Boat Tour

    5 hours · Free cancellation

    from $227.13 ★ 4.9 (2,052)

  5. Kalamaku Buffet Dinner Luau

    4 to 6 hours · Free cancellation

    from $186.52 ★ 4.3 (1,830)

  6. Private Doors-Off Waterfall Flight

    1 hour 15 minutes · Free cancellation

    from $425 ★ 5.0 (1,794)

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TourKindMealLengthMeetsFromRatingBook
Koloa ZiplineKoloa Zipline Ziplines Meal included in the fare 3 hours (approx.) Sent With Confirmation $169.63 ★ 5.07,558 reviews Check availability
Na Pali Coast Airplane TourAir Ventures Hawaii Airplanes Meal not stated 1 hour 5 minutes (approx.) Sent With Confirmation $159 ★ 4.82,105 reviews Check availability
Eco Adventure HelicopterBlue Hawaiian Helicopters - Kauai Helicopters Meal not stated 50 minutes (approx.) Sent With Confirmation $489 ★ 4.82,065 reviews Check availability
Amelia K Day Boat TourMakana Charters Na Pali Boats Meal included in the fare 5 hours (approx.) Sent With Confirmation $227.13 ★ 4.92,052 reviews Check availability
Kalamaku Buffet Dinner LuauLuau Kalamaku Luaus Meal included in the fare 4 to 6 hours (approx.) Sent With Confirmation $186.52 ★ 4.31,830 reviews Check availability
Private Doors-Off Waterfall FlightAli'i Kauai Air Tours & Charters Helicopters Meal not stated 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) Sent With Confirmation $425 ★ 5.01,794 reviews Check availability

Best Month For Tours In Kauai Hawaii

Rain At Lihue
Average High78.6°78.1°78.5°79.8°81.6°83.3°84.6°85.2°85.3°83.9°81.2°79.1°
WhalesWhale seasonWhale seasonWhale seasonWhale seasonWhale seasonWhale season
North Shore SeaSwellSwellSwellSwellCalmCalmCalmCalmCalmSwellSwellSwell
  • Under 2.5 in
  • 2.5 to 3.7 in
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January

Average High: 78.6 F Rain At Lihue: 2.78 in Whales: Whale season North Shore Sea: Swell

Average High: 78.6 F

February

Average High: 78.1 F Rain At Lihue: 3.63 in Whales: Whale season North Shore Sea: Swell

Average High: 78.1 F

March

Average High: 78.5 F Rain At Lihue: 5.61 in Whales: Whale season North Shore Sea: Swell

Average High: 78.5 F

April

Average High: 79.8 F Rain At Lihue: 2.03 in Whales: Whale season North Shore Sea: Swell

Average High: 79.8 F

May

Average High: 81.6 F Rain At Lihue: 2.18 in Whales: - North Shore Sea: Calm

Average High: 81.6 F

June

Average High: 83.3 F Rain At Lihue: 1.79 in Whales: - North Shore Sea: Calm

Average High: 83.3 F

July

Average High: 84.6 F Rain At Lihue: 1.75 in Whales: - North Shore Sea: Calm

Average High: 84.6 F

August

Average High: 85.2 F Rain At Lihue: 2.33 in Whales: - North Shore Sea: Calm

Average High: 85.2 F

September

Average High: 85.3 F Rain At Lihue: 2.18 in Whales: - North Shore Sea: Calm

Average High: 85.3 F

October

Average High: 83.9 F Rain At Lihue: 3.27 in Whales: - North Shore Sea: Swell

Average High: 83.9 F

November

Average High: 81.2 F Rain At Lihue: 4.03 in Whales: Whale season North Shore Sea: Swell

Average High: 81.2 F

December

Average High: 79.1 F Rain At Lihue: 4.64 in Whales: Whale season North Shore Sea: Swell

Average High: 79.1 F

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MonthAverage HighRain At LihueWhalesNorth Shore Sea
January78.6 F2.78 inWhale seasonSwell
February78.1 F3.63 inWhale seasonSwell
March78.5 F5.61 inWhale seasonSwell
April79.8 F2.03 inWhale seasonSwell
May81.6 F2.18 in-Calm
June83.3 F1.79 in-Calm
July84.6 F1.75 in-Calm
August85.2 F2.33 in-Calm
September85.3 F2.18 in-Calm
October83.9 F3.27 in-Swell
November81.2 F4.03 inWhale seasonSwell
December79.1 F4.64 inWhale seasonSwell

The Na Pali Coast Four Ways: Catamaran, Raft, Helicopter Or Hike

CatamaranRaftHelicopterHike
Departs FromPort Allen in Eleele for most listings; a few leave from Kekaha or WaimeaPort Allen in Eleele or WaimeaLihue, along Ahukini RoadHaena State Park trailhead, on foot
Time On Tour3 to 8 hours across 18 listings3 to 6.5 hours across 6 listings45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes on 9 of 11 listingsHanakapi'ai Valley is 2 miles in; the full trail is 11 miles one way
From Price Per Person$190 to $361$215 to $277$221 to $579No tour. Haena entry slots are booked through Go Haena
What You SeeThe coast from the water; 9 of 18 listing titles add a snorkel stopSea caves and snorkel stops named in the listing titlesWaterfall and canyon routes named in the listing titlesThe valley floor and the trail itself, at walking pace
Access RulesBooked and run by the operatorBooked and run by the operatorBooked and run by the operatorCamping permit past Hanakapi'ai, up to 90 days ahead; park rules prohibit commercial guiding at Haena
Current AccessSubject to current harbor and sea noticesSubject to current harbor and sea noticesSubject to current weather and flight noticesSubject to current state park notices

Where Tours In Kauai Hawaii Start

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Kapaa And The East Side

Princeville And The North Shore

Poipu And The South Shore

Waimea And The West Side

  1. Lihue AirportLihue · 13 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  2. Lihue Helicopter Terminals, Ahukini RoadLihue · 14 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  3. Nawiliwili Small Boat HarborLihue · 11 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  4. Kipu Ranch Zipline Base, LihueLihue · 6.3 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  5. Wailua MarinaKapaa And The East Side · 20 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  6. Wailua Nui Luau, Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua BayKapaa And The East Side · 20 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  7. Kapaa TownKapaa And The East Side · 23 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
10 more places
  1. Hanalei Bay And PierPrinceville And The North Shore · 35 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  2. PrincevillePrinceville And The North Shore · 36 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  3. Koloa Zipline Base, PoipuPoipu And The South Shore
  4. Poipu BeachPoipu And The South Shore · 3.0 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  5. Koloa LandingPoipu And The South Shore · 3.1 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  6. Port Allen Small Boat HarborWaimea And The West Side · 14 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  7. Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor, KekahaWaimea And The West Side · 26 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  8. Waimea TownWaimea And The West Side · 24 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  9. Waimea Canyon LookoutWaimea And The West Side · 29 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line
  10. Kalalau Lookout, Koke'eWaimea And The West Side · 35 km from Koloa Zipline Base, Poipu in a straight line

What Guests Say About Tours In Kauai Hawaii

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“This is a great day trip to see the Nāpali coast up front and in person. The scenery is fantastic, the Amelie K is a great power boat and a blast to experience.”
Timothy B., operator-listing review of Amelia K Day Boat Tour
“My friend and I had such a fun experience! Captain Nohili and Max did a wonderful job guiding us along the coast telling us historical stories of the native Hawaiian culture and the land.”
Katie H., operator-listing review of 4-Hour 30-Minute Super Raft Snorkel
“Must do experience, such a diverse island that can really only be appreciated by air. Smooth flight, great narration by our pilot Alex as we traversed the island.”
Ann B., operator-listing review of Eco Adventure Helicopter
“Our Pilot, Will, was awesome! He did a great job explaining the Island. This is absolutely the best way to see Kaua’i.”
Connie B., operator-listing review of Private Doors-Off Waterfall Flight

Where To Stay Near The Tour Departures

A calm south shore bay with turquoise water and a rocky point in the distance
Poipu resort

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa

1571 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756 (Poipu, south shore)

★ 9.4 · 1,006 reviews

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Palm-lined shoreline along Kauai's south coast with turquoise water and a sandy beach
Kalapaki Beach resort

Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766 (Kalapaki Beach, central)

★ 9.2 · 1,246 reviews

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Calm clear water over a shallow coral reef near a sandy south shore beach
Princeville north-shore resort

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

5520 Ka Haku Rd, Princeville, HI 96722 (north shore)

★ 9.2 · 354 reviews

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Tours In Kauai Hawaii FAQ

A boat underway on calm water below the eroded green walls of the Na Pali coast
Do Kauai Tours Cancel For Weather?

Yes, and dependable operators cancel rather than run unsafe trips. Helicopter flights reschedule or refund when wind, cloud, or rain interferes; boat tours cancel for high swell; whether a snorkel run happens is each operator's call.

Do Na Pali boat tours run year round?

Departures run all year, though winter swell, roughly October through April, brings more cancellations, especially aboard smaller rafts, and sea cave runs become less frequent. Access also hinges on harbor and state park status, so check current DLNR notices and confirm the operator's schedule for your date.

Are helicopter tours in Kauai safe?

Kauai's major helicopter operators hold FAA air-taxi certificates and use standardized doors-off protocols, including harnesses and bans on loose items. Weather judgement drives most incidents here, which is why operators cancel readily rather than fly marginal conditions.

Can You See The Na Pali Coast For Free?

No, no road serves the Na Pali Coast, and the only free viewing option is the Kalalau Trail. Hiking it requires a paid Haena State Park entry reservation, a camping permit past Hanakapiai, and trail access depends on state park notices.

Do Kids Pay Full Price On Kauai Tours?

Almost every Kauai tour here is priced per person, and once a child meets the minimum age the rate usually matches the adult price. Audio driving tours are the budget pick at $19.99 per person, the cheapest way for a family to cover the island's sights.

Can you get around Kauai without staying near the tours?

Yes, if you plan around tours with pickup included. The Legends, Waterfalls and Geysers small-group tour, several luaus, and some sightseeing trips collect guests across the island, removing the location penalty on those days.

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