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Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Sea Caves Expedition on Kauai

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About this activity

Embark on the ultimate summer adventure: a thrilling Zodiac raft tour to Kauai’s Na Pali Coast Sea Caves, available May 17 –September 20. Enjoy a fast-paced, intimate exploration of hidden caves, dramatic cliffs, pristine beaches, and cascading waterfalls, all guided by a family-owned company staffed by USCG veterans. Safety comes first, while snacks, fruit, and cold beverages keep you comfortable throughout this epic ocean journey.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 28 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Na Pali Riders

Ages: Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Iced Beverages - Water, Juice (Alohas), Gatorade
Included: Lifejackets - They are optional and you receive them upon check-in
Included: Snacks: Chips, Sliced pineapple and apples
Included: 3 Hours of a Thrilling Adventure of a Lifetime!
Included: Dry bag to store your items you bring on board

Not included

Not included: Parking at Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor is $20.00 + tax per vehicle for 8 hours.
Not included: Optional Photo Package includes 150-500 photos and videos of your tour!
Not included: TRANSPORTATION POLICY:After checking in at our office, you MUST provide your own ride to the harbor.
Not included: Hotel or Cruise Ship pick-up and drop-off
Not included: Gratuity / Towels / Sunblock not included but recommended

Itinerary

Na Pali Coast, ideal for adventure seekers in good physical condition. You'll navigate into as many sea caves as conditions allow, taking in stunning scenery of cliffs, valleys, waterfalls, and rare beaches from water level. Fresh fruit, Hawaiian chips, and cold drinks are provided, and all cave entries and activities are subject to weather and ocean safety. This is not a gentle cruise—expect a ride similar to whitewater rafting on the ocean. Not suitable for pregnant guests, those with neck/back issues, or those prone to motion sickness. For year-round options, ask about the snorkel tour offered by the same crew.

Stop 1
Na Pali Coast State Park
Kalalau Trail

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

CHECK-IN POLICY

•Arrive at Na Pali Riders office in Waimea, KAUAI 45 minutes before departure with waivers signed-Departure time is the time on your itinerary

•If not checked in before the safety brief begins, the tour is missed

•YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION TO THE HARBOR AFTER CHECKIN

End point

CHECK-IN POLICY

•Arrive at Na Pali Riders office in Waimea, KAUAI 45 minutes before departure with waivers signed-Departure time is the time on your itinerary

•If not checked in before the safety brief begins, the tour is missed

•YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION TO THE HARBOR AFTER CHECKIN

Using your ticket

Mahalo for choosing NaPali Riders to take you to the NaPali Coast on KAUAI.

If you have any questions please call us directly at 808-742-6331

CHECK IN 45 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE

LATE=NO TOUR, NO REFUND

You are required to check in at 2:45 PM.

LOCATION: Meet us at NĀ PALI RIDERS OFFICE on KAUAI at 9600 Kaumuali’i Highway

Waimea, HI 96796

TRANSPORTATION POLICY: After check-in is complete, we're headed to Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor - YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION TO THE HARBOR!

SAFETY: No pregnant guests, No recent surgeries or any back/neck/heart or medical issues.

WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT OUR LOCATION:

Ensure waivers are completed for everyone in your party
Get your dry bag and optional life jacket
Use the restroom, pack your dry bag, take motion sickness medication & apply sunscreen
Scan the QR code on the picnic table to complete your parking for the harbor
Receive the safety briefing from crew
Once the safety briefing is complete you will get back into your vehicle and drive to Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor to board the boat for your adventure of a lifetime

DRIVING TIMES TO WAIMEA TOWN KAUAI:

Please be considerate and plan ahead! Give yourselves MORE THAN ENOUGH driving time so that you arrive on time for your raft tour. We cannot stress this enough!

From Princeville - 1 hour 45 minutes

From Kapaa - 1 hour

From Lihue - 45 minutes

From Poipu - 35 minutes

From Kekaha - 15 minutes

WHAT TO BRING:

Comfortable clothing

Swimsuit (wear it) (No Swimming on This Tour)

Towel

Reef Safe Sunscreen

Sunglasses

Hat (tie-down is recommended)

You will be barefoot on the raft tour (socks or water shoes are allowed)

Cash for gratuity

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

Light fruits, chips and drinks (non-alcoholic beverages)

Waterproof duffel bag

Life vests (Provided upon request)

REMINDER:

If you feel that our crew has provided exceptional service after your tour, you’re welcome to show your appreciation with a gratuity. Please consider bringing cash with you for this purpose.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We cannot accommodate anyone that is pregnant or has back issues, neck issues, heart conditions or any recent surgeries or children under the age of 5!.
We recommend booking early in your vacation in case of a weather cancellation, you have more time left in your vacation to rebook.
Raft tours will include seeing and possibly entering sea caves, but only if the ocean conditions are safe enough to do so. Your tour’s Captain will make this decision.
Any recent surgeries
You cannot attend if you are pregnant
WARNING: The Zodiac© raft makes for a wild and rough ride. Due to the nature of the Nā Pali Ocean Raft Tour, you must be in good physical condition to attend this tour. We cannot accommodate pregnant women, anyone with back or neck problems, medical conditions or recent surgeries.
No children under the age of 5 years old