Where to Book Kauai Rafting Tours: the 3 Best

1.Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 736 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $237 a head Our pick

You’ll ride with Na Pali Riders from Waimea in a roughly 30-foot Zodiac, guided by captains such as Brendon, Mack, and Brandon. Expect dramatic cliffs, waterfalls, dolphins, winter whales, possible cave entry, and snorkeling when conditions are safe. This is a wet, rough, open-air ride with no onboard bathroom.

“AWESOME EXPERIENCE! Kevin and Kathy were friendly and informative! We felt safe! I would do it again! Beautiful scenery! Very fun!”

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2.Nu’alolo Kai Beach Landing Raft Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $277 a head

Set out at 6:30 a.m. from Eleele for a six-and-a-half-hour raft trip along Kauai’s Na Pali Coast. With guides such as JR, CJ, Drake, Noah, and Matt, you may enter sea caves, spot dolphins and turtles, snorkel, and walk through the ancient Nu'alolo Kai fishing village. This is a wet, bumpy adventure for fit adults and children age 7 and up.

“Crew was fantastic- captain Skye and CJ. Very informative about the valleys and legends. Loved the adventure. Highly recommend.”

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3.Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Sea Caves Expedition on Kauai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $225 a head Cheapest seat

This three-hour Na Pali Riders trip takes you from Waimea into sea caves and along Kauai’s cliffs aboard a fast Zodiac raft. Captains such as Brandon, Mack, Croix, and Dakota handle the route as ocean conditions allow. Expect a rough, wet ride, snacks, drinks, dry bags, and close views of waterfalls, valleys, beaches, and possible dolphins.

“Very cool experience, both the boat ride and the beautiful sites! The boat captain, Brandon, definitely knew what he was doing. It was a fairly rough day and he was throttling up and down to navigate the chop well! My wife had gotten sea sick in the past and a Dramamine enabled her to get through this awesome experience with no issues. Brandon got us into the tight caves even with the rough seas. Very much recommend these guys!”

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