We had an amazing time with Captian Mac and First Mate Cassie. Saftey first--Captain Mac has a ton of experience on this ocean and was careful to remind us to be safe. They stop often and share fun facts from history to geology, to Hawaiian culture to movie trivia. The whole ride was accompanied by an amazing playlist. The ride from the back of the boat was very comfortable for those of us older folks, while kids said the front was pretty adventurous. I was worried about being on a bumpy ride for four hours, but it was really wonderful. They time the stops perfectly so you never have the "are we there yet" feeling. The views are amazing. Weather was accomodating and we got all the way up the coast, saw dolphins and mountain goats, got to snorkle with a few fish in the bluest water imaginable. We could have spent the whole day with them. Go. Sing along with them, laugh at their jokes. Enjoy 4 hours with some of God's most awe inspiring creations. Cassie's pictures and videos are well worth the cost! read more

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Everything! Exhilarating ride. Fantastic crew and amazing cave journeys. Great history lessons and FUN in the sun!

Amazing tour with awesome views. The crew members were knowledgeable and fun. They were also very kind to help guide and ease us into the waters for those of us who are timid in the ocean. The caves were surreal- we went into several of them! And to top it off, we saw many spinner dolphins right around our boat!! Would highly recommend!! read more

THE BEST EXPERIENCE IN KAUAI! This should be on your list when you visit the garden isle. Napali Coast is gorgeous and experiencing it via raft just makes it extra special. Captain Brandon was able to take us into the sea caves and we did some snorkeling after too. This is not a catamaran but a raft -- so expect some rough rides along the waves and an adventure of a lifetime. We did the morning tour 6:30AM and check in was at 5:45am. We drove about a mile to the small harbor after, you do have to pay $20 for the parking though. They sell almost everything else you need in the Napali riders office such as dramamine if you get sea sick, or a waterproof case for your phone. The essentials such as a dry bag, life vests and snorkel gear are provided for you. They also had cold drinks and snacks for the trip! I highly recommend booking Na Pali Riders for your Napali coast tour. Very much worth it! Thank you Capt and team for such a great trip! read more

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AWESOME zodiac tour of the Nepali coast. The captain maneuvered into and out of the caves with incredible skill. This is a must-do adventure when in Kauai! And the pictures, videos, and music are amazing. Made some new friends! read more

THE BEST BEST BEST TOUR! Captain Mack and Tom nailed it! They played banger after banger on the speaker, fed us great snacks, gave us awesome information, and took us to the coolest caves, and cliffs. Super knowledgeable, super kind, and just incredibly fun. The 4 hour tour is the way to go. Captain Mack & Tom, if you're ever in Colorado, hit us up! Appreciate yall! read more

My sister and I did this tour yesterday and it was such a unique experience! We really wanted to experience the caves and luckily the weather permitted us to go into several really unique ones (it is disclosed that sometimes the conditions may not allow the boat to go inside the caves). The tour itself was exciting, and our tour guide and Captain Brandon had really cool information to share about the coast. They provided snacks and drinks, and made the experience feel very safe , even though we were going what felt really fast. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who loves a fast boat and beautiful views . read more

Na Pali Riders - Boating Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

Such a fun and unique experience! My husband and I went on this tour. I think there were a total of 21 people on the boat. Breathtaking views of the NaPali coast. We saw lots of dolphins. Captain Mikayla was so much fun and I loved her playlist. Tom was also great. Be ready for a fun adventure- high speed and a bumpy ride but it's so much fun! We were lucky to have a really beautiful day out there. read more

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Such a fun experience and the crew was 10/10!! Highly recommend for anyone looking to explore the Napali Coast while visiting Kauai!

This was one of the highlights of our honeymoon! The staff was so knowledgeable and took great care of us. Plus, it was FUN. If you like a little adrenaline rush, I cannot recommend a more memorable way to see Na Pali. read more

This was awesome! My husband and I throughly enjoyed our ride along the Na Pali coast. Cory and Payton were knowledgeable, whimsical, and fun! It was white water rafting but ocean style! Be prepared to see wildlife, amazing sea caves, big waves, and jaw dropping cliffs. read more

It was a lot of fun. Enjoyed our guide and captain both were wonderful! Highly recommend and worth the price!!

This was our favorite activity during our week long stay in Kauai! The staff is friendly, fun and knowledgeable. The weather was great, so we were able to go in and out of the caves, snorkel and enjoy the gorgeous view! Like they will tell you, this is not a tea and crumpets cruise - it's fast and exciting! I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to see the NaPali coast! read more

If you're looking for a thrilling, fast adventure along the beautiful North coast of Kaua'i, this is it!! Brandon is an exceptional captain with years of experience, gave us his background and made everyone feel comfortable. He got us into caves along the North coast that other tours wouldn't be able to!! He played great music along the ride as well and both he and Cassie gave us so much information along the ride! This tour is fast, exhilarating, and one hell of a time. If you have an adventurous spirit, book here! read more

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Fabulous ride, great captain and guide. We sat in the middle towards the font and the view when whale watching was the only downside (looking through people) but the view of the coast and caves was great and the ride was smoother but still an adventure. I'd recommend this to any family with adventurous kids 12+ (might be long for the weenies or the very young) Love supporting our active/beteran Coasties! We got to see an impressive air display from some USAF planes firing flares and flying right over us in formation. So cool-free air show read more

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Na Pali Riders was truly AMAZING. This was definitely a highlight during my time in Kauai. The captain had an amazing energy, and really made this feel like an adventure. Highly recommend!!! read more

We came out to Kauai for the first time for a first time family/friends trip, this was by far the most favorite of the week long trip. We had the pleasure of having captain Mack, who is an absolute treasure if you haven't had the pleasure of meeting her. She is so fun to have with us on the tour! She gave excellent hospitality, amazing information about the culture of the island and was such a light. We will be back 100% based off the experience alone. Thank you so much for having us! read more

Friendly staff, excellent trip down the coast. Highly recommended if you can appreciate a wild ride. 10/10, will definitely repeat if I ever come back! read more

Great time all the way around! The boat was great, the time that snorkeling was appropriate. And learned a lot each of the places we stopped. A definite must do while you are on Kaua'i For the people whining in reviews that it was too rough......you were pre-warned that this isn't a Disney boat ride, it's an adventure ride, and you actually need to be a little adventurous! read more

An absolute thrill. Very friendly and knowledgeable crew, and unbelievable views and wildlife.

Good experience :) We left promptly on schedule & returned a little bit early while still having time to see a little more than usual due to calm waters, great weather and low tides. Remember that this is primarily a Na Pali Coast tour with a short snorkeling stop, and there are only light snacks - small baggies of apple & pineapple slices, chips, and drinks or water. But the driver/tour guide and photographer/tour guide were really knowledgeable about the geography of the Na Pali coastline, the Hawaiian natives, and pointed out waterfalls, previous native settlement sites and burial locations along the coast. We visited areas where famous movies and music videos were filmed and got to go into sea caves with this smaller, open Zodiac raft with about 28 people on board. You DO get bounced around a lot on the open ocean, you WILL get sprayed with sea water, and they play upbeat music, so if you are physically fit, don't have any physical restrictions and you prefer more of an adventure rather than a smooth luxury cruise then this is the tour for you! read more

This boat tour exceeded my expectations. Captain Mac is an amazing captain and all around bad a$$. Safe, knowledgeable, patient, and funny. Her crew were fantastic as well. Loved Peyton's energy and Dane's helpfulness. Highly recommend! read more

Loved our NaPali riders adventure! Best day of our Kaua'i trip. Great crew, amazing cave and fun boating experience. Snorkeling wasn't great as far as what fish were in that part of the water but otherwise amazing day read more

My husband and I enjoyed every minute of the ride out to the coast! We loved the fun energy the crew had and how knowledgeable they were about the history they shared and they were pretty funny too! The sights and the beautiful views you see are out of this world. We went in about 7 different sea caves all of which are unique. I highly recommend going with them. I think we had Troy as our captain! If you're looking for a booze cruise try something else, if you're looking for a wicked adventure this is the spot. 10/10 read more

Awesome time all around. This is not exactly a relaxing trip; it's a fast paced, loud music, bumpy ride across the western coast of Kauai. The views are spectacular, the vibe is top notch, and the staff is awesome. If you're up for an adventure, it's well worth it. You will most likely see dolphins. And they might even take you further than other boats will... read more

It was epic! Tom was friendly from the beginning. He helped prep the trip and was an amazing guide and his photos were worth three times as much what they cost. Brandon and Dane were incredible captains. We seemed to be the envy of all other tours on the coast. Dolphins, reef fish, endless views, and they took us places few other tours were going. It was a blend of modern and traditional Hawaiian culture and history. I wouldn't hesitate to book this tour again. read more

Truly, where do I begin?! I think my life just peaked on this boat ride. Payton and Captain Makayla (who became ohana by the end) made up our crew on a beautifully sunny Thursday morning. Payton went through the safety specs of the life vests and what to do in an emergency at the Na Pali Riders meeting spot. We all had to re-park our cars at the small boat harbor and pay $20 for parking. Once we got to "Sea Biscuit" (the raft), we took off our shoes and chose our seats! We opted for the most adventurous seats right in front and boy oh boy, we got some airtime. Prepare to flex your arm muscles and hang on! This boat flies FAST! I swear my body was pumping all the feel good hormones as the music was blasting, the sun was shining, and we were all flying on the water. High on life. We saw many dolphins scattered throughout the tour. The Na Pali cliffs never disappoint with their majestic beauty. Makayla and Payton had endless stories to share about their own experiences on island and the history of the locations we stopped to stare at, from beaches, to caves, to waterfalls. They were incredibly kind and genuine people that made us all feel comfortable. Our crew noticed the usual snorkel spot was murky and, therefore, unswimmable. They ushered us out a bit father from the coast to a more clear location and we had a little "pool party" instead where we jumped off the boat with some pool noodles, snorkels and music. After the swim, they provided some cold fruit, juices, water and chips. If you're on the fence at all about this tour, you need to book this experience. Choose Na Pali Riders as they are a small family-owned business. This raft ride truly is now a core life memory for me. They even provide you with a dry bag for all your belongings and snap photos of you throughout the tour. You have the option to review and purchase the phot package back at the meeting spot. Thank you Na Pali Riders, Payton and Makayla!! You provided magic during our trip to Kauai!! :) read more

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Thank you for an inspiring and fabulous Na Pali Coast tour! All six of us were over the moon at the fantastic experience. Captain Brandon was exceptional -- combining Coast Guard training/experience & efficiency with knowledge & passion. Payton added to the boat's charm with her enthusiasm and helpfulness. We highly recommend this family-owned business and would most definitely do it again! read more

Our trip with the Na Pali Riders may be one of my top life experiences. It's quite an adventure but the crew was so kind and knowledgeable. The adventures around the coast, and into caves is unforgettable and worth every second! Cannot recommend enough. read more

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Our favorite day on the island was spent here. Beautiful waters, caves, waterfalls, and landscapes! Truly an amazing adventure, we highly recommend. read more

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We did the 4 hour experience with captain Brandon and crew and had an amazing time. Safety is his number one priority, which is awesome for a trip like this. It was FAST and LOUD, so be ready for it. We had a few stops and learned some awesome stuff about the Napali Coast. The weather was cooperative and we were able to get in all the caves as well as about 30 minutes of snorkeling. The crew was great, super fun to be around and made the trip for us. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fast, fun trip up the Napali Coast with an experienced, friendly crew. I appreciate that Brandon is a Coast Guard Vet as well. Being a veteran myself, I like to support veteran owned businesses. Give them a shot if you are looking for something to fill a morning or afternoon, you won't be disappointed! read more

This tour was the real deal. It was one of the most beautiful and adventurous things I have ever done. Also really cool to support a family business. They know what they are doing. If you're considering it - do it!! read more

Fantastic experience. Mack and Cassie were the best crew ever - very knowledgeable and informative about the landscape and history, and Mack provided the appropriate soundtrack. This is a great, small family owned company run by former Coastguard members who put safety first. read more

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Brandon and Cassie were great. They made the trip really fun. The Na Pali coast of course was spectacular. Going inside the caves was amazing. Saw lots of fish when snorkeling. During our trip back, Cassie saw two whales and Brandon took us closer so everyone could see them. We also saw some really playful dolphins, and Brandon stop so we could all watch them for a while. They went out of their way to make sure everyone got to enjoy the natural wonders the ocean was sharing with us. Highly recommend!!! read more

If I could rate them a 12/10 I would! My husband and I did an amazing tour on our honeymoon trip! It was absolutely incredible, and by far our favorite activity we did for our stay! (We are very adventurous, sky diving in Kauai, 8.5 mile hike to Hanakapia'i Falls etc.) Na Pali boat tour was a standout! Our captain Mac and Tom were 10/10 to have together on our tour. We highly recommend using Na Pali Riders for your boat adventure! Dolphins swam up to our boat, whale watching 4x, swimming with sea turtles, historic sites, legend waterfalls ( we were dunked in the fertility falls for a little honeymoon encouragement ) etc. this will be your favorite 4 hours of your entire trip to Kauai! Thank you Mac and Tom! You guys rock! read more

So fun! Our family loved this trip. It's more of an adventure than just a boat trip, which suits our family. We really could see how dedicated the staff is; they were so helpful and provided a lot of interesting information along the way. Since we visited in winter we knew the conditions would dictate what activities would be available (snorkeling, etc), and the staff did an amazing job being flexible and providing other options that were fun! We saw a billion whales. Many thumbs up to Tom and Captain Mack. read more

Experienced crew. Fun fun fun. very knowledgeable about coast, history and wildlife.Saw whales, turtles and dolphins!!

This was truly one of the most EPIC experiences of our whole lives - some of the most gorgeous views in all of Creation! 1000% recommendations doing this tour with this tour company - they are the sweetest family and, as Coast Guard veterans, the captains are WAY overqualified to take you safely around the Napali Coast. You will not regret booking this one! read more

Na Pali Riders - Boating Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

One of the most memorable experiences of my life. There may be many options for Na Pali Coast trips, but if you want an adventure... this is it! The captain was so good, always felt safe. music and riding the waves This was a trip of a lifetime; such a fun ride! read more

WOW. 4th time on the island but first time doing a zodiac raft tour with Na Pali Riders. To put it simply, IT WAS INCREDIBLE. We did a regular boat tour of the Na Pali Coast last year with another company and it didn't even compare to how much fun we had with Na Pali riders! Going inside the caves was surreal and a completely unique experience. We were blessed with a girl crew (Captain Mak and Peyton) who were amazingly friendly and fantastic! They gave great info at each stop we made and made it super entertaining and fun. Captain Mak was funny, joyful, inspiring, and radiated positive energy! We only want her as our captain from here on out! We will be requesting her every year we come to Kauai! We were lucky to have experienced a beautiful sunny day on the Na Pali coast with nice people. The conditions weren't ideal for snorkeling so Captain Mak found us a nice spot to have a pool party instead which was just as enjoyable. We also got to see spinner dolphins multiple times which is our favorite animal so we had the most wonderful time to say the least! If you are wondering what to do on Kauai, this is an absolute must!! HUGE THANK YOU TO CAPTAIN MAK AND PEYTON!!!!!! WE WILL BE BACK!!! read more