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Na Pali Coast


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 197 attractions in Kauai
Traveler Description: A scenic area offering beautiful beaches and dramatic cliffs.
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Attraction type: Trail, State park, Scenic/historic walking area, Scenic drive, Hiking trail, Beach, Geological formation, Historic walking area, Nature reserve
Activities: Viewing wildlife, Snorkeling
Address: Northwest shore (end of Hwy 56)
West Side Kauai, HI 96714
Tel: (800) 262-1400

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5 of 5 stars
fromtoadhall   4 contributions
Vancouver Canada
Oct 28, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We've been on other Napali tours as we have been coming to Kauai every year for the last ten years. Napali Coast Hanalei Tours unlike the big cats operates out of Hanalei so you reach the Napali in minutes versus hours so more time for exploring and snorkelling. Their smaller cat called UFO can actually get inside the waterfall caves... more

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5 of 5 stars
outdoormama   1 contribution
Michigan
Oct 15, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We were so glad that we splurged and took our entire family (2parents of 9 and 7 year old kids and my 66 year old mother) on this catermaran tour of the Na Pali coast. We agreed that it was the best way to see the coast and you get to see so much more than if we had taken... more

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5 of 5 stars
akwheels   1 contribution
florida
Oct 12, 2009

We went on the early am. Capt Andy's tour. It was great...with a nice breakfast awaiting us on board. The trip was smooth and fantastic...tho the am hours are not perfect for picture taking. I might take the afternoon tour for better pictures. Snorkeling was great! and the boat crew is fantastic! Try Capt Andy's you will be glad your... more

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5 of 5 stars
donnajs   5 contributions
Palm Desert, CA
May 14, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

Last week we took the Na Pali catamaran tour with Capt. Sundown and Larry. It was the highlight of our week on Kauai. Everything was enjoyable, we saw a baby whale, bottle-nose dolphins, spinner dolphins, and even a sea turtle on our snorkeling stop. Larry gave us lots of history and geologic information about the coastline. He was very low-key... more

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5 of 5 stars
DragonFlyRider   1 contribution
The other California
Apr 27, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

The Capt Sundown Napali Coast Catamaran Trip has become a must do everytime we return to Kauai. We make the trip to Kauai at least once a year and going out with Capt Bob and his awesome crew is always a highlight for everyone in our family. We have always seen lots of birds and sealife. Maybe we've been lucky... more

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5 of 5 stars
crackerjacks2   1 contribution
Atlanta, Georgia
Feb 11, 2009

Kalalau Trail, Na Pali Coast: Danger lurked around every corner but we made it to the end of the trail. Slip and slide we named it and we were glad we brought hiking sticks. Drop offs straight to the ocean are what make it challenging and we saw many others on the trail with flip flops and some barefooters. Read... more

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5 of 5 stars
MJ_Ron   9 contributions
Los Altos
Jan 2, 2009

What a beautiful place! Hiking along the coast trail was fantastic. It rains often so the trail gets muddy and slippery but the view is breathtaking with huge rainbows, you will love it. We wore hiking boots and layers of clothing to keep us somewhat dry and comfortable. We saw plenty of people with sneakers but they are not really... more

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5 of 5 stars
mad_town_ken   1 contribution
Madison, Wisconson
Dec 19, 2008

It's a cold day in Madison, Wisconson and Im at work, just fantasizing about our visit to Kauai, Hawaii. I looked up a few of our favorite things about Kauai and saw only a few reviews of the Napali Coast kayak trip and the beautiful North Shore,so i decided to say a few word's. We stayed at a small bed... more

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5 of 5 stars
moogytee   6 contributions
Sacramento, CA
Sep 17, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

We recently took a Na Pali Coast tour with Makana Charters and really had a fabulous time. The captain and crew were great, and made sure that everyone was able to see all the sights, which included dolphins and sea turtles. They shared a lot of local color and history. The small boat was wonderful, as we went into several... more

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5 of 5 stars
valifornia   16 contributions
Los Angeles
Apr 17, 2008
7/7 found this review helpful

Just got back from Kauai where we went out on a boat with Captain Sundown. They used a smaller boat than some of the companies that cruise in monoliths with motors. What they considered "full" was still plenty roomy. The boat was well-maintained and our tour was beautiful. The staff was friendly and it was a family-run operation. It's a... more

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Na Pali Coast Address

Northwest shore (end of Hwy 56), West Side, Kauai, HI 96714
Tel: (800) 262-1400