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Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour

4.9 · 627 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Kauai Operated by Kayak Hanalei Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
5h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:00, 10:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

This Hanalei Bay trip combines river and ocean kayaking from a private dock with a beach stop to snorkel or relax.

Tandem kayaks, snorkel gear and lunch are included; the minimum age is five, with one adult required per child under twelve. 4.93 from 627 reviews at €146 per person for 5h.

In our comparison: #1 of 10 in Wailua River & Kayak Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €146 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Water and juice provided with lunch
  • Water resistant dry bags
  • Snacks
  • Double/Tandem Kayaks Required (Single kayaks provided for odd numbered groups)
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • PLEASE NOTE LUNCH CHOICE AT TIME OF BOOKING: Turkey or Vegetarian/Vegan Sandwich. Gluten free options available. *Hawaiian style chips, cookies, juice, bottled water provided with lunch.
  • Full Face Snorkel Mask NOT Permitted
  • A 24 our cancellation is enforced for all reasons including illness or changes in physical ability

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Reviews

4.9
627 ratings
Tripadvisor 371 · Viator 256

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 619 of 627

Star breakdown of all 627 ratings

5 stars
600 · 96%
4 stars
19 · 3%
3 stars
1 · 0%
2 stars
2 · 0%
1 star
5 · 1%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Kayak Hanalei will be the second building on your right as you enter into Hanalei Town; just after The Dolphin Restaurant. There is ample parking in the front and back parking areas.
Departure
08:00, 10:00, daily except Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Kayak Hanalei; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Our Hawaiian family takes great pride in sharing Hanalei’s rich history and culture with you. Our ocean-river combo tour departs from our private dock and will take you to a hidden beach. Learn to snorkel in the clear blue Pacific amongst our abundant marine life. Or simply eat lunch or snacks, “talk story” and relax on the beach. This is a great family friendly tour for ages 5 years and up.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Pregnant travelers 28 weeks or less are welcome to participate
  • All participants must be in good physical health, can paddle on their own, & get in/out of kayak on their own without assistance

Children

  • 1:1 adult to child ratio required for children under 12

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food included Water and juice provided with lunch, Snacks
  • Age rule 1:1 adult to child ratio required for children…

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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Ranked #1 of 10 in Wailua River & Kayak Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €123 to €254, median €144; typical length 5h. 0 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 10 Wailua River & Kayak Tours

From €146 per adult