--- title: "Kauai: NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia K" lang: en type: tour city: Kauai country: United States price: 207 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.89 reviews: 2102 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 4 of 21 (Na Pali Coast Boat Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-napali-boat-tour-on-the-amelia-k/ --- # Kauai: NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia K **Guidekin's take:** A boat trip along the NaPali Coast pairs coastal views with stories of local culture and family history. A sandwich lunch, snorkel gear, snacks and soft drinks are included; hotel pickup is not included. 4.89 from 2102 reviews at €207 per person for 5h. In our comparison: #4 of 21 in Na Pali Coast Boat Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview If you're visiting Kauai, you absolutely can't miss seeing the stunning NaPali Coast. We offer a one-of-a-kind experience to do just that. As a Native family-run company, we are very fortunate to have been right here at our shop for 200 years, gathering our family's documented history to share about the NaPali Coast. Our Captains and Crew would love to share their very own culture and history with you on our tours. You can choose from one of our four vessels for a more personal and comfortable 4.5 to 5-hour tour. Our vessels are just the right size to explore sea caves with comfort when the weather allows. We can't wait to have you on board! ## Before you book - Meeting point: We do not provide any transportation to… - Starts 08:00, 14:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: Snacks, water and soft drinks **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €207 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.89/5 from 2102 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Makana Charters - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:00, 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.89 from 2102 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2046 of 2102. - 5 stars: 1997 (95%) - 4 stars: 49 (2%) - 3 stars: 14 (1%) - 2 stars: 12 (1%) - 1 star: 30 (1%) ## What's included - All Fees and Taxes and Fuel surcharge - Message with selection: Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, PB&J or Vegetarian - Photography Opportunities - Usage of snorkels equipments - Insurance for visitors - Restroom on board - Snacks, water and soft drinks - Shared Cataraman Trip ## Not included - Pick-up and drop off - A good tour 15% per person of tour cost. A spectacular tour 15-20% per person of tour cost. If you feel our captain and crew went above and beyond, sky’s the limit! - No Accommodations - Towels ## Itinerary 1. **Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park** (4h; admission included) - During our winter season, (late November to April) Our afternoon tours don’t offer snorkeling. We use that time for whale watching and sunset. Come join us for an amazing 5 hour snorkeling and lunch tour, on the breathtaking NaPali Coast together! This place holds immense... 2. **Waimea Canyon State Park** (pass by, no stop) - Also known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, this scenic state park overlooks the colorful Waimea Canyon, which stretches over 14 miles and is more than 3,600 feet deep. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point We do not provide any transportation to and from our departure location. Referred contacts for transportation: H3 Taxi & Tours - 808-346-0870 Shaka Kauai - 808-720-7139 Dave's Taxi Service - 808-212-8274 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - INFORMATION Please indicate your email address and contact number in Special Requirements when booking - LUNCH Please select your lunch options per person, we offer Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, PB&J & Vegetarian. We can provide gluten-free bread if needed. Please inform us of any allergies within your group. Remember to send in your lunch order a week before your tour or at the latest, 24 hours before your tour. We'll default to Turkey sandwiches if we don't receive your lunch options. We also provide chips, soda, mixed juices, and water - AGE RESTRICTION Our age limit is age 4 years old and up on our larger vessels and age 9 and up on our smaller vessels. - PREGNANCY We make exceptions for pregnancies during our summer months only, ( June, July and August ) when the ocean conditions are calmer. Women who are expecting can participate in this tour up to 22 weeks gestation, along with their doctors approval. A doctor's note must be submitted by a doctor, directly to Makana Charters VIA email or fax and must be approved by management prior to booking a reservation. Please contact us to reserve once your note has been submitted. - DISABILITY For safety and liability reasons, we do not make any exceptions. We are not handicap accessible. If you feel that the individual can get on and off of the boat without any assistance, you may call the office to speak to someone directly. ## Compared with other Na Pali Coast Boat Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #4 of 21** | €207 | 5h | 4.89 (2102) | shared | | [Kauai: Na Pali Coast Power Catamaran](/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-na-pali-coast-power-catamaran/?format=md) | €250 | 4h 30m | 4.95 (855) | shared | | [Kauai Napali Coast Boat Tour and Snorkeling](/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-napali-coast-boat-tour-and-snorkeling/?format=md) | €196 | 5h | 4.96 (226) | shared | | [Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and Snorkeling](/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-n-pali-coast-zodiac-raft-expedition-and-snorkeling/?format=md) | €232 | 4h | 4.9 (977) | shared | Ranked #4 of 21 in Na Pali Coast Boat Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €147 to €329, median €223; typical length 5h. 1 of 21 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/na-pali-coast-boat-tours/?format=md ## More in Kauai - All Kauai tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-napali-boat-tour-on-the-amelia-k/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/?format=md