Snorkeling Tours in Kauai at a glance
- Our pick: Snorkeling in South Poipu, Kauai: Shore Entry, No Boat, US$ 120 per person (2h, 4.82★ · 957).
- Top rated: Kauai Snorkeling with Sea Turtles: Private Group from Beach, US$ 595 per group (2h, 4.92★ · 63).
- Best value: Snorkeling in Kauai: Small Group with Marine Life Guide, US$ 115 per person (2h, 4.60★ · 20).
Price per person across the 19 options priced per person: US$ 115–US$ 361 (median US$ 234). With 100+ reviews: 17 of 22.
Of the 22 options: 20 with live guides in English, 22 with free cancellation, 12 with instant confirmation, 13 kid-friendly, 4 private and 7 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 50 reviews.
Snorkeling Tours in Kauai
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
22 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Kauai Na Pali Snorkel Cruise: Catamaran with waterslide Snorkel the Na Pali Coast by catamaran with a waterslide and open bar. Our Coast Guard captain provides all gear for this 5.5-hour adventure along Kauai's dramatic cliffs. Every day · 06:45 · From age 3 ★ 4.74 (1,650 reviews) Duration: 5h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 234 per person
Kauai Na Pali Coast: Super Raft Snorkel & Sea Caves 37-foot Naiad Super Raft explores Na Pali's 17-mile coastline with snorkeling, sea caves & waterfalls. Includes gear, beverages, snacks. 750 horsepower, small groups. Every day · 07:30 and 13:30 · From age 6 ★ 4.81 (1,744 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 225 per person
Snorkeling in South Poipu, Kauai: Shore Entry, No Boat Guided shore snorkeling in South Poipu with a certified instructor, all gear included: walk straight into calm reefs from the beach and spot green sea. Every day · 6 start times, 08:00 to 15:30 · From age 4 ★ 4.82 (957 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
Na Pali Raft Snorkel Adventure Kauai: Sea Caves & Waterfalls Raft and snorkel the Na Pali Coast on Kauai with sea cave exploration, waterfall swims, and reef snorkeling: all gear and meals included on a 5.5-hour adventure. Every day · 07:00 · From age 7 ★ 4.78 (1,659 reviews) Duration: 5h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 217 per person
Ni'ihau & Na Pali Coast Snorkel Boat Tour Kauai: Lehua Crater wildlife A 7-hour Kauai boat tour to Ni'ihau and Lehua Crater for snorkeling with dolphins, turtles and whales. Includes breakfast, lunch, beer and wine. Every day · 06:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.71 (483 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 361 per person
Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft & Snorkeling Zodiac raft tour along Kauai's Nā Pali Coast with snorkeling, dolphin watching, and sea caves. Morning departures, small groups, equipment included. 4–5 hours from Waimea. Every day · 07:00 and 11:30 · From age 5 ★ 4.90 (979 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 255 per person
Kauai: Na Pali Coast Power Catamaran & Snorkel Small-group catamaran tour along Kauai's Na Pali Coast with snorkel gear, sea caves, and marine life. Morning departures, includes fruit and dry bags. Every day · 07:30, 12:30 and 13:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.96 (868 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 275 per person
Kauai Na Pali Coast: Catamaran Snorkel & Sail Tour Five-hour Na Pali Coast catamaran tour from Port Allen with snorkeling, breakfast, lunch, and gear included. See dolphins, turtles, and winter whales on the 50-foot Leila. Every day · 06:45 · From age 5 ★ 4.77 (583 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 292 per person
Hanalei Bay kayak and snorkel tour: Hidden beach and sea turtles Paddle the Hanalei River from a private dock, kayak into the bay to spot Hawaiian green sea turtles. Mon–Fri · 10:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.93 (628 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 160 per person
Kauai Snorkeling: South Shore Zodiac with Turtles & Dolphins Three-hour snorkel trip along Kauai's south shore aboard a 25-foot Zodiac, visiting two reef sites with tropical fish, Hawaiian green sea turtles. Every day · 08:00 and 11:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.79 (434 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 161 per person
Kauai Na Pali Coast: Luxury Catamaran Snorkel & Waterslides Luxury 65-ft catamaran cruise along Kauai's Na Pali Coast with snorkeling, twin waterslides, open bar & catered lunch. Small groups, USCG captain, 360° ocean views. Every day · 08:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.82 (123 reviews) Duration: 5h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 261 per person
Snorkeling Kauai: Na Pali Coast catamaran with gear & instruction Snorkel the Na Pali Coast from Kauai on a 40-foot catamaran with gear, instruction, and an open bar while enjoying breakfast or lunch and 30 to 45 minutes in the water. Every day · 07:45 · Season until 15 Dec · From age 3 ★ 4.66 (349 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 180 per person
Kauai Na Pali Sunset Snorkel Cruise & Dinner Na Pali Coast sunset catamaran with 30-45 min snorkel, dinner, open bar & dolphins. Small group (max 49), summer departures. Check-in 1:15 PM. Next departure: 1 May 2027 · From age 3 ★ 4.72 (348 reviews) Duration: 5h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 234 per person
Kauai Snorkeling with Sea Scooter Equipment Snorkel Kauai's reefs with a powered sea scooter, spotting Hawaiian green sea turtles and butterflyfish while an expert guides you through the state fish's habitat. Tue–Sat · 09:30 · From age 8 ★ 4.14 (84 reviews) Duration: 5h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 123 per person
Kauai Na Pali Coast: Private Boat Charter & Sea Cave Snorkel Private Na Pali Coast boat tour for up to 18 passengers with sea cave access, snorkel gear, and fresh fruit included. 4.5 hours, six daily departures, morning or afternoon. Every day · 07:30, 12:30 and 13:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.99 (146 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 4,396 per group
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Kauai Na Pali Coast Boat Tour with Snorkeling: Includes lunch and equipment Boat tour along Kauai's Na Pali Coast with snorkeling, lunch and sea cave entry: five hours with a live guide, maximum 20 guests. Mon–Thu · 09:00 · From age 6 ★ 4.96 (227 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 215 per person
Kauai Na Pali Coast: Zodiac Snorkeling & Sea Caves Tour Small-group zodiac snorkel tour on Kauai's Na Pali Coast with divemaster, sea cave exploration, lunch and gear included. Departs Kekaha, 4–5 hours, active adventure. Fri and Sat · 09:00 · From age 7 ★ 4.71 (112 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 257 per person
Kauai Snorkeling with Sea Turtles: Private Group from Beach Snorkel Kauai's calm reef straight from the beach with a private group and live guide, spotting sea turtles and tropical fish in two hours. Every day · 08:00 and 10:00 ★ 4.92 (63 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · JA · ZH · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 595 per group
Compare 4 more options for Snorkeling Tours in Kauai
From US$ 115 per person · 2 h to 7 h
Kauai: Na Pali Raft & Nualolo Kai Beach Landing with Snorkel Raft the Na Pali Coast with beach access to an ancient Hawaiian fishing village. Includes breakfast, snorkel gear, and a Coast Guard captain. Small groups. Next departure: 1 Jun 2027 · From age 7 ★ 4.97 (105 reviews) Duration: 6h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 277 per person
Snorkeling in Kauai: Small Group with Marine Life Guide Small group snorkeling in Kauai with a local guide, equipment and instruction on reef exploration. Time in the water viewing turtles and tropical marine life. Every day · 08:00 and 10:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.60 (20 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · RU · KO · ZH +2 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 115 per person
Kauai Sea Kayak Tour: Whales, Dolphins & Snorkel Winter paddle on Kauai's South Shore with humpback whales and sea turtles. Snorkel, lunch and shuttle from Wailua Marina included. Small groups. Wed and Sat · 07:00 · Ages 16–65 ★ 5.00 (6 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 269 per person
Snorkeling and whale watching off Kaua'i: Private boat Private whale watching and snorkeling off Kaua'i with English-speaking guide, snorkel gear and snacks included. You control how much time goes to whales versus the reef. Next departure: 22 Jan 2027 ★ 5.00 (5 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,300 per group
The top 12 of 22 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snorkeling in South Poipu, Kauai: Shore Entry, No BoatOur pickGroup of up to 8 | US$ 120 per person | 2h | 4.82★ · 957 | Every day · 6 start times, 08:00 to 15:30 | English |
| Kauai Snorkeling with Sea Turtles: Private Group from BeachTop ratedPrivate | US$ 595 per group up to 6 people · ≈ US$ 99 per person if 6 go | 2h | 4.92★ · 63 | Every day · 08:00 and 10:00 | English, Spanish, Japanese +1 |
| Snorkeling in Kauai: Small Group with Marine Life GuideBest valueGroup of up to 6 | US$ 115 per person | 2h | 4.60★ · 20 | Every day · 08:00 and 10:00 | English, Spanish, Japanese +3 |
| Kauai Na Pali Snorkel Cruise: Catamaran with waterslide | US$ 234 per person | 5h 30m | 4.74★ · 1,650 | Every day · 06:45 | English |
| Kauai Na Pali Coast: Super Raft Snorkel & Sea Caves | US$ 225 per person | 4h 30m | 4.81★ · 1,744 | Every day · 07:30 and 13:30 | English |
| Na Pali Raft Snorkel Adventure Kauai: Sea Caves & WaterfallsGroup of up to 14 | US$ 217 per person | 5h 30m | 4.78★ · 1,659 | Every day · 07:00 | English |
| Ni'ihau & Na Pali Coast Snorkel Boat Tour Kauai: Lehua Crater wildlife | US$ 361 per person | 8h | 4.71★ · 483 | Every day · 06:00 | English |
| Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft & Snorkeling | US$ 255 per person | 4h | 4.90★ · 979 | Every day · 07:00 and 11:30 | English |
| Kauai: Na Pali Coast Power Catamaran & Snorkel | US$ 275 per person | 4h 30m | 4.96★ · 868 | Every day · 07:30, 12:30 and 13:00 | English |
| Kauai Na Pali Coast: Catamaran Snorkel & Sail Tour | US$ 292 per person | 6h | 4.77★ · 583 | Every day · 06:45 | English |
| Hanalei Bay kayak and snorkel tour: Hidden beach and sea turtles | US$ 160 per person | 5h | 4.93★ · 628 | Mon–Fri · 10:00 | English |
| Kauai Snorkeling: South Shore Zodiac with Turtles & DolphinsGroup of up to 13 | US$ 161 per person | 3h | 4.79★ · 434 | Every day · 08:00 and 11:00 | English, Spanish |
By what you need
- Private (4): Kauai Snorkeling with Sea Turtles: Private Group from Beach (US$ 595 per group) · Kauai Snorkeling with Sea Scooter Equipment (US$ 123 per person) · Kauai Na Pali Coast: Private Boat Charter & Sea Cave Snorkel (US$ 4,396 per group)
- Small groups (up to 15) (7): Snorkeling in South Poipu, Kauai: Shore Entry, No Boat (US$ 120 per person) · Snorkeling in Kauai: Small Group with Marine Life Guide (US$ 115 per person) · Na Pali Raft Snorkel Adventure Kauai: Sea Caves & Waterfalls (US$ 217 per person)
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