Reviewed by: Andrew
The Na Pali coast tour was amazing, the views were incredible and the captain and crew were extremely helpful, knowledgeable and skilled in maneuvering the boat into sea caves and along the coast.
We went with the family, including two kids (5 &7 yo) and everyone loved the tour.
The snorkeling was also a highlight and the crew had all the gear to make it safe and fun.
Our lunch was also very yummy!
And as a bonus we saw some dolphins that jumped and flipped out of the water for us, and also a sea turtle.
We could not think of anything that could have been better.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/20 |
Reviewed by: Dawn Murphy
Absolutely amazing day of breath taking beauty, whales and dolphins, beautiful snorkling, delicious sandwiches, and very knowledgeable and entertaining Capt Shawn and crew Asia and Kaloa.
Aloha Dawn! Thank you for sending this beautiful photo. Your kind words about our tour means a lot to us! Capt Shawn, Asia and Kaiao are going to be so happy to see this from you. Thank you again for joining us on our Amelia K and we hope to see you folks onboard again!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/22 |
Reviewed by: yamaki
A large high-speed boat was launched, but the waves were high and it rocked quite a bit, causing some people to get seasick. There were also a few people on the deck getting soaked by the waves. After about an hour and a half, we arrived at the Napali Coast, where breathtaking views spread out in a panorama. On the way back, we enjoyed the sunset, making it a double delight.
大きな高速船出すが波が高くかなり揺れ船酔いした方も何人かいました。
デッキで波もかぶってびしょ濡れになってる方もチラホラ〜1時間半位でナパリコースト到着
絶景がパノラマで広がります。
帰りはサンセットとなりダブルで楽しめたました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/17 |
Reviewed by: Angela
It was my first time on a boat in the ocean. The captain and crew were attentive and friendly.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/17 |
Reviewed by: Lana
Everyone should be so fortunate to experience this cruise - Na Pali is Majestic and beyond Beautiful, the entire ride over was relaxing, and the crew were informative, funny and passionate about sharing the wonders of the place they call home. This IS paradise. Go on this cruise, you will never forget this wonderous, magical place and you will feel blessed to have experienced it at least once in your life. Enjoy!!!!
Aloha Lana! Thank you so much for this amazing feedback. Our crew is so happy to see this and we really appreciate you folks on recommending us! We hope to see you folks again!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/21 |
Reviewed by: Brandy Nannini
Our Makana tour with Capt Mike, Lionel and his brother was AMAZING. The crew was friendly, energetic, full of historical facts and catered to every person's needs. The boat was sturdy and powered across the Pacific with ease and no one got seasick In fact, it was almost like a roller coaster ride at times and so much fun. We had the perfect "winter summer day" with great conditions for snorkeling, going inside a sea cave and heading close to shore. We highly recommend this tour and will absolutely do it again when we return. It was the best part of our vacation and we loved every minute!
Aloha Brandy! We're so grateful for your recommendation and choosing Makana Charters for your Napali Coast tour. Captain Mike , Lionel, and Elijah they are going to be thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with us. We appreciate your kind words and can't wait to welcome you back on board for another adventure!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Glaiza Farnal
It was a great experience. Staff are very nice and accommodating
Aloha Gaza! We are so happy for your amazing feedback, it means the world to us! Thank you so much for joining us and sending this stunning photo!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/20 |
Reviewed by: SL
Fantastic! Would book again next time in Kauai! Pilot was very informative and knowledgeable about the terrain. View and phenomenal and the pictures were beautiful and clear with the doors off.
Mahalo for the fantastic review! 🚁🌈 We're thrilled you had such a great time flying with us over beautiful Kaua‘i! The doors-off experience really does make those views (and photos!) next-level, and we're so glad your pilot helped make it both informative and unforgettable. We’d love to welcome you back for round two whenever you're back on the island—there’s always more magic to see from the sky! 🌺📸
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| Packages: | Doors-off Flight Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The views you get to see are unreal, Kauai is very wet with gorgeous falls hidden away!
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| Packages: | Doors-Off Helicopter Flight (45-50 minutes) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Front Row was definitely worth the additional fare, I have never seen sights as gorgeous!!
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| Packages: | Amazing Helicopter Flight (45-50 minutes) - First Class Front Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Amazing that although a larger catamaran, you still get within the caves! Phenomenal day!
Aloha Kara! We are so happy to you had a Phenomenal day on our larger catamaran. Thank you again for joining us we really appreciate it!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/11 |
Reviewed by: Ulli
It was a perfect day for my wife and me. Very well organized and the pilot was very helpful and kindly. Took time to show us all aspects of security. Gave a lot of explanations during the flight. Many thanks for this outstanding trip
Aloha and mahalo nui loa for your kind words! 🌺 We're so happy to hear that your day with us was perfect from start to finish! Safety and comfort are top priorities for our team, and it’s wonderful to know your pilot made you feel well taken care of while sharing the beauty and stories of Kaua‘i from above. We’re a small operation with a big love for this island, and it means so much to be part of such special memories. Hope to fly with you both again someday! 🚁🌈
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| Packages: | Doors-off Flight Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Michelle
This boat tour was the highlight of our trip! Captain Mike was funny and a great driver! His crew was also great at telling us about the coast, wildlife and history of Kaua'i. We were able to snorkle and I had a misshapen with the snorkle gear and they helped me through the issue and really made me feel comfortable snorkeling (my first time). The crew was funny and really made the boat tour the best it could be. We also saw many dolphins and humpback whales! If you only do one thing on Kaua'i you have to do the tour with the Napl'i Kai 3 boat tour with Captain Mike!
Thank you so much for your beautiful feedback, Michelle! We are so happy you had a great time on our NaPali coast tour with Captain Mike and our crew. We hope to see you folks again!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/12 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
The tour was good. The staff great. Rough seas though and a bit cold
Aloha Lisa! Thank you so much for joining us, we really appreciate it.
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/10 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Kauai is the garden island for a reason. Seeing it all from above was unreal!
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| Packages: | [50 mins] Standard Flight - Special Deals on Selected Flight Times |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/28 |
Reviewed by: るーちゃんず
Just before, we switched to a small boat, and it was very rocky and challenging, but the Napali Coast and Whale Watch were amazing.
直前に小さい船に変更になり、揺れが激しくて大変でしたが、ナパリコースト及びWhale Watchは最高でした
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/20 |
Reviewed by: Rich
Mat our pilot was fantastic gave us all the views this island had to show as well as pointed all the places that movies were filmed don’t hesitate to book with them A+ all the way
Aloha and mahalo for the awesome review! 🌺🚁 We're so happy you had an unforgettable flight with Mat—he’s a rockstar in the sky and loves sharing all the epic sights (and movie magic!) that Kaua‘i has to offer. It means the world to our small local team to hear we earned an A+ from you! Thanks for flying with us, and we hope to welcome you back for more island views and Hollywood hotspots next time you're in paradise! 🌴🎬🌈
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| Packages: | Doors-on Flight Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/18 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
The crew was very happy, helpful, and knowledgeable. They made sure everyone had what they needed and included in the activities.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/14 |
Reviewed by: TnT
Great crew. Bumpy ride but awesome views. I suggest trip for all.
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| Packages: | Morning Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/22 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Not a fan of helicopter, so a small little plane to explore the island was a great choice!
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| Packages: | The Big Kahuna Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/07 |
Reviewed by: Tony Castellano
Very knowledgeable Pilot. The views were majestic and gave me little room for surpassing this experience in any other location. The Jurassic trail was overwhelmingly beautiful. The Napali coast line is like a dream. I would highly recommend this tour. Ask for Steven as your pilot.
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| Packages: | Standard Seating Flight [50 mins] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/05 |
Reviewed by: Tracy
The boat itself was nice and the crew were lovely. Thankfully there was a place to hide slightly from the waves but it's also where the sea sickness gets really bad. My 14 son started to not feel well then a lady across from him got sick so that didn't help.
When they say it's an "adventure and you WILL get wet" they aren't lying. There were huge ups and downs and everyone was soaked.
The food was good and again the crew was lovely.
Definitly not a "smooth dinner cruise"
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| Packages: | Na Pali Sunset Dinner Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/04 |
Reviewed by: Selena & Brandon
Booking this activity was a breeze and emailed instructions made it very helpful. This was my husband and I's favorite thing we were able to do in Kauai. The views you are able to see from the helicopter with the doors off was amazing.
Aloha and mahalo nui loa for the kind words! 🌺 We're so happy to hear that booking was smooth and that flying with us ended up being your favorite part of your Kaua‘i adventure—what a compliment! 🚁💨 The doors-off views really are something special, and we’re thrilled you got to experience the island’s beauty from that unforgettable perspective. Sending big aloha to you and your husband, and we hope to fly with you again someday! 🌈🌴
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| Packages: | Doors-off Flight Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/11 |
Reviewed by: Telma
Everything was perfect !
Check in was smooth with Brooke!
Pilot Markus very knowledgeable, calm, a master!
The music and explanations were awesome
Exceeded expectations!
Thank you so much
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| Packages: | Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/22 |
Reviewed by: Emma
Awesome tour! We didn’t get to snorkel due to the weather and the waves but they totally made up for it by taking us to great swimming spots and beautiful views. We saw dolphins and turtles and the crew was so serving and kind :) 10/10 would recommend!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/18 |
Reviewed by: Rafal
One of the best things we did during our honeymoon! Fantastic team, boat and the adventure!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/12 |
Reviewed by: Carlos García
I love using this cruise , I love how they take care of us . The captain told us about the island history, I love the stories he told us as we were getting closer to The Valley . I always get impressed by the beauty of the Napali coast . I have never been to such a beautiful view . I plan on going back to this island in the summer . The snorkeling was amazing!!! I got to swim next to turtle and fishes . The food was good , never disappoints to use this app this cruise . It’s perfect for families, small kids, groups or even solo trips
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Roberto García
This was my fourth time with this cruise and it did not disappoint me at all . My first time was by myself but I had to bring my family so they could experience the breathing views of Napali coast . This time I brought my parents specially to celebrate my moms birthday. She was scare at first but as we started seeing the valleys and the blue water she enjoy to the point to even cry to see such a beautiful place . My dad was so exited he jump for a swim . I love the part when we got so close to the waterfall
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/09 |
Reviewed by: 大きな志
About ten years ago, I visited Kauai and, since seeing the view from the Kalalau Lookout, I had always wanted to see the Na Pali Coast from a boat someday. This time, I decided to go to Hawaii and Kauai, and I signed up for this tour in Japan.
I think it was a great experience. Being able to see the beauty of the Na Pali Coast with my own eyes was invaluable. If possible, I would have liked to see a bit further along the coast. I also enjoyed the beautiful long beaches of Barking Sands Beach and Polihale State Park on the way to the Na Pali Coast. The day before, I drove to a bit beyond Barking Sands Beach to an unpaved area, but I thought it wouldn't be easy to reach Polihale.
I'm not good at snorkeling, so I didn't snorkel off the coast of Niihau, but I wish I had at least swum a little with fins. There were 33 participants that day, and I was the only Japanese person. Everyone else was snorkeling. The scenery of Niihau also left an impression on me.
The captain explained things well. I didn't understand much of the explanations in English, though. It was a tour where I truly felt the scale and greatness of nature at the Na Pali Coast. It left a strong impression on me.
Before going, I was concerned about driving there, but I am grateful that I was able to go safely. I realized once again that it's important to plan and prepare thoroughly in advance. I thank the captain and the two crew members.
10年くらい前にカイアウ島へ行ったことがあり、カララウ展望台からの景色を見たときから、ナ・パリ・コーストをいつか船上から是非見てみたいと思っていました。今回、思い切ってハワイ島、カウアイ島へ行くことにし、日本でこのツアーに参加申し込みをしていました。
実際に行って、大変良かったと思います。ナ・パリ・コーストの美しさを実際に自分の目で見れたことは何にも代えがたいです。できれば、コーストのもう少し先まで見てみたいと思いました。また、ナ・パリ・コーストへ行くまでのバーキングサンズビーチ、ポリハレ州立公園のきれいな長いビーチも良かったと思います。前日にバーキングサンズビーチの少し先あたりの舗装されていないところまで車で行きましたが、ポリハレまで行くのは容易でないと思っていました。
シュノーケリングは不得手で、ニイハウ島沖でのシュノーケリングはしませんでしたが、フィンをつけて少し泳ぐだけでもすればよかったと思っています。当日は33名の参加で、日本人は私だけでした。他の人は皆、シュノーケリングをしていました。ニイハウ島の景色も印象に残りました。
キャプテンもよく説明されていました。英語での説明はほとんどわかりませんでしたが。
ナ・パリ・コーストのスケールの大きさ、自然の偉大さを実感したツアーでした。とても印象に残ります。
行く前は現地での車の運転等、気にしていましたが、無事、行くことができて有難く思っています。事前の計画、準備をしっかりしておくことが大事だとあらためて思いました。キャプテン、2人のクルーに感謝します。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/08 |
Reviewed by: Mary M
The best helicopter ride so far. It was amazing and awesome, I loved the way the music matched the scenery, and the pilot was very knowledgeable about the island. The island is beautiful, and so was the experience, way better then the doors off.
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| Packages: | Standard Seating Flight [50 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/07 |
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Aloha Andrew! We really appreciate you folks for joining us and we really love your amazing feedback on our accommodations, So happy your 5 & 7 yo enjoyed the tour! Thank you again for joining us!