Na Pali Coast Sea Kayak Tour- Tuesday thru Saturday, mid-May thru mid-September. Our full-day adventure sea kayak itinerary location changes seasonally; in the summer when ocean conditions are right for it, we paddle Na Pali- in the winter months when the surf is up on the North Shore and the humpback whales are in our waters, we run the South Shore Sea Kayak Tour

The Na Pali Coast Sea Kayak Tour

About the trip: this is a 16 mile tour by kayak of one of the most beautiful and remote of the world's shorelines. We meet early, in Poipu, and ride together in our 15-pax van to the launch site in Haena. After about an hour's paddle we'll come upon the famed sea caves of Na Pali, entering if sea conditions permit. We'll raft up our kayaks for juice and snacks at mid-morning. We paddle a total of 11 miles in the morning to our first landing, which is at Milolii, the site of an ancient Hawaiian fishing community, where we'll have lunch. Typically we arrive at Milolii between 1 and 2 pm, so the morning is long! After lunch we have a 4- mile paddle in typically calm water to Polihale, where our van will be waiting for us. When we return to our Poipu store, we will have circumnavigated the entire island! Kauai's Napali Coast

 

A Friendly Reality Check: this is a very long, somewhat strenuous paddle in typically heavy seas. Don't sign up unless you are up for a good workout and maybe a challenge. While this tour is best enjoyed by people who are physically fit and have some basic paddling experience, you may join us as a first time kayaker if you consider yourself to be athletically inclined and quick to learn new sports. Of course, this trip is not for non-swimmers.

Warning: If you are prone to severe seasickness this trip is not for you. If you feel that you may get nauseous, but not severely so, we recommend motion sickness medicine such as Bonine, Dramamine, or Triptone (over the counter).

Equipment: We use tandem, open-cockpit, or, sit-on-top type, self-bailing kayaks with foot pedal controlled rudders to facilitate safety and ease of operation. You'll be given a lightweight fiberglass paddle with a tether, life vest, and dry bag as well.

Lunch and refreshments are provided by us and include spring water, juice, snack bars, deli sandwiches and sodas. Vegetarian available on request. There's lot's of room in the kayak, so feel free to bring along additional drinks and snacks- no alcoholic beverages, please.

  • What Time? Check in time is 6:00 am sharp at our shop in Poipu. Return times vary quite a bit; best guess is around 7:00pm. click here
  • What to wear and bring? Swimwear, shorts, t-shirt, windbreaker or light raincoat, sport-type sandals or aqua socks, waterproof sunscreen, billed hat with keeper, sun-glasses with keeper, towel, waterproof camera. These items can be purchased at our Poipu shop. We also recom-mend over-the-counter medication (try Bonine) for seasickness that won't cause drowsiness- best taken the night before the tour, as well as the day of the tour. You may also want to bring an extra set of clothing and extra towel for a more comfortable van ride home.
  • FUN? Yes, this tour is really fun! Sorry to sound ominous with the warnings, but it's important to have realistic expectations. This tour could be one the best and most memorable experiences of your life!
  • The cost: $195 per person, plus 5% State Parks fee, plus tax (guide gratuity not included).
  • Restrictions: No kids under 15 or non-swimmers, please. Not recommended for those who get seasick. Somewhat strenuous - must be moderately physically fit, strong of spirit!
  • Cancellation policy : 24-hour notice is required for cancellation, 72 hours for groups of 6 or more passengers. 100% penalty charge strictly enforced. "The large print giveth, the small print taketh away." Kinky Friedman


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