Hanalei River Paddle and Bay - Snorkel Tour in Kapa'a, Hawaii in Kauai booking from $139.00

Hanalei River Paddle and Bay - Snorkel Tour in Kapa'a, Hawaii

Overview

During your time on Kauai, enjoy a three-hour guided kayak and snorkel tour along the picturesque Hanalei River and in Hanalei Bay, which is home to the beautiful Bay Reef Lagoon. Admire the dramatic Makana Peak (Bali Hai) and get up close to tropical reef fish. As you kayak along the river, you’ll be surrounded by lush trees and diverse wildlife. Learn about the flora and fauna of the surrounding area from your naturalist guide, and enjoy a snorkel in the turquoise waters of the lagoon.

City: Kauai

Wed 25 Dec

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What's Included

Water-resistant bag

Fresh baked cookie, tropical chips and fresh pineapple

Snorkel gear (please provide male/female shoe/fin sizes)

Tandem (double) kayak

Tropical juice - To reduce plastic waste we now have a Water Filtration Station.

Please place lunch order before tour date or we default to turkey sandwich. Choices are turkey, ham, veggie and PBJ.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please bring the following items: sun protection, light shirt, bathing suit, footwear for the beach (tabis, aqua socks or tennis shoes), towel and change of clothes
Please include your choice of lunch: Ham, Turkey, Veggie or Peanut butter jelly
Guests much be comfortable in the ocean. Smaller waves during certain times of the year.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (122)

Tina_M

Jan 2022

Well, first off the guy who was our guide really smelled. Don't get me wrong. I know island life. I spent almost 20 years on Maui. It doesn't excuse being around visitors and smelling like that. Second, the visibly for snorkeling was horrible. Yeah we saw turtles but there was no way to take good pictures because the surf was really high and had turned up all of the stuff from the bottom. Visibility was maybe 3 to 4 feet and sometimes not even that. I would have rather had them cancel it and we could have spent that time doing something else. Like, snorkeling the south shore where waves were maybe a foot. It was overall disappointing. I am just being honest. I would have rather spent my money on something else.

Response from Host

Jan 2022

Aloha Tina, Nothin worse than a “pilau” tour guide. Usually our guides smell like a freshly picked pua; never like a pua’a Seriously, thanks for bringing to my attention. Sorry conditions were not optimal for snorkeling but glad you at least enjoyed some of the classic green sea turtles that frequent the waters off Hanalei. Thanks for the 2 “star” review! If you ever want to give the tour another chance, know typically the snorkeling is much better; this I can not promise. If there is a next time, what I can promise, is that our guide(s) will be exuding the fragrance of a “beach bouquet”.

Vidya_P

Dec 2021

It was an unbelievable experience !!!!!!! Loved every minute of it . Jay and Patrick were simply amazing . It’s a complete family experience ! Worth every penny spent and a lifetime of memories created ! Thank you !!!!

Response from Host

Dec 2021

Aloha Vidya, Our Hanalei Blue Lagoon Paddle & Snorkel tour, is one of the best kept secret; it is one of the classics with the beautiful panorama of Hanalei as the back drop. Thanks for your 5 stars and enthusiasm and glad Jay and Patrick were able to figure in your family experience. Stay well and paddling. A hui hou, Micco

Monica_B

Nov 2021

Wasn’t quite sure what to expect as did the others in our group but I have to say we had an amazing time. We paddled down the river to get acquainted with the kayak then headed out to the bay. And that is where the adventure began. 😳 I was pretty nervous about the waves but we followed our guide, Jay’s lead and instructions. It wasn’t the easiest task but we all made it to Hideaway. Jay told us we all were a strong group and took us that far because he knew we could do it. My 17 year old son had a blast. We stopped to snorkel and have lunch for about an hour and a half then headed back. Jay told us it would be easier going back but we all disagreed. We laughed about it when we got back. I think it was windier so it made it a little more challenging. Jay thinks this is a beginner course but again we all disagreed and gave him a hard time about. Our group was great. Everyone was really nice and encouraging. I’d highly recommend this trip. I don’t know it if I’d take young once’s unless they are really experienced in kayaking. My son had only kayaked a handful of times but knew how to manipulate the paddles to help turn it stop. If you don’t have an experienced young one then expect to do all the work.

Response from Host

Nov 2021

Aloha Monica, Glad Jay showed you a good and challenging time on our Hanalei Blue Lagoon paddle and snorkel. Winter we can play "cat and mouse with the surf" and if the surf is too high can compromise the snorkeling component of this tour. Even when we don't manage to snorkel, the Hanalei river and environs are quite striking and panoramic. Thanks for taking the time to give folks an idea of this tour. Stay well and active. A hui hou, Micco

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Hanalei River Paddle and Bay - Snorkel Tour in Kapa'a, Hawaii

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