Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Sea Caves Expedition on Kauai

Explore Nā Pali Coast’s hidden sea caves on a thrilling Zodiac Raft tour. Enjoy fresh fruit, Hawaiian chips, and cold drinks. Book your adventure now.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Na Pali Riders - This tour is available from June 1st to September 30th.
    We also offer a similar tour throughout the year that includes snorkeling! Mahalo!
    Sea Caves! During the summer, the sea caves along the Nā Pali Coast can be explored with our 30-foot Zodiac© rigid-hull, inflatable raft. This adventure will take you to Kauai’s remote Nā…
What's Included
  • Iced Beverages - Water, Juice (Alohas), Gatorade
  • Chips
  • Lifejackets - optional, provided at check-in
  • 3 Hours of a Thrilling Adventure of a Lifetime!
  • Dry bag for your items
  • Fresh cut pineapple and apples
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity
  • Towels
  • Parking at Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor is $20.00 + tax per vehicle for 8 hours.
  • Optional Photo Package includes 300-500 photos and videos of your tour
Additional Information

THIS TOUR OPERATES JUNE 1st-AUGUST 31st. We have another tour that we offer year round that is the same tour it just includes snorkeling! Mahalo! Our company is family owned and operated by USCG Veterans, where our number one priority is the safety of yourself and your family. Embark on an unforgettable journey on our Zodiac Raft Tour, allowing you to…

Location
Na Pali Riders
Kaumuali'i Highway
CHECK-IN AND MISSED TOUR POLICY Arrive at Na Pali Riders’ office in Waimea 45 minutes before departure with waivers signed. Departure time is the time specified on your itinerary. If not checked in before the safety brief begins, the tour is missed.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Excursion19555873542
Sep 8, 2025
Exciting , fun, and beautiful! - Wow! What a great experience!! The Zodiak raft was actually very comfortable. Brandon and Tom are very professional and knowledgeable about the ocean and island. They shared many stories and history along the way which really makes the trip complete. got to see the caves as well as many dolphins. I would higly recommend this trip to anyone that wants to see the Napali coastline.
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Alisonwinston
Sep 7, 2025
Awesome Experience!! - This was an incredible experience! We had beautiful weather so the ride was not overly bumpy and we were able to explore all of the caves and to go a little further than they typically travel. The scenery is so breathtaking!! Brandon and Cassie were very knowledgeable and provided a lot of information about the history and geography. The weather conditions also allowed us to snorkel. We also saw dolphins and sea turtles. I highly recommend!!
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Myleneahilina_r
Sep 7, 2025
Napali riders - Awesome 👏🏽 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😀🍍👍…ride through the Napalli coast and the caves!…. with Captain Brandon and Dakota! A must thing to do if your at Kauai!…
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Kathryn_h
Sep 7, 2025
Wonderful and so fun - Wonderful experience! Would totally recommend. My husband and I booked this tour and he experience was so fun and unique.
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Mtwindow
Aug 26, 2025
Fast and fun ride - Fast and fun ride on a zodiac boat that enabled cave access and a close up view of the amazing Napali Coast cliffs. Captain Croix and Peyton were knowledgeable and competent sea people. Not recommended for anyone not prepared for a bumpy ride or prone to seasickness as a sick person would wreck it for everyone else.
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Debbie_w
Aug 26, 2025
Fantastic views of the beauty of Kauai - The best excursion of our trip to Kauai! Dolphins, cliffs and caves all in one trip. We’ll be recommending this activity again and again.
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Shawnmk6026pv
Aug 23, 2025
One of the most exciting and fun things I have ever done. - OMG.... Na Pali Coast Zodiac Raft sea Caves Expedition is a once in a lifetime wild ride. I was expecting a fun ride but I was not expecting one of the most fun things I have ever done in my lifetime. (And I flew fighter jets for 20 years) It wasn't just the ride! This is a small family run business and they make you feel part of their family. I think that is what made it so special. It was obvious, the Captain, an ex Coast Guard guy, was totally qualified and talented. We were all impressed with his skill and demeanor. Everyone in our little group said it was the total highlight of our trip to Hawaii.. You gotta do this!!!
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Bbrereton09
Aug 14, 2025
Best Experience Ever!!!!! - This was an absolutely amazing experience for me and my kiddos today! From the minute we left the dock to the minute we returned it was fun-filled. We first saw a black tip shark feeding in the bay, then the Napali Coast was breathe-taking! On the way back we were pleasantly surprised by spinner dolphins who put on quite the show. Apparently this is a rare site, maybe once a month, so we felt excited that we were able to experience it. Mackayla, captain, is a little ball of sunshine and makes the trip that much better. Kenzie was so great with her knowledge of the Napali Coast and her sharing of the legends. Hands down our favorite experience in KAUAI and in the top ten highlights of magical experiences in my life!!!!
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Samantha_a
Aug 10, 2025
Trip was Canceled - Unfortunately an engine blew on our boat, canceling our trip to the caves just 30 minutes into the ride there. The bit we did get to experience was very fun and we were so disappointed we did not get to see the coast and caves, but enjoyed the hospitality and friendliness of the guides.
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Paulavi8688lg
Aug 7, 2025
It’s a wild ride - It was a great, wild ride, thoroughly enjoyed the zodiac boat ride, the history, information and caves. The Na Pali coast line is amazing, so happy our family decided to take your amazing trip!
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From $225
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).