Guided Hanalei River and Bay Kayak Tours
Experience the Feeling of Old Hawaii
Hanalei Bay Kayak and Snorkel Tours
Slip back into time. Experience the feeling of old Hawaii. A completely personalized narrated tour of the beautiful Hanalei River and Hanalei Bay, the largest natural bay on Kaua’i. Learn about Kauai’s rich history, legends, folklore, and natural beauty. The only river on Kaua’i where no commercial motorized boats are allowed. Visit the home of the green sea turtle, snorkel amongst the beautiful reefs exploring the abundant marine life; followed by a relaxing lunch on a secluded beach. All snorkel gear, waterproof bags and deli style lunch are provided for our Morning Bay Explorer Tour and a snack & refreshments for our Afternoon Bay Explorer Tour. Please note that Double/Tandem kayaks are required with all tour bookings except in the case of odd numbered groups in which a single kayak will be used.
The Morning Bay Explorer Tour
4 – 4½ hours
Prices (plus tax):
$149 plus tax ($11.49)
(Age 5 & Up)
Check in at our shop: 8:00AM
Tour Duration: 8:30AM – 1:00PM
The Afternoon Bay Explorer Tour
3 – 3½ hours
Prices (plus tax):
$135 plus tax ($10.41)
(Age 5 & Up)
Check in at our shop: 2:00PM
Tour Duration: 2:30PM – 6:00PM
*Private Tour (When Available) – Call To Book
12 Pax Buy Out Minimum + 17% Gratuity Off Base
Prices (plus tax):
$1788 + TAX ($137.89) = $1925.89
Gratuity = $303.96
Important Information (please read before booking)
What To Bring:
- Footwear not required but participants may wear water shoes
- Swimsuit or clothing that can get wet
- Towel and a dry change of clothing
- Sunscreen
- Hat/Sunglasses (recommended but not required)
- Bottle of water
We Provide:
- Lifejacket & Paddle
- Dry Bags (for phone, keys, towels, etc)
- Snorkel Gear
- Snacks: Chips, Cookies, Juice & Water (two hours into the tour)
AM TOUR ONLY: LUNCH (turkey or vegetarian sandwich, or gluten free turkey or veggie wrap)
Restrictions:
- 250lbs weight limit per seat. Those outside the 250 pound limit are not able to participate.
- Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Participants must be in good physical condition and able to get in and out of their kayak on their own. This activity is not recommended for those with back, hip, or knee problems.
- Women up to 7 months of pregnancy may participate
- Double/tandem kayaks required for all participants except in the case of odd numbered groups in which a single kayak will be used.
- Customers are welcome to bring their own snorkel gear with the exception of full face snorkel masks. Full-face snorkel masks are not permitted:
participants are required to use traditional two-piece snorkel mask sets. - A refund will not be provided for anyone deemed unable to participate for any of the reasons above upon check in
Cancellation Policy:
- Groups of 1-5 guests: 48-hour cancellation or change policy
- Groups of 6-9 guests: 72-hour cancellation or change policy
- Groups of 10-14 guests: one-week cancellation or change policy with a one-week prepayment paid in full
- Groups of 15 or more guests/Private Tour Buy Outs: two-week cancellation or change policy with a two-week prepayment paid in full
*Snorkel gear, dry bags, snacks & drinks are included with all tours. Customers are welcome to bring their own snorkel gear with the exception of full face snorkel masks. Full-face snorkel masks are not permitted; guests are required to use traditional two-piece snorkel and mask sets.
Slip into Hanalei River from our own private dock. Head down stream sharing history of the Hanalei river & getting comfortable in our kayaks before heading out into Hanalei Bay where we spend the majority of our time. There we check out our Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles (Honu) before heading over to the beach where we will land our kayaks and take everyone out snorkeling (45 mins). Guides will share modern day reef ecology and point out what to look for while snorkeling. After snorkeling we provide a full deli style lunch, sit, hang out, & answer any questions you may have about our island. Our guides are born and raised here and take pride in sharing their island knowledge.
