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Blue Dolphin Charters

Blue Dolphin Charters is an award-winning, family-owned and operated charter boat tour company offering a variety of boat tours along Nāpali Coast and the forbidden island of Niʻihau for over 40 years. Whether you are looking for a relaxing sunset dinner cruise, a thrilling snorkeling adventure, or a seasonal whale-watching experience, Blue Dolphin Charters offers a diverse range of options that appeal to all. With their spacious and comfortable catamarans, adventurous rafts, friendly and professional crew, and exclusive Dolphin Guarantee, Blue Dolphin Charters is the best choice for exploring the beauty and wonder of Kauaʻi’s waters.

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NIʻIHAU AND NĀPALI COAST SNORKEL

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey with Blue Dolphin Charters as we take you on an exclusive Niʻihau tour to explore the “Forbidden Isle” revealing the untouched beauty of Hawaiʻi’s most private island. Our Niʻihau tour is a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich cultural and natural wonders of this pristine sanctuary, made possible by the expertise and hospitality of the Blue Dolphin Charters team.

The Niʻihau tour with Blue Dolphin Charters includes opportunities for snorkeling in pristine waters teeming with vibrant marine life. As we anchor off the shores of Niʻihau, guests can relax on the deck or explore the world below with fantastic visibility and sea life. To enhance your experience, you will enjoy a catered lunch using locally sourced ingredients, providing a culinary delight that complements the natural wonders around you. The Niʻihau tour with Blue Dolphin Charters promises an immersive and culturally rich adventure, leaving you with unforgettable memories of a day spent exploring one of Hawaiʻi’s best-kept secrets. We guarantee that you will see dolphins, and we back up this claim with our exclusive Dolphin Guarantee.

DELUXE NĀPALI COAST SNORKEL TOUR

Experience the ultimate ocean adventure with Blue Dolphin Charters’ Deluxe Nāpali Snorkel Tour! Cruise the breathtaking Nāpali Coast aboard our spacious 65-foot catamaran, where you’ll enjoy stunning sea cliffs, hidden valleys, and cascading waterfalls. Our crew will guide you to a secluded snorkeling spot with vibrant marine life. The tour includes a delicious continental breakfast, lunch, refreshing beverages, and ample shaded and sunny relaxation areas. With a water-slide, freshwater shower, and expert crew on board, this deluxe tour offers comfort, fun, and unforgettable views—perfect for families, couples, and ocean lovers alike. We guarantee you will see dolphins on this tour, backed up by our exclusive Dolphin Guarantee.

NĀPALI COAST RAFT ADVENTURE

Get up close and adventurous with an unforgettable ride for thrill-seekers and nature lovers! Climb aboard our rigid-hull inflatable raft and explore the Nāpali Coast like few ever do. Duck into sea caves (conditions permitting), cruise under waterfalls, and snorkel in crystal-clear waters filled with tropical fish and sea turtles. Our experienced crew guides this intimate, small-group tour and offers a front-row seat to the coast’s raw beauty and hidden wonders. It’s an exhilarating way to experience Kauaʻi’s wild side—perfect for the
adventurous spirit! We offer our exclusive Dolphin Guarantee on this tour

NĀPALI COAST SUNSET SNORKEL

Available during our summer months (June through August), our most popular afternoon tour combines the best parts of our Nāpali Coast Sunset Dinner Cruise with an opportunity to snorkel. On the way to your snorkel destination, enjoy a delicious spread of appetizers. Snorkel, float on boogie boards or noodles, play on our water slide, or dangle your feet in the water on our convenient swim step at the back of the boat. After swimming, enjoy a delicious lūʻau-style dinner with beer, wine, and Mai Tais as we sail back toward Port Allen. Your tour finishes with the beauty of the Kauaʻi sun sinking into the ocean and a bubbly toast as you say Aloha to another wonderful day!

NĀPALI COAST SUNSET DINNER

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the stunning Nāpali Coast, renowned for its rugged cliffs, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life.On the way back, a lūʻau-style dinner, prepared by a local caterer and featuring locally sourced ingredients, is served. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available, ensuring everyone’s taste buds are satisfied.

As the sky transforms into a canvas of vibrant hues, you have ample opportunities to capture stunning photographs and create memories that will last a lifetime as you toast the close of a majestic, memorable day.

Poipu Whale Watch 8:00am

Enjoy a fun filled adventure! Share the beauty of Kauai’s south shore with some of the world’s largest and most peaceful creatures. Our Kaua'i Whale Watching tour is a must-do for all wildlife enthusiasts and allows you to cruise the south shore of Kauai aboard the largest catamarans on Kaua'i while enjoying the magnificent experience of whales and other marine life. Whale watching is seasonal during December - March.

Enjoy delicious pupus (appetizers) along with sodas, juices, beer, wine and Mai Tais which set the mood for this unforgettable experience. Snorkeling is not offered on this tour.

Boat amenities: observation nets, upstairs observation deck, partially enclosed and covered cabin area, and two full-size restrooms.

Things to bring: Camera, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and light jacket.

SOUTH SHORE WHALE WATCH

Available during Kauaʻi’s Whale Watching Season (December – March). Share the beauty of Kauaʻi’s south shore with some of the world’s most impressive and peaceful creatures. Our Whale Watching tour is a must-do for all wildlife enthusiasts and allows you to cruise the calm south shore waters of Kauaʻi’ on one of our spacious 65′ catamarans while enjoying the magnificent sight of whales and other marine life.
Enjoy delicious pupus (appetizers), sodas, juices, beer, wine, and Mai Tais, which set the mood for this unforgettable experience

Poipu Whale Watch 10:30am

Enjoy a fun filled adventure! Share the beauty of Kauai’s south shore with some of the world’s largest and most peaceful creatures. Our Kaua'i Whale Watching tour is a must-do for all wildlife enthusiasts and allows you to cruise the south shore of Kauai aboard the largest catamarans on Kaua'i while enjoying the magnificent experience of whales and other marine life. Whale watching is seasonal during December - March.

Enjoy delicious pupus (appetizers) along with sodas, juices, beer, wine and Mai Tais which set the mood for this unforgettable experience. Snorkeling is not offered on this tour.

Boat amenities: observation nets, upstairs observation deck, partially enclosed and covered cabin area, and two full-size restrooms.

Things to bring: Camera, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and light jacket.
Cancellation Policy: By checking here I acknowledge that there are no expecting mothers or children under 2 years old in our group (5 years old for the Niihau tour and 8 years old for raft tours). I also understand that there are no refunds for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour (72 hours for groups of 10 or more).