Whale-watching Tours (December thru April)

Each year about two thirds of the North Pacific Humpback whale population migrates to the Hawaiian waters. Whale watching season starts in late December through April. The humpback attains lengths of 40 to 52 feet and is one of the most acrobatic of all whales. On occasion it may perform a somersault by leaping from the water belly up, arching backwards, and plunging head first back into the water with a loud slapping sound. When making deep dives, it hunches it's back and rolls steeply forward, bringing it's tail vertically clear of the water. The Humpback is also probably the most vocal of all whales, making a great variety of sounds which it strings together to form a "song" that may last from 5 to 35 minutes.

Whales of the coast of Kauai

Other marine mammals that frequent our waters include the dolphins who are popularly noted for grace, playfulness, intelligence and friendliness to man. The Pilot and Killer whales are also part of the Delphinidae or dolphin family. Much larger in size, they are usually not thought of as dolphins. The dolphins you are most likely to see in Hawaii are the playful Spinner dolphin and the Bottle-nosed dolphin characterized by the "built in smile" formed by the curvature of its mouth. Dolphins are attracted by moving ships, often accompanying us or leaping alongside and sometimes riding the wave created by our moving bow. Our 2 hour whale watch includes an interesting narration by our marine naturalists. Delicious snacks, soft drinks and juices are provided.

A rare sighting of a Killer Whale of Kauai shores

Na Pali Tours (Summer only)

Let us share with you the ultimate marine adventure down the Awesome Na Pali coast. Our day starts when we meet at our boat in Port Allen at 8:00 a.m; After a quick orientation, we set out for Na Pali at cruising speed. It's a comfortable downwind run aboard your well appointed vessel "Kai-nui Star". A nice breakfast is served shortly after departure. Soon, Na Pali appears and we look for a good snorkel spot to anchor for some swimming and snorkeling. Snorkeling Na Pali can be some of the best in the world. expect to see turtles, dolphins, flying fish and a great variety of colorful reef fish. After snorkeling, we hoist anchor and it's time to explore this awesome coastline, with it's towering cliffs that plunge thousands of feet into the pacific ocean; it's sea caves and spectacular waterfalls. Your captain might even if the conditions permit, let you shower under a waterfall by positioning our boat underneath it. Na Pali is truly a great wonder of nature. Lunch is served as we explore , discover and learn about the magic Na Pali. Expect to be back at the dock in Port Allen by 2:30 p.m. A 6 hour discovery voyage of one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world.

Snorkeling Adventures