Category Dolphin Watching

Kauai · DOLPHIN WATCHING

3 Dolphin Watching Tours on Kauai That Earn the Booking

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The shortlist we’d hand a friend flying into Lihue: 3 dolphin watching tours worth the money, each with its price, its verdict from the people who went, and the one thing to know before you commit.

Kauai’s South Side Whale and Dolphin Zodiac Boat Adventure

Kauai's South Side Whale and Dolphin Zodiac Boat Adventure - Small-Group Magic: Why Up to 14 Makes a Difference

1.Kauai’s South Side Whale and Dolphin Zodiac Boat Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 163 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $158Our pick

Fast Zodiac whale and dolphin adventure from Poipu with small-group guidance, snacks, and winter humpback viewing near Spouting Horn.

“My wife and I took our 14 and 6 year old kids on the late afternoon trip. Kristina and Captain Rich were awesome, made sure everyone was safe and had a good time. Our 14 year old also had a really good time ( and we all know how hard it can be to get a teenager to admit that!). We saw a mamma humpback with her baby, and their male escort! It was memorable to see those majestic creatures. Rich was very knowledgeable about the history of the different places on the coast, so I highly recommend making sure you soak in that knowledge. Kristina was awesome with our…”

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Poipu Sea Kayak Tour: Turtle, Dolphins and Snorkel

Poipu Sea Kayak Tour: Turtle, Dolphins and Snorkel - Key Points Worth Knowing Before You Go

2.Poipu Sea Kayak Tour: Turtle, Dolphins and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $269Top rated

Paddle Poipu’s South Coast by sea kayak for turtles, dolphins, and winter humpbacks, plus optional snorkeling and a light picnic lunch.

“Excellent guides (Web and Dan) who were professional yet very fun and dynamic. The primary tour guide was insanely knowledgeable and has been at this for a long time. As described in the details this is an active paddle. Conditions change quickly but you're rewarded with great views, an awesome private beach lunch spot and what feels like an ocean to yourself. In the winter the conditions are a bit different and they launch at Poipo and end at Port Allen. I would trust them any time of year and anywhere they told us to go.”

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