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Traveling Consciously – Protecting Hawaii’s Marine Life

Whether you are relaxing on the beach or on a snorkel tour its important to remember to respect the land and wildlife while in Hawaii. Residents throughout the islands are making serious efforts to protect marine life that are critical to our ecosystems. When visiting, always remember to keep a safe distance and do not…

Best Waterfalls on Kauai

Wailua Falls – You’ve probably already seen a photo of Wailua Falls without knowing it. It’s one of the most photographed falls on the island. This glorious waterfall is located right above Lihue off Highway 56. It’s a short scenic drive to the lookout point at the end of the road. This waterfall doesn’t disappoint! Don’t…

Our Sister Company – Na Pali Experience

Did you know Na Pali Experience is our sister company? You can enjoy virtually the same tour, but on a different vessel. We even have the same great crew! Nervous about the raft but still want to see the Na Pali? We got you covered! Our 6 passenger vessel is great for our smaller groups…

Locals Only Day

We are proud to announced that the companies that are partnering with the new Kikiaola Boat Alliance will be offering a locals only day on Na Pali. We are stoked to offer free tours to the people of Kauai, many of whom never had to chance to experience Na Pali. We cannot thank the community…

Preparing for Your Tour on the Na Pali

If you’re going on a tour, it’s essential to be prepared, especially when it comes to the sun. We recommend bringing items that can protect you from the sun and are okay to get wet. To ensure you’re fully prepared, it’s advisable to depart early enough to reach the harbor on time. It’s crucial not…

Help Save Kauai’s Local Boat Charters

We need your Help! Bill HB1090 has been passed without public knowledge by our state legislature and is now awaiting Governor Green’s signature. If signed, this bill would result in the revocation of 15 permits from Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor. This action would have devastating consequences for our local small businesses, leaving a significant number…

Booking With Na Pali Pirates

2023 is an exciting year for us and for the first time, we are running our charters year round! We also opened up bookings online so that you can plan your trip with us years in advance. We’re pretty stoked about this and hope you are too. Now, keep in mind that the prime months…

Recommended Kauai Accommodations

Na Pali Pirates leaves from Kikiaʻola Small Boat Harbor, which is located at the very far end of the island on the west side. We understand this can be a bit out of the way from where you might be staying on the island so we want to give you a few suggestions where to stay;…