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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…

History of the Na Pali Coast

The Na Pali Coast is a breathtaking stretch of coastline located along the northwest side of Kauai. With its dramatic cliffs, secluded beaches, lush valleys, and striking waterfalls, Na Pali Coast has become a favorite destination for hikers, kayakers, and nature enthusiasts from around the globe. One of the most distinctive features of the Na…

Hawaii Sunscreen Ban

The ocean is such a big part of our world, and not to mention what we do here at Na Pali Pirates. It is super important to us to take care of the ocean which we operate our daily tours and the marine life that live in it. With that being said, there is something…

History of Na Pali Coast [Kaua’i]

Na Pali Coast is located on the North-west side of the island of Kaua’i. The  17-mile stretch of coastline is not connected to any roads, makes it nearly inaccessible, except by boat or helicopter. The coastline is regarded as the most beautiful portion of Hawaii, and is the number #1 must do when visiting the island. “Na…

3 Easy Ways to Travel Green [Eco-Friendly]

Na Pali Pirates is committed to keeping our precious Na Pali Coast pristine and preserved for everyone to enjoy. Our annual beach clean up is just one of the many ways we take responsibility in being sustainable, low-impact and eco-friendly operation. Here are some other easy solutions we encourage all of our captains and guests to…

Dolphins You’ll See on Na Pali Coast Tour

Dolphin encounters are one of highlight of any Na Pali Coast Boat Trip. The Hawaiian word for dolphin is Nai’a. There are 4 kinds of dolphins in the Hawaiian waters, and the two most common species spotted in the waters around Kaua’i are Bottlenose Dolphins and Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins. Bottlenose Dolphins are the most common…

Na Pali Coast Cleanup

We were so stoked to take part of the 1st Annual Na Pali Coast Clean Up last month. Na Pali Pirates, Na Pali Experience, and our friends who work and play on the coast got together to collect trash along the 17 miles of coastline. 2,000 lbs of marine debris were collected and almost all of…

Reef Safe Sunscreen

At Na Pali Pirates, we do our best to protect our treasures. Nualolo Kai, our Na Pali snorkeling spot on our Na Pali Coast tour, is home to an active reef with a lot of marine life.  Keeping the reef alive and healthy for generations is very important to us. One of the ways we can…