Blue Dolphin Charters and the sunset cruise is a must in Kauai!! The Napili Coast was incredible! The staff was extremely hospitable- their service and attention to detail was remarkable (all while on a rocking boat!). Food was delicious. HIGHLY Recommend!! read more

Enjoyed a wonderful snorkeling tour using this company. They were very organized. Before getting on the boat, we had to remove our shoes - OK NP as they locked them up. Once on the boat, they went over the safety rules & really stressed about how rough the water was - yes, they were right about that! As the water was so rough, the snorkeling takes place about 10 minutes after the boat leaves the dock - yes, that is right - I was surprised too! Apparently, the Napali coast is too rough for snorkeling so they have you do in in a calmer spot which had a ton of fish & sea turtles. The water was rough in this area as people got out earlier than usual. We continued along the coast & then finally got to the Napali coast which is breathtaking. However, the water is VERY rough & several people were sick on the boat. The staff were great at guiding the sick people to the back of the boat & to help them. Lunch was served very late - I was not happy about this so didn't eat much as I didn't want to spoil dinner. It was cold cuts & thick bread. Be sure to get in line early or you'll see people using their fingers to pick up food - yuk! read more

Blue Dolphin Charters - Breathtaking view of Na Pali park while on the snorkeling tour! - Boating Near Me - Eleele, Hawaii

We just came back from a tour of the Napali coast with Blue Dolphin Charters. Wowza! It would have been enough to sit on a row boat. The scenery was spectacular. But the Blue Dolphin crew Captain Nate and crew Jayce, Lily and Matthew, made it a white-glove experience. If you haven't noticed-everything in Kauai is gorgeous so the minute you get on the boat, you're in for a treat. I'm a bit of a worrier, so I was pleased to hear the catamaran was certified by the coast guard. The captain and first mate gave an entertaining yet thorough run down of the rules and safety procedures. There was plenty of food and drink on the boat and while we snorkeled, Lily was close by on a surf board--quietly taking our safety seriously. It's not fair to give credit to the crew for the stunning views but Captain Nate's knowledge and stories made our time there feel special and like we got something more than just a WOW-would-ya-look-at-that endeavor. I don't think Blue Dolphin is the cheapest, we booked through our hotel concierge, but they were definitely worth the price. I will never regret not forget my day. read more

Wonderful excursion! 4 best hours spent sailing and enjoying the Na'Pali Coast! The crew was amazing, Captain Roy, Elia and Jeffrey, truly know how to help you best enjoy the sailing time. The food n drinks were good too, and the champagne toast at sunset was the cherry on top after seeing a few dolphins and a whale! Thank you guys for a memorable experience!!! Highly recommended! read more

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Captain Chad, Nichole, Rob and Naya were awesome on our Christmas Eve tour. Nicole was amazingly chipper for someone working at 6AM on Christmas Eve. Full of the Christmas spirit. Captain Chad need a Discovery channel show on sailing the the Pacific and Hawaiian culture. Super knowledgeable, in charge but absolutely friendly. Naya took the time to help my wife and daughter feel comfortable in the water which we totally weren't expecting. If you have a family and want to take them on a snorkel tour - book Blue Dolphin. read more

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Napali Coast Sunset Cruise. J Sea (Captain), Naya & Jarrett (Crew) did a great job. The boat was clean & in good shape. The restrooms were clean. We left around 3PM and were back at 7:30PM. The upper neck had a lot of seating & was the best place to see the Coast. There is no shade on the upper deck; be sure to wear sunscreen. It is also very windy so hold on to your hat. The lower deck has seating & some shade. The lower deck is the best place to sit if you get sea sick. J Sea did a great job trying to minimize the rough waters. It was still very rough in areas & people got sick. Tip: No matter what take the non drowsy Dramamine!! Just do it!!! Plenty of canned juices, teas, & soft drinks offered. Tiny cups of water also offered. I would have liked larger cups of water offered. Take a large bottle water if you want lots of water. Unlimited Beer / Wine/ Hard seltzer & Mai Tai also offered. The champagne at sunset was a nice touch! The food was okay; not horrible & not great. There was plenty of it. Overall a good experience. It was expensive; $200 per adult. Book 10 days in advance for a discount. The sunset while pretty was not magnificent. The Napali Coast was amazing to see & made the trip worth it. The crew was fantastic and made sure everyone was safe & comfortable. Tipping is encouraged; so bring cash or your credit card. read more

Blue Dolphin Charters - Napali Coast - Boating Near Me - Eleele, Hawaii

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Went on the sunset cruise and highly recommend Blue Dolphin Charter! Our tour ended alongside an entire pod of dolphins! Not only did we have a great spot for the sunset after seeing the beautiful coastline, but we had a full show with dolphins flipping next to the boat! Captain J-sea and her crew, CJ and Nicole, were highly attentive and awesome throughout! The dinner and drinks were excellent, too! read more

You have to go when Captain Kai and JoJo can take you. This is arguably one of the best experiences we have had in the islands or traveling anywhere frankly. Not for the faint of heart but an absolutely awesome experience. Kai is like an encyclopedia of Kauai history and a seriously bad ass boat driver and JoJo was awesome and helped us create an amazing memory. I highly recommend Blue Dolphin and when they say you will see Dolphins lol! They get you up close and personal. read more

Blue Dolphin Charters - Sea cave - Boating Near Me - Eleele, Hawaii

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Our group took the Napali Coast Sunset Dinner. It was such an amazing experience. Our captain, Evan, and crew members, Jayce and Luke, were very knowledgeable and hospital throughout the entire experience. Of course in Kauai, you'll never know if you're going to get rain or shine, but during the few minutes that it did rain, it didn't stop us from having a great time. The luau style dinner was so good, I wish I had another plate! We even got to get under a little waterfall that was pouring off the Napali coast. The coast itself was gorgeous, it's worth seeing it if you've never been before. I would do this experience all over again if I could! read more

Best tour by far! The Kauai Na Pali coast is an absolute must see in your life time! Pictures just dont cut it. You must see it with your own eyes to take it in the depth of dynamic beauty! The crew has such aloha too! So friendly and helpful! The crew makes the trip even more amazing! Made me want their jobs lol! They were so nice and didn't mind answering all of our tourist questions! I definitely want to take another tour with them! read more

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If you're only going to do one excursion on the island, LET THIS BE IT! Of course, the Na Pali coast is unbelievably gorgeous, it's a must-see. The snorkeling was super fun and we got to see a pod of spinner dolphins. But this entire experience could not have been any better! Our crew (Captain Joe, J-Sea, Zoe, and Kai) were so hospitable, kind, educational, and FUN. Breakfast and lunch are served on the boat, and the crew was very quick to ask us if we needed anything or to literally appear with snacks and drinks! And nobody hates complimentary mai tais, beer, and wine... I wouldn't have wanted to see the amazing Na Pali coast any other way. Can't thank everyone enough for such a perfect day! read more

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Once again, did not disappoint. Went out on a sunset/whale watching tour. We were quite worried it wouldn't happen with the weather. Half our group decided against it. Too bad for them. We had a GREAT sail. Saw a pod of easily 75 dolphins, who decided to stay with us and put on a show. Also a momma and calf humpback whale, turtles; the whole deal. Colin, Brian and Cole were a fantastic crew. Great drinks, food and conversation. Brian was willing to share some of his favorite recommendations on the island. Very grateful. Thanks for another great night! read more

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Had a great day on the water with Blue Dolphin Charters with Capt. Nate, Ruby, and Meghan. Beautiful day of weather but boat can still be bumpy so I suggest to everyone to use a motion sickness med even if you are not typically affected. The sail up the coast was beautiful and we saw a ton of dolphins and got a great history on the sites by our Captain. The lunch was good and the crew very hospitable. This is our second time seeing the Na Pāli coast and it never gets old! read more

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What a great experience from check in to disembarking, the crew of the Blue Dolphin was exceptional. Hats off to Captain Cole, for this expertise in guiding us the the big waves to reach the N'Pali Coast. Deck mates Christian and Naya took great care of everyone on board. This trip will definitely by the highlight of our Kauai vacation. read more

Blue Dolphin Charters - N'Pali Coast - Boating Near Me - Eleele, Hawaii

5 Stars to the Blue Dolphin Crew! We did the afternoon snorkel and dinner cruise - and it was everything we were hoping for!!! The crew could not have been nicer. They took the time to connect with each person on the boat. They were always ready to take photos, help you in any way, and were not skimpy on the beverage service. Keep in mind, this is not a romantic dinner cruise where you will gently glide through the sunset. Wear a swimsuit, bring a towel. You'll be exploring the rugged Napali coast, be splashed in the pacific, running with spinner dolphins, and even get dunked in waterfalls. It was an exceptional trip, and how we ended our week in Kauai. The 1 hour snorkel portion was also fantastic. We found a quiet cove with woads of fish. Getting in and out of the boat was easy with the giant swim platform and sturdy ladder. There were noodles, great gear, a fresh water nozzle and it felt very safe. Dinner was a filling Hawaiian plate with port and or chicken, salad and sticky rice. Filling and tasty, washed down with unlimited beverages. If you get sea-sick, take your dramamine. The seas are rolling, and there were some people that didn't fare as well as others. All in all - YES YES YES you want to do this trip! The crew (Jackson and our lovely woman from OshKosh) were absolute treasures. Bring some extra $$ to tip them please. read more

Blue Dolphin Charters - mai-tais and waterfalls? yes please! - Boating Near Me - Eleele, Hawaii

Whoa ..... what a wonderful experience. It was an exciting day. Flying fish, dolphins and Captain Joes crew. Attentive and focused on safety ensuring the crowd was safe. Wonderful Mai Tai's and food. Tasty cookies The sunset was one of the best ever. Can't wait to return read more

Captain Ruby and her boat mate were awesome! They made the adventure super fun and it was worth every penny. Would recommend 100%

My group of 5 did the raft tour to the Napali Coast. We had an amazing time. Check in was super easy and the entire tour was enjoyable. Captain Kia'aina and Jordan were great. They made sure we were comfortable and were very accommodating. We had many stops during the tour where they explained the history of Napali Coast. We didn't snorkel because of the conditions but we stopped a couple of times to jump in the ocean. Overall, great experience and highly recommended. FYI you will get wet on this tour. read more

We just came back from our sunset cruise with Blue Dolphin Charters and what an amazing experience it was! Captain Kai along with his crew Jared and DJ were phenomenal and the personal attention they gave to each of us was commendable. We saw two pods of dolphins and saw several waterfalls up close and sea caves along the Napali coast. Paired with this was the open bar and great food! Highly recommend and a trip not to be missed! read more

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This was the highlight of our stay in Kauai. Capt Chad and crew were amazing. The sights and scenery could not have better. Accommodating, friendly, entertaining, kind and helpful (especially to those among us who didn't feel well). First rate and will definitely be scheduling another cruise when we come back. PS. When they say you're going to get "shamu splashed" they are not exaggerating!! Thank you for giving us a day we will never forget! read more

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First off know what you are getting into before booking this trip! It's an adventure not a calm romantic cruise. The first mate told me the western waters of Kauai are THE ROUGHEST waters in all of Hawaii. Charters in Maui and Oahu cancel trips when the water gets as rough as the ones on this trip to Na'pali. I give Blue Dolphin 5 stars because the crew was awesome (Captain Evan and crew). They were very informative and accommodating to all guests. One crew member went out of his way to meet and talk to every family on the boat. They passed out snacks and drinks and you can tell they like their job which is a sign of a good company. The food was very good on the sunset cruise and the unlimited beer, wine and mai thais are great! Seriously drink up on the way back as it will help you not get sea sick! I give this trip 4 stars! It is not a bucket list trip as many call it. It's got some really pretty scenery and we got to see dolphins which was amazing. The snorkel spot was good with lots of fish near the surface. We snorkeled for only about 30 minutes which was fine for my family. And as someone afraid of the ocean I felt very safe for some reason. But just know the waters are VERY VERY rough. Two people got sick but my wife and I took our Dramamine (which is a MUST in my opinion) and we were totally fine. Our kids didn't get sick so don't worry about kids being nauseous as they can handle it. They got scared twice though with how much water came crashing on board and drenching us. The sunset was okay but being from California I've seen pretty epic sunsets on the regular so it's nothing to write home about. Overall it's a great ADVENTURE. Not for the faint of heart who think they are doing to take a leisure little cruise out to some beautiful landscape, swim with dolphins and sip wine as the sun goes down. You might get some of that but expect to get wet, bounced around by the waves and lots of salt water in the face and you'll have a great time! read more

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Absolutely fantastic sunset tour of the Na Pali coast. The view speaks for itself, so I would like to recognize the absolutely fantastic Captain, Jay Cee, and her Crew, Jace and Colin. Jay Cee is a native of Kauai and shared so much information about the coast line and history. She was such an incredible host and Captain, so funny and personable and had a fantastic music playlist that added to the fun of the trip. She was just so cool, I am so glad we got her boat. Jace and Colin came around the whole tour to answer questions, bring water and refills and help passengers who were having a hard time navigating around the boat due to the choppy water. Amazing people. I felt so safe in this teams care on this trip. I will say that the water is very choppy. We got a very placid day and were incredibly lucky with the timing of our tour. Most days the water can be up to 10 or 15 ft waves. Take Dramamine or Bonnine an hour before your trip and listen to the crew as they detail how to handle motion sickness. It is not listed on the site but you can wear close-toed shoes on the boats. You need to be barefoot if you are wearing sandals. You will get very wet! Amazing time. read more

This trip was truly unreal and one of the most amazing things we have ever done (the pictures don't do it justice)! The boat ride definitely isn't for the faint of heart (lots of waves and bumps), but as someone who struggles with seasickness, we did really well in the front of the boat with some Bonine on board, and it was 100% worth the life-changing experience! Captain Evan, Ruby, & Jared made this trip outstanding. The views were unbelievable, the history the team shared was fascinating, and we had the best time. The weather didn't cooperate for us, so we unfortunately weren't able to make it to Niihau. Having said that, the trip was absolutely worth it even without that leg included, and the company gave us a refund for the difference of the tour price, which was so nice! We would absolutely recommend this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! read more

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Charter was fun, the crew and captain were beyond. Highly recommend, seeing the shoreline from a boat is worth it a million times over with, if i had any critique, wish we could have stayed at snorkel spot for a bit longer, regardless, do it, was fun and totally worth time and $$$$ - thank you we had a blast! read more

We had an amazing day with Captain Joe, JR, Dylan and Nicole. Everyone was so helpful with accommodating my 80 year old mother, two teens and myself on a pitching boat. Staff worked non-stop to make sure everyone was comfortable and safe. We went on a "calm" day and still got tossed around so this is not for the faint of heart! Had a lucky day and saw whales, dolphin and a sea turtle! Thanks for a great trip! read more

This was so amazing! I would go again it was so awesome! All the crew and the captain were awesome they were amazing so passionate about their job and so helpful.Nobody threw up on our boat. Just amazing overall! read more

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Wife and I really enjoyed this tour. We were able to see four whales, spinner dolphins, and the amazing Nepali coast. A few tips: -Be prepared to get wet, dress appropriately. -If you get sea sick or never been on the ocean, maybe best to take a motion sickness pill. A few tourist guests could not handle the trip. -Water proof wind breaker is key -hat/glasses -sunscreen read more

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Had an amazing experience on the 5 hour raft tour! Captain Kai and Vaiden (I don't know the spelling) were amazing and funny. The whole voyage was a bit tiring yet fun with the extreme speed and sites. The snorkeling was great as they provided us with all the right gear. Saw some amazing sights under the water. The food was great (especially the cookies). This was a 10/10 I would definitely recommend to do this if you're thinking about it! read more

Beautiful day to go on a charter along the Nāpali coastline with the amazing Captain Joe, Kealoha, CJ and Olivia. These young people know how to treat you like you were one of their own 'ohana from the snorkeling, to dolphins and the beautiful views of the coastline and hearing the history was amazing. Pictures cannot do it Justice, it's definitely something you need to see with your own eyes. Love Blue Dolphin and will definitely go with them again! read more

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Had the most incredible sunset whale watching tour last night. The crew, Capt Kai, Dylan and Lily, were incredible. They were fun, knowledgeable and attentive. They brought drinks and food around - wasn't expecting that! - and they clearly enjoy what they do. It was so nice to see how they interacted with each other and everyone on the boat. And then the whales! So many whales!!! It was stunning and unforgettable. Cannot recommend this team enough. We were debating on whether or not to book and are so grateful we did. Mahalo! read more

A BIG thank you to Captain Kai & Crew, DJ & Duff! They made our experience amazing! They were very informative, personable and helpful and made it so much fun! The Na Pali Coast is so beautiful and full of history! We would highly recommend everyone use Blue Dolphin Charters for this awesome experience! read more

I can say without a doubt that our Sunset dinner cruise was DEFINITELY a highlight from our trip to Kauai. Captain Nate did an amazing job explaining the sites as we sailed to the Napali Coast. The history and legends were so awesome. Stacy and Collin took great care of us! Took pictures, served us endless drinks and were super friendly and eager to help with anything everyone needed. Dinner was also very good! I was super nervous about being sea sick and I'm SO glad I took Bonine before we left on the boat. Part of the ride was very "adventurous" as Captain Nate called it and I never felt sick once. Such a great experience that we'll always remember! Highly recommend! read more

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I really like Captain Nate He was of amazing job. & His Crew Members he was such an amazing tour guide on the Blue Dolphin Charters Boat. I will make sure I use the same boat company when I come back to Kauai ‍ read more

Blue Dolphin Charters - Boating Near Me - Eleele, Hawaii

My husband and I did this tour on our honeymoon. It was absolutely INCREDIBLE! Captain Joe, Jr, Ruby and Alex took care of us the entire time! The cruise around the coast is stunningly beautiful. Snorkeling and the boat ride didn't disappoint either! We saw dolphins, lots of fish and a few sea turtles! It was a perfect day all made possible by the amazing captain and his crew! Shoutout to Alex on her first day! She did an amazing job! Thank you all so much for the wonderful time. It was the highlight of our trip. :) read more

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Fantastic day on the water. The crew Captain Elia, Zeke and Ruby couldn't have been more attentive. The sights were breathtaking. Captain Elia had wonderful stories to share as we went up the coast. We highly recommend this trip! read more

Blue Dolphin Charters - Into the waterfall! - Boating Near Me - Eleele, Hawaii

TAKE DRAMAMINE!!! Get sea sick - take it. Never been seasick in your life -TAKE IT!! This is a rough ride! It's worth taking! Double tipping - they charged my sister twice for the tip she put on the signature. Then they added an extra 0 to our tip. This isn't a coincidence. You total the sum at the bottom so they know what they're doing. A lot of businesses do this as standard practice, hoping that you won't notice because they can always claim it was a "mistake." The crew was nice, the views were good once we got there. Would've rated it a 4 if they didn't scam people. read more

Five Star Five Star!!! This was the funnest experience I have had on Kawaii and Captain Roy and his lovely two ship mates made it a incredible experience! We were lucky enough to get two spots on their 4pm whale watching excursion as they had a last minute cancellation. If looking online and no openings you might want to call to make sure as that is what we did. We arrived at 4pm and around 420 we walked down the street to the marina. You park in a gravel lot closest to the marina ( we parked in the lot but spots were small ) as we didn't read that we should park in gravel lot. We boarded the catamaran with around 40 other people and lots of seats on top and below. My 84 yo mom had no problem boarding but she is mobile. We started out and immediately saw spinner dolphins and a humpback. We watched the humpback for a while then went down toward Poipu where we watched two pods of humpbacks for a hour. The ship keeps a respectable ( and legal )100 yard distance but the whales can swim closer to boat, this time they didn't but still such a awesome show ! Soda, Beer, Wine and Mai Tais we're served as well as a little appetizer bar which was unexpected and delicious. They played Hawaiian music and the vibe was perfect. We watched the whales for a hour then head back to port with a beautifully sunset in the background. We had so much fun! Best $190ish ( not including a $20 tip we gave when we departed) They will have you sign your card receipt when heading back so if you want to tip on card you can but they kept the drinks flowing it was a fabulous 2.5 ish out on the water evening ( advertised as two ). FIVE STARS!!! read more

5 stars...AMAZING. Probably the highlight of our trip to Kauai. Feels like you're going out early at 2:30PM but the cruise does take over 4 hours. Love that the boat wasn't packed, everyone had enough room to enjoy the views and their space. As some noted the ocean is rough. When signing up I didn't think twice but there were some moments when I was holding on for a few moments, no joke. But overall the cruise is pretty stable. The views alone are worth every dollar, you can either kayak or take a helicopter to see this part of the island. read more

The right back and there the girl named ruby she was super nice and jordan was nice too

I had the BEST day of my vacation! Thanks to the kind staff an amazing trip to snorkel off the forbidden island of Niihau. Captain Evan, Luke, and JR did a wonderful job taking care of everybody and I saw things I've never seen before even after coming here since 1980! It was great. I highly recommend if you are on Kauai don't miss this experience! read more

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