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    Sunset
    Greg D.

    We had an awesome time with Captain Max & the team from HoloHolo Charters today on the Napali Coast Sunset Dinner Cruise. They were incredible and the food & drinks were as well. Highly recommend HoloHolo Charters and Captain Max!

    Rainbow
    Chrystine A.

    Went on a sunset tour to see the Na Pali coast. It was pretty crazy getting out there. Bumpy and so fun. We were served snacks, dinner and drinks. I would do it again.

    Sunset
    Erika H.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to the Nepali coast. Sure, it was a little rough, but we didn't lose anybody overboard! The sun, the wind, the sea spray in your face, it's all so fabulous! Two people proposed on the trip. The sunset was incredible. I almost want to make the 11 mile hike to one of those beaches. The captain and the crew were outstanding. Anything you could want, if they could give it to you, they did. They kept the bathrooms clean and they kept the drinks flowing. Nothing but good things to say about this charter company!

    Sunset
    Jaime H.

    We had an amazing experience with the sunset dinner cruise along the Napali coast. I would highly recommend this charter for anyone's next trip

    Crater
    Julia G.

    $350 7 hour Niihau + Napali Super Tour: I was hesitant about booking because of cost, length of time, and motion sickness. However, I took the leap of faith and it turned out to be worth it! THIS BEING SAID - I would NOT go on this tour if you are susceptible to motion sickness. It will get really rocky. I took a preventative Dramamine even though I've been on boats before. They're very organized and give these tours daily. I felt very safe. They called us to confirm the day before and sent a list of things to bring like sunscreen - don't forget to wear clothes and a rain jacket that can get FULLY soaked if you want to sit out front. Bring an inflatable waterproof phone case with a lanyard too for photos. At 6 am, you'll have a briefing by the captain and he warned us that we could cancel with a full refund. Most of us accepted the challenge. There's 1 captain and 3 friendly crew members. You can sit inside a covered section, outside at the back of the boat, or at a small section at the very front of the boat (the splash zone). At times you can also stand up but the number one rule is HOLD ON! One concern I had is that there was a small child on board but she wasn't required to wear a life jacket. This was odd to me coming from the mainland US where children are required to wear life jackets at sea. I decided to sit in front for most of the tour. The way over to Niihau was relatively smooth - like being on a speed boat - but you could stand up if holding on. It took an about an hour. They played relaxing tropical music. We didn't see wildlife on the way there but being out on the water was a joy. They served a modest breakfast with eggs, pastries, and fruit. Coffee was available. Once we got close to Niihau the captain told us the history and then we made our way to the crater to find a snorkel spot. It got more rocky on the way there. One of the crew members jumped in first to make sure the water was safe and we saw a manta ray. Once we dove in, the snorkeling was awesome! The visibility was great and we saw lots of fish. I even saw a reef shark and a monk seal. We snorkeled for an hour until 9:30 am. It gets chilly in the water so they had a warm fresh water hose to spray down before drying off. Please note: snorkeling is never a guarantee and depends on weather. If we didn't get to snorkel, I would've expected a partial refund since that contributes to the value. We crossed the channel again to head to Napali coast. This was the rockiest ride of my life. I sat in the front and it was like riding a water ride at an amusement park for about 1.5 hr. The swells were 3-5 feet coming from different directions so they'd combine to be even larger swells. Sometimes the front of the boat wasn't even touching the water. But I was having an absolute blast!! We were getting sprayed and splashed almost constantly, but it was such a rush. They told us that if we wanted to move to the back, we would need to wave our hands for them to slow the boat down. This happened a few times. After that wild ride, it started to get old and I desperately desired calm waters. We stopped to see some dolphins sleeping and that's when I made my move to get my sunscreen and rain jacket. It gets very cold in addition to being soaking wet up front. My biggest mistake was not wearing the rain jacket and not reapplying sunscreen post snorkel because the hour ride back burned us (literally) pretty bad. Then we made it to the beautiful coast of Napali, which was genuinely stunning. I was feeling a little gross from inhaling so much salt water so I enjoyed the slower cruise. However it was still pretty rocky at times. They have plenty of photo ops both at the crater and the Napali coast and will take photos for you. They also provide unlimited drinks with an ample selection of non-alcoholic beverages (alcohol post snorkel). I stuck to sparkling water and wouldn't recommend drinking alcohol on these rocky waves unless you have a strong stomach. They served lunch which was deli sandwiches, pasta salad, and a veggie tray. I'd suggest some bags of chips or dessert as well since it was a pretty modest lunch. I got to lounge in the sun on their front deck tarp when the boat was going slow but then I spent the rest of the time inside. They have 2 bathrooms and sea sickness buckets. It's also important to note that you can always see one of the islands when out at sea, which makes it feel less like you're in the middle of the ocean - if you're nervous about that. While I think the same experience could've cost less I still feel it was worth it - it's only $50 an hour for an experience you wouldn't otherwise able to have in Kauai. Thanks so much Holo Holo and to our crew for transporting us safely and making it a fun last day in Kauai!

    Renle C.

    I struggle to write this review because in all honesty, my partner and I had a wonderful time sailing along the Napali Coast and watching the beautiful sunset on the ocean. However, upon reflection, a large portion of the experience can be credited to 1) the beautiful weather we had 2) the natural scenery. Any boat could've taken us and I think we would've had an equally amazing experience. Now for the things that Holo Holo did well: 1. Safety (felt very safe on the whole ride despite 8-10ft swells) 2. The staff (they were all very nice and friendly) 3. Stopped for whale watching multiple times, which I appreciated. This broke up the choppy ride towards the coast and allowed us a break to watch so many whales dive/breech/etc. The main negatives: 1. I do feel like the captain/Holo Holo's policy should have been way more transparent to passengers on what "rough ocean conditions" actually mean. I understand that they give the option to everyone after the "captain briefing" to cancel for a full refund or reschedule. However, they need to provide a better idea to passengers on what "8-10ft swells" can actually do to someone. The captain never said, for example, "if you are prone to motion sickness of any kind, I highly recommend you take the appropriate medication or reconsider taking the tour because it will be rough and you may be miserable the whole ride/be throwing up." You can't tell the whole group "we expect 8-10 foot swells...if that doesn't sound good to you, you can cancel/reschedule..."--that's lying by omission in my opinion. What ended up happening was the 8-10 foot swells made 1/3 of our boat miserable and nauseous for 90% of the 4 hour ride. 5 people out of ~30 threw up aggressively multiple times. It was a horrible sight to watch. I'm not speaking on behalf of myself and my partner since we're both adventurous and do not get motion sickness. HOWEVER, it is NOT a positive experience to watch people suffering all around you for the entire boat ride. We chose to look the other way (literally and figuratively) multiple times and felt bad about it. There were some people who were so sick that they never even left the cabin area to look outside. I felt so bad for them. 2. The food. For $500 for two, I'd say expect better food. It was the most bland and unpalatable food I've had in a long time. Chicken teriyaki was as tough as rubber and drowning in a watery bed of cabbage. Rice was overcooked and dry. Only the leafy green salad was palatable. Brownie dessert was dry and overly sweet. I probably had a bite and tossed it. The pre-dinner snacks were better than the actual dinner in my opinion. Further, it would've been nice for the captain to slow the boat down for 10-20 mins for people to get food and eat. Going full throttle while people are either lining up, trying to fill their plates, running to throw up, or trying to find a decent seat does not make for a peaceful dining experience. I got my food and half of it flew off into the ocean before I could eat it due to the wind/choppiness of the water. 3. The time spent at the Napali Coast was too short. We probably spent 10-15 minutes actually paused/slow cruising around the cliffs. I didn't think that was enough time to take everything in and for everyone to get pictures. Maybe it was due to the conditions for today, but it did feel short. All things considered, my boyfriend and I personally had a 9/10 experience. However, I don't think half of our boat could say the same. Next time, I'd probably book with a cheaper company since I did not feel like the high price tag justified the basic positives that occurred on our tour.

    Aleksandr F.

    Great experience for the price! We went on an adventure with them yesterday, and it was absolutely amazing. The water in the gulf was calm, and we were lucky enough to see several pods of dolphins -- a pretty rare sight. Jess was a fantastic captain, guiding us through the trip with stories and insights almost the entire way. During snorkeling in the crater, we even spotted two reef sharks and some monk seals underwater.

    Grant H.

    We went winter time for the sunset cruise. If you decide to go then, BE READY! The water was rough, and the waves were big. Some people got sick, but it was a fun ride. The guides were correct when warning us of things that would make us seasick. The water was calmer near the coast, so we got some good pictures. The sunset was beautiful!

    Cave
    Gayle J.

    The views were amazing, however it was only 1 spot of snorkeling for appx 1 hr for a 7 hour day. Was able to see rare turtle, monk seals and a Manta Ray. Good food, friendly staff, only 1 bathroom for 50 passengers

    Delicious !!!!!
    M R.

    This is an excellent boat cruise, but unless you have sea legs, I don't recommend it. The tour itself is over five hours long and the waves can be incredibly choppy. Multiple people vomited on our boat. But, if the sea is for you and you don't get seasick, this is an absolutely beautiful and breathtaking tour of the coast. The captain Mike was a really nice guy and drove the boat safely. He went over all the safety recommendations before we left and even gave people an opportunity to get a full refund - because it was so choppy - and not come on the tour. We of course still went - because we love boats. The drinks were plentiful, and we enjoyed the service from all of the crew members. They were a little bit too chatty, and I recommend just moving to a place where you cannot listen if you don't like to talk to anyone while cruising. The catamaran has trampolines you can lay on, but you will get wet. The boat does allow young children and teenagers, so just be aware if you were looking for a romantic catamaran ride this is not it. I would absolutely do this tour again. You guys have done a great job and the food was delicious. The only recommendation I would have is that when people throw up that you clean the railings immediately- because each of those people who vomited got puke all over the railings and their hands and then touched everything and that was gross. Not your fault, people are just disgusting.

    Robert K.

    Had a wonderful outing doing Holo Holo's super tour! As a tourist, this was the perfect tourist activity. Holo Holo took me to places I couldn't access on my own. The staff was very friendly/helpful, the boat had all the conveniences needed, and the entire process was very easy from booking to parking. The scenery was epic, loved getting to go in the water. There is potential for seasickness because you're truly out in the ocean but I felt safe the entire voyage as Holo Holo was a very professional operation. No regrets, would 100% do it again.

    Napoli coast

    What an amazing experience! Really words and pictures will never do any justice. This is something you will just have to experience in person. The staff made us all feel like family and showed us a great time. Put it on your bucket list!

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    Ask the Community - Holoholo Charters

    Does it get pretty chilly on the Na'Pali coast your in December/January?

    It absolutely can! Cool and cold are relative, but Hawaiʻi can experience a great fluctuation in temperatures (especially during the winter months).… Read more

    Do you recommend taking a motion sickness medication before this trip?

    Yes if you are prone to motion sickness. Also sticking towards the back of the catamaran helps. I did both and had no troubles.

    What do you all recommend to wear for the sunset dinner cruise?

    Nothing onboard the cruise is fancy. Wear whatever you are comfortable in as long as it is respectful of the other passengers.

    Are children (at what age) permitted on the Sunset Cruise? We will have a 12 month old with us and are interested in this excursion after a friend's rave review.

    I believe that children 5 and older are allowed. The waters are rough and the solo little boy on our Sunset Cruise got sick. I would make childcare arrangements for the little if you can! Best of luck and have fun!

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    Review Highlights - Holoholo Charters

    The views of the Na Pali coastline were majestic and the explanations through Hawaiian lore is always appreciated.

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    This was hands down one of the highlights of our trip to Kauai! We had a group of five, and I truly…read morecan't say enough good things about Capt. Kealoha, Evan, Kawika, and Aina. From the second we got on the boat, they made everyone feel welcome and were so friendly, funny, and accommodating. They took the time to engage with everyone on board, which made the whole experience feel really personal. Capt. Kealoha did an incredible job sharing the history of the Nā Pali Coast, pointing out famous movie filming locations, and explaining the history of different landmarks along the way. It made the trip so much more than just a beautiful boat ride, it felt like we were getting a personal tour of one of the most stunning places in Hawaii. When it was time to snorkel, the crew made sure everyone felt comfortable and informed before getting in the water. They even jumped in with us, which made the experience even more fun and reassuring. The two kids in our group had an absolute blast and haven't stopped talking about it! The views were unreal, the crew made the entire day so much fun, and we left talking about how glad we were that we booked with Blue Dolphin Charters. If you're visiting Kauai and thinking about doing a Nā Pali Coast tour, this is the one. I would recommend them over and over again!

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    Easily One of the Best Experiences of My Life - 10/10 Would Do Again…read more If you're debating whether or not to book with Nā Pali Pirates, just do it. Hands down one of the coolest things I've ever done. Captain Dom was the perfect mix of chill, knowledgeable, and safety-conscious--dude knew exactly how to handle the boat, even when we got up close and personal with some pretty intense waves near the cliffs and caves. And Chaz? Absolute legend. Kept the vibes light with some solid (and delightfully cheesy) jokes, plus he snapped a ton of pics so we could actually enjoy the moment without worrying about our phones. But the real highlights? Getting insanely close to the cliffs and feeling the sheer power of the ocean, then just floating out in the middle of nowhere, taking it all in. Oh, and did I mention we saw THREE whale breaches and a bunch of dolphins? Unreal. If you're on the fence, take this as your sign to book it. Zero regrets, just pure adventure.

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    DRAMAMINE, y'all…read more You're choosing to do the Na'Pali coast from the North Shore, which means smaller boats, and choppier waves. I took one Dramamine, the night before. Then another, an hour before our departure. AND THE BOAT RIDE WAS GREAT. I was all smiles and adventure and breathing -in the ocean air and wind! Unlike, a few folks, who were NOT doing so well. (One or two barfed over the side, but thankfully I didn't notice. Know how your body handles boats and waves. Don't do tours like this, without proper prep. It will NOT be fun if you underestimate it.) Check-In staff was super friendly, and personal. They remembered me from my original email. Sweet. Parking was easy. Shuttles team was super friendly. The strangers we rode with, all turned out to be cool. 2 boats go out (mini-catamarans, with cover from the sun). They expertly traverse the waves, and cliffs, and the caves, giving you some amazing first-hand visuals and photos. But yeah, that boat will be a rockin', during those up-close cave moments. Spoiler: You probably won't see whales, unless you're there before May. But we DID see a cute pod of Dolphins, who cozy'd up to our boat for a while. Our boat had Casey and Spencer. They were wise beyond their years, in all things Kauai. Funny and friendly. Spencer navigated the heck out of those waves, while Casey handled the nauseous passengers with MOTHERLY CARE. Spencer was 50/50 on allowing us to snorkel, based on conditions and a previous scare, a few weeks prior. But he ultimately made the call to GET IN THE WATER. He wisely kept us on a leash (not literally), whistling at swimmers when they got too close to a reef (with waves that could wash you onto the reef). It was fun and chill. Saw a HUGE, MASSIVE KING DADDY SEA TURTLE. He did not enjoy us as much as we enjoyed him and he bounced. Followed by a JR. Turtle, who stuck around a bit longer. Tons of fish. Spencer & Casey gave us good food and hike recommendations, and everyone treated us like friends / family. Highly recommend this team if you're going out. And you already know I highly recommend some Dramamine.

    I had an amazing experience doing the Na Pali Coast tour with them. Had to reschedule the tour due…read moreto some rough weather but glad we got a better slot with calmer conditions. The captains were very informative, knowledgeable and engaging. They gave great background and history about all the spots we saw. We even saw some dolphins up close. We got to sit at the bow of the boat on the way back. They gave us snorkeling gear and allowed us to go out in the water and explore. We saw some amazing sea life and coral reefs. They gave us lunch, snacks and soda after. The ride there and back was also very smooth. I would highly recommend booking a tour with them!

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