Guided South Shore Snorkeling Tour

Swim with the Sea Life!

A Perfect Tour for Any Experience Level

5/5 (185 Reviews)

Our Kauai Guided Shore Snorkel takes you on a two-hour guided snorkel from the shore (no boat) with a certified dive instructor. This tour is perfect for both very beginner and experienced snorkelers. Snorkel Kauai’s pristine south shore reefs and learn about our tropical fish, sea urchins, and other unique and wonderful sea mammals.

BOOK YOUR TOUR

2 Hours Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel Tour From Koloa
Starting at $95^.50 per adult

Adults
Ages 13+ $95^.50 + tax & fees
Children
Ages 4-12 (must be able to swim. This is an ocean adventure and may not be suitable for all children) $95^.50 + tax & fees

Guided South Shore Snorkeling Tour Features

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Incredible Views

Looking to get up close and personal with some of Kauai’s incredible sea life? Led by a certified dive instructor, this two-hour snorkeling adventure takes you to one of the island’s most pristine reefs without having to set foot on a boat. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced snorkeler, you’ll be able to enjoy the amazing array of fish, urchins, and mammals that call these waters home. Join us for a fun-filled day of snorkeling and learning about Kauai’s amazing ecosystem. We guarantee you won’t be disappointed!

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Spectacular Location

Kauai’s South Shore boasts near perfect weather year-round. “Sunny Po’ipu,” is known for its sparkling beaches and lush vegetation. In fact, Poipu Beach was named America’s Best Beach by The Travel Channel, ranking top among the 10 “best” beaches selected nationwide. This family-friendly beach is a series of golden sand crescents, strung together where beachgoers will find snorkeling, swimming, a natural ocean wading pool, boogie-boarding, and surfing. It’s a prime location for swimming because of a barrier reef which keeps the waters calm.

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Conservation

The ocean is at the heart of what we do. Without the vast ecosystems and diverse species on our reefs, there would be no underwater world for us to educate, explore and enjoy. Each of our tours includes marine ecology education tidbits to ensure you will come away with a bit more knowledge about our amazing ocean and all the creatures who share it. We believe that conservation starts with education, so we are dedicated to teaching our guests about the importance of preserving our oceans and the many ways we can make a positive impact. By taking just a few small steps, each of us can help make a big difference in the health of our planet’s precious marine life.

Guided South Shore Snorkeling Tour Details

Highlights

Guided tour in the pristine waters off Poipu
Perfect for swimmers of all abilities

Tropical fish, sea urchins, and sea mammals!
All gear included

5/5 (185 Reviews)

Descriptions

Kauai offers some of the best snorkeling in Hawaii. Our Kauai Guided Shore Snorkel takes you on a two-hour guided tour of the south shore reefs with a certified dive instructor. This tour is perfect for both very beginner and experienced snorkelers. You’ll want to have basic comfort in ocean waters, but we can provide flotation for hesitant swimmers. Because there is no boat, you won’t have to worry about sea sickness.
Learn about our Hawaiian ecosystem and an amazing array of sea life. Snorkel Kauai’s pristine south shore reefs and learn about our tropical fish, sea urchins, and sea mammals. We are often greeted by a Hawaiian green sea turtle (honu) or maybe a monk seal! It is a unique and wonderful experience to observe these creatures from a distance; but please know it is the law to keep 50’ or more away from endangered species.
We do provide all gear at no additional charge including wetsuits, pool noodles, boogie boards, snorkel vests etc. If you have your own gear, you’re welcome to bring it, just no full-face snorkel masks please. This is an unforgettable experience that you don’t want to miss. Book your tour today!

5/5 (185 Reviews)

Price & Availability

2 Hours Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel Tour From Koloa

AdultsAges 13+	$96^.00
ChildrenAges 4-12 (must be able to swim. This is an ocean adventure and may not be suitable for all children)	$96^.00

(must be able to swim. This is an ocean adventure and may not be suitable for all children)

5/5 (185 Reviews)

Included

All Snorkel gear – including wetsuits!
Free parking
Knowledgeable guide
We provide snacks and beverages

5/5 (185 Reviews)

Departure & Return

Check-in: 3417 Poipu Road, Suite 105, Koloa, HI 96756
Multiple start time options – 2-hour tour

5/5 (185 Reviews)

Cancellation

If you choose to cancel the tour for whatever reason, you will need to make sure to do it OUTSIDE our cancellation period of 72 hours. Tours cancelled less than 72 hours prior to the scheduled date/time of the tour or guests who do not show up to the scheduled tour will be charged 100% of the tour total. (Time is calculated to the minute! If your tour is at 8am, you have until 7:59am Hawaii Time the day before.) However, if you need to reschedule your tour and are within the 72-hour cancellation period, there will be a reschedule fee added to your reservation. Once a reservation has been rescheduled there is not a new 72-hour cancellation period.

5/5 (185 Reviews)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can we touch the animals?

We maintain a respectful distance form humpback whales and do not swim with the spinner dolphins. For your safety and the safety of the animals, you are not allowed to touch the wildlife we encounter. Turtles are vulnerable to drowning when approached aggressively by humans. But more importantly, we don’t want to be the reason they would change their behavior. This better preserves the natural habitats for the marine life for future snorkelers, like yourself. We will also not feed the fish during our snorkels for the same reason.
What if the weather is bad?

Our snorkel tours usually run rain or shine in moderate weather conditions. However, we may cancel the activity up to just before the tour in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. We always maintain the safety and integrity of our tours. However, please allow our experienced team to make the call in the event of weather. Please do not rely on weather forecasting apps. These do not always reflect conditions where our tours take place. Likewise, what is happening in Princeville or Kapaa or Lihue is NOT accurate representation of what is happening in Poipu. Many times, we will have sun and blue skies while it’s unfavorable in the other parts of the island. If we cancel the tour, all reservations will be allowed to reschedule if we have availability during your stay or will receive a refund in full.
What types of marine life will we see?

The island is home to beautiful reefs that provide a home for some 200 or so indigenous Hawaiian marine species. You will have the opportunity to spot wonderful coral reefs, colorful reef fish, sea turtles, dolphins and on occasion monk seals, rays and in seasons humpback whales! Marine life is wild and we will never be able to guarantee what you see, but we can guarantee a good time!
Are the tours suitable for families with small children and/or seniors?

YES! We do have a tour that can accommodate just about anyone in your group. Our Guided Shore Snorkels are great opportunities for families to experience the ocean together with children 4 years and up! Our South Island Zodiac Boat Adventure welcomes kiddos 5 years and older, however, this is more of an adventure and not recommended for someone’s first time in the ocean. Our NaPali Coast Sea Cave Tour Adventure welcomes passengers 7 years and older. Our “Kupuna” (definition: “wise ones”) are welcome on all tours, however, must be aware that the Zodiac Boat Tours are more adventure where they must be able to handle the bounce of the ride and climbing in the ladder after snorkeling. We recommend that people with chronic back issues or light mobility issues enjoy the Guided Shore Snorkel Tour.
What if I get seasick?

If you are prone to motion sickness it is always a possibility when in moving water. Even more so from the boat. We recommend taking something ahead of time as we are unable to provide any refunds for sea sickness. A few helpful hints to help prevent motion sickness if you are unsure if it will affect you: limit acidic foods such as coffee, pineapple, and citrus fruits and juices prior to your tour.