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The Forbidden Island · Niihau

Explore the waters near Niihau with our snorkel adventure or an offshore scuba expedition.

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Our snorkel trip combines Na Pali scenery with offshore snorkeling near Niihau or Lehua. The scuba expedition is for experienced certified divers seeking deeper offshore sites. Both depart Port Allen; routes and water activities depend on ocean conditions. No landing on Niihau is included.

Niihau snorkel adventure

Coastal scenery and an offshore day on the water.

Offshore snorkel adventure

Niihau & Na Pali Snorkel Adventure

Port Allen · About 7 hours

Spend the day exploring Na Pali, then venture offshore toward Niihau or Lehua for snorkeling, meals, and drinks. This ocean adventure does not include an island landing.

Trip details

Holoholo · 65-foot power catamaran

  • Continental breakfast, deli lunch, snacks & cookies
  • Snorkel gear, flotation, instruction & in-water support
  • Juices, water & soft drinks; beer, wine & hard seltzers after snorkeling
  • Coastal stories, wildlife watching & offshore adventure

No landing on Niihau. The captain chooses the route, order and snorkel site for the conditions. Wildlife and underwater visibility vary.

We choose our route and water activities for the day’s ocean conditions. Wildlife sightings, snorkeling, cave entry, and sailing are conditions dependent. Bring sun protection and follow the meeting instructions in your confirmation.

Niihau scuba diving

An offshore dive expedition for experienced certified divers.

Experienced certified divers

Niihau dive adventure

Port Allen · About 12 hours

Head toward Niihau for deeper, more demanding dives on an offshore expedition for experienced certified divers. Ocean conditions determine the route.

Trip details

Certified Divers | 12 Hours This Dive is for experienced divers. We often drift one or two dives and the depths are greater then on the South Shore trips. The first dive is usually 100-120 feet, the second is in that 60-80 foot range and the third dive is 40-50 feet. It's a long day filled with incredible sights above and below the water.

Check the selected dive’s certification, recent experience, and medical requirements before booking. Your dive team confirms sites and conditions.

Niihau & Lehua Rock

Explore the channel where we snorkel and dive.

Niihau and Lehua Rock lie west of Kauai. The snorkeling area is in the channel between the two islands.

The channel between Lehua Rock and northern Niihau. Western Kauai is shown for orientation.

Illustrative areas and snorkel route. Stops and dive sites depend on conditions. No island landing.