Reviews for Makana Charters

We were on the boat with captain Makana , uncle Tony and Ree. We had an amazing time. They really take the time to make you feel welcome. Took us to see some amazing views you could not see anywhere else. Would recommend to any one.

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The crew was very friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable. The boat was very clean and comfortable. It was a great trip!

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The crew made the entire excursion a lot of fun while being informative and knowledgeable. The Na Poli coast was absolutely stunning. Would highly recommend this excursion to anyone heading to Kauai

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We had an awesome experience on this tour! The crew were so hospitable, informative and fun! Would 100% recommend!

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(Translated by Google) A wonderful experience with a magical crew (Original) Ein wunderbares Erlebnis mit zauberhafter Crew

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(Translated by Google) We took a boat tour with Makana Charters during our stay on Kauai. It was a highlight of our time there. Booking was easy, communication was excellent, and the on-site organization was top-notch. A shuttle was provided from the meeting point to the boat. The crew was very friendly, the boat was clean, and safety on board was paramount. The trip itself, along the Napali Coast, is so spectacular that pictures simply can't do it justice. (Original) Wir haben während unseres Aufenthaltes auf Kauai mit Makana Charters eine Bootstour gemacht. Es war ein Highlight auf Kauai. Einfache Buchung, gute Kommunikation, vor Ort top organisiert. Vom Treffpunkt ein Shuttle zum Boot. Sehr nette Crew, sauberes Boot, Sicherheit an Bord. Die Fahrt an sich ist so spektakulär, entlang der Napali Küste, dass Bilder die Eindrücken nicht wiedergeben können.

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Great tour, but a little disappointed we booked a “snorkeling specific” boat tour and it turns out our boat did not even have any snorkel gear, even though the website and description explicitly state snorkeling and gear is included. Not really sure what else to say about that. Both our guides were awesome and friendly. Tour got back an hour earlier than projected as well. Too bad we couldn’t use that extra hour to go snorkeling….

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Amazing experience skip the big names and hop on this boat with wonderful people.

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🌺 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 – Incredible Nā Pali Coast Experience! Booking with Makana Charters was super easy, and communication before the trip was excellent. Check-in was quick and hassle-free, setting the tone for an amazing day ahead. Our captain and crew were fantastic — friendly, fun, and very knowledgeable. They made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable while keeping the mood light and enjoyable throughout the tour. The Nā Pali Coast was absolutely breathtaking. We saw dolphins, explored sea caves, and enjoyed a great snorkeling stop — definitely one of the highlights! Drinks were available throughout the trip, and lunch was provided, which made everything even better. Every moment was memorable, and I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Kauaʻi. It’s truly a must-do experience!

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Crew was fantastic! Beautiful tour💙

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Makana and his crew Uncle Tony and Rhi were amazing! They were all so friendly, knowledgeable and just overall wonderful. They were so engaging with all of us visitors on the charter. We saw unbelievable sights and even stopped to swim in the middle of the ocean. Only thing I’d say is definitely bring some Dramamine or anti nausea even if you don’t think you’ll get sick! Definitely needed that. Otherwise, it was 10/10 worth it!

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This was the highlight of our trip to Hawaii! We did the tour on the Amelia K with Captain Makana, and his crew, Ethan and Kana. It was such a great experience. The crew was lively and fun, and the experience was educational. We saw bottlenose dolphins, spinner dolphins, and a monk seal. We saw so much of the coast and even went into a few caves. The views were unbelievable and it was enriching to learn about the local history and culture associated with the beautiful land. The crew clearly has so much pride in their culture and land and it was such a treat to be able to admire that for an afternoon. It doesn't matter which side of the boat you choose to sit on, at all stops they turn the boat so each side can enjoy the view. I am very often a victim of motion sickness so I expected the worst, but I was completely fine. I took dramamine in the morning and had a light breakfast and skipped coffee. The only part of the trip which was a bit disorienting was the break we took for lunch, at which point the boat stopped and many people went swimming. The boat was rocking quite a bit and a few people who stayed on board got seasick. However, the crew was very quick to step in and take care of the ill passengers. Once we started moving again, everyone was fine. The ride back was choppy which actually made it SO fun, the playlist was great and Ethan has an awesome singing voice. Also, when we were at lunch, Captain Makana jumped in the ocean to go spear fishing, and caught a fish within moments. It was so beyond impressive. This trip was truly incredible, I'd recommend it to anyone. Thank you, Makana Charters!!!

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Beautiful ride along the Na Pali coast plus a few pods of dolphins was a bonus.

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Amazing staff and clear expectations. My wife and i enjoyed the time we had at Napali and would recommend to everyone!

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Such an incredible trip. Lili, Lionel and Captain Shawn were amazing. They were super helpful and knowledgeable. We saw so many dolphins and incredible views of the Na Pali coast. We plan on doing it again next time we come back.

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Best time ever! Even with the sea sickness the captain and crew made sure that we were all having a great time and a great experience!! Seeing and hearing about the culture of the island was very moving and I loved hearing the stories from the crew who grew up here and how they view the island! Just amazing all around! And some pretty damn good sandwiches!!

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Excellent crew and boat

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Great tour! Crew is very knowledgeable and fun! A must if you are in Kauai!!

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