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Spotlight on Activities Kauai



• ACTIVITIES AT SEA

ANINI FISHING CHARTERS AND TOURS
Anini Fishing ChartersCaptain Bob Kutkowski offers a Napali Tour right from the North Shore on his magnificent new 34-ft. Power Catamaran. Cruise in style aboard the super-smooth and comfortable “Sea Breeze” as Anini Fishing Charters takes you on a half-day charter with all snorkeling gear and gourmet lunch. “Sea Breeze” launches right at Anini Beach, just 25 minutes from the start of the Napali trail, with a maximum of 12 passengers. Captain Bob, with over 25 years of local fishing experience, also does sportfishing charters. He has many return customers that love the action that a half-day fishing charter can provide. For more information about tours or fishing charters on their new boat, please contact Captain Bob at (808) 828-1285 or at Charters@NaPaliSeaBreezeTours.com.

BLUE DOLPHIN CHARTERS
Blue Dolphin ChartersExplore the breathtaking Napali Coast from the deck of the 63-foot Blue Dolphin I or the 65-foot Blue Dolphin II. For young or old, non-swimmer or salty ocean veteran, Blue Dolphin Charters provides fun activities and all gear for passengers of all levels on their tours. On their daytime Deluxe Napali Coast Tour and Deluxe Ni‘ihau Island Tour, passengers relax in the sun or shade and enjoy a cool beverage, ride the water slide, scuba dive or snorkel, enjoy a continental breakfast and a sandwich buffet lunch, and are guaranteed sightings of dolphins and turtles. From December through April, passengers can also watch for magnificent humpback whales. Later in the day, the Napali Sunset Cruise and Romantic Po‘ipu Sunset Sail offer great sunset views, appetizers and drinks. For information and reservations, call (808) 335-5553. Visit them online at, www.KauaiBoats.com.

BOSS FROG DIVE & SURF - Kauai
Boss Frog's Dive & Surf - KauaiDon’t get eaten alive by high-priced activities, visit Boss Frog’s for a better deal. Book a Napali Snorkel Sail, Hawaiian Lu‘au, Helicopter Tour or Wailua Kayak Tour and save at least $16 per couple. Boss Frog’s also rents snorkel sets, golf clubs and surf boards. If you are also visiting Maui or the Big Island of Hawai‘i, Boss Frog’s has deals there, too! Find them at 4-746 Kuhio Hwy. in Kapa‘a, call (808) 822-4334. From out of state, visit their website at www.HawaiiDiscountActivities.com or call toll free 1-888-700-3764.

HOLO HOLO CHARTERS
Holo Holo ChartersGet to the fun faster aboard the 65-foot Holo Holo power cat offering a sightseeing excursion to both the Napali Coast and the “Forbidden Island” of Ni‘ihau, with snorkeling off the coast. Or, experience true Hawaiian trade-wind sailing with morning or afternoon tours on Leila, Holo Holo Charters’ luxurious 50-foot sailing catamaran. It’s not uncommon for Leila to attain speeds up to 18 knots or about 20 mph! Tours depart daily from Port Allen Marina Center and vary by season. Visit www.HoloHoloCharters.com or call (808) 335-0815 or 1-800-848-6130.


KAUAI WATERSKI SURF AND KAYAK
Experience the thrill of being pulled on a wakeboard, wakeskate, hydrofoil, skis or kneeboard by a new 2007 Malibu boat on the glassy, fresh water Wailua River. You’ll be surrounded by lush vegetation and beautiful landscape on the river that draws professional wakeboarders and skiers from around the world. Beginners through expert riders are welcome. For reservations, call (808) 822-3574.

NA PALI EXPLORER
Experience Hawaiian-style white-water rafting at its best with Na Pali Explorer, the original Napali Coast tour operator. Their vessels, Explorer I and II, offer an adventurous, thrill-seeking ocean expedition that includes exploring seacaves and a beach landing with a nature walk to an ancient Hawaiian fishing village at Nu‘alolo Kai (conditions permitting). Cruise with playful dolphins and curious sea turtles and, from January through April, watch pods of mighty humpback whales frolicking in Kaua‘i’s waters. Call (808) 338-9999.

NORTH SHORE CHARTERS
Departing from the north shore of Kaua’i at Anini Beach, North Shore Charters offers shared or private Napali coast tours and fishing charters aboard a custom 30-ft., “Na Pali Wilson,” designed for Kaua‘i waters. Owner and operator Capt. Garrett (Gary) West, with over 25 years of experience sailing in North Shore waters, assures that you'll have a safe and comfortable voyage. Explore the sea caves and remote valleys of the Napali Coast on a four-hour tour, which includes a deli-style lunch and snorkeling (gear provided). Capt. West takes up to 14 people per trip so there's lots of space for everyone. For reservations call (808) 828-1379.

PEDAL N PADDLE
Explore Kaua‘i’s rivers, waterfalls, coves and waterways in one- or two-person kayaks. Pedal ’n Paddle is a fully equipped outfitter for outdoor and water activities that rents bicycles, camping gear, snorkeling gear, bodyboards, kayaks, and more. Their rental prices are very reasonable, while the beauty of Kaua‘i is free. Pedal ’n Paddle is located in Ching Young Village in Hanalei. For information, call (808) 826-9069.

SNORKEL BOB'S - Kauai
Snorkel Bob's - Kauai“Snorkel Bob Brand masks are used exclusively by Kaua‘i & Maui Water Rescue squads. THE SEAMO BETTA & LI’L MO BETTA are Rx receptive in a minute. THE BUBBA SNORKELS (adult & kid sizes) drain splash water, block backwash and clear easy. I, SB, designed & built these beauties. Boogie boards, beach chairs & 24-HOUR INTERISLAND EXPRESS GEAR RETURN. Book 2 seats on any adventure and get a FREE Boogie for the week (Reg. $26). Snorkel Bob’s Compleat Reef Video is the what for & where from of snorkeling, & it’s FREE OVERNIGHT, when you get gear from me, SNORKEL BOB.” LOCATIONS: Kapa‘a: 4-734 Kuhio Hwy. (under the rainbow, north of Coconut MarketPlace), (808) 823-9433 • Koloa: 3236 Po‘ipu Rd. (just south of Old Koloa Town), (808) 742-2206. Or visit www.SnorkelBob.com. Open 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Every Day.



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