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Will the Kauai bus take me to the Check-In Location? |
The bus does have a route which runs between Lihue and Kekaha. You can download the Kekaha Bus Schedule from http://www.kauai.gov/Government/Departments/TransportationAgency/BusSche... and also find the schedule of any connecting bus routes you need (for instance if you are in Hanalei you will need to take the Hanalei to Lihue bus and transfer at a shared stop). The "Old Kekeha Store" stop will take you slightly past the harbor but is not a very far walk. If you miss that stop you can jump off at the intersection of Elepaio road and Pueo road, but then you will be about a mile and a half away. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask the bus driver what stop is nearest the harbor and they will likely point it out for you as you pass. |
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How is the weather on Kauai? |
Weather on Kauai can be rainy at times, that’s how we got the name Garden Island. The north east side of the island gets the most rain up to 150 inches of rain per year. The weather comes from the northeast. The average weather is northeast trade winds 10-25mph light morning and afternoon showers. The west side of the island is the drier side which gets about 15 inches of rain per year. We depart from the sunny, drier side of the island going to the Napali Coast. Going to Napali Coast from the Westside is also a lot calmer because the trade winds are blocked by the island. |
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What is the difference between a whale watching tour and the full 4 hour Napali Coast Tour? |
A whale watching tour is seasonal. The waters of the Napali Coast house migrating humpback whales from the months of December to April. During one of these tours we'll be out on the waters for 2.5 hours for the primary goal of finding and observing this magnificent creatures. If you happen to book a full tour during Kauai's whale watching season, you'll likely have the fortune of seeing a family of humpback whales during your passage to the various activities of a Napali Coast tour. One of the great benefits of these catamaran tours (especially if you and your family book a private tour) is that Makai can customize the tour based on the passenger's interests. If the passengers want to spend a little extra time around the whales, that is exactly what you will get. |
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When it is time for tour departure, will I have trouble finding the boat? |
Directions to the harbor and within the harbor are quite simple. You will likely be coming in from the East of Kekaha, and as you approach town you will see a sign for "Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor" on your left. Turn left into the harbor and go to the end of the road. Parking is available in the dirt lot to your right and you should see Captain Makai and the "Kai Nalu" at the boat launch on your left. |
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What is the difference between the morning and afternoon Napali tour? |
The morning and afternoon tour are the same, the only difference is that the morning tour is a little less windy. |
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Will I get sea sick on the tour? |
If you have been on a boat and have got sea sick before, it's a good idea to take a motion sickness pill at least 1 hour before the boat ride. If this is your first time on a boat, you may get motion sickness if the seas are rough. |
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Whats the minimum age to ride on the boat? |
Kids age 4 and up can ride on the boat. |
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Can you smoke on the Boat? |
No smoking at anytime on board. |
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If I have a bad back, or neck can I ride the boat? |
No bad backs or necks on the tour. The ocean dose get rough at times and would not be recommended for people who have back or neck problems. |
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If I am taking any kind of medication should I bring it with me on the tour. |
Yes, bring any kind of medication you are taking on the tour. We are going down the Napali Coast which is very remote. |
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How can we get to the Kalalau Valley and on to the beach? |
A Napali Makai tour will take you past the Kalalau Valley and after witnessing the breathtaking views you may want to get a closer look. Part of why this area remains so beautiful is that it is not particularly easy to access. The closest road takes you to Ke'e beach at Haena State Park, which is the beginning of a challenging 11 mile hike into the valley. The fabled Kalalau Trail is not for everyone, but if you have it in you it is an amazing experience. It isn't the kind of trip you can make on a whim, so do some research, apply for a camping permit (http://www.hawaiistateparks.org/camping/permit_napali.cfm), pack light, and prepare for a once in a lifetime journey. |