Hawaii Cruises: Excursions
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Once you've booked your cruise, click on "Log In to My NCL" and enter your user name and password. If you are a new user, create an account. Once you're logged in, you should see a summary of your booked cruise(s). Click the button for "Shore Excursions". If this button is not clickable, you may need to wait at least 60 days prior to your vacation date. Once you get to the Shore Excursions shopping page, you should see each port city offering Shore Excursions for every day of your cruise itinerary. Click through each port city to get more info and pre-book excursions for each guest you’re traveling with. You can also call 1-866-625-1167 if you have any questions.
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Captain Zodiac Raft, Snorkel & Dolphin Adventure
This award-winning, fast-paced adventure tour is the only one that takes you to beautiful Kealakekua Bay, the only marine sanctuary on the Big Island of Hawai'i and site of the ... more
This award-winning, fast-paced adventure tour is the only one that takes you to beautiful Kealakekua Bay, the only marine sanctuary on the Big Island of Hawai'i and site of the Captain Cook Monument. A 24-foot Zodiac raft provides an exciting shore-hugging ride along the Kona coast. Keep your eyes open for spinner dolphins, pilot whales, sea turtles, manta rays, and humpback whales which frequent these waters from December-April. Upon arrival at Kealakekua Bay, you can swim and snorkel in protected waters. On the return ride, you'll explore sea caves, lava tubes and learn more about the geology of the island. Note: Participants must be at least 4 years of age and weigh no more than 320 lbs. Wear a swimsuit and bring a towel. This tour is not for guests who are pregnant, who have chronic back or neck problems, or who have had previous back or neck surgery. For more details about this tour please visit: http://captainzodiac.com/ncl less
| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 3½ hours | $129* | $89* |
Big Island Snorkel
All aboard to Pawai Bay, a snorkeler's paradise! This remote area offers visibility up to 150 feet and enchanting coral gardens that are home to over 600 species of ... more
All aboard to Pawai Bay, a snorkeler's paradise! This remote area offers visibility up to 150 feet and enchanting coral gardens that are home to over 600 species of brightly-colored tropical fish. Dolphins often follow us as we cruise to our destination. This 4 1/2 hour cruise includes 2 1/2 hours of water time. Snorkel gear, instruction, Rx masks, flotation toys, fresh water showers, a 20-foot water slide, 15-foot high dive platform, his and her restrooms, continental breakfast, buffet sandwich and salad bar, sodas, juices and a no-host premium bar are included. Two extra wide swim platforms make it a cinch to get in and out of the water. This is fun for the entire family, and might just be the best day you'll spend in Hawaii. Note: To purchase alcoholic beverages, guests must be at least 21 years of age. A valid ID is required by law. less
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| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 4½ hours | $119* | $79* |
Hilo Coast & Botanical Gardens
Located on Onomea Bay, this world-renowned tropical garden is a nature preserve that is acclaimed by visitors as 'the most beautiful area in Hawaii.' En route, your narrated tour ... more
Located on Onomea Bay, this world-renowned tropical garden is a nature preserve that is acclaimed by visitors as 'the most beautiful area in Hawaii.' En route, your narrated tour takes you through the Japanese-style Liliuokalani Gardens, along Hilo Bay and the lush Hamakua Coast to Onomea Bay. Here, in the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens, more than 2,500 species of tropical plant life have been assembled from regions all over the world; and the plants are labeled for easy identification. You'll receive a map of the garden's trails at the Visitor Center, and then enjoy your time wandering the garden grounds on your own, taking photographs or simply enjoying the incredible beauty. less
| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 2½ hours | $44* | $34* |
Catamaran Sail & Snorkel
Enjoy three activities in one – snorkeling, sailing on a top-of-the-line catamaran, and dolphin watching. While onboard, you'll receive your snorkel gear and personalized ... more
Enjoy three activities in one – snorkeling, sailing on a top-of-the-line catamaran, and dolphin watching. While onboard, you'll receive your snorkel gear and personalized instruction, then once in the water, look for rainbow-colored reef fish, endangered sea turtles, and elusive manta and eagle rays. The underwater topography is amazing, filled with corals, lava cliffs, valley arches and caves. After snorkeling, sit back and enjoy a full lunch and complimentary beer and wine as the tranquil light winds fill Kamanu's sails as she glides over Kona's brilliant blue waters. less
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| 4 hours | $119* | $79* |
Wailua River & Fern Grotto
Drive through Lihue Town and head north along the dramatic coastline to the Wailua River. At the marina, your guide will direct you to a flat-bottom motor launch for your journey ... more
Drive through Lihue Town and head north along the dramatic coastline to the Wailua River. At the marina, your guide will direct you to a flat-bottom motor launch for your journey up Hawaii's longest navigable river. At the head of the river, you'll disembark for a brief walk to the Fern Grotto, a hauntingly beautiful cave. Board your motorcoach and continue a bit further into the valley of the Sleeping Giant. From here, a short walk will bring you to Opaeka’a Falls. Note: The pathways at the Fern Grotto may be slippery. Fern Grotto may be substituted by the Pacific Paradise Gardens if not available. An additional optional shopping stop may be provided. less
| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 3½ hours | $69* | $39* |
Haleakala Crater at Sunrise
You can sleep when you return home from vacation! This very early morning adventure takes you to the top of the world's largest dormant volcano, Haleakala. Rising over 10,000 ... more
You can sleep when you return home from vacation! This very early morning adventure takes you to the top of the world's largest dormant volcano, Haleakala. Rising over 10,000 feet above sea level, Haleakala is renowned for its raw beauty and unique scenery. You'll marvel at the crater's eerie lunar-like landscape of cinder cones and ancient lava formations. The view is absolutely amazing. On clear days, you'll even enjoy views of the sunrise, Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea. Note: This tour is not recommended for guests with respiratory or heart problems. Bring a sweatshirt as temperatures can be cool at the summit. Coffee and a pastry are also included. less
| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 6 hours | $99* | $99* |
Secrets of Puna
Experience life on the planet’s most active volcano during this deluxe tour to Kilauea. Meet your guide for the day and board your tour vehicle. The drive to the volcano will ... more
Experience life on the planet’s most active volcano during this deluxe tour to Kilauea. Meet your guide for the day and board your tour vehicle. The drive to the volcano will take you through Banyan Drive where visiting dignitaries such as Babe Ruth, Cecil B. DeMille, and then-Senator Richard Nixon planted the famed Banyan trees. The drive also takes you past the waterfront Japanese Gardens of Queen Liliuokalani. The lush greenery of Hilo gives way to stark black basalt lava flows in Kalapana, a village completely destroyed by the advancing lava flows just a few years ago. Your first stop is the Painted Church. Now decommissioned, it was moved by determined villagers not once but twice to evade the molten lava flows. Next, you'll walk across the recent lava flows to the newest black sand beach on the island. You'll witness how the volcano engulfed everything in it’s path, even completely filling in Kaimu Bay with molten lava. This walk takes you over what once was the best swimming beach on Hawaii Island. Continue along the scenic Puna coastline to view the jagged lava cliffs of MacKenzie State Park. Then your guide will share a volcanically heated lava cove where you can take a refreshing dip or snorkel looking for tropical fish and the occasional giant green sea turtle. Finally, you'll visit Lava Tree State Park to view the incredible lava formations found here. Left behind in a sudden lava flow in 1790, the hot lava cooled around the native Ohia trees in black rock formations that must be seen to be believed. Your return drive will take you through Hilo. A Hawaiian-style barbecue lunch, which includes complimentary beer and French Champagne, is prepared by your guide along the way, and special dietary needs are happily accommodated with advance notice. There are opportunities to purchase local products and souvenirs along the way. Note: Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes, and bring a swimsuit and towel. Tour capacity is limited, molten lava will not be seen, and order of itinerary may change. Participants must be at least 4 years of age. less
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| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 6½ hours | $179* | $179* |
Waimea, Wailua & Fern Grotto
This introduction to Kauai, the 'Garden Isle,' features two of the area's most dramatic natural attractions: 2,857-foot-deep Waimea Canyon and a ride up the Wailua River to the ... more
This introduction to Kauai, the 'Garden Isle,' features two of the area's most dramatic natural attractions: 2,857-foot-deep Waimea Canyon and a ride up the Wailua River to the famed Fern Grotto. Your adventure starts with a drive to a lookout point at 3,400 feet above sea level. From here, you'll have an unsurpassed view of the rainbow-colored canyon with its reds and browns from exposed volcanic rock and blues and greens from lush tropical vegetation. Next, you'll board a riverboat for a cruise up the Wailua River to the Fern Grotto. This beautiful lava cavern forms a natural amphitheater with excellent acoustics. At the grotto, keeping with island custom, a chorus will serenade you with the traditional Hawaiian Wedding Song. Note: The pathways at the Fern Grotto may be slippery. Fern Grotto may be substituted by the Pacific Paradise Gardens if not available. Lunch is included. The pathways at the Fern Grotto may be slippery. less
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| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 8 hours | $109* | $79* |
Kauai Backroads Adventure
This exclusive journey takes you by air-conditioned 4 x 4 van, along seldom-used roads to areas of incredible beauty. Due to their inaccessibility, these roads have been off ... more
This exclusive journey takes you by air-conditioned 4 x 4 van, along seldom-used roads to areas of incredible beauty. Due to their inaccessibility, these roads have been off limits to all but sugarcane workers for years. Meander past reservoirs and fields en route to Kilohana Crater, as your guide tells you about Kauai's history and culture. The 360-degree panorama from the summit of the crater is breathtaking. Then, continue through Old Koloa Town, the birthplace of Hawaii's sugar industry to pristine Mahaulepu Beach. Here you'll enjoy a light snack and an optional nature walk. On the return, you'll pass through a mountain tunnel to further enhance your backroads look at Kauai. Note: This tour is not recommended for guests with back problems, those prone to motion sickness, or who are pregnant. Children under 4 years of age must ride in a car seat. less
| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 4 hours | $99* | $59* |
Secret Waterfalls of Kohala
By exclusive access, treat yourself to a swim under a private waterfall. North Kohala is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in Hawaii; rushing streams, sparkling ... more
By exclusive access, treat yourself to a swim under a private waterfall. North Kohala is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in Hawaii; rushing streams, sparkling waterfalls, lush tropical foliage, and rugged sea cliffs. Come along and visit this fertile and abundant heart of Kohala and explore its rich natural and cultural heritage. Enjoy a beautiful and informational narrative drive to the remote north end of the island followed by a short off-road adventure to the trailhead in our rugged 6WD Pinzgauer. Your interpretive guide leads the way on this educational and fun exploration of these remote and private lands. Along with an abundance of romantic waterfalls, the short mile and a half trail has three bridges, two idyllic streams, traditional Hawaiian taro terraces and irrigation flumes. Here’s your chance to "lose yourself" in a cool mountain stream with cascading waterfalls overhead or simply relax trailside. A delicious deli-style lunch makes this the ideal Hawaii adventure. Note: Participants must be at least 4 years of age. Wear comfortable walking shoes and a swimsuit. This tour is not for guests who have chronic back or neck problems, which have had previous back or neck surgery or would have trouble walking on uneven terrain or slippery surfaces. less
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| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 6 hours | $179* | $179* |
Zip & Splash
Soar high above towering trees and by breathtaking mountains. Experience the wonder of Kauai’s tropical paradise on a series of suspension bridges and six zip lines, totaling well over a ... more
Soar high above towering trees and by breathtaking mountains. Experience the wonder of Kauai’s tropical paradise on a series of suspension bridges and six zip lines, totaling well over a mile of air time. Four of the six lines are tandem or side-by-side which gives you the opportunity to share a shriek with a buddy. The 1,800 feet tandem, center-dismount lines are the ultimate rush. A short hike through a swaying bamboo forest will bring you to a picnic lunch area at the spectacular Blue Pool and the Water Zip. Hold on to zip across the pool and splash in the cool, clear water or just float and enjoy the view. Imagine the most unforgettable adventure in the most incredible place.
Note: Participants must be at least 7 years of age and weigh less than 175 lbs. less
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| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 4 hours | $179* | $159* |
Tubing Adventure
This unique tubing adventure takes you back in time to private lands never before open to the public. Your adventure starts with a short drive to the headwaters of the ... more
This unique tubing adventure takes you back in time to private lands never before open to the public. Your adventure starts with a short drive to the headwaters of the four-mile-long Hanamaulu Ditch system where you'll begin your two-mile tubing journey. Grab a tube and jump in for a leisurely tubing expedition. Witness Kauai's spectacular flora as you float down the tropical waterway of open ditches and tunnels, all of which were engineered and hand dug in 1870. At the end of your adventure, you'll enjoy delicious snacks beside a pristine swimming hole. Note: Participants must be at least 5 years of age, weigh no more than 300 lbs. and be at least 43 inches in height. Not recommended for guests who are claustrophobic, pregnant or those with back problems. Wear a swimsuit and bring a towel. less
| Approximate Duration | Adult from | Child from |
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| 3 hours | $149* | $119* |
