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You’ve just been out on the water with us and are looking for something memorable to do on land. Might we suggest you venture on down to Hanapēpē Town, nicknamed Kauaʻi’s “Biggest Little Town”? Whether you’re into art, culture, food, or want to walk around the town that inspired Lilo & Stitch, Hanapēpē has something…

Mark your calendars, friends; Kōloa Plantation Days is right around the corner! Grab your ʻOhana and head on down to Kōloa July 18-27, 2025. It’s the 40th Anniversary of this iconic event, celebrating Kōloa’s history, plantation lifestyle, culture, and heritage. Get ready for fantastic food, fun, music, education, and more! Oh, and Henry Kapono headlines…

If you’ve ever dreamed of gliding beneath Kauaʻi’s emerald cliffs or snorkeling near a “Forbidden Island,” Holo Holo Charters is your golden ticket. Here’s why they’ve repeatedly made the USA TODAY 10Best list — and why they should top your Kauaʻi must-do list. Award‑Winning Excellence For six consecutive years (2019–2024), Holo Holo Charters has been ranked among USA TODAY’s…

Are you looking for a youth-to-young-adult program to enrich your child’s life? Or perhaps you are looking for a meaningful local organization to get involved with or donate to? A program that positively impacts children’s time, values, friendships, skills, future, and connection to the ocean? Look no further; Kauaʻi Sea Scouts are up to big…

As you well know if you find yourself here, Kauaʻi has so many incredible sights, sounds, and experiences to offer visitors–from sparkling blue waters and waterfall-streaked mountains to incredible coastlines, foliage, marine life and food. Whatever your adventure level is, you’ll be sure to find something worth checking out on our bucket list below.  Kauaʻi…

Have you ever admired the clear blue waters and picturesque scenery on Kauaʻi and thought, this looks like it’s straight out of the movies? Chances are, you’re right. Whether it’s an aerial view of Kauaʻi’s sprawling coastline or snapshots of agile dinosaurs traipsing through the jungle, Kauaʻi’s landscapes are iconic. Anyone who has seen the…

The beauty of planning a trip to Kauaʻi is that you actually CAN pack light. Whether you choose to or not is completely up to you, but realistically, the laid-back lifestyle and tropical climate should keep your suitcase under the dreaded 50-pound limit. Regardless of when your trip is planned, our weather is pretty consistently…

Celebrate Your Retreat in Paradise: Book a Private Charter on Kauaʻi with Holo Holo Charters ⛵ Kauaʻi is more than a destination. It’s a living, breathing sanctuary that inspires transformation, connection, adventure, rejuvenation, and discovery. For retreat leaders seeking a powerful way to welcome guests or bring meaningful closure to their time together, nothing compares…

One thing our secluded island is not lacking is adventure. Whether you experience Kauaʻi by land or sea, there are plenty of ways to appreciate the beauty and excitement this island has to offer. Here are five fun outdoor adventures to get you started.  Hike Waimea Canyon – You can view the “Grand Canyon of…

With Kauaʻi being less hustle-and-bustle, it can often feel like secluded beaches, quiet trails, and breathtaking views are waiting to be discovered around every corner. Visitors always hope to enjoy the island as the locals do, so we’ve collected some hidden gems to check out while on Kauaʻi. Experiences, views, and food all play a…

 Catering: Making Every Meal Feel Like Home Today, we sit down for an interview with Shay from Rose & Bros. Catering. Rose & Bros. is a family-owned business and greatly aligns with Holo Holo’s values, including local-first practices, commitment to community, the importance of ʻohana, and being a part of something bigger. We are stoked…

BREAKING: Holo Holo Nominated for Best Boat Tour in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice 2025 Awards! We’re thrilled to announce that Holo Holo Charters has once again been nominated for Best Boat Tour in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards—our sixth straight year being…

Aloha Holo Holo fam! 🌺 Mark your calendars and get your sneakers ready because one of the year’s most heartwarming—and heart-pumping—events is right around the corner. The 2025 Kauaʻi Charity Walk is happening on Saturday, May 3rd, at Vidinha Stadium Soccer Field, and you definitely don’t want to miss it! As a proud sponsor of this…

You may have noticed reef-friendly and reef-safe sunscreens for sale at your local store. Here at Holo Holo Charters, we aim to not only dazzle our guests with a magical experience but also to educate them on how to best maintain our gorgeous waters. As reef-safe sunscreen becomes more mainstream, many wonder if it makes…

We are big proponents of bonding outdoors, and what better place to create core memories with those closest to you than out on the open sea? The quality time aspect of boat tours makes it a fantastic option for families looking to connect through an intimate shared experience. Here are a few more reasons we…

Private Charters–The Nāpali Coast, Your Way What’s more special than boarding our catamarans for a barefoot luxury experience along the Nāpali Coast? Doing it with your nearest and dearest, of course! Let’s say you have a group of 20 (which adds up much quicker than you’d think). Why not take the whole boat (typically for…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: For the second year in a row, we are proud to announce that Holo Holo Charters has been voted #1 on Newsweek’s Best Boat Tour 2025 list. We are in incredible company alongside the nine other boat tours listed as this year’s winners. From Niagara Falls to the Nāpali Coast, Newsweek readers, travel experts, and destination specialists voted and decided on the best of the best for 2025: Holo Holo Charters | Eleʻele, Kauaʻi, HI Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady | Chicago, IL Maid of the Mist | Niagara Falls, NY Go Rio: San Antonio River Cruise | San Antonio, TX Cap’n Rod’s Lowcountry Boat Tours | Georgetown, SC Killgore Adventures | White Bird, ID Sail the Outer Banks | Manteo, NC Spirit of Ethan Allen | Burlington, VT Red and White Fleet |…

Two years in a row? Somebody pinch us! We are beyond stoked to announce that Holo Holo Charters has once again been voted #1 on Newsweek’s Best Boat Tour 2025 list. We’re talking about the best of the best—chosen by Newsweek readers, travel pros, and adventure lovers who know a top-tier tour when they see…

Imagine the salty ocean breeze in your hair, the rhythmic lull of the waves beneath you, and the towering emerald cliffs of Kauaʻi’s Nāpali Coast rising dramatically against the light blue sky. This is what awaits you on your Holo Holo charter tour, where one of the most breathtaking and enchanting stops is none other…

Island life has always relied on sustainability through natural resources for survival. Although imported products have made their way to Kauaʻi, we have seen, in recent years how, much they can be affected by outside sources. Reliance on the ʻāina is a way of life deep-rooted in Hawaiian culture that still translates to today’s needs….

Holo Holo Charters is thrilled to welcome student groups each year during peak humpback whale season for an unforgettable Keiki Marine Life Excursion. This season, six enthusiastic schools took part in this immersive two-hour adventure, offering young minds a unique opportunity to connect with our island’s incredible marine ecosystems. Through this hands-on experience, students gained…

As the oldest in the chain of Hawaiian Islands, Kauaʻi is full of opportunities to explore its rich history. Relatively underdeveloped compared to the other islands, Kauaʻi’s landscape tells a story in itself. The untouched Nāpali Coast, petroglyphs, ancient hālaus, and the preservation of native species offer a peek into the past. Come along with…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi – February 13, 2025 – Adventure is calling, and Holo Holo Charters is ready to answer! We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been nominated for Newsweek’s Readers’ Choice Best Boat Tour, and we need your help to claim the top spot! 🌊⛵ This isn’t our first…

As with all cultures, Hawaiʻi is not without its oral traditions. In Norway, stories of trolls deep in the forest, caves, and mountains have been passed down from generation to generation. Tiny magical tricksters called leprechauns have been linked to Irish folklore, and Hawaiʻi is the land of the Menehune. Although the Menehune are commonly…

We are back in Holo Holo Charter’s Boatbuilding Shop for an up-close and personal tour of the immense boatbuilding progress underway. To see this project and its magnitude firsthand is to witness something extraordinary. We are pioneering the way, on island and worldwide, as the first leisure boat tour company to use carbon infusion in…

You may recognize Shannon as a (now retired) professional Polynesian entertainer or from her role as Mrs Hawaiʻi in 2018. At Holo Holo, however, she has established herself as the nuts, bolts, flair, and heart of the operation. Human Resources & Administrative Manager does not seem to do Shannon’s position justice, as she is affectionately…

Hawaiʻi is the perfect winter getaway. Despite the rougher waters and additional rain, there are plenty of sunny beach days, post-shower rainbows, and swimmable spots to dive in here on Kauaʻi during the winter months. So grab your slippahs and check out a few of our favorite places to enjoy winter island-style! Poʻipū Beach Park…

Looking for an exceptional New Year’s Eve cocktail infused with fresh, island-inspired ingredients and flavors? Are you on holiday and looking to enjoy maximum vacation vibes? Perhaps it’s paʻu hana time, and you’d like to celebrate by making a refreshing cocktail with friends? Look no further, we’ve got you covered. Introducing the Kōloa Rum Mai…

The Holidays are the perfect time for giving, and it’s safe to say we hit it out of the Holiday ballpark with this one. We most definitely need a drum roll as we merrily announce, just in time for the Holidays, “The Supreme Sustainable Kauaʻi Giveaway,” valued at a whopping $5,735.00 (yes, you read that…

Cooking for the holidays is truly something special. Holo Holo recently booked a team building class with Cooking Kauaʻi, a Provisions kitchen offering hands-on cooking classes celebrating Hawaiian farming, seasonality, and culture. Today, we feature three delicious Hawaiian-inspired holiday recipes from Cooking Kauaʻi, sure to uplift your holiday menu. Roasted Farmers Market Carrots 10 medium…

Pearl Harbor and the Case of Mistaken Occupancy: The Niʻihau Incident December 7, 1941. Japan surprises Hawaiʻi with an attack on Pearl Harbor, Oʻahu. The U.S. military is not anticipating this attack and scrambles to get American defenses in place. The strafe air raid by eight Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero fighters first drops bombs on the…

Seabirds Fly High Along the Nāpali Coast & Lehua Crater Kauaʻi is home to some seriously beautiful birds, providing endless viewing opportunities for avid bird enthusiasts and amateur spectators. From vibrant endemic forest birds to mighty migratory seabirds, Kauaʻi has it all. Today, we look at Kauaʻi’s seabirds and the landscapes where they thrive. It’s…

The weather is warm, and the season is bright–there is nothing like the holidays in Hawaiʻi. This year will mark the 24th Annual Waimea Light Parade, a Westside celebration of the most wonderful time of the year. With holiday-themed floats, local emcees, music, and food, the light parade is a family-friendly event that you won’t…

Are you looking for the perfect spot for your next family reunion? Look no further, friends; we’ve got you covered! Holo Holo invites you to book a Kauaʻi private charter for your next family reunion; here’s why. Our Top Ten Reasons to Choose Holo Holo for Your Family Reunion: Shared Experiences: A private boat…

Does winter exist in Hawaiʻi? Of course! While it may not be the winter you are picturing (snow and cold), we do have a change of seasons. If you are visiting Kauaʻi from November through February, you may encounter what we consider to be our “winter” conditions:  Waves – You can catch a wave on…

Holo Holo Teams Up With Kauaʻi Independent Food Bank’s 2024 Holiday Food & Fund Drive Calling all Holo Holo guests and Kauaʻi residents! We humbly ask for all hands on deck and YOUR kōkua to fight hunger on Kauaʻi. Kauaʻi Independent Food Bank runs its annual Holiday Food & Fund Drive from October 1-December 31,…

Have you ever looked around at the endless, expansive beauty of Kauaʻi and wondered how the landscape has come to look like this? What occurred to cause such jaw-dropping scenery, including deep caverns, cliffs, canyons, valleys, coastlines, and more? default Kauaʻi is home to some of Earth’s most dramatic and diverse landscapes. Today, we take…

When you think of your favorite restaurants, what comes to mind? What elements go into the making of a memorable dining experience? Do you think of the food in general, a specific dish, a creative drink menu, a curated wine list, the ambiance, or service? Perhaps it’s a particular person you shared a meal with…

Looking for something off the beaten path, a place where environmental stewardship is alive and thriving? Located on the south side of Kauaʻi, between CJM Country Stables and Gillan’s Beach, is Makauwahi Cave Reserve, a 17-acre plot of robust local conservation history and efforts. Boasting Hawaiʻi’s largest limestone cave, the Reserve is a fossil treasure…

The Perfect Spot: Surprise Engagements Aboard Holo Holo Charters So, you’re ready to ask one of the biggest questions of your life and want it to be a perfect surprise, a moment of epic proportions they will never forget. You also happen to have booked a legendary Nāpali Sunset Dinner Tour aboard Holo Holo Charters…

If you’ve been to the Garden Isle you’ve encountered our unofficial mascot–the chicken! The last thing most people expect to go hand-in-hand with a tropical paradise is a farm animal, but the chickens outnumber the humans on the island at this point. With an estimated 450,000 chickens to 80,000 residents on Kauaʻi, wherever your day…

Holo Holo Charters cares deeply about protecting the ocean and land, environmental stewardship, preserving native Hawaiian ecosystems, and community projects that support Hawaiian culture, history, and values. We strive, as a company and as individuals, to do better and be better every day. Hawaiʻi Community Foundation – Kauai Photographer Kit Holo Holo’s Sustainability Mission Statement…

Kauaʻi Photographer – Kit Furderer Ke Ala Hele Makālae, also known as the Kapaʻa Bike Path, is a multi-use paved path stretching 7.6 stunning coastal miles on Kauaʻi’s East side. Residents and visitors can enjoy the path’s picturesque views from Lydgate Beach to Kuna Bay (Donkey Beach). So go ahead, grab your walking shoes or…

Hawaiʻi’s 45th Annual Charity Walk Gives Back to the Islands in Major Ways Are you looking for a way to give back to Kauaʻi, get involved with projects that positively impact our island ʻohana, and support critical community non-profit organizations that are up to big things? Look no further. The 45th Annual Visitor Industry Charity…

Nestled on a rugged, lush, vividly-green peninsula 180 feet above sea level on Kauaʻi’s north shore sits Kīleaua Point Lighthouse & National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). The 52-foot iconic lighthouse rests atop a steeply carved cliff and was constructed in 1913. Today, it is a must-see historical landmark for both lighthouse and bird enthusiasts alike. (1)…

Ah, the Hawaiian snow cone…a real must for any trip to the islands. There is nothing like a day at the beach (or on the water) paired with a refreshing island-style treat to really lean into the island vibe. Shave (not shaved!) ice came to Hawaiʻi with the help of Japanese immigrants in the mid-to…

When you think of Hawaiʻi, what are some of the first things that come to mind? Most likely, the list goes somewhat like this: sunshine, beaches, surfing, palm trees, waterfalls, hula, aloha, and lūʻau. Hawaiʻi is well known for its enchantingly beautiful lūʻau, or Hawaiian feast, that celebrates a myriad of life events, including births,…

As a socially and environmentally-conscious-focused company, Holo Holo Charters is proud to announce our induction into two new programs: The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s (HTA) Qurator and the Hawaiʻi Green Business Program. HTA’S QURATOR PROGRAM An official mark of excellence for Hawai‘i-based and operating businesses, Qurator serves to guide visitors to Hawai‘i products and experiences that…

Our Partnership What could possibly be better than a warm, sunny day on the Pacific Ocean aboard one of Holo Holo Charter’s streamlined catamarans, cruising the shimmering blue waters along the serene Nāpali Coastline? Ending it with a FREE DESSERT beachfront at either RumFire Poʻipū Beach or Lava’s on Poʻipū Beach at the Sheraton Kauaʻi Resort…

Creative Manager Kit Furderer has a positive and magnetic energy that highlights the core of our team dynamic. As a creative, Kit has an eye for what looks good, but most of all, he appreciates how it feels to do good. To represent Holo Holo stylistically is something Kit does not take lightly, despite his…