Kauai Tours & Activities
Experience Incredible Intimate Kauai Activities and Tours
Known as the Garden Island for its lush greenery and diverse landscape, Kauai boasts many natural wonders and sights you will not find in the rest of the Hawaiian archipelago. It’s the oldest and smallest of Hawaii’s main islands, and in contrast, the size of the island makes it a convenient choice to venture for a short day trip, or even a few days, from another island. The dramatic geography of Kauai ensures you plenty to see.
Explore everything from the striking sea cliffs of the Na Pali Coast to the emerald valleys and waterfalls of Waimea Canyon. Snorkel the remote shores of Ni’ihau, Hawaii’s “Forbidden Island,” and zipline over jungle canopies. Learn about Hawaiian history and culture through mesmerizing dances at one of our luaus. And see parts of the island unreachable by foot on our helicopter tours.
Whether you are looking for a relaxing vacation, a family adventure, or a romantic getaway, Hawaii Tours has exclusive activities and excursions for every occasion. Explore the Garden Isle and experience the beauty and diversity that make Kauai a top destination for thrill-seekers, as well as those looking to slow things down.
We love Kauai. Itʻs where Hawaii goes on vacation! Getting away to the “garden isle” and seeing some of the sites does take a little planning. Many of the best tours to do on Kauai can be booked up well in advance. Itʻs not as well developed so you are forced to take things a little slower.
Visiting Kauai is an adventure on itʻs own. Right from when you land at the edge of the ocean, to the small, country roads that must be navigated to get anywhere. You will feel like you are on a safari. Some of the popular tours like ziplines, ATVs, luaus and snorkeling may still have some last minute availability for 1-2 people.
Luxury tours and activities isnʻt the same as it is on the other islands. Kauai is less developed and the people more laid back. If you are looking for something more upscale, choose the private tours or the more expensive options when it comes to snorkeling, cruises or sightseeing. Everyone who visits Kauai should definitely take a helicopter ride.
Taking a quick day trip over to one of the other islands, especially Oahu will help you remember why you choose Kauai for a relaxing vacation. We will take care of the flights and more.
Any trip to Hawaii, especially if itʻs your first time, should include a luau. Itʻs a celebration of food and culture. It includes shows, demonstrations, games, and sometimes even fire!
Some of the best snorkeling is now found off the colder waters of Kauai. The rich waters and cooler temperatures allow for vibrant coral to survive better. Go snorkeling, whale watching and take a sunset cruise off the beautiful Na Pali coastline.
The island of Kauai gets so much rain that it creates an incredible valley you gotta check out. The “Grand Canyon” of the Pacific is located on what is now the dry-side of Kauai. Other sightseeing tours may include movie sites, beautiful falls, a combo with a Wailua River cruise and even a visit down to Hanalei. Reach out to us for private tour options if you have more sightseeing requests.
There is no air tour like the ones on Kauai. The scenery is so varied as you cross the island that you wouldnʻt believe they were so close. We show you places you can only see by air.
Kauai is known for those who want to live a little more adventurously. ATVs, horseback riding, tubing, and kayaking are all available to try out.
To connect with the land and explore in a way that really connects you to the aina (earth), hiking with a guide on Kauai is definitely the way to go. Choose a full day private hike and customize your hiking experience with multiple small hikes or a couple longer ones. Itʻs your choice!
Everyone loves to feel like they are flying, free through the trees. You can experience that with a zipline tour. This is wonderful for families and small groups who want to do something that everyone can be excited about.
Our all-inclusive free-style vacation packages give you the flexibility to travel the way you want to. Our 24/7 concierge service is there to handle your every need so you can enjoy your holiday stress-free. These packages include hotel nights and resort fees, inter-island flights, 1-2 meals per day, premium activities, and airport transportation, plus so much more.
From the moment you arrive on Kauai, you’ll be enthralled by the island’s lush natural beauty, the untouched tropical rainforests, and the dramatic sea cliffs that make up the Na Pali Coastline. Kauai is also home to Waimea Canyon; the mile-wide valley spans 14 miles seaward and 3,600 feet deep, earning its nickname “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific”. The tallest point on the island, Mount Waialeale, is the wettest spot in the United States. Soaring above the rest of Kauai Island, Mount Waialeale has an annual rainfall of 452 inches, filling reservoirs and rivers while adding to the island’s signature green. E komo mai – welcome – to the “Garden Isle” of Kauai, the oldest, smallest, and most verdant of the four main Hawaiian Islands.
Of the main Hawaiian Islands, Kauai boasts the longest history despite its limited geography. Because Kauai Island was the first formed in the main island chain, the volcanic rock that forms Kauai has experienced the lengthiest exposure to the elements, resulting in dramatic landscapes shaped by wind and rain erosion. The dominant geological features of the island range from vast, gaping canyons to colossal sea cliffs, reaching thousands of feet skyward. Kauai is lined with over 50 miles of beach – more than any other island – and is also where the only navigable freshwater river in the state resides. Kauai is undoubtedly the gem of the island chain.
Since 90 percent of Kauai is inaccessible by roads, hiking and helicopter tours are a great way to take in the steep, densely-forested landscapes. Kauai is just as spectacular from a boat tour as it is from above. Taking in the 2,000 ft. high panoramic cliffs of the Na Pali Coast from the sea will leave you awe-struck. The Wailua River offers boat and kayak tours to the famous Fern Grotto. The river is also of historical note, with an ancient Hawaiian village situated along its banks, giving rise to the sacred nature of this amazing river valley.
Kayaking, snorkeling, and surfing are also popular activities when visiting Kauai, along with ziplining, tubing through former sugarcane irrigation ditches, and even making a trademark red dirt shirt.
Kauai has also been the setting of numerous movies and TV shows over the years and many visitors enjoy guided tours to famous filming locations for “Six Days Seven Nights”, “The Amazing Race”, Pirates of the Caribbean, “Gilligan’s Island”, “Fantasy Island” and “Blue Hawaii”. Countless hiking trails through the diverse landscape bring visitors up close to the flora and fauna of this picturesque island. Kauai is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, as the island has 80+ species of birds that nest here, 21 of which are native exclusively to Kauai!
Kauai has a lush, green, jungle that needs to be explored, even if you have only a limited time. The isle’s petite size makes it the perfect island to venture to for a day trip or even a few days from another island. We can help make the most of your entire holiday so you can enjoy island hopping at it’s best!