Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour -A journey to the Canyon & more
Our tours are lead by a small local family owned business with over 20 years of experience in the field. This is not your ordinary tour. We crafted this experience as if we were going on it. We believe in quality over quantity; our groups are small not to exceed 13. We want to deliver more than what you dreamed of. By coming with us you will support many small Kauai owned businesses. Shared tours available only on Thursdays, private tours available Mon-Sat. We will take you on a journey to enjoy the highlights of Kauai's South and West. Marvel at the power of nature as we share with you legends, history, culture and the geology of our islands. A day filled with many leisure stops, and opportunities to eat and shop local. Included on this tour are several stops at the famous Waimea Canyon, the Spouting Horn, Kauai Coffee and more. See full route details under "What to Expect". Take the day off from driving and let us show you Kauai through local eyes.
Departure Point
- Departure is at 9:00 am. Be ready 10 Mts before. Walk across the street from the mall and wait by the Shave Ice sign. If you are driving, park by the ocean at the public parking. If you come from the ship you can walk or take the free shuttle to the Mall. We will drop you off at port at 3:30pm.
- Departure is at 8:30am. Please wait outside the Island Country Market on the side facing the Hwy. Ample parking area. We will txt you the day before the tour to check in. Make sure to provide a valid cell number to get in contact with you.
Return Details
- Departure is at 9:00 am. Be ready 10 Mts before. Walk across the street from the mall and wait by the Shave Ice sign. If you are driving, park by the ocean at the public parking. If you come from the ship you can walk or take the free shuttle to the Mall. We will drop you off at port at 3:30pm.
- Departure is at 8:30am. Please wait outside the Island Country Market on the side facing the Hwy. Ample parking area. We will txt you the day before the tour to check in. Make sure to provide a valid cell number to get in contact with you.
Duration
6 hours and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
- Human tour guide - Spanish
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hanapepe Valley Lookout
Our first stop is at the verdant Hanapepe valley, a great preamble to the Canyon. Partially owned by descendants of a missionary family, this valley is steeped in history, and natural beauty. Although we cant't see it from the road, Jurassic falls is nestled deep within this valley.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Hanapepe
Hanapepe, Hawaii
Second in our agenda is a visit to the charming and historic Hanapepe town. Step back in time and walk across the famous swinging bridge, built in 1912, enjoy some pastries and beverages at a local bakery, and visit some of the local art galleries and souvenir shops. For Disney lovers, this is the town that inspired the film Lilo & Stich.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Waimea Canyon State Park
Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, Hawaii
Waimea Canyon State Park is one of Kauai's gems, known as the mini Grand Canyon of the Pacific. We will make 3 stops, including the main lookout at 3400 feet elevation. You will see the Canyon from various angles and also the Forbidden island of Niihau from afar. Many stories will be shared and fabulous pictures taken. Majestic beauty at its finest!
Duration: 1 hour and 40 minutes
Stop At: Waimea
Waimea, HI 96796
Around 12:30-1 pm we will head to the beautiful grounds of the Waimea Plantation Cottages built in the early 1900's during the sugar plantation days. Overlooking at the blue Pacific Ocean and many tropical trees, we will enjoy delicious lunch at famous Chicken in a Barrel, with the largest beer wall on island. After lunch you will have the option to take a leisure stroll through the beautifully landscaped property to visit Waimea Bay, one of our few black sand beaches, and Captain Cook's first landing place in Hawaii.
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Stop At: Kauai Coffee Company
870 Halewili Road, Kalaheo, Hawaii
After lunch, get ready to visit the magical world of coffee at the largest plantation in the USA, Kauai Coffee Co. Sample many roasts for free at the visitor center, take a stroll through the coffee tree garden, and shop for a wide selection of the freshest beans at their gift shop. Don’t like coffee? Enjoy an ice cream or cold beverage at the snack shop.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Spouting Horn
South Shore, , Poipu, Hawaii
Our adventure ends with a visit to the beautiful Spouting Horn, an extinct lava tube that became a water geyser. Marvel at the power of nature as the waves crash on the shore and water rushes through the tube like a geyser. Your guide will share the legend of the site, sound effects and all. As we head back to our starting point we will cruise through the famous Tree Tunnel planted in 1912.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IF YOU DONT RECEIVE A TEXT FROM US THE DAY BEFORE THE TOUR BY 5PM CONTACT US ASAP TO MAKE SURE THE TOUR IS CONFIRMED, SPECIALLY IF YOU ARE BOOKING LAST MINUTE, ARE AN INTERNATIONAL TRAVELER WITH NO US PHONE NUMBER, OR YOU BOOKED THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENCY. A VIATOR OR TRAVEL AGENT CONFIRMATION IS NOT ENOUGH, THEY DONT OPERATE THE TOUR, WE DO. We are a very small family business and sometimes we need to change the start time and meeting location, or we might get sick or have vehicle problems that impede us to operate.WE ARE NOT ROBOTS, WE ARE HUMANS AND SOMETIMES THINGS HAPPEN THAT ARE OUT OF OUR CONTROL. It is your responsibility to make sure either you or your travel agent provides us with a good number to contact you in case of changes or tour cancellations. We have WhatsApp. Our number is +1808-652-2247. Booking through third parties can sometimes be problematic so be aware that can be a delay in the communications, and you could possibly miss your tour if for example we had to change the pick up time or location. If you haven't heard from us by 5pm the day before your tour, contact us. We appreciate your understanding.
- Wear comfortable clothing, good walking shoes, hat or cap and sunglasses.
- If you weigh 280 lbs and up please contact us so we can make arrangements to give you an extra seat. There will be an additional fee for this.
- No refunds pass the 24 hours prior to the start of the tour.
- In consideration for on time guests and our after hours duties we are unable to wait for late arrivals.
- We can drop off guest at the cruise port at 3:30pm, and the airport.
- Map of Kauai
- Entrance fee to Waimea State Park
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Wheelchair accessibility. Our vehicles have no room to stow a wheelchair or walkers.
- Infant and toddler car seats. If you have one please bring it.
- Gratuities
Redemption Instructions
IF YOU DONT RECEIVE A TEXT FROM US THE DAY BEFORE THE TOUR BY 5PM CONTACT US ASAP TO MAKE SURE THE TOUR IS CONFIRMED, SPECIALLY IF YOU ARE BOOKING LAST MINUTE, ARE AN INTERNATIONAL TRAVELER WITH NO US PHONE NUMBER, OR YOU BOOKED THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENCY. A VIATOR OR TRAVEL AGENT CONFIRMATION IS NOT ENOUGH, THEY DONT OPERATE THE TOUR, WE DO. We are a very small family business and sometimes we need to change the start time and meeting location, or we might get sick or have vehicle problems that impede us to operate.WE ARE NOT ROBOTS, WE ARE HUMANS AND SOMETIMES THINGS HAPPEN THAT ARE OUT OF OUR CONTROL.
It is your responsibility to make sure either you or your travel agent provides us with a good number to contact you in case of changes or tour cancellations. We have WhatsApp. Our number is +1808-652-2247.
Booking through third parties can sometimes be problematic so be aware that can be a delay in the communications, and you could possibly miss your tour if for example we had to change the pick up time or location.
If you haven't heard from us by 5pm the day before your tour, contact us.
We appreciate your understanding.
We have two pick up locations and times; one in Kapaa by the Island Country Market at 8:30am and one in Lihue by the Harbor Mall at 9am. Be ready 10 minutes before. WE DO NOT WAIT FOR LATE ARRIVALS. Make sure to provide us with a good cell phone number for US travelers or a WhatsApp number to contact you.
If you have any questions and/or need to reach us immediately send us a text message at +1 (808) 652-2247
Voucher Info
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