
Kauai (Nawiliwili), Hawaii
The fourth largest island in the Hawaiian group, Kauai is known as the "Garden Island." The terrain ranges from the volcanic slopes of Mt. Waialeale and the desert-like beauty of Waimea Canyon to the Wailua River's lush Fern Grotto. Ironically this once isolated island was the site of the first meeting between Europeans and Hawaiians. On January 19, 1778, Captain James Cook anchored his ships off the mouth of the Waimea River, becoming the first in a long line of enthusiastic visitors.
Kauai was never conquered by the great warrior King Kamehameha.
Points of Interest
- Waimea Canyon
- Wailua River & Fern Grotto
- Napali Coast
- North Shore of Kauai
- Grove Farm Homestead
- Kilauea Lighthouse
- Snorkeling
- Outdoor Adventures
Waimea Canyon (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Waimea Canyon
Watch Spouting Horn shoot water 50 feet in the air while emitting a loud groan. It's just one highlight of Waimea Canyon, hailed by Mark Twain as "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific." Along the way, this moderately active half-day excursion also reveals Lihue, Koloa, Oma'o, Kalaheo and Hanapepe.
Wheelchair Accessible, Moderate Activity
$69.95
Waimea Canyon
- Waimea Canyon
Watch Spouting Horn shoot water 50 feet in the air while emitting a loud groan. It's just one highlight of Waimea Canyon, hailed by Mark Twain as "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific." Along the way, this moderately active half-day excursion also reveals Lihue, Koloa, Oma'o, Kalaheo and Hanapepe.
Moderate Activity
$69.95
Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto
- Wailua River & Fern Grotto
Kauai is blessed with stunning natural features. This moderate half-day excursion spotlights some of the island's most popular sights from the Wailua River and Fern Grotto, home of the "Hawaiian Wedding Song" to the magnificent Opaekaa Falls. And along the way see small towns and villages amidst luxuriant countryside.
Moderate Activity
$79.95
Easy Panoramic Kauai - Opaekaa Falls, Plantation & Train
Discover Kauai's ancient and recent past on a tour including Opaekaa Falls, the historic Wailua Complex of Heiaus and the enchanting Kilohana Plantation. Here you'll enjoy a vintage railway tour followed by time to explore the magnificent Tudor-style Kilohana mansion with its extensive shops and galleries.
Easy Activity
$89.95
Easy Panoramic Kauai - Falls, Plantation & Train (Wheelchair Accessible)
Discover Kauai's ancient and recent past on a tour including Opaekaa Falls, the historic Wailua River Complex and the enchanting Kilohana Plantation. Here you'll enjoy a vintage railway tour followed by time to explore the magnificent Tudor-style Kilohana mansion with its extensive shops and galleries.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity
$89.95
Beach Snorkel
- Snorkeling
- Outdoor Adventures
Explore Kauai's underwater wonderland on a snorkel adventure suited to all experience levels. This active half-day excursion will have you gazing in awe at tropical fish and swimming near green sea turtles. Your guides are marine life experts who will eagerly share their love of the sea.
Strenuous Activity, Includes snack
$119.95
Grove Farm & Kauai Plantation Railway
- Grove Farm Homestead
Explore Kauai's colorful history on this intriguing and moderately active half-day excursion with snack. You'll tour Grove Farm, a beautifully preserved 1864 homestead that was one of the island's first sugar plantations. Then you'll travel to Kilohana Plantation for a ride on the Kauai Plantation Railway through lush fruit orchards.
Moderate Activity, Includes snack
$149.95
Hidden Falls Kayak Adventure
- Outdoor Adventures
Experience a beautiful jungle stream on a fun downwind kayak trip along the Hule'ia River, the film site for "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "Lost World." Then hike to a swimming hole and waterfall and return via a unique double-hulled, powered Hawaiian canoe on this active half-day excursion.
Strenuous Activity, Includes snack
$159.95
Kauai Hiking Adventure
- Outdoor Adventures
Put on your hiking boots and experience the raw beauty of Halele'a Forest Reserve. As Kauai's only dedicated hiking tour for cruise line guests, you'll be treated to stunning views and exotic plants. Following the hike, you'll be rewarded with snacks and refreshments at Keahua Arboretum.
Strenuous Activity, Includes snack
$159.95
Kauai Sip, Savor & Shop
Kauai's bounty is yours for the tasting on this delicious tour of the only remaining sugar estate plantation on the island. Pick and taste fruit off the tree, watch a fresh fruit cutting demonstration, and learn to operate a sugarcane press. A mixologist creates signature mai tais to enjoy with Hawaiian appetizers. There's even time to shop!
Easy Activity, Includes snack
$159.95
Best of Kauai: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River & Fern Grotto
- Waimea Canyon
- Wailua River & Fern Grotto
View Kauai's famous Waimea Canyon, which Mark Twain described as "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific." Then cruise up the Wailua River to legendary Fern Grotto for a performance of the "Hawaiian Wedding Song." With additional stops at Spouting Horn, Opaekaa Falls and lunch, this full-day excursion is unforgettable.
Moderate Activity, Includes meal
$169.95
Discover Kauai
- Wailua River & Fern Grotto
- North Shore of Kauai
- Kilauea Lighthouse
Discover the beauty of this breathtaking island. Designed for small groups, you'll explore the famous Opaeka'a Falls and Poliahu Heiau, take a leisurely boat ride up the Wailua River, visit the Kilauea National Wildlife Refuge & Bird Sanctuary and enjoy lunch at Anini Beach.
Easy Activity
$169.95
Jewels of Hawaii: Allerton & McBryde Tropical Gardens & Waterfall
- Outdoor Adventures
The National Tropical Botanical Gardens comprises five garden complexes dedicated to preserving endangered plant species - and three of the gardens are on Kauai. National Geographic described Allerton Garden as one of the world's 50 must-see destinations, and adjacent McBryde Garden is home to the largest collection of Hawaiian flora in the world.
Moderate Activity, Includes meal
$169.95
Hollywood in Hawaii - Movies & Waterfalls
- North Shore of Kauai
More than 50 Hollywood productions have been filmed on Kauai since the studios discovered its lush beauty. Star-struck explorers can fall under the spell of these same locations on an easy full-day excursion. Sightsee aboard a custom mini-bus outfitted with a monitor to view each locale's corresponding footage.
Easy Activity, Includes meal
$179.95
Na Pali Cruise & Snorkel
- Napali Coast
- Snorkeling
- Outdoor Adventures
Explore the Na Pali Coast by zodiac and snorkel or swim in a protected lagoon on this very active full-day excursion. Learn island history, marvel at dramatic sea caves and cascading waterfalls, see colorful reef fishes up close, and maybe even swim with endangered green sea turtles.
Strenuous Activity, Includes meal
$199.95
Kipu Ranch: Jungle Mountain Trek, Swim & Zipline
- Outdoor Adventures
Spend an amazing day hiking, exploring, swimming and ziplining at Kipu cattle ranch. This very active full-day excursion includes lunch served next to a waterfall.
Strenuous Activity, Includes meal
$199.95
Poipu Horseback Riding Adventure
- Outdoor Adventures
Saddle up for a great horseback riding adventure in one of the most unspoiled regions of Kauai. Beautiful Maha'ulepu is the backdrop for an approximate1½-hour ride across pasture ranch land and farm crops to coastal and mountain vistas. And your half-day tour includes a scenic drive.
Strenuous Activity
$229.95
Mudbug Waterfall Off-Road Adventure
- Outdoor Adventures
Drive your off-road Mudbug through a cane haul tunnel. Then splash through riverbeds to arrive at a mountain waterfall for a refreshing swim and a picnic lunch. Along the way experience Kauai's beautiful south shore from ocean to uplands with movie sites, panoramic viewpoints and historic outposts in between.
Moderate Activity, Includes snack
$259.95
Kauai's Grand Helicopter (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Waimea Canyon
- Napali Coast
No other excursion offers such astounding aerial perspectives and covers so much ground. Soar from Hanapepe and Waimea Canyon to Wailua Falls, the Waialeale Crater and the Na Pali Coast and still have time left for other adventures. This half-day excursion is ideal for nature lovers and thrill seekers.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity
$339.95
Kauai's Grand Helicopter
- Waimea Canyon
- Napali Coast
No other excursion offers such astounding aerial perspectives and covers so much ground. Soar from Hanapepe and Waimea Canyon to Wailua Falls, the Waialeale Crater and the Na Pali Coast and still have time left for other adventures. This half-day excursion is ideal for nature lovers and thrill seekers.
Easy Activity
$339.95
Helicopter, Kilauea Lighthouse & Hanalei Pier
- Waimea Canyon
- Napali Coast
- North Shore of Kauai
Tour historic Kilauea Lighthouse and stroll down Hanalei Pier, a scenic backdrop featured in the classic musical "South Pacific." Then take to the air and sightsee via helicopter from Waimea Canyon to the Na Pali Coast. This full-day excursion includes lunch for a comprehensive Kauai adventure.
Moderate Activity, Includes meal
$449.95