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Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour. A taste of the South & West

Location Kauai, Hawaii, USA
$219.90
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Kauai Highlights is a small group tour lead by a local family business. Is the perfect tour for a shore excursion, and a great bang for your buck.
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, 800' Waipoo Falls, the Spouting Horn, charming Hanapepe town and its swinging bridge, the black sand beach where Captain Cook first landed in Hawaii, and the largest coffee plantation in the USA.

Take the day off from driving and let us show you Kauai through local eyes.
Small Group Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
  • 3 drop-off locations: cruise ship at 3:30pm, Harbor Mall at 3:45pm & Coconut Market Place at 4:15pm
  • Two pick up locations: 8am at the Coconut Market place in Kapaa & 8:30am at the Harbor Mall in Lihue
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fee to Waimea State Park
  • Map of Kauai
  • Gratuities
  • Infant and toddler car seats. If you have one please bring it.
  • Wheelchair accessibility. Our vehicles have no room to stow a wheelchair or walkers.
  • Chicken in a Barrel at the Waimea Plantation Cottages

Meeting point
Departure is at 8:00am. Be ready 10 Mts before. 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.
Departure is at 8:30am. 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.
Return details
Departure is at 8:00am. Be ready 10 Mts before. 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.
Departure is at 8:30am. 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.

  • Spouting Horn
    A drive through the beautiful tunnel of trees will lead us to our first stop at the famous 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. Your guide will share the legend of the site, sound effects and all.
  • Hanapepe Valley Lookout
    Before heading to the charming and historic town of Hanapepe, we will make a brief stop at this lookout to enjoy the scenic vistas of this verdant valley.
  • Swinging Bridge
    Next in our agenda is a visit to the historic and charming plantation town of Hanapepe. It’s time for a morning snack at Midnight Bear Bakery, where you can enjoy delicious and fresh made pastries with an island twist. In this town you will have an opportunity to support many of the small local businesses boasting Hawaii made souvenirs, artwork and spices. Last but not least, take a walk across the famous swinging bridge built in 1911, if you dare!
  • Waimea Canyon State Park
    Waimea Canyon State Park is one of Kauai's gems, known as the mini Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Here we will make 4 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. This is the highlight of the tour! Majestic beauty at its finest!
  • Around 12-1pm 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. Have a beer while you are at it! they have a beer wall with over 10 selections or a cocktail; after all you are not driving. We will take a leisure stroll through the property to visit Waimea Bay, one of our few black sand beaches, and Captain Cook's first landing place in Hawaii.
  • Kauai Coffee Company
    Our adventure begins with a worthwhile visit to Kauai Coffee Co., the largest coffee orchard in the US. At their visitor center you can sample various roast for free, take a stroll through part of their orchard, learn all about the process from seed to cup, and purchase some of your favorite beans. If you dont like coffee we got your back, have an ice cream or a locally made popsicle at their snack shop.

  • 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
  • Provide us with a good phone number when booking. We will be contacting you the day before the tour via text with tour details and/or any changes. Acknowledge our text message when you get it.
  • Wear comfortable clothing, good walking shoes, hat or cap and sunglasses.
  • If you weigh 300 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.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour. A taste of the South & West

    Location Kauai, Hawaii, USA
    $219.90
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10 000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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