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 Fun, exciting nature tours |
Kalapaki Marketplace, Suite 106 Kauai, HI 96766 United States +1 808 246 6804 / +1 808 473 5446 http://www.hawaiikayaks.com |
Paddle the river through the rain forest, snorkel a hidden beach, or hike the path of the Hulei'a River. This Hawaiian-owned eco-tour company allows guests to participate in any of the above activities. The ultimate tour is the Helicopter-Kayak Adventure Tour; it combines all activities, starting with a helicopter ride above Na Pali and Waimea Canyon. While some tours are not appropriate for youngsters or persons with disabilities, some tours are appropriate for ages three on up to 80-something. Call for daily schedule and prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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By land or by sea |
1702 Haleukana Street Kauai, HI 96766 United States +1 808 245 6400 / +1 808 452 1113 http://www.alohakauaitours.com/ |
The three specialized sections of this company provide visitors with a complete look around the island of Kauai. Kauai Mountain Tours offers four-wheel-drive tours and hiking excursions around Palii-Kona Forest Reserve and Koke'e Park. Kauai Backroads goes where no tour company has gone before, trekking around private property and bumpy back roads. SeaFun Kauai provides tourists with the opportunity to snorkel the top spots off the Kauai coast. Take one tour or all three. The photo ops are endless. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lovely, isolated windsurf beach |
At the end of Anini Road Kauai, HI 96714 United States +1 808 822 5065 |
Located on the northern shore of Kaua'i, this gorgeous beach is often nearly empty. Although many private guest homes and vacation rentals are situated outside of the designated park area, the homes are spread out enough to allow beach-goers some privacy. Other than sunning and surfing, the main activity here is windsurfing. Windsurfing schools operate onsite. Snorkeling is good in the lagoon area created by the reef, but always check conditions first. Across the street is the playing field for the Kauai Polo Club. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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On the Wailua River |
On the Wailua River Kauai, HI 96756 United States |
Kauai's eastern side is home to many natural attractions, not the least of which is this enormous lava cave wreathed in ferns. You will need to take a river tour in order to catch a glimpse of it. If you want to make a day trip out of it, take one of the more rugged kayak tours. These include a few other stops past the grotto. Speedboat tours are faster and also include entertainment and refreshments. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Last working sugar plantation on Kauai |
Kaumakani Avenue, off Highway 50 Kauai, HI 96747 United States +1 808 335 2824 http://www.gandrtours-kauai.com/ |
Kauai Sugar Plantation is the last working sugarcane plantation in the Kauai Island and among the last two remaining in the Hawaiian islands. It is located off Highway 50, just after mile marker 19 in the city of Kaumakani. A tour of the plantation is offered by Gay & Robinson Tours. Taking this tour will enable you to understand the harvesting and processing of sugarcane. There is also an on-site museum where you can check out photographs, documents, equipment and artifacts, all related to the sugar industry on the island for free. For details, check the website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Natural Jacuzzi and pool |
Kalalau Trail Ke'e Beach, North Shore Kauai, HI 96714 United States |
This is one of the most breathtaking (in more ways than one) of Kauai's many natural wonders. In order to reach it, one must hike approximately four miles along the Kalalau Trail, starting at Kee Beach. While this is a journey for intermediate to advanced hikers, many people attempt at least the first half of the journey. The two-mile beach along the path is lovely, as are the many lookout spots along the way. The waterfall at the end of the journey are unbelievable. Pouring from a point 300 feet above the pool, it creates a pristine natural spa. Note: Do not attempt this hike if it is raining. Do not swim at Hanakapiai Beach; it has had more fatalities than any other beach on Kauai. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A great spot for family picnics |
End of Weke Road (At Black Pot Beach Park) Kauai, HI 96714 United States |
A visit here fills sightseeing requirements and leaves plenty of time to relax. The pier is located in busy Black Pot Beach Park, and is nearly a century old. Agricultural exporters originally docked their vessels here, but it ceased being of any commercial importance years ago. Now it is a landmark and a hangout spot. Kids gleefully jump off the edge of the pier (a short fall, but good for a splash) while adults sunbathe, fish or talk story; pidgin for "shooting the breeze." Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Film buffs unite |
1384 Kuhio Highway Kauai, HI 96746 United States +1 800 628 8432 http://www.hawaiimovietour.com |
Kauai, thought by many to be the most gorgeous island paradise in the world, has been the scene of many, well, scenes. Movie scenes, that is. Blockbuster films such as "Jurassic Park", "Honeymoon in Vegas" and "Raiders of the Lost Ark" have been shot on Kauai, Hawaii's oldest island. The state's only movie tour operator provides high-energy, family-oriented tours of Kauai's most famous movie locations—and some lesser-known ones, as well. New in the autumn of 2002: sites from "The Time Machine" and "Lilo & Stitch". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Handmade natural products |
5428 Koloa Road Kauai, HI 96756 United States +1 808 742 1945 / +1 808 528 7627 |
Soap, candles and other products are handmade at this retail outlet and factory. Many island fruits and flowers are used to create the sweet smelling, all-natural products; popular scents include coconut, mango, papaya and plumeria. Among the most popular items are the coconut soap and the hand-dipped beeswax candles. Other products include body mists, lotions and oils. The facility is intimate and comfortable, more like someone's kitchen than like a factory. Guests wander amidst the displays and watch as the craftspeople work. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient Hawaiian village |
6060 Kuamoo Road Kauai, HI 96746 United States +1 808 823 0559 |
Wander the re-created ruins of a pre-contact Hawaiian village. Thatched huts and shelters give modern-day tourists an idea of what it was like to live in the ancient South Pacific. A number of displays and demonstrations show how the Polynesians eked out their day-to-day existence. Observe how they prepared food, made clothing, and carved petroglyphs. There are no set hours, and if you're planning to stop by, it's best to call and make an appointment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coffee on the stalk |
One Numila Road (off Highway 50) Kauai, HI 96705 United States +1 808 335 0813 |
In California, tourists visit the wineries; in Hawaii they tour the coffee plantations. Kauai's largest coffee grower offers free tours around the estate. Visitors sip the finished product, wander among the coffee trees, and learn from the experts how coffee gets to the cup. This company is located on the Koloa Estate, a 3,400-acre estate that is known for its red dirt and pesticide-free practices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historical building |
end of Kilauea Road North of Kilauea Town Kauai, HI 96754 United States +1 808 828 1413 |
While its primary purpose now is to serve as a resting spot for seabirds, in the first half of the 20th century, the Kiluaea Lighthouse was a beacon visible from 90 miles in any direction. It is a freestanding structure 52 feet high. It was deactivated in 1976, around the same time it made the National Register of Historic Lighthouses. The promontory on which it is located is at the state's northernmost point. It is open to the public during the daytime. Admission to the grounds is $3 per adult and free to children under 16. The price includes admission to the lighthouse. Credit cards are only accepted in the gift shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rare bird species |
Kilauea Lighthouse Road, one mile north of Kilauea P. O. Box 1128 (mailing address) Kauai, HI 96754 United States +1 808 828 1413 |
A number of seabirds, including shearwaters, red-footed boobies and albatross can be seen at this reserve. Indigenous plant life also thrives. While experts will probably come prepared, regular tourists will appreciate the on-loan binoculars and the refuge's volunteer staff. Sometimes whales or other inhabitants of the sea can be glimpsed in the waters below Lighthouse Point. Do not forget to stop by the old lighthouse (an attraction in its own right) before leaving. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sweet plantation recreation |
3-2087 Kaumualii Highway Kauai, HI 96766 United States +1 808 245 5608 |
Almost anyone can find something to do at this restored sugar plantation. The home is a perfectly recreated version of a 1930s mansion. The exquisitely manicured grounds can be toured by carriage or on foot. For people who enjoy more material diversions, the plantation offers luaus twice weekly, shopping and fine dining. A host of famous artists are represented in the art galleries on the grounds, and Gaylord's Restaurant offers fine dining morning, noon and night. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Adventure rides over private property |
off Highway 50, Eastern Shore (at Kipu Ranch) Kauai, HI 96766 United States +1 808 246 9288 http://www.kiputours.com/ |
This rough-and-tumble experience is like a cross between a motorcycle ride and a back-road trek. Tours take place on a working cattle ranch that covers 3,000 acres. Participants travel through forests, fields, up inclines and down riverbeds. Along the way there are plenty of sights to see; the Menehune Fish Pond and the Haupu Mountains are two of the main ones. This is the only way to gain access to Kipu Ranch. Participants ride sturdy Honda 300cc ATVs. Plenty of rules apply; call in advance for more information or to make reservations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular outdoor attraction |
Kokee Road (Highway 552) Kauai, HI 96796 United States +1 808 587 0400 http://www.hawaii.gov/dlnr/dsp... |
A favorite place for hikers, campers and picnickers, this park is located on the western shore of Kauai. The centerpiece is Waimea Canyon. One of the best ways to see the canyon is to hike the easy Iliau Nature Loop, located between Mile Marker 8 and 9. A half-dozen other trails are available. Some of them are easy and some are arduous. The Koke'e Natural History Museum, located inside the park, is a great place to learn about the surroundings, research the trails or pick up a map. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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McBryde Garden of the National Tropical Botanical Garden |
4425 Lawai Road Poipu, HI 96756 United States +1 808 742-2623 http://www.ntbg.org/ |
The National Tropical Botanical Garden aims to "enrich life through discovery, scientific research, conservation, and education by perpetuating the survival of plants, ecosystems, and cultural knowledge of tropical regions." Based in the tropical paradise of Kauai, the NTBG is currently trying to increase awareness of the dire situation of many rare tropical plants that could have many uses (including medicine, food, and even shelter). It also distinguishes itself as a "botanical ark," preserving various endangered plants in hopes of preserving them and perhaps reintroducing them to their natural habitats in the future. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Majesty of nature |
Northwest shore (end of Highway 56) Kauai, HI 96714 United States +1 808 274 3444 |
The sea cliffs of Kauai's west side tower above the wild and beautiful ocean, sometimes reaching as high as 4,000 feet above sea level. They give Na Pali its name, which is Hawaiian for "The Cliffs." In addition to being considered one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world, this 17-mile stretch also offers some of the world's best hiking. Less hardy sightseers will want to tour the area by helicopter or boat. There are several companies that offer Na Pali adventures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic dye, authentic Kauai |
4350 Waialo Road Kauai, HI 96716 United States +1 800 717 3478 / +1 800 335 5670 http://www.dirtshirt.com |
Kauai is famous for its rich red earth, which is great for growing coffee, but is terrible on clothing. To avoid having your whites turned permanently orange, it is worthwhile to invest in an authentic Red Dirt Shirt before touring the coffee estates or back roads. While the shirts are available at many stores throughout the island chain, the only factory is on Kauai. Shirts are dyed with the dirt and patterned using a Hawaiian block print. Many prints are available. Besides the factory, several stores are located on Kauai. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bike or kayak Kauai |
2827A Poipu Road (Poipu Plaza) Kauai, HI 96756 United States +1 808 742 9667 / +1 808 742 9887 http://www.outfitterskauai.com |
This company offers a few outdoor adventures in addition to renting bikes and kayaks. "Bike Downhill" is similar to the Haleakala Downhill tours offered by many companies on Maui. The 12-mile tour traverses the Waimea Canyon. "Jungle Paddle" takes people down the island streams to waterfalls and jungle pools. According to the season, either the Kipu Kai or the Na Pali Coast tour is offered. Both tours take place in open ocean waters and are recommended for physically fit individuals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Horseback, hiking, wagon rides |
5-4430 Kuhio Highway Kauai, HI 96722 United States +1 808 826 6777 http://www.princevilleranch.com/ |
There are four parts to the Princeville Ranch: stables, hiking and kayaking adventures, retreats, and sunset dinner and wagon rides. The ranch spans 2,500 acres of jungle, river and fields. Hikers and horseback riders can traverse the bluffs, explore the hills and relax by hidden waterfalls. Each part of the ranch handles its own affairs and has its own office hours. Activities start at USD59 and ddvance reservations are required. To see a listing of specific activities, visit the Web site or request a brochure. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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