Some of my favorite things to do in Kauai as someone who travels there at least 4 times a year.
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Boats & Water Adventures
Hikes
Sights to See
Beautiful Beaches
Land Adventures & Fun
Boats & Water Adventures
This zodiac tour of the Napali Coast is amazing. I’ve been on it twice and I highly recommend.
Blue Ocean Adventure Tours
The Captain Andy’s Sunset Dinner Cruise is an unforgettable way to experience the beauty of Kauai’s Na Pali Coast. In April, the ride to the coast was a bit rough, so I recommend taking Dramamine or wearing a motion sickness patch, and dressing casua...
Kauai Sunset Cruise - Star Na Pali Dinner Sail Tour - Capt Andy's
Hikes
This trail includes kayaking & hiking. Rent a kayak nearby and kayak down the Wailua river to a trail that leads to secret falls
Uluwehi Secret Falls via Wailua River and Hikes, Kaua'i, Hawaii - 1,389 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
This is a super easy hike down to a beautiful swimming hole. Note: this is only swim able in the summer. It is unsafe during the winter. I recommend wearing water shoes. There is a little waterfall on the way.
QUEEN'S BATH--KAUA'I - The Hiking HI
Pretty quick hike with amazing views
Sleeping Giant (Nounou Mountain) West Trail - Hawaii
This is an easy hike that is absolutely stunning
Shipwreck Beach Hike
Sights to See
Check out the beautiful lookouts over Waimea canyon.
Waimea Canyon State Park
Spend a day exploring the shops and eats in Hanalei town and enjoy this scenic bay for the day. We love to get food from the food trucks and take it to the beach. The water is calmer in the summer.
Hanalei Town Kauai | Go Hawaii
Beautiful Beaches
This gorgeous reef protected beach is great for snorkeling and hanging out in the calm water. There is also shade from trees which is super nice. We love watching the wind surfers here.
Anini Beach | Kauai.com
Poipu beach is a gorgeous beach. Come see the turtles and monk seals rest on the beach.
Poipu Beach
This beautiful beach on the west side has no waves and is perfect for kids.
Salt Pond Beach Park
Hanalei bay is absolutely stunning. This crescent-shaped bay in Kauai is the largest bay on the north shore, with stunning views and gorgeous beaches. Start at Black Pot Beach and head towards Hanalei Pier.
Hanalei Bay
Land Adventures & Fun
Embark on a unique two-hour journey through Kauai’s lush landscapes with the Kauai Rum Safari Tour at the historic 105-acre Kilohana Plantation in Lihue. This adults-only adventure combines the island’s rich agricultural heritage with the art of rum-...