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Do & See The guide was updated: 2024-09-19

With the island's unparalleled natural beauty, you will be able to explore grottoes, miles of beaches, and the best Kauai has to offer. Enjoy a variety of educational, recreational and relaxing activities spanning the entire island.

Hanalei Bay

Hanalei Bay

Hanalei Bay is known for its stunning natural beauty, with crystal-clear waters, pristine sandy beaches with lush green mountains in the background. It is also home to a number of cultural attractions, including the Hanalei Valley Lookout and the Instagram-favorite Hanalei Pier. In addition, Hanalei Bay is known for its laid-back, relaxed atmosphere, and is a great place to unwind and escape the stresses of daily life. There are a range of resorts, vacation rentals, and other accommodations available in the area, making it a popular choice for visitors who want to spend their days relaxing on the beach or exploring the local area.

Makauwahi Cave Reserve

Makauwahi Cave Reserve

The Makauwahi Cave Reserve is a must-see for nature lovers and paleontology enthusiasts. This sinkhole is home to a sand-floored cave that holds a rich fossil record and evidence of the widespread extinction of native plants and animals. The reserve can be reached by hiking along the Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail or by driving along a dirt road beyond the Grand Hyatt. Visitors can learn more about the site's history from the volunteers who are on hand daily in the cave and can take a walk along the rim of the sinkhole, which is being replanted with native species.

Fern Grotto

Fern Grotto

Only accessible by water, the Fern Grotto is located roughly two miles up the Wailua River. A tour of the Fern Grotto takes approximately 90 minutes, teaching you the history of the Wailua River Valley. Bring your camera and prepare to be awestruck.

Kilohana Plantation Estate

Kilohana Plantation Estate

Visit Kilohana Plantation today and travel back in time. Capturing 1930s Kauai, the plantation is one of Kauai's treasures. In 1935, Gaylord Parke Wilcox decided to build his dream home with his wife, Ethel. The house featured Tudor-style architecture and became known as Kilohana. The 16,000 square foot mansion was the center of a 26,000-acre sugar field, serving as the family home for many generations.

Nāpali Coast State Park

Nāpali Coast State Park

Rejuvenate the soul with a sail or hike along Kauai's famous Nāpali Coast. Emerald green pinnacles extend upwards towards crystal skies for 17 miles. Velvety cliffs and fresh waterfalls line stupendous valleys. The terrain is as it has been for centuries: respected and revered by man.

Waimea Canyon

Waimea Canyon

Waimea Canyon offers beautiful views of the nearby Ni'ihau Island. There are also picnic areas and a short nature trail. Adjacent to the Canyon is a forest reserve featuring a rather arduous hike to and from the Canyon.

Kauai Museum

Kauai Museum

Kauai Museum's mission is to inspire and promote respect for the indigenous and immigrant people of Kauai and Niihau. Kauai Museum's exhibits include "The Story of Kauai," which includes the Juliet Rice Wichman Heritage, and an Oriental Art Gallery.

Ho'opulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill

Ho'opulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill

Ho'opulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill has been in the Haraguchi Family for six generations. It offers weekly public tours of both the rice mill and taro fields, which explore the rich history of the farm and the family running it.

Hawaiian Style Fishing

Hawaiian Style Fishing

Hawaiian Style Fishing is a great hands-on experience. The service gets everyone involved in all aspects of fishing, including driving the boat and cutting the bait.

Ha‘ena State Park

Ha‘ena State Park

Ha‘ena State Park is oftentimes packed to the brim with eager sun worshipers. Such dedication is thanks to the park's stunning beauty, and because Ha‘ena beach marks the beginning of the Napali Coast. Explore the trails, the Pacific, and even the religious sites.

Wailua Falls

Wailua Falls

While Kauai has a plethora of impressive waterfalls, Wailua Falls is one of its most recognizable. Having been featured in the opening sequences of the Fantasy Island television series, Wailua Falls is a popular site. The falls are also easily accessible.

Kalalau Trail

Kalalau Trail

Experience beautiful beaches, stunning cliffs and idyllic valleys on the Kalalau trail, an 11-mile trail that leads from Ke’e Beach to Kalalau Beach along the Nāpali Coast. Bring some snacks, water and take a seat and just take in the amazing scenery.

Kalalau Lookout

Kalalau Lookout

This is Kauai. Rent a car and drive up to this amazing lookout point and just wonder at the amazing natural surroundings. You will see the ocean in all different shades of blue from up here.

Allerton Garden

Allerton Garden

This is a beautiful way to learn about the natural history of Hawaii. The guides will walk you through the gardens, the plants, and all the movies and shows that have been filmed there.

Makai Golf Club at Princeville

Makai Golf Club at Princeville

Welcome to a wonderful golf experience. The course is challenging, the view is spectacular and the wildlife completes an amazing day at Makai Golf Club.

Hoku Water Sports

Hoku Water Sports

Haku Water Sports has been in Hawaii since 1990. Go on a canoe ride in Kalapaki Bay, take surfing lessons, or go snorkeling — there are so many ways to enjoy the natural beauty of Kauai.

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