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Kauai Hiking Tour with Private Waterfall Swim & Jungle Adventure
A sweaty hike culminates in a refreshing waterfall swim!
Activity Date: 2024/05/22 | Posted on: 2024/06/03

I enjoyed this excursion. The hike was fairly strenuous, but I managed. Be sure to hold onto the ropes along the trail as it can be muddy and slippery. The big highlight of this activity is when you reach the 60-foot waterfall. I swam out to it and sat beneath it. Awesome! The guide was pleasant and was quite knowledgeable regarding all the flora and fauna. I would recommend this excursion!

Packages: Hiking Tour & Private Waterfall Swim
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Awesome time!
Activity Date: 2024/05/29 | Posted on: 2024/05/31

We had a fantastic time and our guide Izzie was awesome. The hike and the falls was so beautiful. We had a great time, this is a must do excursion!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Jackie,

Izzy wrote the guide book or should have. Your guide is the leader of the pack and she is a delight/fun to work with.

Thanks for taking the time to share and for the 5 stars and will share your kind words with the celebrity.

A hui hou,

Micco/Head Guide

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Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Fun Times in Kauai
Activity Date: 2024/05/28 | Posted on: 2024/05/30

This was a great adventure - something we have wanted to do for quite a while. The entire experience was well run, very organized, and clear on expectations. Directions to the facility, instructions on what to bring, and the itinerary were specific and clear.

The ride up to the tubing location was fun and Chelsea made the ride interesting with her presentation of the history and landscape of the area and island. Her reverence for the locals was awesome.

The tubing experience itself was as adventure and fun! It was very relaxing. The few times when one might feel a little anxious, the guides were calming in explaining exactly what to do and what to expect.

Upon return, the fresh and homemade items for lunch was tasty and hit the spot after the adventure.

Excellent time!

Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Sacred Falls Tour 5/27
Activity Date: 2024/05/27 | Posted on: 2024/05/29
CN

I loved this tour and would recommend it to anyone coming to Kauai for their 1st or 10th time! This tour is the perfect level of activity with the 2 mile kayak breezing by and the 1.5 mile hike not feeling very strenuous. Izzy was so kind and accommodating towards everyone in our group regardless of our fitness level. She made the tour feel more personalized, which was so special. The waterfall is absolutely beautiful, and words don't do justice to how refreshing the water feels. Izzy also provided our group some recommendations for Farmer's Markets and restaurants on the island, which I will keep in mind for myself and others' future trips!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Friends
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Aloha CN,

Izzy does it again and won you over.

Izzy remains the "Queen of the Wailua" with her tours that are fun and fact filled, while keeping you safe.

Thanks for the 5 stars and hope to see you back at the Sacred/Secret Falls.

A hui hou,

Micco/Head Guide

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Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Exhilarating Mountain Tubing Adventure in Lihue
Activity Date: 2024/05/22 | Posted on: 2024/05/24

The 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure is an absolute must-do in Kauai! The friendly staff got us geared up quickly with helmets and headlamps before we headed up the mountain, where our guide shared intriguing island tales.

Entering the water on our personal tubes, we were immediately swept up by the gentle flow of the historic irrigation canals. The open-air sections offered stunning views of the lush mountains, and the excitement ramped up as we approached the tunnels. The darkness was exhilarating, and our headlamps revealed the fascinating contours of these subterranean passages.

Our guides were terrific, ensuring safety and adding to the fun with their engaging personalities. The adventure wrapped up with a delicious picnic, giving us a chance to chat about our shared experience. This mountain tubing adventure was the highlight of my Kauai visit – an unforgettable mix of natural beauty, history, and thrill.

Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
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Kauai Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean & River Boat Tour from Lihue
Sunset Cruise
Activity Date: 2024/05/21 | Posted on: 2024/05/23
Tim

My wife and I enjoyed the boat this past Tuesday. Wendel and Mitchel were excellent and we learned a lot from the narration and information about this area. Was a enjoyable evening.

Packages: Sunset Cruise
Attended as: Couples
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Kipu Ranch ATV Tour – Scenic Ride Through Jurassic Park Film Locations
What a can I say..... 10 out of 10
Activity Date: 2024/05/16 | Posted on: 2024/05/18

My husband and I had a feeling this would be fun, which is why we booked this excursion. But we had no idea what a blast this really was! The "lookouts" that we stopped at during our ride were truly breathtaking. Our guides were super informative and had a good sense of humor. Believe me, you get it all during this excursion, fun, adventure, even a bit of "what did I get myself into" moments. Don't worry, you are safe and your guides are always right with you. Not to mention they won't take you onto trails you can't handle. Be prepared to get dirty! As our guide told us, embrace it, you can't get around it. But just fyi, bring extra shoes, a change of clothes and a towel. We happen to go on a day that was pretty wet from a storm. We were a mess! Loved all of it though. Highly recommend this excursion.

Packages: ATV Group Package: Driver + Adult Passenger
Attended as: Couples
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Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Super fun!
Activity Date: 2024/04/21 | Posted on: 2024/05/11

We really enjoyed the tubing adventure. It was a fun way to spend an afternoon and cool off.

Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
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Kauai Helicopter Tour & Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue - Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Kauai helicopter tour
Activity Date: 2024/04/20 | Posted on: 2024/05/11

This tour was so amazing! Our pilot was knowledgable and they played fun music during the ride. We saw all the areas of the island that you cannot access. So many waterfalls, Wamea Canyon and the NaPali coast. We plan to come back and to this again with our kids.

Packages: [50 mins] Standard Flight - Special Deals on Selected Flight Times
Attended as: Couples
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シダの洞窟 観光遊覧船 ハワイ唯一の航行可能な川を行く!<英語ガイド/半日>
It was a tour where you could enjoy Hawaiian music on a boat.
ボートでハワイアンミュージックも楽しめるツアーでした
Activity Date: 2024/05/03 | Posted on: 2024/05/11

Check-in information:
Please note that the map guidance is not accurate. You can check in by providing your name at the ticket booth near the Wailua River boat launch. By the way, I was able to ride the bicycle I borrowed from the hotel and park it there.

About the tour:
On the boat, there was a sightseeing guide (historical explanation), and we all stood up and danced to Hawaiian music, creating a cheerful atmosphere. It's enjoyable even if you participate alone. I don't know what it was like when we could enter the fern cave, so compared to that, the fern volume seems a bit lacking, but it was still a good tour.

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地図の案内とずれているので注意です。ワイルアリバーボート乗り場のチケット売り場のところで名前を伝えれば受付できます。ちなみに、ホテルで借りた自転車でいき、停めることができました。

ツアーについて
ボートでは観光案内(歴史説明)もあったり、ハワイアンミュージックでみんなで立ち上がって踊ったり、陽気な雰囲気で過ごせました。1人参加でも楽しめます。シダの洞窟の中に入れた当時を知らないので、それに比較するとシダボリュームが貧弱のようですが、それでも良いツアーでした。

Attended as: Solo Travelers
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To prevent similar issues in the future, we have updated the map information on the tour page.
Thank you very much for taking the time to provide your feedback and suggestions.
We appreciate your understanding.

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何卒よろしくお願いします。

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Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach
Fantastic experience!
Activity Date: 2024/05/06 | Posted on: 2024/05/10

This was the first time my family joined me trying SNUBA. Doug was the best instructor and guide ever, very patient with beginners. If you have ever considered trying it, this is the place to try. Being able to see the fish and coral up close is amazing. Thank you Doug and Josh for a highlight of our trip.

Packages: Standard Tour
Attended as: Families
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Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Tubing fun!
Activity Date: 2024/05/02 | Posted on: 2024/05/07

My girlfriend and I had a blast! We will recommend to others visiting the beautiful island of Kauai! Thank you Tia. She was awesome. Very entertaining.

Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Friends
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Great experience like been in paradise
Activity Date: 2024/04/30 | Posted on: 2024/05/05

It was a great tour, our guide was so informative and fun, I would recomend this tour 100%

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Haydee,

Thanks for taking the time to review and for recommending us.

After 40 years we still do not rest on our laurels.

We do have a great crew from the time you give us a call to when we get you out in the "great quiet".

Stay well and active.

A hui hou,

Micco/Head Guide

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Kauai Shore Excursion: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour
Breathe Taking Waimea Canyon
Activity Date: 2024/05/02 | Posted on: 2024/05/05
CMJ

Do yourself a favour by not missing this awesome natural spectacle that is Waimea Canyon if you’re visiting Kaua’i.
The vastness, colours and wildlife are extraordinary.
Wailea River Cruise was average. Staff on the barge were friendly and polite, like all Hawaiian people we have met. But their attempt at humour was off, but more importantly not even close to being funny. The main female host tried sharing information/history along the river, but kept making mistakes and forgetting what she was saying!
Fern Grotto, was disappointing, not only because you can no longer enter the cave due to safety, but I’ve seen better natural amphitheatres.
Still worth seeing as it’s part of the package.
Our tour guide Leonme from Roberts Hawaii Tours was awesome. Very funny, very informative.

Packages: Waimea Canyon, Opaekaa Falls, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto (Thu)
Attended as: Couples
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Scenic Kauai Airplane Tour to Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and Jurassic Falls
Totally worth it!
Activity Date: 2024/05/02 | Posted on: 2024/05/04

We loved the plane ride, checking in was smooth, they took pictures of us with the plane which was nice, and the employee and pilot were very friendly and helpful. We booked last minute but we felt welcomed nonetheless. The plane ride had a smooth take off and landing. And of course, the view was so amazing along with the pilot telling us all about Kauai!

Packages: Kauai Air Van Airplane Sightseeing Tour
Attended as: Couples
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Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Loads of fun!!
Activity Date: 2024/02/10 | Posted on: 2024/04/25

What a morning, more than you think when you think of river tubing, they have a great pathing set out on this traiL!

Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Couples
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Smiths Family Garden Luau in Kauai - Authentic Hawaiian Dinner & Show
Amazing Show!
Activity Date: 2024/02/08 | Posted on: 2024/04/25

Authentic experience, the crew really goes extra to explain hawaiian histories!

Packages: Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package
Attended as: Couples
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Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula
Good start to day
Activity Date: 2024/02/08 | Posted on: 2024/04/25

Paired this with the luau and a great way to start the evening at Smiths!

Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Couples
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5-Hour Liko Kauai Catamaran Tour - Na Pali Coast Sea Caves & Snorkel with Lunch
Really great tour, incredible views and a wonderful captain and crew.
Activity Date: 2024/04/20 | Posted on: 2024/04/24

The Na Pali coast tour was amazing, the views were incredible and the captain and crew were extremely helpful, knowledgeable and skilled in maneuvering the boat into sea caves and along the coast.

We went with the family, including two kids (5 &7 yo) and everyone loved the tour.

The snorkeling was also a highlight and the crew had all the gear to make it safe and fun.

Our lunch was also very yummy!

And as a bonus we saw some dolphins that jumped and flipped out of the water for us, and also a sea turtle.

We could not think of anything that could have been better.

Packages: Afternoon Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Aloha Andrew! We really appreciate you folks for joining us and we really love your amazing feedback on our accommodations, So happy your 5 & 7 yo enjoyed the tour! Thank you again for joining us!

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Na Pali Catamaran Snorkel Cruise with Lunch from Port Allen
Perfect day on the NaPali Coast
Activity Date: 2024/04/22 | Posted on: 2024/04/24

Absolutely amazing day of breath taking beauty, whales and dolphins, beautiful snorkling, delicious sandwiches, and very knowledgeable and entertaining Capt Shawn and crew Asia and Kaloa.

Packages: Morning Package
Attended as: Families
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Aloha Dawn! Thank you for sending this beautiful photo. Your kind words about our tour means a lot to us! Capt Shawn, Asia and Kaiao are going to be so happy to see this from you. Thank you again for joining us on our Amelia K and we hope to see you folks onboard again!

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ナ・パリ・コースト サンセットディナークルーズ 運がよければイルカに会えるかも!<夕食・飲み放題付き/英語ガイド/エレエレ地区>
The best memories.
最高の思いで
Activity Date: 2024/04/17 | Posted on: 2024/04/19

A large high-speed boat was launched, but the waves were high and it rocked quite a bit, causing some people to get seasick. There were also a few people on the deck getting soaked by the waves. After about an hour and a half, we arrived at the Napali Coast, where breathtaking views spread out in a panorama. On the way back, we enjoyed the sunset, making it a double delight.

大きな高速船出すが波が高くかなり揺れ船酔いした方も何人かいました。
デッキで波もかぶってびしょ濡れになってる方もチラホラ〜1時間半位でナパリコースト到着
絶景がパノラマで広がります。
帰りはサンセットとなりダブルで楽しめたました。

Packages: 基本プラン
Attended as: Couples
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シダの洞窟 観光遊覧船 ハワイ唯一の航行可能な川を行く!<英語ガイド/半日>
The river cruise was okay!
リバークルーズまあまあ!
Activity Date: 2024/04/16 | Posted on: 2024/04/18

We participated as a couple. The river cruise was fun with hula dancing and Hawaiian music. However, the fern cave lacked impact and was somewhat unappealing. I would like to participate in your tours again in the future.

夫婦で参加しました。
リバークルーズの方は、フラダンスあり、ハワイアン音楽ありで楽しかったです。
肝心のシダの洞窟は、余り迫力がなく魅力に乏しかったです。
また今後も貴社のツアーに参加したいと思います。

Attended as: Couples
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Kauai Hiking Tour with Private Waterfall Swim & Jungle Adventure
extraordinaire!!
Activity Date: 2024/04/10 | Posted on: 2024/04/15

We had so much fun!! Our guides were so informative and took their time in explaining and waiting for everyone in our party to climb the ropes to experience the fabulous waterfall!!

It was breathtaking!!

Packages: Hiking Tour & Private Waterfall Swim
Attended as: Couples
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Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula
River Cruise - Fantastic
Activity Date: 2024/03/20 | Posted on: 2024/04/15
Mo

This cruise was great with our 18 month old. The boats are wide and spacious and have great visibility on any seat. We enjoyed the commentary and singing while we rode -- and barely noticed the rain.

The short walk to the fern grotto was lovely and lush. Not to mention the grotto itself. We learned more about the traditions of the place and watch a Hula performance of a love song. The guides did not rush us through the walk and were very warm and friendly.

Recommend -- especially if you have young children and need something fun to do with them. My son loved the boat ride!

Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Families
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Smith’s Fern Grotto River Cruise with Live Hawaiian Music & Hula
River cruise to fern grotto
Activity Date: 2024/04/12 | Posted on: 2024/04/14

Good performance given sever flooding one day before cruise.

Packages: River Cruise Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure – Float Through Jungle Tunnels & Canals
Super fun activity
Activity Date: 2024/03/21 | Posted on: 2024/04/13

Really fun activity- my whole family loved it. Highly recommend.

Packages: 3-Hour Lihue Mountain Tubing Adventure
Attended as: Families
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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Amazing experience
Activity Date: 2024/04/10 | Posted on: 2024/04/11

We had the best day!!! From the beautiful weather, the calm kayak conditions, the lush hiking environment, the spectacular falls and our amazing guide Justice, we could not have had a better experience. Justice was incredibly friendly, super knowledgeable, funny (dad jokes lol), patient and an overall great guide who thoroughly enjoys what he does.
As novice kayakers, we had no issues but the river was very calm with very little wind.
As intermediate hikers we found the trail fairly easy to navigate as long as we were mindful on the rocks and roots. On the hike, you WILL get muddy and you WILL get wet crossing 4 streams and 1 river but it’s all worth it once you reach the breathtaking falls.
The lunch supplied by the tour was pretty good too as we picnicked at the falls.
Hiking shoes/sandals or running shoes are best. For anyone with mobility issues, they may find parts of the hike difficult.
We would highly recommend this tour as it was the highlight of our time on Kauai!!

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Becky/John,

Kudos….for a wonderful review that give folks a good idea of what to expect and what to bring.

We are fond of saying, "embrace the mud" and be ready for a fun, safe and informative outing with great guides such as Justice.

Thanks for taking the time to share.

Stay well and active and hope to see you back or on our other tours.

A hui hou,

Micco

PS Thanks for sharing this same review on Trip Advisor.

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Na Pali Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Kauai Sea Tours Lucky Lady Catamaran
Great Day
Activity Date: 2024/03/17 | Posted on: 2024/04/09

It was my first time on a boat in the ocean. The captain and crew were attentive and friendly.

Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
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Hanalei River and Blue Lagoon Kayaking & Guided Snorkeling Tour - Kayak Kauai
Awesome adventure for our family of 4!
Activity Date: 2024/04/06 | Posted on: 2024/04/08

My husband and two teenagers loved this kayak adventure! Our guides were very friendly, funny and calm. Jay was very informative and gave us a wonderful history lesson on the island and its culture. He did a wonderful job preparing us for our journey and guiding us through the river and ocean. We did make the journey to the farthest beach on the ocean and it was well worth it! We snorkeled with some sea turtles and enjoyed our time at the beach.

It was a great way to finish up our trip on Kauai. I appreciate all that our guides did to inform us and keep us safe as well as teach us about the island and its culture. I would highly recommend this!

Packages: South Shore Departure Package (Check-in at Wailua River Marina)
Attended as: Families
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Aloha Jamie,

You went on our other "Secret Tour"!

Our Hanalei Blue Lagoon is slowly getting more recognition and Jay and our other rive/ocean guides are very responsible for this trend.

Jay is great in the field and to work with and as the summer season comes up with us, often is guiding and sea kayaking the more rigorous Na Pali coast.

Thanks for sharing your kind words, as I will with Jay.

Stay active and well.

A hui hou,

Micco/Head Guide

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Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike - Guided Kauai Adventure
Rising river cancelled half the trip but not half the cost.
Activity Date: 2024/04/05 | Posted on: 2024/04/07

The guide was excellent, the river and surroundings were breathtaking. Unfortunately, high winds and a rising river stopped our paddles without ever seeing the falls. Weather is unpredictable, but since we paddled twice as hard against the winds, it was exhausting. Thought there might be a discount of some kind since our 4 hr. tour only lasted 2 1/2. Better luck next time, I guess. Would do it again with better conditions.

Packages: Sacred Falls Paddle & Hike Tour
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Reid,

Man proposes and the the gods dispose!

All our guides are excellent and do a great job in not only sharing the cultural and natural history of the area, but most important keeping you safe in questionable weather.

We do offer a discount when weather conspires and abbreviates a tour. Veltra should be extending a discount; if not, you know how to reach us.

Stay well and look forward to your return.

A hui hou,

Micco/Head Guide

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Things to Do in Kauai in 2026 – Tours & Activities | HawaiiActivities.com
Visit the top destinations on the island of Kauai and experience the towering sea cliffs of the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, romantic Fern Grotto and Wailua River, Hanalei Bay and more! Kauai, nicknamed The Garden Isle, holds the record for being the wettest place on Earth and its rainforests are teeming with some of the world's most unique tropical flora and wildlife.