Things to do near your resort, Kauai tours & activities, fun things to do in Kauai

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Lihue, Poipu, Princeville & Wailua are the largest hubs of activity in Kauai, the homes of major resorts with nearby beaches, ranches, golf courses and other attractions conveniently located near the hotels. Whether you're staying on the North, South, or East coast of Kauai, you're bound to find beautiful scenery, comfortable lodgings, and plenty of things to do!

Lihue City

Your Kauai trip begins as soon as you touch down in Lihue, the commercial center of Kauai and home of Lihue Airport. Surrounded by some of the island’s most popular tours and attractions, you can head North to Princeville or South and West to Waimea! Enjoy an ATV or zipline adventure in nearby Kipu Ranch, or kayak up the Huleia River to a beautiful waterfall. Take off from Lihue Airport on a helicopter or airplane and see the Garden Isle in a way you can't experience from the ground.
Poipu Resorts

For guests staying in the Poipu Resort Area, enjoy Kauai's southern beaches, small town aloha spirit, shopping, dining, golfing & more! Once named "America's Best Beach" the beautiful Poipu Beach is the perfect place to take a snorkel or scuba diving trip, enjoy a Hawaiian sunset with a relaxed cruise or learn to surf. Guests staying in Poipu can also experience the beautiful natural environment of Kauai in the nearby Koloa Forest and Waimea Valley with a zipline tour or ATV ride.
South Side

South Side
Princeville Resorts

Explore some of Kauai's favorite tours & activities on the north shore. The Princeville Resort area features many popular attractions such as a shopping center, a golf course, Hanalei Bay, Princeville Ranch & a nearby heliport. From horseback riding, zipline courses & circle-island helicopter tours to surfing lessons that will have you hangin ten, a chance to work on your golf swing & a peaceful hike to a hidden waterfall, the North Shore of Kauai has much to offer.
Wailua Resorts

Home of the only navigable river in Hawaii, as well as the beautiful Wailua River and famous Smith's Family Garden Luau, Wailua is also home to many hotels and resorts scattered along the beachfront. Only ten minutes away from Lihue Airport, the Wailua area also contains the popular Fern Grotto, a secluded area along Wailua River, and the Opaekaa Falls, a beautiful 150-foot waterfall that can be seen from an overlook along the road.

Resort	Nearest Beach	Major Attractions	Unique Features
Lihue	Kalapaki Beach	Kauai Mountain Tubing	Old Lihue Sugar Plantation
Poipu	Poipu Beach Park	Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Koloa Zipline & Plantation	Hawaiian Monk Seals
Princeville	Hanalei Bay	Princeville Ranch, Princeville Shopping Center	Queen's Bath
Wailua	Waipouli Beach	Smith's Family Luau, Fern Grotto, Opaekaa Falls	Wailua River

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Hawaii Mountain Tubing Adventure Tour with Kauai Backcountry [Open Soon]
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If you are looking for the most popular activity in Kauai, look no further than a fun-filled Kauai mountain tubing adventure that will float you through irrigation ditches of the Old Lihue Sugar Cane Plantion on an epic lazy river experience.

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USD131.94

(190 reviews)

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3.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim [Open Now]
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Take a guided tour of the secret waterfall Uluwehi, paddle on the Wailua River and hike through native, tropical flora and fauna of Kauai, the Garden Isle.

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USD99.48

(87 reviews)

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

5 - 6 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Smith's Family Luau & Fire Knife Show - Kauai's Most Famous Luau [Open Soon]
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Celebrate the Hawaiian tradition with Smith's Tropical Paradise Luau at the Smiths' family garden in Wailua, featuring a delicious luau buffet feast, open bar and live hula dancing performances from Asia & the Pacific Islands.

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From USD20.00

(252 reviews)

Mon, Wed, Fri

2 - 6 hour(s) (afternoon, evening)
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Kauai ATV Tour Makauwahi Cave Expedition (4 Hours) [Open Soon]

Venture down old plantation trails on this 4-hour off-road ATV adventure in Kauai's south coast! Explore natural caveworks, hike along the shoreline, visit the famous Makauwahi Cave, plant a legacy tree and see giant tortoises.

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From USD162.30

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3.5 - 4.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Sunshine Helicopters Kauai Na Pali Coast Air Tour (from Lihue) [Open Soon]

Explore Kauai by air with Sunshine Helicopters. See all of the island's top sights, including the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, Wailua Falls and more! Fly before 8:30 am or after 2:00 pm and get your Kauai Helicopter Flight at a discounted price.

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From USD269.00

(98 reviews)

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1 - 3.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Koloa Zipline Flyin' Kauaian Adventure [Open Soon]
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Strap on the Flyin’ Kauaian custom harness and zip superman style down Kauais longest ziplines! Soar over famous movie sites on 8 ziplines and get free pictures of your zip adventure.

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USD156.02

(3 reviews)

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

4 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Princeville Ranch Horseback Riding Tour with Waterfall Swim [Open Now]
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Discover the natural beauty of Kauai on a horseback riding tour at Princeville Ranch. Ride through a working cattle ranch with surrounding views of the Hanalei Mountains. Hike along a short trail to a private 80 foot waterfall for a refreshing dip.

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USD166.49

(16 reviews)

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

4 hour(s) (morning)
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Introductory Two-Tank Kauai Scuba Diving Boat Tour (from Poipu) [Open Now]

The perfect choice for new divers, explore the underwater world off the Kauai coast and see an aquatic wonderland with your expert instructor and guide.

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USD202.54

(8 reviews)

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6.5 hour(s) (afternoon)
3-Hour Kipu Ranch ATV Ride Triple Trail Expedition & Waterfall Swim [Open Now]
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Embark on an epic experience with a 3-hour ATV adventure at Kipu Ranch! Drive and ride in an ATV that can comfortably seat up to six people! Explore winding 4x4 trails through famous movie locations and go to two different waterfall swimming spots.

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Kauai ATV Off-Road Tour & Waterfall Swim - Longest Trail in Kauai [Open Now]

Explore 23 miles of rugged trail in Kauai on an exciting 3 to 4 hour ATV tour! Drive through plantation lands, movie sites like Jurassic Park, and a hidden tunnel before reaching a beautiful mountain pool and swimming at the base of a waterfall!

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From USD162.30

(3 reviews)

Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

4.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Smith's Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment [Open Soon]
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Visit one of Kauai's top attractions. Cruise along the beautiful Wailua River to the lush Fern Grotto, and learn about the history and legends of the valley.

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2 - 6 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Snuba Tours of Kauai - Guided Beach Snuba Diving Tour [Open Now]

Go beyond snorkeling: snuba dive from Lawai Beach in Poipu! This 90-minute underwater tour includes instruction, guides, practice, and equipment. Enjoy more time and depth below the surface to explore Hawaiian reefs and marine life.

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USD78.53

(53 reviews)

Weekday

2 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Captain Andy's Na Pali Coast Snorkel Sail Cruise [Open Soon]

Set sail on an unforgettable 5½ hour snorkeling adventure along Kauai’s famous Na Pali Coast. Enjoy incredible sights of towering sea cliffs, waterfalls & sea caves. Snorkel the dazzlingly clear waters and pristine reefs teeming with marine life!

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From USD183.50

(18 reviews)

Daily

6 hour(s) (morning)
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Outfitters Kauai Kipu Zipline Trek Adventures (from Poipu) [Open Now]
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Take on Kauai's longest zipline and fly over pristine Kipu Ranch! Zip over lush valleys, waterfalls, and a working cattle ranch on 4 exciting lines. Cool off in a swimming hole, zoom through the Kipu Valley like Superman, and more!

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From USD52.36

(17 reviews)

Mon, Wed, Sat

1.5 - 3 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Kipu Ranch ATV Ride - Ultimate Mountain Adventure 3-Hour Tour [Open Now]
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Buckle up for the ride of your life on this 3-hour off-road adventure exploring the pristine landscape of Kipu Ranch! Drive through Jurassic Park and see lush tropical forests, winding rivers, verdant Huleia Valley, and panoramic views of Kipu Kai!

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From USD154.97

(57 reviews)

Daily

3.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Kauai Circle Island Open-Cockpit Vintage Bi-Plane Private Tour [Open Soon]

The ride of a lifetime! Fly low & slow in an open-cockpit vintage plane as an expert pilot takes you over the beautiful, rugged landscape of Kauai.

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USD245.00

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2 - 2.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Poipu Valley Skyline Ziplining Eco Adventure [Open Now]

Zipline over Kauai's untouched landscape and take in breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Poipu Valley! Just a few minutes away from Poipu Beach, enjoy eight ziplines as high as 200-ft over fern-covered valleys and lush tropical rainforests!

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From USD115.13

(7 reviews)

Weekday

1 - 3.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Learn How to Surf - Kauai Surfing School at Poipu Beach [Open Now]
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Learn to surf during your vacation! Expert surfing instructors teach you how to ride the waves of Kauai's South Shore so you can Hang Ten in Poipu.

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From USD78.12

(9 reviews)

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

1.5 - 2.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
Na Pali Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Cocktails by Holo Holo [Open Soon]
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Depart from Port Allen on a 3.5 hour sunset cruise along Kauai’s famous Na Pali Coast. Enjoy drinks and dinner as the sun sinks below the horizon and casts a golden hue on the rugged coastline. A Na Pali Sunset Boat tour is a must do Kauai activity.

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USD149.46

(33 reviews)

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3.5 - 4 hour(s) (afternoon)
Wailua River Kayak, Rainforest Hike & Sacred Falls Swim Adventure [Open Now]
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Enjoy hiking and paddling beautiful Wailua. Explore its enchanting tropical trails and swim in a gorgeous pool below one of Kauai's most popular waterfalls!

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USD114.14

(14 reviews)

Tue, Fri

6.5 - 7 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)