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Enjoy the best activities that Kauai has to offer, rated the highest by our visitors. Don't settle for less than fabulous as you explore the most popular sights of this tropical paradise. Snorkel at Na Pali Coast, visit Waimea Canyon, explore the rugged landscape via ATV, soar over the lush greenery from a helicopter, and more! Witness the majesty of this island from every angle as you explore by air, sea, and land.
Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto
Kauai Shore Excursion: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour
Kauai Shore Excursions - Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto & Smith's Luau Combo
Small-Group Best of Kauai Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto
Na Pali Coast Boat Tours
Liko Kauai Snorkel Cruises - Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Sea Cave Adventure
Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Snorkel Cruise from Port Allen - Liko Kauai Cruises
Kauai Na Pali Sunset Cruise with Open Bar & Taco Buffet Dinner - Lucky Lady
3.5-Hour Kauai Napali Sunset Dinner Cruise with Open Bar - Holo Holo Charters
Kauai Snorkeling Tour & Na Pali Coast Adventure - Seiko Catamaran
Kauai Mountain Tubing Adventure
Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
Zipline Adventures
Kauai Zipline Tour & Poipu Outdoor Eco-Adventure - Shaka Zipline
Outfitters Kauai Zipline Trek Adventures at Kipu Ranch
Koloa 8-Line Zipline Adventure - Kauai's Most Adventurous Zip Tour
Kipu Safari Adventure - Zipline, Hike, Kayak & Waterfall Swim with Lunch
Kauai Backcountry Treetop Canopy Zipline & Swimming Adventure with Lunch
Kauai Luau Tickets
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
Kauai Shore Excursions - Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto & Smith's Luau Combo
Luau Kalamaku Deluxe - Manor House Fine Dining Experience at Kilohana Plantation
Kayak Tour & Outrigger Canoe
Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
Kayak Kauai Hanalei River & Blue Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Adventure
Kipu Safari Adventure - Zipline, Hike, Kayak & Waterfall Swim with Lunch
Kauai Beach Boys Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Surfing Ride
Hidden Valleys of Kauai Waterfall Swim, Kayak & Hike Adventure
ATV Tours & Off-Road Adventures
Kauai Jurassic ATV Tour at Kipu Ranch - Ultimate Mountain Off-Road Adventure
Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Kipu Ranch 3-Hour Trail Expedition
Kauai Helicopter Tours
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
Private Kauai Doors On & Off Na Pali Coast Air Tour - Mauna Loa Helicopter
Air Kauai Helicopter Tours - Scenic Circle Island Flights from Lihue Airport
Air Kauai Epic Doors-Off Helicopter Flight Adventure from Lihue Airport
Discover Kauai Helicopter Tour from Princeville - Blue Hawaiian
Sunset Cocktail & Dinner Cruises
Kauai Na Pali Sunset Cruise with Open Bar & Taco Buffet Dinner - Lucky Lady
3.5-Hour Kauai Napali Sunset Dinner Cruise with Open Bar - Holo Holo Charters
Kauai Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean & River Boat Tour from Lihue
Na Pali Sunset Snorkel Tour with Dinner & Drinks - Lucky Lady [Summer]
Na Pali Sunset Snorkel Cruise with Dinner & Open Bar - Kauai Sea Tours [Summer]
Guided Island Sightseeing Tours
Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto
Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour
Small-Group Best of Kauai Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto
Kauai Island Tour - Hanalei, Kilauea Lighthouse, Chocolate Tasting & Movie Sites
Shaka Guide App - Kauai Self Guided Audio Driving Tours
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch-0
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
4.90 (300)
USD 163.35
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Get ready for Kauai's most popular adventure for both kids and adults in Hawaii
Sells out fast! Advanced reservations are highly recommended so book now
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Daily
Popular : Recently booked 10 times!
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment-0
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
4.50 (386)
USD 35.00
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Enjoy a 2-mile river cruise featuring songs and stories of ancient Hawaii
Take short nature walk through the rainforest to the lush Fern Grotto once you arrive
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Weekdays Only
Recently booked 4 times!
Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim-0
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
4.80 (140)
USD 144.99
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5 Hour waterfall swim, hike and kayak adventure tour
Discover a secret waterfall on the Wailua River!
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
5 - 6 hour(s)
Weekdays Only
Liko Kauai Snorkel Cruises - Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Sea Cave Adventure-0
Liko Kauai Snorkel Cruises - Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Sea Cave Adventure
4.90 (93)
From USD 182.03
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Experience the Na Pali Coast with Liko Kauai on a 5-hour sightseeing cruise
Explore sea caves and snorkel at one of the islands best beaches, Nu’alolo Kai if weather permits
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Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
5.5 hour(s)
Daily
Recently booked 2 times!
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar-0
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
4.70 (305)
From USD 30.00
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Celebrate with the spirit of Aloha at Kauai's most popular family-owned and operated luau
Enjoy a live luau evening show complete with Hawaiian hula and a thrilling Samoan fire knife dance
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon / Evening
2 - 4.5 hour(s)
Weekdays Only, Wheelchair accessible
Recently booked 2 times!
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue-0
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
4.90 (94)
From USD 409.00
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Take a 50-minute circle island flight & experience the beauty of Kauai from a whole new perspective
Get incredible aerial views of the Na Pali Coast sea cliffs & Waimea Canyon
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Kauai Jurassic ATV Tour at Kipu Ranch - Ultimate Mountain Off-Road Adventure-0
Kauai Jurassic ATV Tour at Kipu Ranch - Ultimate Mountain Off-Road Adventure
4.80 (67)
From USD 211.90
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Join Kipu Ranch on a 3-hour Kauai off-road adventure. Great for beginners or experienced riders!
Ride on brand new TERYX-4 Kawasaki 750 UTVS. Listed price is per person.
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri Only
Private Kauai Doors On & Off Na Pali Coast Air Tour - Mauna Loa Helicopter-0
Private Kauai Doors On & Off Na Pali Coast Air Tour - Mauna Loa Helicopter
5.00 (7)
USD 359.00
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Fly above Kauai's scenic sites on a 60-minute doors-on or doors-off helicopter flight
Spot natural landmarks including Mt. Waialeale Crater, Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon & Jurassic Falls
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Daily
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance-0
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
4.70 (78)
From USD 179.06
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Located at the historic Kilohana Sugar Plantation, Luau Kalamaku offers amazing views and atmosphere
This fun evening includes a delicious dinner buffet, open bar, and a Polynesian evening show
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Meal Provided
Afternoon / Evening
3.5 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Fri Only, Wheelchair accessible
Air Kauai Helicopter Tours - Scenic Circle Island Flights from Lihue Airport-0
Air Kauai Helicopter Tours - Scenic Circle Island Flights from Lihue Airport
4.70 (6)
From USD 280.00
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Discover Kauai's best sights from above with Air Kauai Helicopter Tours
Fly in a helicopter above Waimea Canyon and the Na Pali Coast
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon / Evening
Daily
Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Snorkel Cruise from Port Allen - Liko Kauai Cruises-0
Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Snorkel Cruise from Port Allen - Liko Kauai Cruises
5.00 (8)
From USD 182.03
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Spend 5 hours exploring the majestic Na Pali Coast on a thrilling snorkeling and sightseeing tour
Explore sea caves and snorkel at Nualolo Kai, a top ranked Kauai beach only accessible by boat
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
5.5 hour(s)
Daily
Air Kauai Epic Doors-Off Helicopter Flight Adventure from Lihue Airport-0
Air Kauai Epic Doors-Off Helicopter Flight Adventure from Lihue Airport
5.00 (8)
From USD 335.00
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Enjoy an exciting 45-minute doors-off Kauai helicopter with Air Kauai
Experience the only doors-off helicopter flight available on Kauai
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Daily
Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Kipu Ranch 3-Hour Trail Expedition-0
Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Kipu Ranch 3-Hour Trail Expedition
4.90 (50)
From USD 211.90
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Join Kipu Ranch on a 3-hour ATV adventure. Visit a private waterfall - Explore, Play and Swim!
Ride a new Kawasaki TERYX4 (2-4 seats) or a MulePro-FXT (5-6 seats). Listed price is per group
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri Only
Kayak Kauai Hanalei River & Blue Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Adventure-0
Kayak Kauai Hanalei River & Blue Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Adventure
4.60 (27)
USD 144.99
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Do it all in one day on a four hour Hanalei kayaking and snorkeling expedition
Paddle along the famous Hanalei River and see exquisite views of Makana Peak (Bali Hai)
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Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
5.5 - 7 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Kauai Zipline Tour & Poipu Outdoor Eco-Adventure - Shaka Zipline-0
Kauai Zipline Tour & Poipu Outdoor Eco-Adventure - Shaka Zipline
From USD 136.07
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Head to Poipu for the best zipline views on Kauai with either 5 or 8 lines of fun and adventure
Soar high above the Garden Isle while enjoying panoramic vistas of lush valleys and mountains.
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Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 - 3 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Outfitters Kauai Zipline Trek Adventures at Kipu Ranch-0
Outfitters Kauai Zipline Trek Adventures at Kipu Ranch
4.90 (24)
From USD 57.59
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Choose your adventure — 3 unique courses! Lines vary by size, skill-level, budget & schedule
Enjoy the option to splash down into a cool private swimming hole at the end of your tour
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 - 3.5 hour(s)
Daily
Kauai Na Pali Sunset Cruise with Open Bar & Taco Buffet Dinner - Lucky Lady-0
Kauai Na Pali Sunset Cruise with Open Bar & Taco Buffet Dinner - Lucky Lady
4.20 (4)
USD 222.86
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Set sail on a 5.5 hour sunset dinner sail along Kauai's beautiful Na Pali Coast
Enjoy a delicious island-style taco buffet dinner, and sip on a variety of drinks and cocktails
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon
6 hour(s)
Daily
Koloa 8-Line Zipline Adventure - Kauai's Most Adventurous Zip Tour-0
Koloa 8-Line Zipline Adventure - Kauai's Most Adventurous Zip Tour
5.00 (13)
USD 166.49
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Kauai’s longest zipline course featuring 3 of the longest lines on island
The custom full body harness allows upside down, superman, backwards and tandem zipping!
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
4 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour-0
Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour
4.60 (19)
USD 197.91
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Enjoy the best sights in Waimea Canyon and an easy short hike in Kokee state park
Take a guided tour at Kauai Coffee Farm, sample their exclusive line & stroll through the plantation
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
10.5 hour(s)
Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat Only
Kipu Safari Adventure - Zipline, Hike, Kayak & Waterfall Swim with Lunch-0
Kipu Safari Adventure - Zipline, Hike, Kayak & Waterfall Swim with Lunch
4.80 (42)
USD 267.02
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Enjoy an exciting 3-line Zip Course and an easy two-mile paddle on the scenic Hule’ia River
Hike to a small waterfall, try the Tarzan-style swing and dip into a fresh-water pool
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Meal Provided
Morning
6.5 hour(s)
Tue / Thu / Fri / Sat Only
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Top-Rated Activities for Kauai

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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
USD 163.35
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
USD 35.00
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
USD 144.99
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Liko Kauai Snorkel Cruises - Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Sea Cave Adventure
From USD 182.03
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
From USD 30.00
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Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
From USD 409.00
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Kauai Jurassic ATV Tour at Kipu Ranch - Ultimate Mountain Off-Road Adventure
From USD 211.90
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Private Kauai Doors On & Off Na Pali Coast Air Tour - Mauna Loa Helicopter
USD 359.00
(7)
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
From USD 179.06
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Air Kauai Helicopter Tours - Scenic Circle Island Flights from Lihue Airport
From USD 280.00
(6)
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Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Snorkel Cruise from Port Allen - Liko Kauai Cruises
From USD 182.03
(8)
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Air Kauai Epic Doors-Off Helicopter Flight Adventure from Lihue Airport
From USD 335.00
(8)
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Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Kipu Ranch 3-Hour Trail Expedition
From USD 211.90
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Kayak Kauai Hanalei River & Blue Lagoon Kayak & Snorkel Adventure
USD 144.99
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Kauai Zipline Tour & Poipu Outdoor Eco-Adventure - Shaka Zipline
From USD 136.07
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Outfitters Kauai Zipline Trek Adventures at Kipu Ranch
From USD 57.59
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Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach
USD 100.88
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Kauai Na Pali Sunset Cruise with Open Bar & Taco Buffet Dinner - Lucky Lady
USD 222.86
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Koloa 8-Line Zipline Adventure - Kauai's Most Adventurous Zip Tour
USD 166.49
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Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour
USD 197.91

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Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

First trip to Kauai!

2025/04/26 Couples Brittany B-M

Our tour guide Sabrina was amazing. Incredibly sweet and authentic of a tour guide to have had showing us how much she loves her home of Kauai. I am from Oahu and wanted to share an experience with my husband the joy of ... more

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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment

Very Entertaining

2025/04/25 Families with Young Children SteveT

Cast and crew were excellent. Very entertaining and informative. Great for adults and kids. Fern Grotto should not be missed.

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue

Loved it

2025/04/21 Couples Kara

One of the best parts of our Kauai tour coming from both couples! They swapped our tour to give us the best experience which is surely was!

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Fun family experience

2025/04/04 Families Jeanie

We had a great time on the Mountain Tubing adventure. Our guide Uso was fun, knowledgeable about the area/history and very professional. Definitely recommend this experience!

Liko Kauai Snorkel Cruises - Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Sea Cave Adventure

Awesome day!

2025/04/02 Families Love Kauai

Captain Rob was amazing! Found a calm place to snorkel and thrilled us with many cave entries! The NaPali coast is surreal. All the crew was friendly and informative about Hawaiian culture, activities and safety. Was... more

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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Unforgettable experience

2025/04/02 Couples Shelby

I would not pass up the opportunity to go tubing! It was such a fun and unique experience. The tour guides were funny and very knowledgeable. Do not miss out on this!

Top 10 Best Things to Do in Kauai | Book Kauai Tours, Activities & Things to Do with HawaiiActivities.com
Enjoy the best activities that Kauai has to offer, rated the highest by our visitors. Don't settle for less than fabulous as you explore the most popular sights of this tropical paradise. Snorkel at Na Pali Coast, visit Waimea Canyon, explore the rugged landscape via ATV, soar over the lush greenery from a helicopter, and more! Witness the majesty of this island from every angle as you explore by air, sea, and land.