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Kauai's best family adventures

Discover the beauty of Kauai with our exciting activities. View majestic waterfalls or explore under the sea to find Kauai's hidden treasures. Then feast at a Luau and dine on kalua pig, haupia (coconut pudding) and other Hawaiian delicacies. Watch skilled performances of the hula and listen to stories of Kauai while watching the thrilling Samoan fire-knife dance. Kauai has a wide range of activities to make your vacation unforgettable!

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Land Activities

Zipline Adventures
Eco-Zipline Tours

An amazing Zipline adventure that combines zipping high above the tree tops with unique and exciting bridge walks! Experience not only the best zipline, but bridges, rappeling, monster swing, and rock wall climbing!

Starting at $75
Location: Lihue, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 2,3 or 4 hours
Availability: Mondays - Saturdays

Inner-Tubing Adventures
Inner-Tubing Through Kauai's Backcountry

Crusin, splashing, laughing! Hop in our 4 wheel-drive adventure vehicles and cruise through Kauai's pristine emerald green landscape of unused Sugar Plantations. Fully enjoying breathtaking vistas and some spectacular hidden scenery. Then don headlamps, grab a tube and jump in!

Starting at $100
Location: Lihue, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 3 hours
Availability: Daily

ATV Tours on Kauai
ATV Tours of Kauai

Hawaii's #1 ATV Tour! Guests return to us year after year because of our enthusiastic dedication to high standards of quality and service. Adventure lovers enjoy the thrills of our ATVs while nature lovers and photography enthusiasts enjoy our Rhino and Ranger passenger tours.

Starting at $120
Location: Lihue, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 3 or 4 hours
Availability: Daily

Kauai Horseback Riding
Kauai Horseback Riding Adventures

Saddle up for our south shore Kauai Horseback Riding adventures. Discover hidden valleys and panoramic views as you ride to secluded beaches and bays within this historic and legendary area. Experienced guides share Hawaiian legends along with local lore of this rugged and panoramic Mahaleapu area.

Starting at $103
Location: Koloa, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 2 or 3 hours
Availability: Daily

Luau
Smith Family Garden Luau

Join us in paradise near the sacred Wailua River, a place once reserved for Hawaiian royalty. Today, four generations of my family continue to honor that tradition with the most famous of Hawaiian celebrations, the luau. We welcome you to share the traditions of our island home and become part of our 'ohana.

Starting at $90
Location: Wailua, Kauai
Time: Evening
Duration: 4-5 hours
Availability: 3-5 days / week

Luau
Luau at the Grand Hyatt Kauai

An ideal event and celebration for the entire family. Join us for this exciting island tradition under Kaua'i stars and enjoy a Royal feast. Featuring an extensive menu for all tastes.

Starting at $90
Location: Poipu, Kauai
Time: Evening
Duration: 2.5 hours
Availability: Sundays, Thursdays

Luau
Luau at Kilohana Plantation

Luau Kalamaku is Kauai's only theatrical luau. In addition to wonderful food, you are treated to a full scale theater experience unlike any other. Hula dancers, fire poi ball twirlers, traditional Polynesian fire knife dancing and a vivid story line all combine for an unforgettable evening.

Starting at $90
Location: Lihue, Kauai
Time: Evening
Duration: Varies
Availability: Daily

South Pacific Kauai
South Pacific Dinner Theatre and Show

Come and enjoy an enchanted evening with us as we present Rodgers and Hammerstein's most popular classic, "SOUTH PACIFIC," as a Dinner Theater production. This production is one you do not want to miss!

Starting at $79
Location: Lihue, Kauai
Time: Evening
Duration: 4 hours
Availability: Every Wednesday

Pilates in Poipu
Pilates in Poipu

We are a fully equiped pilates studio located in sunny Poipu beach, just a short walk from the beach park. Choose from private, duet and group classes as well as outcall sessions and mat classes, whenever you like!

Starting at $18
Location: Poipu, Kauai
Time: Varies
Duration: 1 hour
Availability: Daily

Massage
In Condo Massage

Let us come to you! Most of our condos are "the" perfect setting for a day at the spa! Why not fully enjoy your breathtaking Kauai views & surroundings with an at home massage! Let us come to you... so you can simply melt away in your own condo!

Starting at $150
Location: Kauai
Time: Varies
Duration: 1.5 hours
Availability: Daily

iPhone
iPhone GPS Tour Guide

The Kauai GPS Tour Guide for the iPhone is a virtual tour guide that talks to you as you drive around Kauai! Using the GPS built into the iPhone, the Tour Guide knows exactly where you are and alerts you to hidden beaches, scenic lookouts, historic sites, hikes, farmers markets and many other Kauai attractions.

Starting at $5.95
Location: Kauai
Time: At your leaisure
Duration: As long as you drive
Availability: You need an iPhone

Water Activities

Na Pali Coast Boat Tour
Napali Coast Catamaran Sailing Adventures, South Shore

Explore Kauai's rugged Na Pali Coast by a luxury catamaran. You'll see spectacular sea cliffs, enchanting waterfalls and timeless lava tubes! Departs from Port Allen (25 minutes from Poipu, 75 minutes from Princeville).

Starting at $125
Location: South Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 5.5 hours
Availability: Daily

Na Pali Coast Boat Tour from Hanalei
Napali Coast Catamaran Sailing Adventures, North Shore

The ONLY Sailing Catamaran boat tours departing from Hanalei Bay on Kauai's North Shore. See the ancient volcanic emerald green cliffs of the Na Pali Coast rise above you while you experience close encounters with spinner dolphins leaping from the water under your feet splashing you with salt water!

Starting at $165 (Mar-April)
Location: Hanalei Bay, Kauai
Time: Mornings
Duration: 5.5 hours
Availability: Mondays - Fridays

Kauai Rafting Adventures
Zodiac Napali Coast & Snorkel Adventures, South Shore

The south shore's best zodiac & snorkel adventure, locally owned & operated by Marine Naturalists. So much to see from magnificent humpback whales, in season and playful spinner dolphins to snorkelling with exotic fish and green turtles. Departs from Kukuiula boat harbor - 5 minutes from Poipu.

Starting at $90
Location: Poipu, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 3 hours
Availability: Daily

Zodiac Boat Tours
Zodiac Napali Coast & Snorkel, North Shore Charters

Explore the spectacular wonders of the Na Pali Coast up close, on this 4 1/2 hour adventure. Our smooth sailing hard bottom zodiac boat makes for a sweet ride! Enjoy the full sensory overload of this majestic place! Jump in and experience awe! Departs from the north shore.

Starting at $130
Location: Anini Beach, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 4.5 hours
Availability: Daily

Kauai Kayaking
Kayaking Adventures

A half-day adventure perfect for kayakers of all ages and abilities. Take a two mile downwind paddle and hike lush jungle trails to secluded pools and waterfalls. Kick back and relax for ride back on our motorized canoe. Contact us today for the thrill of a lifetime!

Starting at $95
Location: South Kauai
Time: Mornings
Duration: 4.5 hours
Availability: Daily

Kauai Scuba Diving
Scuba with Kauai Down Under Dive Team

From Hawaiian Sea Turtles to Dragon Moray Eels, we know how to show you what is special about SCUBA diving in Kauai. Dive sites like Koloa Landing in Sunny Poipu and Tunnels Reef in Haena are nurseries for many colorful reef fish including triggerfish, surgeonfish, parrotfish, butterflyfish, and moray eels.

Starting at $75
Location: South/North Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 3 hours, 4.5 hours
Availability: Daily

Kauai North Shore Scuba Diving
North Shore Scuba Diving

North Shore Divers specialize in Kauai shore dives, turtle dives, shark dives, lava tube dives, night dives and boat dives. We love to go scuba diving in Kauai, Hawaii and you will to. Kauai Hawaii's ocean water is beautiful and full of different things to see.

Starting at $75
Location: North Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 3 hours
Availability: Daily

Kauai Sportfishing
Kauai Sportfishing

Shared fishing charters for every interest and budget. Within 15 minutes of leaving the slip, you'll be fishing some of the most productive big game waters on earth. Depending on the season, you can expect to catch Pacific Blue or Stripped Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Ahi, Ono and even an occasional Sailfish.

Starting at $160
Departs: Nawiliwili Harbour
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 4,6, or 8 hours
Availability: Daily

Kauai Surfing Lessons
Learn to Surf

Come join our Kauai surf school and catch some waves! Learning to surf is easy and fun with our professional staff, excellent equipment, and fun Kauai waves. Learn to surf in one easy lesson and have 2 hours of surfing fun! 2-3 people semi private surfing lessons.

Starting at $215
Location: Poipu, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 2 hours
Availability: Daily

Stand Up Paddle Lessons Kauai
Learn to Stand Up Paddle on the South Shore

Enjoy one of the newest water sports on Kauai - stand up paddle boarding! These boards are especially designed to be wider than the surfers' longboards making it easier to stand up. Soon you'll be having fun paddling your SUP board and gliding atop the ocean waters.

Starting at $85
Location: Poipu, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
Availability: Daily

Air Activities

Kauai Helicopter Tours
No Door Helicopter Tour

Looking for maximum adventure on your next vacation to Kauai, Hawaii?! Well then, don't miss out on the opportunity of flying in a Hughes 500 helicopter with guaranteed window seating! Go deep into the valleys of the Na Pali, see the Queen's bath, humpback whales and sea caves from above (seasonal).

Starting at $230
Location: Port Allen, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 60 mins
Availability: Daily

Kauai Helicopter Waterfall Tours
Exclusive Jurassic Park Waterfall Landing

A flight you're sure to remember awaits you! Climb aboard and witness the wonders of Kaua'i from the sky, all in one day! With two different tours to choose from, you can't go wrong. One takes you past all the major, natural attractions and the other puts you "in the mist" of the famous, 400 ft Jurassic Park Waterfall, where you will surely be amazed.

Starting at $285
Location: Lihue, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 90 mins
Availability: Daily

Kauai Airplane Tours
Kauai Airplane Tours

Climb aboard our new Australian made G8 AirVan for your personalized tour of the most beautiful landscape in the world! Soar through the Waimea Canyon, then catch your breath as the majestic cathedral spires of the NaPali are suddenly beneath you. See lovely Hanalei Bay and the numerous waterfalls of Hanalei Valley as well as the crater below Kauai's Mt. Wai'ale'ale.

Starting at $120
Location: Lihue, Kauai
Time: Morning/Afternoon
Duration: 65 mins
Availability: Daily