Kauai North Shore: Scenic Beaches and Trails

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Explore the scenic trails, beaches, and waterfalls of North Shore Kauai with Shaka Guide. Skip the tour bus and enjoy a guided tour at your own pace with turn-by-turn directions and captivating stories.

Duration: 2 days

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

North Shore Kauai GPS Driving Tour

Kalalea Mountain - Stop here to admire the mountain side that features a strikingly familiar face.
Moloa’a Beach - The scenic Moloa’a Beach is perfect for a leisurely walk or a bit of swimming and boogie boarding when the sea is calm.
Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge - Visit at the right moment and…

North Shore Kauai GPS Driving Tour

Kalalea Mountain - Stop here to admire the mountain side that features a strikingly familiar face.

Moloa’a Beach - The scenic Moloa’a Beach is perfect for a leisurely walk or a bit of swimming and boogie boarding when the sea is calm.

Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge - Visit at the right moment and you might spot spinner dolphins and monk seals in the ocean!

Kahili Quarry Beach - Revel in the beauty and adventure opportunities here!

Christ Memorial Episcopal Church - Take in the view of the classic lava rock facade of Christ Memorial Episcopal Church in Kilauea, on Kauai’s north shore.

Secret Beach - Discover a vast white sand beach that remains relatively undiscovered.

Anini Beach - Anini Beach features Hawaii’s largest coral reef and is ideal for children or those less experienced in swimming.

Hanalei Valley Lookout - Be captivated by the breathtaking view of Hanalei Valley. It’s a fantastic spot for a photo!

Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge - Explore this must-visit location nestled on a working wetland taro farm on Kauai's stunning North Shore. **Okolehao Hiking Trailhead** - Stop by for a lovely overlook of the Hanalei Valley. **Hanalei** - Discover more about Hanalei, a charming little town and the last major town in north Kauai. **Kahalahala Beach** - Venture through a forested area to emerge at a stunning pristine beach! **Lumaha'i Beach** - This beautiful, expansive white sand beach is one of Kauai's most stunning. **Tunnels Beach** - Delight in exploring underwater lava tubes teeming with sea life! **Haena Beach** - Visit this iconic beach and look for the remnants of an old lava tube, a testament to Kauai’s volcanic history! **Limahuli Garden and Preserve** - This garden is a wonderful place to learn about Hawaiian culture and native plants! **Ke'e Beach** - Witness the beauty of this special spot at sunset! **Kalalau Trail** - Discover why Kalalau Trail is considered one of the best hikes on Kauai! **Wainiha Valley** - Uncover the legend of Wainiha Valley and its connection to the Goddess Pele from ancient times. **Waioli Hui`ia Church - Learn about this historic shingled church, built in the American Gothic style, featuring a belfry tower that houses the old Mission Bell. Hanalei Pier - Relax at this popular gathering spot for both locals and visitors to enjoy the serene Hanalei Bay. Hanalei River - The one-lane Hanalei Bridge offers a nostalgic and cherished entry into the quaint town of Hanalei and the celebrated Hanalei Bay.

### North Shore Kauai Audio Driving Tour Kalalea Mountain** - Stop here to admire the mountain side that features a strikingly familiar face.

What's Included

Take the tour when you want
Tours NEVER expire
Freedom to explore at your own pace
Tour Start is Customizable
Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive

What's Not Included

Parking fees
Attraction entrance fees
Meals
Car rental
Crowded tour bus

Additional Information

Explore Kauai’s scenic north shore with Shaka Guide and visit the beautiful beaches, gorgeous hiking trails and even a hidden waterfall. You will love the gripping stories we tell of this unique island.
Skip the tour bus and explore Kauai at your own pace for a fraction of the cost. Shaka Guide’s North Shore Kauai Tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn…

Skip the tour bus and explore Kauai at your own pace for a fraction of the cost. Shaka Guide’s North Shore Kauai Tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots!

Shaka Guide is the #1-rated app for Kauai with over 2K reviews on the App Store and Google Play Store!

WHY SHAKA GUIDE:

✅ Tours never expire.
✅ Tour work offline. No data needed.
✅ Reliable GPS directions.
✅ A guided tour for a fraction of the price.
✅ Save time planning! We’ve done the work for you.
✅ Your vacation, your terms — freedom to stop and go as you please.
✅ The #1-rated travel app for Maui.
✅ Listen to interesting stories and Hawaiian music!

Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.

Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”

Location

Kapaʻa

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Whitney_c

Mar 26, 2025

Shaka Guide great for whole family - Fantastic tour to see the island. Our family of 5 (Mom, Dad and kids 13, 10, and 5) really enjoyed having this tour guide. The kids especially loved the folklore stories, Mom and Dad appreciated the interactive GPS/map and directions along with doing the work of deciding what spots on the island are worth visiting. We will absolutely use Shaka guide again for future vacations to new locations!

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D9163txericam

Jun 5, 2024

Great Audio Tour Experience on the North Shore - We love Shaka Guide! This was our second tour on Kauai with this app. The tours are entertaining and informative. You see places that are off the beaten path. We were in & out of rain the day we did the North Shore tour, but the views were beautiful. I wouldn't pass on the lighthouse, as we felt it was a must see. Just make sure to book your pass BEFORE you go, same with the state park. We had such luck with the Kauai tours, we are going to be using the app for some tours of national parks this summer too.

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Tricia

Dec 11, 2023

Fun and educational video tour! - The North shore driving tour was so much fun. We were able to see sites that we would never have known existed. The video tour guide explained so many wonderful things about the Island and the stories were fun and educational! I highly recommend doing the North shore video tour!!

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Niki_c

Aug 2, 2023

Excellent investment—awesome value! - If you have a car and want to see some cool spots without booking something with a large group, this audio tour is absolutely the way to go. We found some amazing spots due to this app, and even though there were times when our cell signal waned, we still had the guide talking to us and telling where to turn and giving tips and trips on cool things to do. Just be sure you download everything and do the tutorial before you go so you know how to get started. You’ll be using the map/GPS on the app once you arrive at one of the starting points. So that’s the only thing that makes it a little tricky. The suggestion for a hands-free holder in the car is a great one—or a really good passenger navigator. We got great pics and there were awesome stops all along the way. We didn’t have the parking permit so we turned around at Hanalei but it was still a fantastic tour!!

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Michael_p

Feb 2, 2023

Great tour. Enjoyed - This was money well spent. Enjoyed the multiple stops and stories. This was our 4th trip to Kauai and we learned many new things on this tour.

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Robert_e

Nov 8, 2022

Enjoyed listening to the... - Enjoyed listening to the music and stories along the way made the trip so enjoyable. The roads we took let us see more than we would have just staying on the main highway.

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Jackson_b

Jan 28, 2022

It really brought you... - It really brought you through the entire north shore. I think this is the best way to see the entire island

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Petepaw

Dec 27, 2021

See things that you'd otherwise miss! - Great app! FYI, there are not multiple 'starting points', but only one starting point. We drove to an alternative starting point to begin the tour, and the first thing it did was...send us to the other starting point! lol Hey, we were in Hawaii, and it was beautiful, but I'd recommend that they make it clearer. I still give the app 5 stars because even though it was the first Shaka tour we did, we quickly figured out how to maximize the app, and it was very enjoyable. You can go here or there and use it as you like. Stories are fun, and interesting, and show you things that you'd otherwise miss. Well worth the cost! We ended up getting a second for a different part of the island. Even if you are vaccinated (as we were), I’d recommend waiting on a trip to Hawaii until the Covid-related mandates are lifted, as they clearly diminished Hawaii’s “Aloha” spirit. Also, be aware that various amenities are missing and mask mandates are extensive, and extend even to the outdoors (truly, and in practice). You absolutely should not go if you are not vaccinated as most businesses will deny you entry.

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Dannyjamieb

Oct 27, 2021

Great way to explore on your own - We got this audio car tour on a whim. We were just looking for something to do on a free day. I must say that I didn’t really expect too much but it really delivered. You can take as long doing this tour as you want, it just tracks your gps and picks up wherever you are on the map. It also gives some local history, one place it tells you to drive up and look at Kong mountain, which was cool but up that road was a man selling fresh mango bread so we decided to stop and it was amazing so glad we got some, also the gentleman selling the bread was so friendly and fun to talk to. I will say if you are going to do one of these tours just get it in advance and see where the stops will be and if you need to purchase entry or get an appointment. We weren’t able to get in to a couple places like the lighthouse but we were able to go to the lookout which had beautiful views. Other than that it was a lot of fun and took us places We would never have found on our own. I would definitely purchase again for other areas or islands.

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Aerodave

May 7, 2024

Inconsistent and wasted time. - Inconsistent. Trouble getting started on one tour. Had to re-download one of the tours, entire process to determine what was wrong and reset took 30 min. The Kapaa tour failed. Tried downloading again and it failed. Again, wasted time, this time an hour. In my humble opinion, better software development would fix the issues we experienced. Advise against spending your time with these.

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