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Waimea Canyon Tour: Explore Kauai's Natural Beauty
4.6
487 Ratings
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Discover Waimea Canyon’s grandeur, stroll Koke’e Park, savor Kauai coffee, and witness Spouting Horn’s power on this guided tour.
Discover Waimea Canyon’s grandeur, stroll Koke’e Park, savor Kauai coffee, and witness Spouting Horn’s power on this guided tour.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Spouting Horn - Waves crash and send impressive jets of saltwater through the lava rock, making it one of Kauai’s most photographed spots.
- Hanapepe Valley Lookout - Enjoy sweeping views of a valley lush with trees and wild green sugarcane. Hanapepe was visited by the renowned explorer Charles Wilkes in 1840.
- Swinging Bridge - This…
- Spouting Horn - Waves crash and send impressive jets of saltwater through the lava rock, making it one of Kauai’s most photographed spots.
- Hanapepe Valley Lookout - Enjoy sweeping views of a valley lush with trees and wild green sugarcane. Hanapepe was visited by the renowned explorer Charles Wilkes in 1840.
- Swinging Bridge - This suspension bridge, constructed in the early 1900s, was designed for residents to cross the river.
- Waimea - Steeped in the history of the paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy), Waimea is a peaceful town with charming shops and eateries.
- Waimea Canyon State Park - Offers breathtaking views of deep valley gorges with striking red soil covered in greenery, earning it the nickname “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” The Waimea Canyon Lookout will be closed from 4/14/25 to approximately 12/8/25 for slope and foundation repairs. Pu‘uhinahina Lookout, already part of the itinerary, will now serve as the main canyon viewpoint. Timing will be adjusted slightly to allow more time at other highlights along the route.
- Koke’e State Park - Enjoy a delicious lunch at Koke’e Lodge with a 10% discount for Polynesian Adventure guests. A $3 donation to the Koke’e Natural History Museum, supporting preservation efforts, is included in your honor.
Take a leisurely walk down a nature trail in Koke’e State Park, surrounded by native Hawaiian flora and fauna. The first part of the hike is a gentle uphill walk for about 30 yards, then the path levels out, following the hill’s contours.
- Pu’u Hina Hina - A lookout point for Waimea Canyon.
- Kekaha Beach Park - Unwind and enjoy the warm sand at this popular beach.
- Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park - A historical trading site established by Russians during their brief stay in Hawaii in 1815.
- Kauai Coffee Company - Visit the largest coffee farm in the United States at the Kauai Coffee Estate and savor a rich cup of the renowned Kauai coffee.
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at specific Kauai Hotels
- Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick-up and drop-off at specific Kauai Hotels
- Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Port pick-up and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Port pick-up and drop-off
- Lunch
Additional Information
Mark Twain referred to Waimea Canyon as the ‘Pacific’s Grand Canyon’. Get a personal encounter with nature’s magnificence during this guided trip with live commentary. Behold the reddish cliffs of Waimea Canyon and take a short stroll along a winding trail in the lush Koke’e State Park. Tour a coffee farm and taste authentic Kauai coffee. Observe the…
Mark Twain referred to Waimea Canyon as the ‘Pacific’s Grand Canyon’. Get a personal encounter with nature’s magnificence during this guided trip with live commentary. Behold the reddish cliffs of Waimea Canyon and take a short stroll along a winding trail in the lush Koke’e State Park. Tour a coffee farm and taste authentic Kauai coffee. Observe the formidable force of nature at the Spouting Horn.
- Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.
Location
Spouting Horn
South Shore,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(487 Ratings)
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Evgenia_s
Jul 24, 2025
Another day in paradise - The guide was very good. The whole day around the island. Pls agree about pick up time. Don’t recommend pick up at the airport
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595svetlanan
Jul 23, 2025
- Great experience! Perfect pace for all places we have visited. Portuguese bean soup just perfect. Highly recommended to order. Fun!!!
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Esther
Jun 28, 2025
Waimea - We traveled with Sabrina who accompanied us around the island visiting the most beautiful places. He told us stories about the Island, about the cities and about the food. Beautiful landscapes. A 10 excursion
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Drew_g
Jun 25, 2025
Really full tour - We saw so much on this trip. John was a great guide and went out of his way to make the trip special! This is a definite must do trip.
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Evelyn_c
Jun 24, 2025
Tour of Kauai in a day - This is a well run tour of Waimea Canyon with plenty of food breaks. The lunch break was 1.5 hr on your own.. There was time for lunch, a brief hike and visit to a museum. There were stops at Kauai coffee plantation, Hanapepe, the Hanging bridge, Koke and lots of food stops on the way. Our guide has a background in botany as she had previously worked at the National Topical Garden and was able to tell us a lot about the native plants. Very well done. On the way down the Canyon she showed video clips highlighting Kauai. The yoga clip could have been cut but the others were okay. I'd suggest that she keep the clips on marine life and other nature related parts, but skip the cartoons which was not informative about Kauai.
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Necia_s
Jun 20, 2025
The Way of the Land! Do this first!!! - Informative! Entertaining! Beautiful scenery! Our Guide provided fun -facts, cultural, historical, personal Talk Stories; very Comprehensive! An excellent early arrival day tour on the West to South Shore in a spacious & comfortable bus. Relax & enjoy! An Aloha day!
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Pharmnicki
Jun 18, 2025
Best tour - Kanae was an amazing guide! So much history, so much culture and a ton of fun! Take this tour and learn all about this amazing island and its people.
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913maddiea
Jun 5, 2025
So amazing!!! - We had Rosario & it was amazing! He did such a great job touring and initiating the excursions we went on! We went on a boat down the river & saw many waterfalls. We also went to Waymein Caynon & the Coffee plantation and spouting hole! So amazing!
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Chris_a
Jul 24, 2025
Gods beauty - Beautiful sites. Fun day for the family. We would recommend it! The last stop eating Jo Jo’s shaved ice was delicious yet area was rather rough/shady.
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Mathivathani_s
Jun 23, 2025
Trip was good. On time... - The trip was enjoyable overall. Pickup and drop-off were on time, and our tour guide Sabrina was excellent. she shared the history of Kauaʻi in a very engaging and informative way.
However, lunch at Kokeʻe State Park was a bit disappointing. There were very limited food options, and despite offering more than a 10% discount, there were no fish, shrimp, or chicken dishes available. It would be great if you could consider other lunch stop options, such as Waimea, where more variety might be available.
Additionally, Kekaha Beach Park was not included in the tour, and the Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park was not shown either. we were told it’s closed. If these sites are no longer part of the tour, please consider removing them from the listing, as it can be misleading and disappointing for travelers.
Aside from these points, everything else was well organized and enjoyable. Thank you.
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