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Plan Your Kauai Vacation

The soaring Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon and Hanalei Bay — Kauai is Hawaii’s greenest, most dramatic island. Book Kauai adventures below, or let a specialist plan your trip.

Lush, wild and breathtaking, Kauai is made for nature lovers. Cruise or hike the cathedral cliffs of the Na Pali Coast, peer into “the Grand Canyon of the Pacific” at Waimea, relax on Hanalei Bay and chase waterfalls — then book the best Kauai tours below.

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Kauai: NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia KViator
Kauai: NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia K
★ 4.9 (2,062) · 5 hr
From $227See details & book
Kauai Private Doors Off Helicopter Tour: Ultimate WaterfallsViator
Kauai Private Doors Off Helicopter Tour: Ultimate Waterfalls
★ 5.0 (1,800) · 1.3 hr
From $425See details & book
Kauai: Luau Ka Hikina Admission with Dinner and Lei GreetingViator
Kauai: Luau Ka Hikina Admission with Dinner and Lei Greeting
★ 4.6 (853) · 2.4 hr
From $183See details & book
Kauai Deluxe Sightseeing FlightViator
Kauai Deluxe Sightseeing Flight
★ 4.9 (2,405) · 1.1 hr
From $159See details & book
Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and SnorkelingViator
Kauai: Nā Pali Coast Zodiac Raft Expedition and Snorkeling
★ 4.9 (962) · 4 hr
From $255See details & book
Kauai: Na Pali Coast Power CatamaranViator
Kauai: Na Pali Coast Power Catamaran
★ 5.0 (826) · 4.5 hr
From $275See details & book
Wailua Nui Luau at Kauai Hilton Garden InnViator
Wailua Nui Luau at Kauai Hilton Garden Inn
★ 4.5 (148) · 3 hr
From $175See details & book
Kauai: Deluxe Na Pali Sunset Cruise aboard Lucky LadyViator
Kauai: Deluxe Na Pali Sunset Cruise aboard Lucky Lady
★ 4.7 (1,613) · 5 hr
From $223See details & book
Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window SeatsViator
Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats
★ 4.8 (2,106) · 1.1 hr
From $159See details & book
Kauai: Luau Kalamaku with Buffet Dinner and ShowViator
Kauai: Luau Kalamaku with Buffet Dinner and Show
★ 4.3 (1,832) · 4 hr
From $187See details & book
60-Minute Doors-Off MD500 KAUAI HELICOPTER ADVENTUREViator
60-Minute Doors-Off MD500 KAUAI HELICOPTER ADVENTURE
★ 4.8 (426) · 2 hr
From $460See details & book
Kauai: Deluxe Na Pali Snorkel Cruise aboard Lucky LadyViator
Kauai: Deluxe Na Pali Snorkel Cruise aboard Lucky Lady
★ 4.7 (1,643) · 5.5 hr
From $234See details & book

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Top Things to Do on Kauai

Top attractions and things to do on Kauai, Hawaii
1. Na Pali Coast — Cathedral sea cliffs by boat, kayak or helicopter.
2. Waimea Canyon — “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific.”
3. Hanalei Bay — A crescent bay ringed by green mountains.
4. Wailua Falls & Fern Grotto — Twin falls and a lush river grotto.
5. Poipu Beach — Sunny South Shore snorkeling and monk seals.
6. Kilauea Lighthouse — Cliff-top seabird refuge and ocean views.
7. Tubing & Ziplines — Old plantation canals and rainforest zips.

Popular Kauai Experiences

  • Na Pali boat tours
  • Waimea Canyon tours
  • Helicopter flightseeing
  • Tubing the plantation canals
  • Snorkel & SUP
  • River kayak to falls
  • Ziplining
  • Sunset catamaran sails

Best time to visit: Year-round; drier April–October, greenest after winter rains. North Shore best in summer.

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Kauai Travel — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to see the Na Pali Coast?

By boat or catamaran in summer, by helicopter year-round, or on foot via the Kalalau Trail — book boat & air tours above.

Is Kauai good for families?

Yes — gentle Poipu beaches, tubing, easy hikes and boat tours suit all ages.

Which side of Kauai should I stay on?

South (Poipu) for sun, North (Princeville/Hanalei) for scenery — a specialist can match you; get quotes above.

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