Top Kauai Art & Culture Classes

Explore the tropical waters of the Hanalei River and Hanalei Bay on this guided kayak and snorkeling tour. Paddle through the lush tropical surroundings as you make your way down the Hanalei River out into the open Hanalei Bay, where you can glimpse the famous cliffs of Makana Peak (also known as Bali Hai). Snorkel through the marvelous underwater world of the Bay Reef Lagoon, home to sea turtles and brightly colored tropical fish.

I am a Hawaii artist with many years of experience as a painter and teacher. My artwork hangs in homes and offices throughout the state and across the mainland and Europe. I'm from Hawaii, growing up in Waikiki and moving to Kauai in 1974. My knowledge of the Hawaiian culture and the island of Kauai has a deep influence of how I paint and teach. I want to share my love of our local scenery, wildlife, people and plants, which are a never-ending source of inspiration. I'd be honored to share my art experience with you and help you on your creative journey. E komo mai! Welcome!

This is an engaging hands-on class that is suitable for ages 7 and up. You’ll learn all about crystals from where they are found to how to choose and work with one for yourself. This class is perfect for those who are curious about crystals and those who would like to further expand their knowledge. You won't look at crystals the same after leaving this class!

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind way to capture your Hawaii vacation with this private photo shoot experience. Choose a start time that works best for you, meet your guide at the picturesque Kealia Beach, and get prepped with wardrobe, hair, and makeup adjustments. Then, take to the waves: your professional photographer guide will capture photos of you playing in the ocean, and you’ll receive five portrait shots after the excursion.

Feel like a real princess for half a day by dressing up in a fabulous gown and posing for souvenir photos you’ll want to display at home. Hawaii provides the perfect backdrop for a fairytale photoshoot. Meet your photographer at Kealia Beach or another location on Kauai to experience the photoshoot of your dreams. Couples can also be accommodated.

Explore the rugged paradise of Kauai on a private, 5-hour tour. Venture off the beaten path to experience stunning beaches, cascading waterfalls and fantastic mountain vistas, including from the rim of the majestic Waimea Canyon. See the Spouting Horn blowhole, swim at Poipu Beach, and opt for a picnic lunch on the beach. A friendly local driver and guide can customize the itinerary to suit your preferences for an unforgettable island adventure.

Get up close and personal with the spectacular scenery of Hanalei Bay—and enjoy an active way to explore—on this two-in-one, half-day tour. Begin with a kayaking trip along the Hanalei River before heading onto the Bay to soak up the scenery, spy sea turtles, and more. Then, swap your kayak for a snorkel for an underwater nature expedition. Finally, unwind with lunch on the beach.

Explore the natural beauty of Kauai on a 5-hour tour that combines a lovely kayaking trip with an moderately easy hike to Uluwehi Falls, also known as Secret Falls. Your experienced guide provides a paddling lesson and guided kayak tour in the Wailua River Valley, following gorgeous waterways through the lush Kauai landscape. Then hop out of your kayaks and take a 45-minute hike to Secret Falls where you can cool off in the clear waters before returning to the Wailua marina the way you came.

Swap the big, crowded tour buses for a personalized experience of Kauai. This private tour is exclusively for your party and takes you to some of Kauai's most scenic spots. You'll start by visiting the Waimea Canyon where a short walk on a nature trail takes you to the very edge of the canyon. Afterward, you'll head for the south side to see Spouting Horn, Poipu Beach and the Makauwahi Sinkhole Cave.

Spend a whole day exploring the best of Kauai’s beauty and culture on a tour combining land, water, and aerial sightseeing. Skip the car rental and let a local driver and guide show you the Garden Isle’s top sights, from romantic Hanalei Bay and the Kilauea Lighthouse to a bird sanctuary and historic sugar cane plantations. Catch a boat up the Wailua River to the Fern Grotto for a traditional hula show.

Make the most of your time in the birthplace of surfing by learning to surf, Hawaiian style. In a small group of no more than five people per instructor, you will learn the fundamentals of surfing and ocean safety before getting into the water to ride your first wave. Lessons are timed to avoid crowds so you can enjoy plenty of space.

Explore the world beneath the waves on Kauai’s southern coast on this diving excursion. In a small group of no more than seven guests, head out aboard a zodiac and get ready to dive into the calm waters. You may encounter occasional dolphins as well as an abundance of Hawaiian reef fish, pristine coral formations and Hawaiian green sea turtles.

Embark on a Garden Isle adventure with a half-day kayak trip on Kauai’s legendary Wailua River. Paddle through lush tropical landscape with a guide, passing a traditional Hawaiian village and learning about the river’s ancient, sacred history along the way. Feel like an island explorer as you hike to a sparkling waterfall.