Top Kauai Cultural Tours

Experience the natural splendor of Kauai’s Waimea Canyon on this guided tour. Learn about the fascinating geologic history of the ‘Grand Canyon of the Pacific,’ and stop at several vista points along the way for great photos. Visit the historic island town of Hanapepe and see highlights of the southern coast, including Spouting Horn blowhole.

Skip the group walking tours and travel through Kauai with your own personal travel guide. With this bundle of four audio tours, you can hit the Garden Island’s most scenic spots, historic sites, and magnificent beaches when you like, as you like, learning and discovering as you go. Using GPS for turn-by-turn guidance, you’ll be able to travel like there’s a tour guide in your pocket—because there is.

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.

Get great views—and see far more than would be possible from land—by taking to the Kauai skies on this small-group helicopter tour. You'll cover the island's most important attractions as you soar over landscapes made famous by movies; the high sea cliffs of the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, waterfalls and more.

Discover the stunning beauty and fascinating history of Kauai on this full-day tour of the island’s natural attractions. See the breathtaking expanse of Waimea Canyon and float through tropical paradise with a Wailua River cruise. Relax in a comfortable air-conditioned coach as your local guide narrates the passing sites and shares tales from Kauai’s rich history. Keep your camera ready for many vista points and photos stops along the way!

Discover the passion and flavors of Hawaii at Luau Kalamaku! Savor a buffet of traditional Hawaiian favorites, beginning with an imu roast pig ceremony. You’ll then be dazzled by a talented troupe of dancers and musicians as they enact legends from Hawaii’s history. The enchanted entertainment includes Polynesian hula dancers, flame throwers and a parade of colorful costumes for a night out in Kauai you won’t soon forget.

Enjoy an enchanted evening in Kauai with a gourmet dinner followed by one of the top-rated luaus on the island! Kick off the night with a Champagne reception and lei greeting at the historic Kilohana Plantation, then settle into a four-course meal of island favorites. After dinner, take in the mesmerizing Luau Kalamaku as dancers, fire-twirlers and musicians enact the story of the first Tahitian voyage to Hawaii. Your premier seat will provide a great view of all the vibrant action.

Seventeen miles of sea arches, hidden caves, and spectacular shoreline, witnessing the Na Pali coast is a must on any visit to Kauai. On this tour, you’ll get to truly sink it in, exploring the waters’ length via power catamaran, searching for dolphins and humpback whales (if its the right seaon), stopping for an al fresco dinner, and toasting to Kauai’s “Garden Isle” beauty while the sun falls behind Na Pali’s horizon.

Avoid crowds and embark on a Kauai snorkeling tour that limits group size to six people. Head for Kauai’s pristine south shore reefs to see tropical fish, sea urchins, and sea mammals. You may also see a turtle nesting on the beach or a Hawaiian monk seal basking in the sun.

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.

Join our professional and fun guide with over 15 years of experience on a 6 hour sightseeing tour on the South & East coast of Kauai. Take the day off from driving, kick back and marvel at the beauty of the Garden Isle from its pacific blue waters to waterfalls and ancient ruins. Immerse yourself in the natural and cultural history of Hawaii as your guide brings all the sights to life with fascinating stories, legends and fun facts from the past to modern times. Public tours available on Monday and Friday. Private tours available on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. Why book with us? - Boutique family owned and operated business - Small groups for an intimate experience. Never to exceed 13. - Comfortable air conditioned van with large viewing windows. - Live narrations throughout the day. All stops described under "What to Expect"

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.

Spend a delightful day exploring the natural and cultural wonders of Kauai on this shore excursion featuring the magnificent Wailua River and Fern Grotto. As you cruise down the sacred Wailua River and soak up the serene beauty of Fern Grotto hear about the sacred capital of ancient Kauai and the birth place of the island's ali'i, or royalty.

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.

Our Hawaiian family takes great pride in sharing Hanalei’s rich history and culture with you. Our ocean-river combo tour departs from our private dock in Hanalei and will take you to a hidden beach. Learn to snorkel in the clear blue Pacific amongst our abundant marine life. Or simply swim, “talk story” and relax on the beach.

Combine the convenience of a guided tour with the flexibility of independent travel. This app-based audio tour leads you to some of Kauai's most impressive forests and waterfalls, as well as ancient Hawaiian temples. Enjoy turn-by-turn directions, information on what to look for and where to explore and interesting stories and legends that bring the landscape to life.

On Kauai, it’s important to explore with “malama aina” in mind—a Hawaiian term that roughly translates to “caring for the land.” There’s no better way to do so than to explore with a native Hawaiian, and that’s exactly what you’ll do on this tour. Traveling from waterfall to waterfall, from coffee farm to overlook, you’ll get a deep, thorough look at Kauai’s culture and immaculate beauty.

See Kauai through the lens of Hollywood on this guided movie tour! Explore the island’s historic towns and natural wonders that have made starring appearances on many TV shows and films. Watch clips of scenes filmed on Kauai as you travel aboard a comfortable coach to more than a dozen filming locations. Delicious lunch at a local restaurant is included on your 6-hour tour.

Discover Kauai’s highlights and hidden gems on a full-day private tour that offer a personal glimpse of the island’s local culture and history. Navigate the Garden Isle in a private minivan, and feel the mist from a pair of beautiful waterfalls. Look out to sea from the Kilauea Lighthouse and Hanalei Bay, and watch for whales and endangered geese at a wildlife refuge. Visit Kauai hidden beaches and ancient sites and learn about Kauai's history and local culture along the way.

Experience the true beauty of Kauai’s backcountry away from the crowds on this private 4x4 and hiking adventure led by the self-proclaimed “Hawaiian Dundee.” Your guide will tailor a route based on your interests and abilities, leading you past lush jungle landscapes, hidden beaches, tropical waterfalls, sacred Hawaiian sites, and mountain peaks featured in Hollywood movies.

Kauai is filled with beautiful places and attractions but tackling them all on your own time can feel like a daunting task. Make your vacation fun with this Kauai East Side and North Shore Private Tour. This private tour packs in stops at Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, Wailua River, Opaeka'a Falls, Kauai Hindu Monastery, Anahola, Moloa'a Beach, and more in just one day.

Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive island-hopping tour. Indulge on your vacation and leave the planning to us! Interisland roundtrip airfare from Oahu to Kauai, roundtrip transportation from the Lihue Airport (LIH), a sightseeing land tour and lunch. Discover why Kauai’s natural splendor is the scenic backdrop for so many blockbuster movies and TV shows. Travel through the heart of the garden island, engulfed by vast rainforests and mountainous valleys to arrive at the most famous filming locales. Stroll down iconic Hanalei Pier surrounded by miles of ocean and clear skies. Behold Opaeka'a, a beautiful 151-foot waterfall, and birds-eye view of the tranquil Wailua river. View clips from the comfort of your mini coach at each location. Explore historic Hanalei Town and have lunch on your own. Visit local hot spot Tahiti Nui where the movie “The Descendants” was filmed.

If you’re set on exploring Kauai on your own and at your own pace but don’t know the area well, this Kauai North Shore Audio 2-Day Driving Tour is the perfect pick. Follow the turn-by-turn directions around the island as you stop at some of the most exciting views, landmarks, and sites. Plus, you’ll hear commentary along the way accompanied by Hawaiian music, too.

Nicknamed the “Garden Isle,” Kauai is the oldest of Hawaii’s main islands, giving it time to become the lush oasis it is today. On this tour, you’ll experience its western wonders, from the Grand Canyon of the Pacific—and the 800-foot Waipoo Falls—to the largest coffee orchard in the country. You’ll feed chickens, cross historic swinging bridges, taste local foods, and walk away understanding Hawaii’s greatest legends.