For further information, please speak with the front desk team who will be happy to pass on their local advice and knowledge of the best places to visit.
Sky Adventures
Perhaps the best way to see all that Kaui and Hanalei Bay has to offer is by air. Look down upon every single mountain, canyon, waterfall and all the gorgeous plant life.
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Experience the majestic Manawaiopuna Falls, as seen in the film, “Jurassic Park.” Much of Kauai’s beauty is not accessible by car; therefore an aerial tour is the perfect way to enjoy all the hidden wonders of the island.
There are a few air tours that depart from Hanapepe and Princeville near the Resort, with most of them operating out of Lihue. Make sure to sit back, relax and let the extremely experienced and knowledgeable pilots take you on an experience you won’t forget. Plane and Helicopter tours are available. Helicopter tours allow seating for 3-6 not including the pilot and they are known for their smooth handling, comfort, and excellent safety. All seats are window seats and have perfect 180 degree visibility. These tours can be from 45 minutes to an hour and a half. To truly see everything the island of Kauai has to offer, an air tour is a must on your vacation.
Sunset Dinner Cruise
Kauai’s North Shore is known for having some of the most awe-inspiring cliffs and mountains in Hawaii. One of the best vantage points to take in the scenery is from the ocean. There is nothing more relaxing and comfortable than a short sunset cruise or boat tour.
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Spend a part of your day soaking in the sun from the North Coast as dolphins and sea turtles swim by. You may even be lucky enough to see humpback whales playing during some months. Experienced crew members will make sure of a safe and peaceful ride, as well as making it a priority to share the history and geography of the island to vacationers. Whether your embarking on a site-seeing journey of the seas or taking a wonderful sunset cruise, the exploration of Kauai’s North Shore may be the highlight of your vacation.
Hiking
Since 90% of Kauai is not accessible by road, hiking is one of the best ways to see the island’s natural magnificence first-hand. There are many trails to explore but one of the most famous is the challenging 11-mile Kalalau trail along the Napali Coast. Most people limit their hike to the first two miles, which leads to Hanakapai Beach.
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No matter where you hike on the island, you’ll be treated to fantastic views of Kauai’s North Shore. On the West Side of the island, hiking trails spread across 4,325 acres, and lead to state parks with perfect lookout points. Visit the concierge or the Kokee Natural History Museum to speak to knowledgeable staff and plan out your hike. Always hike safely and make sure to take advantage of all safety tips and guidelines. Maps are available through the Department of Land and Natural Resources and the Division of State Parks.
When hiking on Kauai, be sure to be prepared with these essentials:
– Good hiking shoes with tread
– Light pants to keep cool or shorts (but beware that you may get scratches from branches)
– Light shirt to keep cool
– Light rain jacket and mosquito repellent (especially if you are going into rain forests or valleys)
– Backpack with enough water, lunch and sunscreen (depending on length and intensity of hike)
– Cell phone
For longer, tougher hikes you may want to also include:
– Work gloves
– Sweater
– First Aid Kit
– Additional water and food
– Flashlight
– Compass
– Map
For safety reasons, DO NOT hike alone if at all possible, but if you must, make sure to tell someone where you are going. DO NOT drink water from freshwater ponds or streams you may encounter during your hike. Avoid entering streams or ponds with open cuts. Stick to the trail and follow trail head markers to avoid getting lost. With a little preparation, your Kauai hike will reap unforgettable rewards.
Luau
One cannot go a lifetime without enjoying a true Hawaiian Luau. The grand festivity of food, entertainment and Polynesian culture, will be a memory that will last forever. A sunset is the perfect time for a traditional Hawaiian luau in Kauai.
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Dine on the traditional kalua pig cooked in an imu (earth oven), haupia (coconut pudding) and poi (Hawaiian taro starch). Then let your senses be overwhelmed under the stars while you listen to live music and watch expert performances of the hula telling stories of Kauai. Every Luau is different, ranging from the frenetic Tahitian dance to the thrilling Samoan fire-knife dance.
ATV Rides
The lush beauty of Kauai’s North Shore isn’t just for admiring from afar. Get your adrenaline pumping and immerse yourself in hidden wonders with an exhilarating ATV adventure! Kauai offers incredible off-road experiences that cater to both thrill-seekers and nature lovers.
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Unforgettable Trails Include:
- Kipu Ranch Adventures: Journey through 3,000 acres of historic cattle ranch land with Kipu Ranch Adventures. Traverse diverse landscapes, climb rolling hills, and discover hidden valleys, all while learning about the ranch’s rich history and local legends.
- Grove Farm: Explore thousands of acres on historic Grove Farm terrain. Cruise past breathtaking ocean views, lush valleys, and hidden waterfalls. You might even catch a glimpse of unique island wildlife!
- Koloa Sugar Mill & Beyond: Discover remnants of Kauai’s sugar cane industry at the Koloa Sugar Mill. Navigate through diverse terrains, including tropical forests, red dirt roads, and historic sites like the WWII-era Hilary bunkers.
Movie Location Tours
Kauai isn’t just a stunning island paradise; it’s also a hidden gem of the silver screen. With its diverse landscapes and captivating beauty, Kauai has lured filmmakers for decades, becoming the backdrop for countless Hollywood hits. Now, you have the chance to step onto the sets of your favorite movies with a thrilling Kauai Movie Tour!
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- Relive the romance: Follow Harrison Ford and Anne Heche’s footsteps in “Six Days and Seven Nights,” where you’ll see where their plane crash-landed and their love story blossomed.
- Channel your inner Gilligan: Explore the hidden beaches and lush backdrops that made “Gilligan’s Island” feel so remote and captivating.
- Feel the competitive spirit: Race through the stunning landscapes featured in “The Amazing Race,” reliving the excitement and challenges of past seasons.
- Unleash your inner adventurer: Step into the fantastical world of “Fantasy Island,” exploring the lush valleys and hidden waterfalls that transported viewers to a magical escape.
- Pirates, ahoy!: Set sail on your own swashbuckling adventure, discovering the dramatic cliffs and hidden coves used in “Pirates of the Caribbean.”
- Remember the dinosaurs: Feel the awe of “Jurassic Park” as you stand in the same locations where prehistoric giants once roamed, now transformed into a lush paradise.
- Feel the aloha spirit: Relive the classic island romance of “Blue Hawaii” at picturesque beaches and iconic locations that captured the essence of the Hawaiian spirit.
Mountain Tubing
Take on Kauai’s historic waterways in a whole new fashion, by mountain tube! Kauai has a series of man-made canals and tunnels that were designed to bring water from the waterfalls and streams of Mt. Waialeale to provide irrigation for sugar cane fields around the island.
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These amazing waterways have provided a new type of unique adventure for vacationers in Kauai. The flow of water sends you into a fun and relaxing ride through mountainside flumes and tunnels that emerge to gorgeous remote locations. As with every activity in Kauai make sure to bring your sun wear, waterproof shoes or sandals, and bug repellent is recommended. Contact the concierge for more information on this once in a life time opportunity to mountain tube through one of the most beautiful islands in the world.
Garden Tours
Kauai is known as the “Garden Isle.” Keeping the gorgeous indigenous and endemic plant life thriving is due to hard work from scientists, volunteers and those working for private botanical gardens. Private and scientific grants are given generously to keep the breathtaking plant life top form.
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Habitat restoration, research, education, propagation, and exploration is an ongoing process on the island. With one look at Kauai’s beauty, vacationers will not take all the hard work and time spent for granted. By visiting one of the gardens or participating in a tour you are also helping to preserve plant life and keeping at-risk plant species a chance to be around forever. Enjoy a guided Kauai garden tour and any one of the beautiful botanical gardens is a perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon and even learn about some of the varieties of rare plants that you may not see anywhere else on the planet. Kauai’s landscape is a postcard waiting to happen from almost any vantage point. Nowhere is the awe of plant life and beauty more evident than the lush island of Kauai.
Kayaking
Kayak and hike to a secluded waterfall. Enjoy swimming under the waterfall and a picnic lunch. The only navigable rivers in Hawaii are located in Kauai. This makes river kayaking and mountain tubing an exclusive activity only to Kauai.
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Relax and take in the exquisite scenery paddling down Wailua River. This sought after kayaking experience weaves through lush, jungle landscapes. There are over three rivers on Kauai that allows kayaking, some for more experienced kayakers and others for beginners. Make sure to ask your concierge which kayaking adventure may be right for you. There is also a very difficult challenge available of ocean kayaking. This is a seasonal opportunity that is very rare. “National Geographic” deemed that kayaking the Napali Coast is the second best adventure in the country. This is an unforgettable 17-mile experience. Hiring a guide for this once-in-a-lifetime experience is a must.
Biking
Biking and walking trails are very popular on Kauai. Ke Ala Hele Makalae trail is known as “The Path that Goes by the Coast.” It stretches about 7 miles. On the west side of the island is a 3,000 feet downhill ride to sea level along the Waimea Canyon.
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Tours are available through the Hanalei Bay Concierge. There are many trails but this island is open for exploration in order to see as many breathtaking waterfalls, mountain and ocean views as possible. Remember to always wear gloves, a helmet, biking shoes, and sun wear. A map, water, snacks, a bike repair kit and of course a cell phone will make sure of an uneventful but wonderfully scenic ride.
Golf
The renowned Makai Golf Club in Princeville is a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design, which was upgraded and redesigned in 2009 with six different sets of tees that can be stretched to more than 7,200 yards from the tips.
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Makai Golf Club at Princeville
4080 Leiopapa Rd.
P.O. Box 223040
Priceville, HI 96722
phone: (808)826-1912
The Princeville Makai Course is now 18 distinct holes on a rolling plateau high above the Pacific Ocean and beautiful Hanalei Bay. After the 18th hole, starts “the woods course,” appealing beginners.
Course Overview
Resort | 18 Holes | Par 72
Available Amenities
Club Rentals, Driving Range, Pro Shop, Snack Bar
Makai Golf Club at Princeville – Woods Course
4080 Leiopapa Rd.
P.O. Box 223040
Priceville, HI 96722
phone: (808)826-1912
The remaining nine holes, known as ‘Woods’ is now a nine-hole course which appeals to new golfers, novice golfers, families and those who play the game on a more casual basis.
The Woods Course in the most inland of the original three nines designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. It features more trees and a mostly level layout that features the original Bermuda turfs of the late 1970s. And, you can play it for about a quarter of the cost of the 18-hole Makai.
Course Overview
Resort | 9 Holes | Par 36
Available Amenities
Club Rentals, Driving Range, Pro Shop, Snack Bar
Dinner Shows
Enjoy Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific Dinner Show at the Kauai Beach Resort.