Overview
An incredible full-day tour of Kauai's north and east shores with a river boat cruise to Fern Grotto and a visit to the Kilauea Lighthouse and Wildlife Refuge. (Lighthouse is open Wednesday, but we visit the Lookout on Mondays.)
Hotel pickup from the Princeville to Kapaa (others meet at Smith's Boats). Enjoy luxury transportation while you learn about the island from an our expert guides as you explore lush waterfalls, scenic mountain views, and beautiful beaches. No other tour combines all these attractions in one day!
Itinerary
- Board a spacious, open-air river boat for a two mile leisurely journey to the Fern Grotto where you’ll enjoy a short nature walk through the rainforest. The Fern Grotto is a geological wonder of Kauai where ferns grow upside down from the roof of the grotto. A natural amphitheater of lava rock and tropical vegetation is the perfect backdrop as you are serenaded and entertained by Hawaiian musicians and hula dancers. (90 mins)
- Visit Kauai's East Side 151-foot tall and 40-foot wide waterfall cascading down into a hidden pool. "Opaekaa" means "rolling shrimp" which were once abundant in the stream. (10 mins)
- Visit Kauai's bird sanctuary, see firsthand the refuge's seabirds like the red-footed boobies, the wedge-tailed shearwaters, and the red and white-tailed tropicbirds. Also check out the 100 year old, 52-ft Lighthouse. Lighthouse is only open on Wednesdays. We visit the Lookout on Mondays. (30 mins)
- See breathtaking views of Anini's calm beaches and clear waters. (10 mins)
- Tour around Hanalei Bay and Pier, see lush landscaping, and waterfalls on the mountains as well as beautiful beaches. (15 mins)
- See the beautiful Wai'oli Church in Hanalei with it's stunning stained glass windows and Hawaiian architecture. (5 mins)
What’s Included
Inclusions
- River boat cruise to the Fern Grotto
- Professional and entertaining tour guide
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (Princeville to Kapaa only)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 6-hr Sightseeing tour of the North and East Shores
- Luxury Sprinter or SUV depending on passenger counts
- Kilauea Lighthouse & Wildlife Refuge (open Wed., visit Lookout Mon.)
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
