Top Kauai Eco Tours

Kauai is filled with fabulous places to eat, but for visitors to the island it can be tricky to know how to find the gems and avoid the tourist traps. This guided tour takes the guesswork out of your trip. You'll enjoy culinary delights while exploring the small town of Hanalei and its best restaurants.

Experience Kauai’s stunning landscapes at your own pace with this private self-guided audio driving tour. Explore Waimea Canyon, the Nā Pali Coast, and hidden gems like Hanapēpē’s swinging bridge, while enjoying immersive storytelling about the island’s history, culture, and legends. With offline GPS navigation and lifetime access, this flexible tour lets you start anytime, pause to hike, or stop for local treats like shave ice and Kauai coffee.

The privately owned Olokele Canyon is inaccessible to most visitors to Kauai but this exclusive, small-group helicopter tour can take you there. Soar over the cliffs of Nāpali and Waimea Canyon, explore the inside of a once-active volcano and stop at Olokele Canyon with the only helicopter operator with landing access.

There’s a ton to do in Kauai, but seeing the highlights in one day can be difficult without a car and a guide. See the best of the island while leaving the driving to someone else on a full-day private tour through the island’s scenic landscape, visiting spots such as the Waimea Canyon, the Kauai Coffee Company, and the Captain Cook monument along the way.

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.

Indulge a passion for both nature and chocolate on this tropical tasting tour of Princeville Botanical Gardens in Kauai. Explore the plants and flowers on a tour of the garden’s terraces, creek beds, and valley floor, stopping along the way to taste fresh Hawaiian fruit and honey. Rest your feet in a shady outdoor tasting area as you sample single-origin gourmet chocolates from around the world and learn how cocoa beans are transformed into delicious chocolate products.

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.

To fully appreciate the beauty of Hawaii’s ‘Garden Isle,’ take to the skies above Kauai on a helicopter tour in a new Eurocopter Eco-Star. Soar over the island’s diverse terrain, from rain-soaked Mt. Waialeale and the waterfalls of Waiapuna to the dry red ravine of Waimea Canyon and the emerald spires of the Na Pali Coast. A two-way radio for communication with the pilot, along with an expansive viewing glass, adds to the unforgettable flight experience.

The Na Pali coast is one of the most spectacular sights in Kauai. The best way to see it is from the water, so join this catamaran cruise for unbeatable views of lush green valleys, towering spires, jagged sea cliffs, and wildlife such as dolphins and sea turtles, as well as time for snorkeling and swimming.

Known for its lush rainforests, dramatic cliffs, and tumbling waterfalls, Kauai is a sightseer’s dream—and this helicopter tour provides one-of-a-kind aerial views of its scenery. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, head to the Lihue Airport, and take to the skies: in this doorless helicopter, you’ll enjoy extraordinary perspectives on Mt. Waialeale, the Na Pali Coast, Manawaiopuna Falls, Waimea Canyon State Park, and more.

Enjoy a traditional Hawaiian experience and get unique insight into island life with this dining experience at Luau Kalamaku. Savor a buffet of classic Hawaiian favorites, beginning with an imu roast. Then watch a talented troupe of dancers and musicians as they enact legends from Hawaii’s history. The entertainment includes Polynesian hula dancers, flame throwers, and a parade of colorful costumes for a night out in Kauai you won’t soon forget.

Explore Kauai at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour bundle, featuring four immersive GPS-triggered driving tours. Discover iconic spots like Waimea Canyon, Boudhanath Stupa, and the Na Pali Coast, alongside hidden gems, lush valleys, and pristine beaches, all while learning about the island’s history and culture. With lifetime access, offline navigation, and total flexibility, this tour lets you create your own unforgettable Kauai adventure.

Experiencing a Na Pali Sunset from the water is an unforgettable way to take in Kauai’s breathtaking coastline. You’ll cruise along 17 miles of dramatic sea cliffs, hidden caves, and pristine shoreline aboard a power catamaran, with opportunities to spot dolphins and humpback whales if it’s the right season. The evening is capped off with a casual dinner and a toast to the island’s beauty as the sun dips below the horizon.

Soar over the entire Garden Island for unforgettable views on this air tour of Kauai. From aboard an aircraft designed for sightseeing, soak up breathtaking views of natural attractions like Waimea Canyon, Opaekaa Falls, the rugged Na Pa Coast, and Mt Waialeale — the wettest spot on earth. Your experienced pilot provides informative narration during this thrilling flight.

Experience Kauai nature at its finest on this kayaking and waterfall hiking tour. Paddle the majestic Wailua River, original home of the first Hawaiians, as your guide shares stories about the flora and fauna of Kauai's most sacred area. Then, hike through the rainforest to Secret Falls where you can enjoy a refreshing dip before a delicious lunch. This challenging tour requires participants to meet health and age guidelines to ensure safety.

See the Garden Island through a filmmaker’s lens on this full-day tour of Kauai’s most famous movie locations. Travel aboard a comfortable minibus to the beaches, towns, waterfalls, and lookout points that you may recognize from famous Hollywood movies. Watch clips on board the bus, and then compare the Hollywood scenes to the breathtaking beauty right before your eyes.

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.

Specifically designed for social media influencers and travel bloggers, this private tour of Kauai can be tailored to your interests and social marketing strategies. Depending on the theme you prefer, you might visit food trucks and local eateries specializing in poke or shave ice, adventurous locations such as sea caves, or top photo spots such as waterfalls. Booking this tour allows you to avoid the hassle of finding your own way around the island and relying on selfies for your photos.