Top Kauai Multi-day Tours

Combine the convenience of a private 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 stories that bring the landscape to life.

Get a new perspective on Kauai as you soar through lush forests and over the Waita Reservoir on the island’s longest ziplines. While cruising across the 8-track course near Koloa, hang on to the handlebars or try some more daring acrobatic stunts with the hands-free ‘Flyin' Kauai'an’ harness. It's an intimate, small-group experience capped at 12 people.

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 Private Audio 2-Day Driving Tour is the perfect pick. Follow 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The excitement of a helicopter tour can quickly turn to disappointment when you are seated in the middle. Not on this private tour where every seat is a window seat. You'll get excellent views of Kauai as you soar through the sky, over Manawaiopuna Falls, also known as “Jurassic Park falls," the Olokele Canyon, Waimea Canyon, Na Pali coast, North Shore and Wai'ale'ale crater.

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.

The Na Pali Coast is one of the world's most spectacular coastlines, and one of the best ways to see it is by cruising along the coastline as the sun goes down. This sunset cruise takes you out onto the ocean in a comfortable catamaran. As you glide past Na Pali's jagged peaks and emerald valleys, enjoy a complimentary Hawaiian-style dinner and toast the sunset with a Mai Tai.

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.

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.

Embark on a Garden Isle adventure away from the crowds 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.

The Na Pali Coast—"Pali" means "sea cliffs" in Hawaiian—is 17 miles of earthen splendor, best experienced from the water. On this guided sunset catamaran cruise aboard Lucky Lady, you’ll enjoy snorkeling with rays, spotting dolphins and whales, and relaxing over dinner and drinks as you pass the towering cliffs. Listen to narration about Hawaiian history and legends while soaking in golden-hour views.

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.

Avoid the packed, expensive group tours, and opt for this Kauai Poipu and Koloa Town Audio Driving Tour that takes you through the area with turn-by-turn navigation directions so you won’t get lost on your own. Experience the history and culture of the area by listening to an audio guide as you drive and welcome the idea that you can drive (and make stops) in your own time.