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Learn to surf Kauai’s famous waves at a private surf lesson for up to four people on the shores of beautiful Hanalei Bay. Your instructor, a local surfing expert, will meet you where you are. Beginners learn the fundamentals of paddling, reading the waves, and standing up, while more advanced students can perfect their technique. Note: please arrive 30 minutes prior to your lesson time to check in.

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 serene Wailua River with our kayak rentals, perfect for an unforgettable Hawaiian adventure. Paddle through lush jungles and reach the stunning Secret Falls, where you can swim and relax. Our rental experience is seamless, offering everything you need for an enjoyable day out, including high-quality kayaks and friendly staff to assist you. Enjoy the tranquility of the only navigable river in Hawaii at your own pace, making it ideal for adventurers aged 13-60. - Kayak along Wailua River, the hike through the jungle to Secret Falls - Easy transportation with our kayak loading assistance, any car works and we are located closest to the river - All necessary equipment included for a hassle-free LEGAL experience - Enjoy a 4-5 hour trip filled with nature and relaxation

Try a traditional Hawaiian sport at Kalapaki Beach—surfing an outrigger canoe through waves with views of the spectacular mountains and cliffs. While regular surfing requires practice to catch waves, this outrigger experience gets you in the water with an experienced paddler; even if you've never gone canoeing, you can ride Hawaiian waves the very first time you go out.

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.

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.

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.

The “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” a bike ride down Waimea Canyon means views of Waipo'o Falls, the Na Pali Coast, Kekaha Beach, and stops in three state parks: Waimea Canyon, Kokee, and Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park. On this tour, you’ll ride to both iconic and secret spots, catch sunset over the “forbidden island,” and best yet—get a van ride to the top.

Spend a thrilling day in the glorious scenery of Kipu Ranch on this Kauai river kayaking, zipline, hiking, and boating adventure! The full-day tour packs in the action- you’ll paddle and soar through the jungle canopy on ziplines (including an 1,800-foot tandem cable you can ride with family or friend), hike to our exclusive Bamboo Pool and Water Zip and cap it off with a downriver voyage on 30’ twin-hulled motorized canoe. Picnic lunch included.

Discover the thrilling underwater world with this first-time and beginner diving experience on Kauai’s south shore. Learn the basics of scuba diving with a 1-hour introductory tutorial, then get fitted with our equipment and head into the crystal-clear waters with your instructor to marvel at colorful marine life and coral formations. End with a few minutes to relax with drinks and snacks.

See the Na Pali Coast, an enchanting stretch of Kauai that is only accessible by boat, hiking trail, or helicopter, with this express tour. You'll hop aboard a speedy boat and head out to sea, where you'll take in views of the coastline and surrounding waters--you may even spot a dolphin. As an added bonus, beer, wine, and mai tais will be served on board.

Explore Kauai’s legendary Napali coast up close on an inflatable raft that can access sea caves, waterfalls, and hidden beaches. While most Napali boat tours stay far from the shore, this one includes landing at an ancient Hawaiian fishing village on Nualolo Kai beach, a site only accessible with a special permit. Walk around this sacred site, look for sea turtles while snorkeling, and enjoy lunch on a secluded beach on this adventure that earns rave reviews. Rafting excursions can be physically demanding, bouncy, bumpy & lot's of fun. Participants should be in above average physical shape. You need to be able to climb a sturdy vertical ladder to get back on the raft after snorkeling. This tour is very adventurous, Wet, Wild & Wow! Be prepared for an exhilarating day!

Explore the natural beauty of Kauai with a combo hiking and kayaking adventure on the Wailua River. Enjoy a leisurely paddle through lush tropical scenery, then disembark for a guided nature hike to a waterfall. Refuel with a picnic lunch, then take a dip at the base of the falls. No kayaking experience is necessary—just a sense of adventure. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule.

Paddle tandem kayaks along Kauai's Hule'ia River, so you can get closer to the lush jungle than you could in a traditional tour vehicle. Enjoy a short hike to a stunning waterfall and swimming hole, followed by a relaxing return trip in a twin-hulled motorized Hawaiian canoe. Plus, exploring with a guide increases your chance of spotting native flora and fauna.

The Na Pali coast may be 17 miles of pure “Garden Isle” splendor, but there’s even more to explore beyond its 4,000-foot cliffs. On this tour, you’ll go for 60 miles of discovery, from the coast to Kaulakahi Channel to Lehua Crater, the “Forbidden Island” of Ni’ihau, and beyond. Along the way, you’ll spot dolphins, snorkel amongst reefs, and, of course, sip and sit back, relishing in the adventure.

Get an insider’s view of Kauai’s natural side on a guide-led kayaking and hiking adventure. Paddle along the Wailua River, then continue another mile on foot to a spectacular 100-foot (30-meter) tall waterfall. A picnic lunch awaits you, as well as ample time to cool off in a local swimming hole and savor the surrounding valley's lush rainforest scenery before returning to your departure point.

Explore the underwater world off Kauai’s North Anini Beach—and let your guide take care of the logistics. Enjoy a boat-free snorkeling excursion on this tour that enters the water directly from the shore, ensuring easy access for all skill levels. You’ll see vibrant coral, colorful fish, and many even sea turtles and seals. Your professional guide shares their insight and expertise for a safe and fun adventure.

While searching for big game fish, we also can encounter Dolphins, Whales and Turtles. The boat ride is usually pretty exciting as we play with wave and currents and once we find the fish the action is on!

This small-group Zodiac-style tour, limited to just 14 guests, delivers an adventurous, front-row experience aboard twin Hurricane boats—the same rugged vessels trusted by Navy SEALs. Glide across Kauai’s pristine waters for exceptional viewing and photo opportunities, while expert guides share insights about humpback whales, dolphins, and the island’s marine ecosystem. Ideal for adventure-loving families and wildlife enthusiasts, this tour offers an up-close and personal way to experience Kauai’s winter visitors.

Make the most of your time in the birthplace of surfing by learning to surf, Hawaiian style. In a small group of no more than five people per instructor, you will learn the fundamentals of surfing and ocean safety before getting into the water to ride your first wave. Lessons are timed to avoid crowds so you can enjoy plenty of space.

Have a memorable learning experience as you’re taught to surf the ideal waves of Kauai’s Kalapaki Beach by a professional from a locally owned company. Instead of trying to learn a new skill on your own, let an expert teach you. You’ll learn to paddle out, balance on the board, stand up, and hopefully ride the waves by the end of the small-group lesson. All gear is included for convenience.

Diving from the shore offers easy entry and exit, a short surface swim and plentiful marine life. This small-group dive on Kauai is for certified divers and takes place at the most popular south shore dive site, in the protected Hanaka’ape Bay. The large horseshoe-shaped bay allows you to dive in two distinct areas, perfect for a two tank excursion, where you may encounter Hawaiian green sea turtles, up to seven species of moray eels, octopus and hundreds of tropical fish.

Explore underwater in a beginner scuba diving experience at Koloa Landing in Kauai. Ideal for first-time divers, you’ll be with a small-group (maximum four people) where your certified guide provides a detailed scuba briefing, teaching the use of equipment and how to breathe underwater. Next is a practice dive in shallow water before heading out for your first dive, seeing coral and sea life with your instructor by your side.

Many Kauai diving tours are aimed at beginners but this charter is specifically tailored toward seasoned divers, ensuring you don't waste a minute. In a small group of experienced divers, explore Kauai's Southern Reefs, teeming with more than 1,250 endemic species. Explore dramatic lava tubes and get the chance to encounter sharks, manta rays, dolphins, and (in season) humpback whales. With top-quality rental gear included, this seamless tour maximizes your time underwater.