Kauai Canyon Explorer: Private Tour Featuring Waimea & Kokee

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Kauai, USA

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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Our tours are lead by a small local family owned business with over 20 years of experience in the field. This is not your ordinary tour. We crafted this experience as if we were in your shoes. We believe in quality over quantity, and we hope to deliver more than what you expect. Make sure to let us know if you want to customize your experience. Our tours support small Kauai owned businesses.

On this excursion you will explore some of the most beautiful places on Kauai; Waimea Canyon and Kokee State Park in-depth. In addition you will visit the largest coffee plantation in the US to sample the freshest beans. From Canyons to verdant sea cliffs you will marvel at the beauty and power of nature. You will step back in time to visit charming towns like Waimea and Hanapepe, and try delicious foods made with locally sourced ingredients along the way.

Magnificent stories will be shared but most importantly we will make you laugh and enjoy the day.

Let us show you Kauai from local eyes.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • 10 percent off food at the Kokee Lodge restaurant
  • Letter size map of Kauai
  • Lunch We will make a 1 hour stop at The Kokee Lodge for lunch. We will be contacting you the day before the tour to provide tour details. Make sure to provide a good phone number so we can contact you.
  • Infant and toddler car seats. if you have one please bring it.
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Let us know via text message or email where you will be staying on island. We pick up travelers at all hotels and properties on the East and South side of the island, at the cruise port, and the airport.

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Kuhio Highway
Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Kauai Coffee Company

We will visit the largest orchard of coffee growers and roasters in the US. Sample about 5 varieties for free. Stroll through part of the orchard on a self guided tour, and learn all the stages of growing coffee from seed to cup. Do some shopping for Kauai grown coffee beans, and local souvenirs. You don't like coffee? Enjoy a cold beverage or ice cream at their snack shop.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Aloha Sweet Delights

We will sweeten your day with a brief stop at Aloha Sweet Delights Bakery where can purchase locally and home made goodies such as our famous malasadas and manju.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Captain James Cook Statue

In Waimea town, Kauai, we will make a brief stop where the first Western explorer, Captain James Cook, landed on the islands. We will share the incredible stories of his journey and his death.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waimea Canyon State Park

Waimea Canyon State Park is one of Kauai's natural wonders, known as the mini Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Marvel at this geological gem from various lookouts as we ascend the mountain to about 3800' in elevation. We will get out of the van in various locations for amazing picture ops. The main Canyon lookout is closed for restoration until December 2025. Please know the Canyon is about 15 miles long and 2 miles wide, therefore you can still enjoy phenomenal views from many spots as you go up the Canyon road.Majestic beauty at its finest!
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Koke'e State Park

In the Koke'e State park we will enjoy a leisure lunch at the Koke'e Lodge Restaurant. Their food and drinks are locally sourced, homemade and delicious (Not included on tour price).You get 10% off your meal, and at their retail shop. After lunch you will have free time to explore the Koke'e museum of natural cultural history, take a stroll through the beautiful grassy field surrounded by Sugi and Redwood pines, go on a short and easy nature walk to learn about the native flora, and/or feed the chickens.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Kalalau Lookout

Known as the valley of enlightenment, Kalalau is the largest and most beautiful in the famous Na Pali coast. Although the views are not guaranteed, we will try our best for you to marvel at this natural wonder.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Hanapepe

Last in our agenda is a visit to the old historic and charming town of Hanapepe, where you can support small locally owned businesses, do some shopping for Hawaii MADE souvenirs and art, cool off with a delicious locally made fruit popsicle, visit to the famous Talk Story Bookstore for some rare and antique books, and walk across the swinging bridge built in 1912, if you dare!
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We provide pick up on all properties in Kapaa, Lihue, Koloa and Poipu town. Also at the airport and harbor. Provide a good phone number to contact you when booking. We will be contacting you the day before the tour via text with tour details, and to verify your pick up location

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kauai Canyon Explorer: Private Tour Featuring Waimea & Kokee?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • 10 percent off food at the Kokee Lodge restaurant
  • Letter size map of Kauai
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fee to Waimea and Kokee State Park
  • LunchWe will make a 1 hour stop at The Kokee Lodge for lunch. We will be contacting you the day before the tour to provide tour details. Make sure to provide a good phone number so we can contact you.
  • Infant and toddler car seats. if you have one please bring it.
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • If you are concerned about your health or have an underlying health condition we encourage you to book a private tour on our website**
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We provide pick up on all properties in Kapaa, Lihue, Koloa and Poipu town. Also at the airport and harbor. Provide a good phone number to contact you when booking. We will be contacting you the day before the tour via text with tour details, and to verify your pick up location
  • Wear comfortable clothing, good walking shoes, hat or cap, and sunglasses.
  • No refunds pass the 24 hours prior to the start of the tour.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
  • This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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