Recommended Activities / Dining OptionsRecommended Activities / Dining Options
Na Pali Coast Hanalei ToursNa Pali Coast Hanalei Tours
Na Pali Coast is nearly 15 miles of towering sea cliffs that plunge 4,000 ft into the ocean. It's a stunning geographical feature of the island and should be on your bucket list. Snorkel, sightsee and charter tours - North and West Shore
Waimea Canyon State ParkWaimea Canyon State Park
Known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, explore this natural wonder by car, air or on foot. Go hiking, stop at the overlooks and visit the KoKe'e Natural History Museum.
Kalalau TrailKalalau Trail
The Kalalau Trail is an 11-mile trail that leads from Ke’e Beach to Kalalau Beach along the Nāpali Coast on the island of Kauai. Check the website for more info.
Tunnels BeachTunnels Beach
Tunnels Beach is a snorkeling paradise and a picture-postcard tropical beach located on the north shore of Kauai. Known as Makua Beach to locals, the beach was given the nickname of Tunnels Beach by divers that found the many lava tubes, caverns, cathedrals, and tunnels in the reef here. One of the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii, Tunnels Beach is considered a top summer snorkeling, scuba diving, and sunbathing beach on the island of Kauai. A visit to Tunnels Beach is well worth the effort to find parking!
Koloa ZiplineKoloa Zipline
Koloa Zipline offers the longest ziplining tour in Kauai, including three of the longest individual ziplines on the island! Fly upside down, hands-free, backward, tandem, or superhero style for the ultimate thrill ziplining in Koloa. As you zip along, take in the breathtaking beauty of Kauai’s South Shore, including a lush jungle, the Hoary Head Mountain Range, the Waita Reservoir, and the Koloa Sugar Mill.
Kauai Backcountry AdventuresKauai Backcountry Adventures
A unique and exciting Kaua’i adventure includes tubing down an old sugar plantation irrigation system, through open canals and tunnels hand-dug circa 1870. It also includes soaring through the air on their stunning zipline course, traversing the side of a mountain down to a lush bamboo grove. Through it all, you learn about the island’s history, culture, and natural environment.
Sunrise CoffeeSunrise Coffee
Cute little place to grab a quick coffee, donuts, smoothies, acai bowls and brekkie's on the road. Outdoor seating only and you may get a visit from some roosters. Check them out on IG @ sunrisecoffeekauai
Anuenue CafeAnuenue Cafe
Yummy breakfast and lunch options in sunny Poipu. Outdoor seating only. Open Tuesday thru Sunday 7am - 1pm only.
The Musubi Truck KapaaThe Musubi Truck Kapaa
Cute little food truck tucked away in old Kapa'a town. Great place to dine like a local if you want to avoid the pricey restaurants. Poke and bento bowls highly recommended and of course they have musubi if that's your jam. Three locations in Kauai. IG: themusubitruck
Java Kai KapaaJava Kai Kapaa
Great place for breakfast, lunch or an afternoon snack after shopping the boutiques in old town Kapa'a. Limited indoor and outdoor seating. IG: javakaikauai
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
Beautiful hotel in Hanalei with amazing sunset views from their restaurant. $$$ IG: 1hotel.hanaleibay
Lava Lava Beach ClubLava Lava Beach Club
Restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating right on the beach in South Shore. IG: lavalavabeachclub
Tahiti NuiTahiti Nui
Our go to in Hanalei (North Shore) IG: tahitinuihanalei
Little Fatties TacosLittle Fatties Tacos
Another food truck recommendation for delicious tacos. IG: littlefattieskauai
Shop Old Hanalei Town (North Shore)Shop Old Hanalei Town (North Shore)
Time stands still in this charming town on the North Shore. Cute little boutiques for shopping and some of the best hand made artisanal chocolates at Chocolat Hanalei using locally grown cacao and fruits.
Wailua FallsWailua Falls
Visit the 80 foot tiered waterfall in the morning for rainbow sightings. If it looks familiar it's because an aerial view of the falls was featured in the opening credits of the 1970's TV series Fantasy Island.
Wailua RiverWailua River
Explore the state's only navigable river with ancient cultural and historical sites along its banks. Activities include kayaking, stand up paddling and more.
Kukui Grove CenterKukui Grove Center
Lihue's open air retail center
Fish Bar DeliFish Bar Deli
Restaurant, bar and market. A casual dining experience with gluten free and vegan friendly options in old town Kapa'a. IG: fishbardeli
Kauaʻi Sushi StationKauaʻi Sushi Station
Yummy sushi food truck. Vegetarian friendly/vegan options. Read the reviews on Trip Advisor. IG: kauaisushistation
KAUAI HELICOPTER TOURS - DOORS OFFKAUAI HELICOPTER TOURS - DOORS OFF
Aerial tour of Jurassic Falls, Wailua Falls, Na Pali Cost, Waimea Canyon with doors off for the adventurous.
Wailua BakeshopWailua Bakeshop
A small bakery and coffee shop with sourdough bakes and the best passionfruit and guava malasadas! Located in Kapaa.
Koloa Fish MarketKoloa Fish Market
Fresh poke and must try yummy ginger fried chicken!
Nourish Coffee HanaleiNourish Coffee Hanalei
Small coffee stand on a farm with great views tucked away on a private road. Delicious salads, poke and acai bowls. Located in North Shore.
AMA RestaurantAMA Restaurant
If you are craving authentic ramen and noodle dishes while in North Shore this is one of the places to go.