Visit the Kauai Humane Society to "check out" a shelter dog for the day. They want to get out and explore just as much a you do.
We recommend making a night of this. You can sign up for a free rum tasting before dinner at Kalua Rum, ride the train around the Kilohana sugar plantation, enjoy the amazing food at Gaylords, and watch the lu'au. There is also am tasty taffy shop tucked away behind the main plantation building.
There are a variety of hiking trails around Waimea Canyon, often called the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific". You can also drive up to several amazing view points and leave the hiking poles at home.
This kayak tour takes you up the Wailua River, through lush rainforest, and to a waterfall. Your tour guide will tell you tales of the ancient Hawaiian sites you pass along the way.
Experience the Kauai deep sea fishing charter of a lifetime. Enjoy incredible views of Kauai with Humpback Whales, Dolphins, and of course some incredible fishing.
Kauai has some of the most beautiful Golf courses in the world. Here is a list of both private and public courses on Kauai. Public- Wailua Municipal Golf Course Kukuiolono Park and Golf Course Private- The Ocean Course at Hokuala Puakea Golf Course Poipu Bay Golf Course Kiahuna Golf Club
Get down and dirty and an ATV trip through the Kauai backcountry. Get the full Jurassic experience back in Kipu Ranch where the Jurassic Park films were made.
There are so many amazing places to eat on Kauai so we are just going to list a few for y'all to take a look at. Breakfast- Kalaheo Cafe and Coffee Tip Top Diner Kountry Kitchen Kauai Lunch- Koloa Fish Market Marks Place Kenji Burger Dinner- Nailah Dukes Canoe Club Kintaros
We all know the real reason you are flying all the way to Kauai. Here are some family friendly beaches for you to check out. Keep in mind during the winter the ocean can be very dangerous on the north shore so we will not be recommending any of those beaches for swimming. Poipu Beach Park- Great for families and snorkeling Lydgate Beach Park- Protected swimming area for children Sheraton Beach- Great beach for surf lessons Salt Pond Beach Park- Protected swimming areas for children Kalapaki bay- Very safe for swimming, paddle boarding, and beginner surfing