Kauai

WAIMEA AND NA PALI DRIVING TOUR

Description

Waimea Canyon and the Na Pali Coast are two of the most scenic locations in all of Hawaii. This tour will guide you through the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific” until you reach the Na Pali overlook to view landscapes hundreds of thousands of years in the making. Kauai’s rugged terrain will come to life as we share stories and legends along the way

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

•⁠ Stop for local Kauai coffee
•⁠ Hike in Waimea Canyon
•⁠ Hike to Waipo’o Waterfall (difficult)
•⁠ Visit Koke'e Lodge & Museum
•⁠ Take in views of the Na Pali Coast
•⁠ Visits artsy town of Hanapepe & Swinging Bridge

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Past Lawai outside of Poipu
Direction: Clockwise loop, ending where you began

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6-8 hrs

69 Narration Points

Features

Beaches
Views
Hikes
Snorkeling
Local Food
Storytelling
Cultural Sites
Parks
Gardens
Waterfalls/Lakes
Stargazing
Music
Fees & Reservations

Tour Stops

Kauai Coffee
Russian Fort
Waimea Town
First Viewpoint
Red Dirt Waterfall
Iliau Nature Loop
Waimea Canyon Lookout
Waipo'o Waterfall - Pu'u Ka Pele
Pu'u Hinahina Viewpoint
Canyon Trail / Cliff View
Koke'e Lodge & Museum
Kalalau Lookout
Pu'u O Kila Lookout & Pihea Trail
Jojo's Shave Ice
Menehune Ditch and Swinging Bridge
Waimea Town & Captain Cook Statue
Hanapepe Town
Lappert’s Hawaii
Hanapepe Swinging Bridge

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WAIMEA AND NA PALI DRIVING TOUR

Tour FAQ’s

Where does the tour go?

The tour begins just past Lawai outside of Poipu and travels clockwise ending at Kalalau Lookout. Don’t worry, we will guide you back to Poipu the same way you came with stories and music along the way.

Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour!

Kauai Coffee
Waimea Canyon
Iliau Nature Loop
Waimea Canyon Lookout
Canyon Trail
Waipo'o Waterfall View and Hike (hike needs advance preparation -- see itinerary below)
Pihea Trail
Koke'e Lodge & Museum
Kalalau Lookout
Waimea Town
Hanapepe Swinging Bridge

For help planning your day check out our Waimea Canyon and Na Pali suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go.

What should I pack and budget?

Sneakers & hiking clothes
Raincoat or umbrella, this side of the island can be wet and muddy
Water
Bug spray
Towel
Bathing Suit & sandals
Sunscreen
Sun Glasses and/or Hat
Snacks
Car Charger
Camera
Cash (see budget below)

How much you spend really depends on the activities you choose to do along the tour route, but here’s a breakdown of some costs.

$14.99: Shaka Guide’s Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Tour
$15.00 per person: Lunch
$5.00 per person: Local snack
$5.00: Parking at Waimea Canyon (credit cards are accepted)

Can I join the Waimea and Na Pali Driving tour along the route?

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

Can I take the tour in the opposite direction?

No, this tour can only be done in one direction.

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