In stark contrast to Kauai’s lushness is Waimea Canyon State Park. Over thousands of years earthquakes and erosion have created dramatic variation in the landscape. Waimea Canyon, “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific”, is the showpiece of the tour and offers one of the best views of the western coast of the island.

Explore the natural wonders of Kauai on this 5-hour shore excursion from Nawiliwili Harbor – visit Waimea Canyon and see Spouting Horn. At 14 miles long (22.5 kilometers), 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) wide and more than 3,600 feet (1,097 meters) deep, Waimea Canyon is the largest canyon in the Pacific and a true geologic gem. The Waimea Canyon Lookout provides breathtaking views of deep valleys and rugged crags. As you visit the numerous lookouts and trails you will see spectacular views of every part of the canyon.
After exploring the wonders of Waimea Canyon, you’ll take a visual tour of Kauai, driving past Old Koloa Town, Hawaii’s first sugarcane plantation, and Waimea, the town where Captain Cook made his first landing in Hawaii in 1778.
Finish your day exploring another of Kauai’s natural wonders at Spouting Horn, an ocean blow hole near Po’ipu Beach. Wait as the water rushes under a lava shelf and surges through a small opening at the surface, spewing water up to 50 feet (15 meters) in the air. Next to the adjacent hole, compressed air escapes and makes a hissing sound.
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We will ensure your timely return back to the ship in Nawiliwili Harbor for this activity. If your ship is delayed and you are unable attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.

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Over 100 years ago Mark Twain nicknamed Waimea Canyon the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific". Experience nature's grandeur first hand on a Waimea Canyon Kauai tour. This fully guided scenic tour takes you to Waimea Canyon and other picturesque locations on Kauai, with plenty of photo stops along the way.

Waimea Canyon on Kauai is the largest canyon in the Pacific and is a dramatic sight to behold. The canyon measures 10 miles long, 1 mile wide, and more than 3,500-feet deep. It was carved thousands of years ago by rivers and floods that flowed from Mount Waialeale's summit which receives an average of 440 inches of rain a year, making it the wettest spot on earth.
The lines in the Waimea Canyon walls depict different volcanic eruptions and lava flows that have occurred over the centuries. Even though it is smaller than the Grand Canyon of Arizona, Waimea Canyon rivals it's beauty. Numerous lookouts and hikes offer terrific views of every aspect of this natural wonder. The elevation of Waimea Canyon makes the air 10-15 degrees cooler than in the valley and by afternoon many areas are often shrouded in clouds.

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Experience the fiery lava vents of one of the most active volcanoes in the world, Kilauea. Let our Black Beauties whisk you through the hidden tropical valleys of the Kohala mountains, alive with dozens of roaring waterfalls, and lift you above the beautiful rainforest of the Hamakua coast.

Visit: Sunshine Helicopters Big Island, Waimea, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

The Island of Hawaii is the youngest island in the Hawaiian chain and is also by far the biggest, providing a vast canvas of environments to discover a variety of unrivaled natural wonders. This is the home of Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes; Mauna Kea, the tallest sea mountain in the world at more than 33,000 feet; Mauna Loa, the most massive mountain in the world, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the largest park in the state.
All but two of the world’s climate zones generate everything from lush rain forests to volcanic deserts and snow-capped mountaintops to beautiful black sand beaches
Experience the fiery lava vents of one of the most active volcanoes in the world, Kilauea. Let our Black Beauties whisk you through the hidden tropical valleys of the Kohala mountains, alive with dozens of roaring waterfalls, and lift you above the beautiful rainforest of the Hamakua coast

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Experience Kauai's exquisite shorelines and deep, majestic canyons, while exploring the island's rugged backcountry with a private local guide.  During this 5-hour Jeep tour on Kauai, your day begins when you're conveniently picked up from either your hotel or cruise ship, and ride in style in a customized Jeep that's outfitted for comfort and sightseeing. You’ll experience Kauai’s rustic backcountry and serene, scenic shorelines, and even see a thundering waterfall as it spills through the tropical rainforest. This tour is completely customizable to suit what interests you the most, whether it's spending more time enjoying the beach, or sampling local food, and it's a way to experience Kauai in a day – with a local guide by your side!

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Stop At: Waimea Canyon, Waimea, Kauai, Hawaii

Waimea Canyon, also known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, is a large canyon, approximately ten miles long and up to 3,000 feet deep, located on the western side of Kauaʻi in the Hawaiian Islands of the United States. Waimea is Hawaiian for "reddish water", a reference to the erosion of the canyon's red soil.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Spouting Horn, Poipu, Kauai, Hawaii

On Kauai’s South Shore you’ll find the spectacular Spouting Horn blowhole, one of the most photographed spots on Kauai. The Poipu surf channels into a natural lava tube here and releases a huge spout of water that can reach as high as 50 feet into the air. You’ll also hear a hiss and a roar that is the basis of a Hawaiian legend.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Poipu Beach Park, Poipu, Kauai, Hawaii

With perfect weather just about all year round, it’s no wonder Poipu is called “The Sunny South Side.


Duration: 10 minutes

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My tours are tailored to your tastes and interests. It's only your party. I go further into the Canyon than the big buses can and I know where all the bathrooms are!! If you're a professional photographer or a cell phone snapper I can stop anywhere. I've had people wanting to fly their drone, people interested in Botany, all the movies filmed here, most just want to see the beautiful sights Kauai has to offer. When we first start I will ask you what do you want to see? Sometimes there are traffic or weather situations that have made the day unique. A lot of times as people plan for their once in a lifetime trip they hear about something they must see from their cab driver or the person sitting next to them on the plane. I can take you there, it's your tour. I had to take someone to urgent care for a diagnosis and then meds but we continued the tour because it was just them.

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Stop At: Waimea Canyon, Waimea, Kauai, Hawaii

We usually spend at least 2-3 hours in the Waimea Canyon. I stop where the buses don't or where I know a good photo op is waiting for your discovery. Honestly time seems to fly in the canyon. Breathtaking views, forests, Kalalau Lookout, hard to beat

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Wailua Falls, Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii

Beautiful Wailua Falls made famous in Fantasy Island. Close look at the 80 foot tall falls as we can drive to them and park. Mornings a must for this stop.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Opaeka'a Falls

Opeaka'a Falls. Means roiling shrimp. Legend says there were so many shrimp you could walk across their backs to the other side of the pool. Good lookout into interior of Kauai and I usually give my geography and History lesson as we overlook the Wailua River. Also Sleeping giant and points mauka(mountains) for more nature and beautiful seldom scene areas.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Wailua River State Park, Wailua, Kauai, Hawaii

Birthing Stone, Story of Fern Grotto, Ali'i(chiefs) settled here and made this their seat of government and religious ceremonies here. Coco Palms where Elvis sang in Blue Hawaii and birthplace of the modern Hawaiian Resorts.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kauai Coffee Company, Kalaheo, Kauai, Hawaii

Stop to see the largest coffee plantation in the US. Great gift store, videos and tasting.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Menehune Fish Pond, Kauai, Hawaii

A gorgeous view of the Menehune Ponds and a look into Kipu Ranch which served as the backdrop for scenes from Jurassic Park. All my tours are what you want to see and do.

Duration: 30 minutes

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We share some of the most intimate history and legends about Kaua'i in a personal way, stopping at the most iconic and secret lookouts covering three state parks, we venture in a bucket list type coasting downhill bike ride, we make it down to the breeze of the Pacific just on time to witnessing beautiful sunset over the forbidden island.

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The best views of the grand Canyon of the Pacific, Waipo'o falls, and Napali coast from secret lookouts, adrenaline rush downhill bike ride, beautiful sunset from Kekaha beach.

Duration: 4 hours

Location: Waimea Canyon, Waimea, Kauai, Hawaii

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