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    Kauai Waimea Canyon Guided Tour

    Fly from Oahu for a guided day of Kauai canyon and river scenery

    4.6 stars• 793 reviews

    Duration

    13.5 Hours

    Includes

    Airfare, sightseeing, admission

    Highlights

    Fly from Oahu to explore Kauai by land and river, with sightseeing and admissions arranged. Take in canyon lookouts, a freshwater boat ride, and rainforest scenery in one day.

    • Ride an open-air boat along the Wailua River with live narration
    • Walk through rainforest to Fern Grotto and hear the Hawaiian Wedding Song
    • Take in views of Waimea Canyon from key lookout points
    • See ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls, Hanapepe Valley Lookout, and Spouting Horn Blowhole
    • Visit Kauai Coffee Plantation during your island sightseeing tour

    What's Included

    • Round-trip airfare from Oahu to Kauai
    • Round-trip transportation from Lihue Airport
    • Guided sightseeing tour
    • Live narration
    • Admission fees

    Important details

    • Arrive at Honolulu International Airport by 5:30 AM for the 6:30 AM flight
    • Check in independently for both flight segments at the Hawaiian Airlines kiosk or ticket counter
    • Bring a valid government-issued photo ID or passport for airline check-in and Transportation Security Administration screening
    • Passenger names and birth dates must exactly match government-issued ID or passport details
    • Flight times are approximate and subject to change

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 168 hours before the airport meeting time for a full refund. No-shows are charged in full. Airline-confirmed name or date changes may incur a fee of up to $250 plus fare difference per segment or name change. Passengers denied boarding for lack of proper ID are charged in full.

    Product ID: T22529

    FAQs

    Provide each passenger’s name, birth date, and gender. Make sure the name and birth date exactly match the government-issued photo ID and/or passport you’ll use for airline check-in.

    Bring a passport or a valid government-issued photo ID for airline check-in and to clear TSA (Transportation Security Administration) at Honolulu International Airport.

    Name or date changes after the airline confirms your booking may be assessed a change fee of up to $250, plus any fare difference per segment.

    Experience provided by Polynesian Adventure Activities

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    Adult

    $608.92

    Ages 12+ (12–17 must bk w/ 18+)

    0

    Child 2-11 yrs

    $577.92

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    Infant under 2 yrs

    $0

    Does not occupy a seat. Sits on adults lap.

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    Review summary

    4.6
    Excellent
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    The guides here are genuinely the star of the show. Names like Kenneth, Lee, Gar, and Chelsea come up repeatedly in glowing terms, with travelers consistently praising their deep local knowledge, engaging storytelling, and warm personalities. Kenneth in particular seems to have a gift for balancing humor with genuine historical insight, and Gar once tracked down a passenger's forgotten package a full week later on his own time. That kind of dedication says a lot. Tours covering Pearl Harbor, the Road to Hana, and island-wide drives tend to be well-organized, on time, and thoughtfully paced. Included meals and pre-arranged tickets are a nice touch that takes the logistical stress out of sightseeing. A small handful of reviews mention occasional coordination hiccups, but these appear to be isolated rather than a pattern most visitors will encounter. For travelers wanting a relaxed, informative way to explore Hawaii without worrying about directions, parking, or planning, this is a solid choice. The experience rises and falls on your guide, and based on what most visitors report, you're likely in very good hands.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    My family did the 2B Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Highlights tour. We were picked up at our hotel and the entire trip/tour was seamless. Our driver, Kaloha was fantastic. She is very knowledgeable and enjoyed sharing as much as she could about the Hawaiian culture. Kaloha made for a great tour. I highly recommend this tour and it would be a bonus if Kaloha is your driver :^)

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    WAS 007

    August 29, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    My family did the 2B Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Highlights tour. We were picked up at our hotel and the entire trip/tour was seamless. Our driver, Kaloha was fantastic. She is very knowledgeable and enjoyed sharing as much as she could about the Hawaiian culture. Kaloha made for a great tour. I highly recommend this tour and it would be a bonus if Kaloha is your driver :^)

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    WAS 007

    August 29, 2026

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