Things to do in Lihue, Kauai

Fly doors-off over Kauai’s waterfalls, canyons, and sea cliffs in a Hughes MD500

Take a doors-off helicopter flight over Kauai’s canyons, cliffs, and waterfalls

See Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and Jurassic Falls on a private 50–60 minute flight

Rappel two secluded waterfalls on private land after a safety lesson

Swim behind a 60 ft waterfall on a guided hike to two secluded falls

Paddle and surf Kalapaki Bay with an expert waterman in a 45 minute outrigger canoe session

See Kauai’s hard-to-reach sights on a private 1-hour helicopter flight

Get closer to the action with premier seating, open bar access, and a vibrant Polynesian fire show.

Dine at Gaylord’s at Kilohana Plantation, then enjoy premium Luau Kalamaku seating

Savor a buffet luau with open bar and ride the Kauai Plantation Railway before the Kalamaku show

Enjoy standard seating, round-trip transportation, and a Kauai Plantation Railway train ride

See Kauai from above on a 65-minute narrated air tour

Go doors-off over Kauai on a Hughes 500 helicopter flight

Experience Kauai's longest zip lines and soar hands-free across historic plantation scenery

Paddle the Wailua River & hike to a 120-foot waterfall with a knowledgeable guide

Dive two sites with a guide and snacks aboard custom Hawaiian Radon boats

See Waimea Canyon lookouts and Kauai’s South Shore in a small group

See waterfalls, historic sites, and local flavors without driving

Ride a small zodiac to Nā Pali Coast cliffs, sea caves, and snorkel spots

Dive Kauai’s south shore on a 2-tank boat dive with small groups and included gear

Dive Koloa Landing on a guided 2-tank shore dive with gear included

Try scuba diving at Koloa Landing with a PADI Discover Scuba Diving shore lesson

Dive Koloa Landing with a scooter for more distance and longer bottom times

Dive Koloa Landing at twilight, then explore the reef after dark in small groups

Snorkel remote south shore reefs by fast Zodiac with expert crew in a 3-hour adventure

Certified divers tackle drift dives up to 100 ft on a 4.5-hour morning charter

Discover Koloa Landing’s marine life with a twilight dive followed by a night dive

Ride an open-air truck through Kauai Coffee’s estate and savor a fresh cup at the finish

Explore remote Niihau and the dramatic Napali Coast on a 7-hour cruise with snorkeling, meals, and drinks.

Sail a 50' catamaran along Kauai's cliffs and dive in for guided snorkeling with gear and lunch provided

Ride a 37’ super raft along the Nā Pali Coast with a morning snorkel stop

Cruise the Nā Pali Coast at sunset with dinner and drinks

Savor a Kauai sunset with dinner, drinks, and coastal views

Cruise the Nā Pali Coast by super raft with a snorkel stop

Explore a regenerative food forest and savor a 100% island-sourced family-style meal.

Explore an organic cacao farm and savor an extensive tasting of over 20 Hawaiian chocolates in just three hours.

Paddle Hanalei River and Bay, snorkel vibrant reefs, and enjoy a deli lunch on a secluded beach

Snorkel and cruise Nā Pali from Hanalei Bay on a 4-hour power catamaran

Cruise the Nā Pali Coast from Hanalei Bay with snorkeling and sea-cave views

Cruise the Nā Pali Coast from Hanalei with snorkeling, sea caves, and lunch