UPDATED 2024: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you.

Don’t miss the ultimate Waimea Canyon and Wailua River adventure to discover the breathtaking beauty of Kauai’s landscape. Immerse yourself in the experience while we handle the driving for you in our deluxe touring vehicle. Throughout the tour, our knowledgeable local guide shares captivating Hawaiian history, legends, and insider tips, enriching your exploration. Chilled bottled water and local treats are included, offering a refreshing taste of Hawaii.

Visit Waimea Canyon, a geological marvel featuring expansive peaks, valleys, and deep gorges. At the Waimea Canyon Lookout, marvel at the striking red soil covered in lush greenery, offering a panoramic view of nature’s grandeur.

Next, cruise down the Wailua River on a narrated two-mile open air boat ride through a meandering freshwater river, surrounded by the enchanting rainforest jungle. The adventure continues as you walk through the tropical rainforest to the renowned Fern Grotto, where a live performance of the Hawaiian wedding song serenades you in the midst of verdant surroundings.

Enjoy lunch on your own in historic Old Koloa Town, surrounded by its charming atmosphere.

Experience the power of nature at Opaekaa Falls, a majestic 151-foot waterfall flowing over basalt from ancient volcanic eruptions. The tour then takes you to the Spouting Horn Blowhole, showcasing Kauai’s scenic splendor and raw natural beauty.

Indulge in the flavors of Kauai at the Kauai Coffee Plantation Estate, the largest coffee farm in the United States. Sample an exclusive line of estate-grown Hawaiian coffee.

This all-encompassing adventure not only immerses you in Kauai’s stunning landscapes but also treats your taste buds to the island’s culinary delights.

Tour Highlights:

• Waimea Canyon – nicknamed “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific”, this epic natural wonder is over 10 miles long, 1 mile wide and more than 3,000 feet deep. The Waimea Canyon Lookout offers scenic views of the deep valley gorges with it’s striking red soil covered in greenery.
• Opaekaa Falls – This 151-foot-tall, 40-foot-wide waterfall is the most accessible major waterfalls on Kauai. ʻŌpaekaʻa” means “rolling shrimp,” which were once abundant in the stream.
• Spouting Horn Blowhole – crashing waves propel majestic jets of salt water through lava rock. One of the most photographed sites on Kauai.
• Hanapepe Valley Lookout – panoramic views of a valley covered in trees and wild green sugarcane. Hanapepe was one of the locations visited by famous explored Charles Wilkes in 1840 on his United States Exploring Expedition.
• Wailua River – narrated two-mile ride on an open-air boat down a meandering freshwater river.
• Fern Grotto – at the end of the Wailua River, walk through a tropical rainforest to a rock cave dripping in ferns. Listen to the melodious, live performance of the Hawaiian wedding song as you enjoy the verdant surroundings.
• Lunch on your own in Old Koloa Town

Includes:

• Smith’s Wailua River Boat Tour & Fern Grotto Tickets
• Waimea Canyon State Park Admission
• Round-Trip Transportation
• Expert, Live Narration

Schedule:

• Availability: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
• Tour Time: 7:45 AM
• Duration: 9 Hours 45 Minutes

Recommendations:

• Please wear comfortable attire and shoes. Many tours traverse uneven walking surfaces.
• Sturdy, closed-toe shoes are recommended.
• Bring a light sweater or jacket.

Location: Please see Transportation tab for available pick-up times and locations.

Special Notes:

• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to scheduled pick-up time.
• If you require any special accommodations due to disability, please include them under the special requirements at the time of booking. 48 hours notice required prior to the date and time of service.
• This tour does not operate on Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time and allow a 5-minute window for your driver to arrive.

Pick-up schedule:

• 7:45 AM – MARRIOTT WAIOHAI BEACH CLUB (lobby entrance)
• 7:45 AM – ASTON POIPU KAI (Front of Office Pe’e Rd)
• 7:45 AM – CASTLE KIAHUNA RESORT (4-way stop East Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – HYATT REGENCY KAUAI (Group Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – KIAHUNA PLANTATION (4-Way Stop-East Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – KOA KEA HOTEL (4-way Stop East Entrance) 
• 7:45 AM – KOLOA LANDING RESORT (Main Entrance-Poipu Rd)
• 7:45 AM – KUHIO SHORE CONDO (Front Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – LAWAI BEACH RESORT (Front Entrance) 
• 7:45 AM – MAKAHUENA (Front Entrance) 
• 7:45 AM – NIHI KAI VILLAS (Side Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – OUTRIGGER KIAHUNA PLANTATION (Upper Parking Lot-West Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – POIPU B & B INN (Front Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – POIPU KAI RESORT (Street-side, Poipu Rd)
• 7:45 AM – POIPU KAPILI (Front Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – POIPU PLANTATION RESORT (Front Entrance) 
• 7:45 AM – POIPU SHORES (Front Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – PRINCE KUHIO RESORT (Front Entrance) 
• 7:45 AM – SHERATON (POIPU) KAUAI (Ocean Lobby)
• 7:45 AM – SUNSET KAHILI CONDO POIPU (Front Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – THE POINT AT POIPU (Front Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – WAIKOMO STREAM VILLAS, POIPU (Main Entrance)
• 7:45 AM – WHALERS COVE (Front Entrance) 
• 8:00 AM – KAUAI BEACH RESORT (Front Entrance) 
• 8:00 AM – KAUAI BEACH VILLAS (WYNDHAM) (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – CORAL REEF HOTEL (Front Entrance) 
• 8:15 AM – HOTEL CORAL REEF KAUAI (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – ISO (MOKIHANA) (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – KAPAA SHORES (WORLDMARK) (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – KAUAI KAILANI (Front Entrance) 
• 8:15 AM – OUTRIGGER (KAPAA, KAUAI) WAIPOULI BEACH RESORT (front of the porte-cochere (public parking: turn right upon entering property) 
• 8:15 AM – PONO KAI RESORT (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – GARDEN ISLAND INN (Front Entrance) 
• 8:15 AM – ASTON ISLANDER ON THE BEACH (by Sign at Parking Lot)
• 8:15 AM – HILTON GARDEN INN KAUAI (Front Entrance) 
• 8:15 AM – KAHA LANI RESORT KAUAI (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – KAPAA SANDS RESORT (Front Entrance) 
• 8:15 AM – KAUAI COAST RESORT (Front Entrance) 
• 8:15 AM – KAUAI (HONU’EA) INTL HOSTEL (KIH) (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – KAUAI SHORES (Front Entrance-Papaloa Rd) 
• 8:15 AM – LAE NANI (Front Entrance-Papaloa Rd) 
• 8:15 AM – OUTRIGGER LAE NANI (Front Entrance-Papaloa Rd)
• 8:15 AM – PLANTATION HALE (Front Entrance) 
• 8:15 AM – SHERATON KAUAI COCONUT BEACH (formerly Courtyard Marriott) (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – SHERATON KAUAI COCONUT BEACH RESORT (Front Entrance)
• 8:15 AM – WAILUA BAY VIEW CONDO (Main Entrance) 
• 8:30 AM – LIHUE AIRPORT (ARRIVALS) (Hawaiian Air Baggage Claim)
• 8:30 AM – BANYAN HARBOR RESORT (Front Entrance)
• 8:30 AM – KAUAI INN (Small Boat Entrance) 
• 8:30 AM – KAUAI PALMS (Front Entrance) 
• 8:30 AM – MOTEL LANI (Front Entrance)
• 8:30 AM – ROYAL SONESTA KAUAI RESORT (prev KAUAI MARRIOTT) (Front Entrance)
• 8:30 AM – TIP TOP MOTEL (Front Entrance

Itinerary:

• Opaekaa Falls
• Wailua River/Fern Grotto
• Lunch on your own in Old Koloa Town
• Waimea Canyon
• Kauai Coffee
• Spouting Horn