UPDATED 2023: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you.

Schedule:

• Availability: Tuesday and Friday
• Tour Time: 5:30 AM
• Duration: 13 Hours 30 Minutes

Garden Island from Land & Sea

Experience the magic of island-hopping with our enchanting day tour from Oahu to Kauai. Our package includes convenient roundtrip airfare and a full day of sightseeing on a mini coach. 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.

View the sprawling landscapes of Kauai, the Garden Island, and uncover the mesmerizing locales that have set the stage for blockbuster movies and TV shows. Traverse the heart of this tropical paradise, surrounded by lush rainforests and majestic valleys. Stop at the culturally significant Birthing Stone, and Poli’ahu Heiau. Then, be captivated by the sheer beauty of Opaekaa Falls, a 150-foot waterfall cascading into a hidden pool below, featured in films like “Blue Hawaii.”

Traverse through the quaint Kapa’a Town, where the iconic dinosaur “egg-change” unfolded in Jurassic Park. Delight in a unique visit to Lydgate Chocolate Tasting Room (with chocolate samples). Immerse yourself in the cinematic charm of Kilauea Point Lighthouse Overlook, located at the Northernmost tip of Kauai, and famous for its role in “Lilo and Stitch.”

Conclude your day with lunch and exploration on your own in delightful Hanalei Town. Stroll through this charming country town, indulge in a local dining hotspot, and visit Tahiti Nui, the filming location of “The Descendants.” Complete your experience with a leisurely walk to Hanalei Beach, where the famous Hanalei Pier awaits, offering a perfect respite on your cinematic adventure in Kauai. Elevate your experience with an optional 45-minute “Eco Adventure” helicopter tour, available for an additional fee or return to Oahu from Lihue after enjoying the very best of Kauai.

Tour Highlights:

• Interisland flight from Oahu to Lihue
  • Birthing Stone & Poli’ahu Heiau
  • Opaekaa Falls
  • Kapa’a Town
  • Lydgate Chocolate Tasting Room
  • Kilauea Point Lighthouse Overlook
  • Hanalei Town
  • Hanalei Pier (walk from the town)
  • Lunch on own
  • Hanalei Valley Overlook
• Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Tour
  • Aerial Views of Hanapepe Valley
  • Soar over the Waimea Canyon
  • Cascading Waterfalls
  • Hanalei Bay
  • Mt. Waialeale

Recommendations:

• Guests are advised to NOT bring large or heavy bags on the flight.
• For best picture-taking and views during the helicopter ride, wear darker colors to reduce window reflection.
• Covered, walking shoes are recommended.

Restrictions/Requirements:

• In order to be in compliance with FAA regulations, we require the full names of all persons on tour with air transportation. International visitors must have a valid passport to fly interisland on these tours and all U.S. citizens must have a current government ID. This name must be exactly as it appears on your valid, government-issued photo identification. Air carriers will deny boarding if the passenger name, as shown does not match name on air ticket. If a passenger is denied boarding due to non-compliance with this requirement there will be no refund.
• The guest is responsible for transportation to and from the airport on their departure island.
• There is no Polynesian Adventure representative at the airport of your departure island. Please proceed to check-in and board your flight. You will meet your tour guide at your destination.
  Upon arrival to the destination, please exit baggage and meet the Polynesian Adventure vehicle in the Tour Bus pick area.
• Weight Restrictions: Due to FAA regulations, all passengers and bags must be weighed at check-in for the helicopter tour. Each passenger weighing over 240 pounds will be contacted and assessed a ‘comfort seat’ charge for an additional seat, payable directly to the tour operator. This is for the safety and comfort of all passengers. It is important to provide accurate body weight at checkout.
• People who have gone scuba diving must wait 24 hours before going on this tour.
• Mobile tablet devices are not allowed as they may impede the view of others. Go-Pros are welcomed on board as hand-held devices (no accessories/attachment handles).
• Occasionally, helicopter tours are unable to operate due to weather conditions. A refund of the helicopter portion will be provided.

Location: HONOLULU AIRPORT (DEPARTURES), Hawaiian Airlines ticket counter.
Address: 300 Rodgers Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96819
Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/19bU9sSmU7JjFj6e8

• Please proceed to the Hawaiian Airlines ticket counter to check in for your flight to Kauai. Check-in at 5:00 AM at the Honolulu Airport (Hawaiian Airlines counter). The approximate return from Kauai to Oahu is about 7:00 PM.

Special Notes:

• Flight confirmation will be emailed to you approx 1 week before your departure date.
• The airlines change their flight schedules frequently and at the last minute so please ensure that you check flight status on your own.
• If you require any special accommodations due to disability, please include them under the special requirements at the time of booking. 72 hours notice required prior to the date and time of service.
• The itinerary itself and order is subject to change based on current traffic and weather conditions.

There is a NO CANCELLATION & NO REFUND on all ONE-DAY FLYAWAY Tours. No name or date changes will be honored once booking is confirmed.