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Kauai: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour

4.6

Kauai: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour

4.6
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Bestseller

2024

Duration: 10 hours
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Free cancellation
Pickup included

From
AUD 427.56

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Highlights

See Kauai from the first accessible Waimea Canyon lookout, then take in a different side of the island on a Wailua River cruise to Fern Grotto. A local guide shares island stories throughout the day as you view Opaekaa Falls, visit Kauai Coffee, and explore Hanapepe and Historic Waimea Town. In Old Koloa Town, enjoy free time to browse the shops and choose where to have lunch. The current itinerary includes one Waimea Canyon lookout. Other canyon viewpoints and Spouting Horn are temporarily excluded due to storm-related closures.

Itinerary

  • Wailua River State Park

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Board a spacious, open-air boat and cruise down Kauai's Wailua River encircled by miles of lush trees and tropical plants. Cool breezes lull you as the captain shares stories of ancient Hawaii when the river was flanked by multiple Hawaiian heiau (temples).
  • Fern Grotto

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Take a leisurely boat ride down the Wailua River to the famed "Fern Grotto" aptly named for the Boston Ferns dripping from the roof of a verdant cavern carved out of the mountain side.
  • Opaekaa Falls

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Cascading down into a hidden pool, this 151-foot-tall, 40-foot-wide waterfall is one of the island's most accessible major waterfalls.
  • Old Koloa Town

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Enjoy lunch on your own in historic Old Koloa Town, surrounded by its charming atmosphere.
  • Hanapepe Valley Lookout(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Waimea

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Explore Historic Waimea Town, a coastal community with deep roots in Kauai’s history. Enjoy time to stroll through town, browse local shops, and take in the relaxed atmosphere while your guide shares stories about the area’s past.
  • Waimea Canyon State Park

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Stop at the first accessible Waimea Canyon lookout to take in views of the canyon’s red cliffs and deep valleys and capture photos from the overlook.
  • Kauai Coffee Company

    35 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    The largest coffee farm in the United States, visit the Kauai Coffee Estate and sample a rich cup of famous Kauai coffee.

What's included

INCLUDED

Admission to Smith’s Wailua River boat ride to Fern Grotto
Scenic stop at the first accessible Waimea Canyon lookout
Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup and drop-off at select Kauai hotels from Poipu to Kapaa
Live narration by a professional driver/guide

NOT INCLUDED

Optional
Cruise port pick-up and drop-off
Lunch

Customer reviews

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The Kauai Waimea Canyon and Wailua River Boat Tour is highly praised for its knowledgeable and friendly guides, scenic beauty, and well-planned stops. Customers enjoyed the Waimea Canyon views, Wailua River cruise, and Fern Grotto. The tour is recommended for its informative guides and enjoyable experiences.

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.

Location

Provider

Polynesian Adventure Tours

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