Where does the North Shore Kauai Driving Tour go?

The North Shore Kauai Driving Tour has two starting points, one in Kapaa, the other in Princeville and travels in a loop, ending where you began. No matter where you start you’ll still visit all the same spots.VERY IMPORTANTDo to a recent landslide, the road past Princeville towards Hanalei and Haena State Park has limited access. Please expect long delays and check this access schedule here to see what time the road is open. Plan accordingly based on the access schedule. In addition, entry to Haena State Park is limited and advanced reservations for all vehicles, walk-in entries, and shuttle riders are required. You can make reservations up to 30-days in advance at www.gohaena.com.PLEASE NOTE: you will NOT be able to drive past Hanelei without an advance reservation. Entry costs $5.00 per person. In addition, if you are parking the cost is $10.00 per car and the shuttle costs $30 per person (round trip). You can book shuttle, parking and entry reservations at www.gohaena.com.

What should I pack and budget for the North Shore Kauai tour?

Sneakers & hiking clothesWaterBug sprayTowelBathing Suit & sandals Sunscreen Sun Glasses and/or HatSnacksCar ChargerCameraCash (see budget below)How much you spend really depends on the activities you choose to do along the tour route, but here’s a breakdown of some costs. $14.99: Shaka Guide’s North Shore Kauai Tour$15.00 per person: Lunch$10.00 per person: Kilauea Lighthouse$20.00 per person: Limahuli Botanical Garden$5.00 per person: Local snack$1 for walkers; $5 to park; $15 shuttle reservations (includes entrance fee): Haena State Park Entrance

Where can I park along the road?

Please pay attention to all parking signs. Parking illegally on the Road to Hana can not only result in a ticket, it is extremely disrespectful to people who need to use this road everyday. The traffic on the road greatly impacts their lives, so you can help do your part by parking legally and adhering to all signs. We’ll advise you on where to park during the tour, and if there are no spots available, just wait for a spot to open up.

Can I join the North Shore Kauai Driving Tour along the route?

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

Can I take the tour in the opposite direction?

No, this tour travels west along the north shore of Kauai.

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Kauai's North Shore is filled with beautiful beaches, scenic hiking trails and picturesque resort towns. On this tour, you can snorkel at a beach surrounded by a vibrant coral reef, visit a scenic waterfall, check out a lighthouse and bird sanctuary, or explore a historic garden.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour:

•⁠ Snorkel at Anini or Tunnels Beach (past Hanalei)
•⁠ Visit the resort towns of Princeville and Hanalei
•⁠ Explore Limahuli Gardens
•⁠ Hike Okolehao Trail
•⁠ Hike the Kalalau Trail along the Na Pali Coast (past Hanalei)

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: 11:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Kapa’a and Princeville
Direction: Loop, ending where you began

*VERY IMPORTANT* Entry to Haena State Park is limited and advanced reservations for all vehicles, walk-in entries, and shuttle riders are required. You can make reservations up to 30 days in advance at www.gohaena.com. PLEASE NOTE: you will NOT be able to drive past Hanelei without an advance reservation. Parking and shuttle reservations are also required and available on the same site.

Even without a reservation, there is still a lot to see on this tour!

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Things to do on the Tour Include:

Okolehao Hike

Kalalau Trail

Limahuli Botanical Garden

Moloa'a Beach

Anini Beach

Lumaha'i Beach

Tunnels Beach

Ha'ena Beach

King Kong - Hole in Mountain

Kilauea Lighthouse

Hanalei Pier

Hanalei Valley Overlook

Secret Beach

Kahili Beach (Rock Quarries)

Hanalei Town

Kahalahala Beach

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Jen🍏
02 Jan 2026

This was a really well thought-out tour that followed our driving location with no need to skip from track to track. We learned so much not only about the landscape but about cultural experience and legends in the area. It was great to avoid going on google rabbit holes or wondering where the best viewpoints and hikes were, especially since much of the park is outside of cell service range. Thank you!!🤙🏼

Breanne43
01 Nov 2025

My husband and I made a last minute decision to use the Shaka guide for our Waimea Canyon day and we loved it so much! Honestly couldn’t imagine the day without it. We loved hearing the history of the island, that it was knowledgeable about stops to make, and most of all we loved the music (and wished there was more!) Was such a nice addition to our drive

kaykayalexa
15 Oct 2025

Our family dedicated a day to decorate Waimea and the Na Pali Coast and followed the Shaka Guide throughout the journey. The GPS system was incredibly helpful and the audio guide gave us an immense amount of knowledge of the surrounding area’s history. The stops along the way were definitely worthwhile (including The Lodge for lunch and JoJo’s shaved ice for dessert). Would highly recommend to any travelers hoping to drive to this part of the island!

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