WAILUA VALLEY AND WATERFALLS TOUR

Duration
4-6 hrs
Audio Points
78
Tour Stops
16

About The Tour

Kauai is also called the Garden Isle, and for good reason -- its green landscapes are formed from tropical jungles and lush mountain ranges. On the Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour you’ll uncover the history of Hawaii’s oldest island at historic sites, hiking trails and waterfalls. Here are just ...

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Kauai is also called the Garden Isle, and for good reason -- its green landscapes are formed from tropical jungles and lush mountain ranges. On the Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour you’ll uncover the history of Hawaii’s oldest island at historic sites, hiking trails and waterfalls.

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

•⁠ Hike Sleeping Giant Trail
•⁠ Check out Wailua Waterfall
•⁠ Snorkel at Lydgate Beach Park
•⁠ Meditate at Kauai’s Hindu Monastery (closes at noon)
•⁠ Check out ‘Opeaka’a Waterfall
•⁠ Visit the Fern Grotto at Smith's Tropical Paradise
•⁠ Take a stroll at Kehua Arboretum

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Lihue and Kapa’a
Direction: Loop, ending where you began

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Sample Tour Audio

Kapa'a Town Intro
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Mo'ikeha Railroad Bridges
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Optional left turn - Japanese Lantern Monument
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Tour Stops

Pono Market
Konohiki Seafoods
Sleeping Giant West Hike
Keahua Arboretum Trail
Kuilau Ridge Trail
Ho'opi'i Waterfalls Hike
Kauai Hindu Monastery
Lydgate State Park
Opaeka'a Falls
Rising Sun Heiau and Hauola Heiau
Holoholoku Heiau
Birthing Stones
Poliahu Heiau
Kapa’a Town
Views of Sleeping Giant
Wailua Falls

Tour Route


Customer Reviews

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100% worth it!!

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

Breanne43 | 1 month ago | iOS

Family Loved the Waimea & Na Pali Tour!

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!

kaykayalexa | 1 month ago | iOS

Just finished the Waimea and Na Pali narrated tour, and thoroughly enjoyed it!! Uncle Shaka's directions and stories made the drive along beautiful nature that much better! Kauai is stunning!! Looking forward to our next adventure - Poipu and Koloa!

Kari Green | 3 months ago | Android

How to see Wailua Falls?

Drive to Wailua Falls viewpoint - you can’t hike to the falls, but the viewpoint offers the perfect vantage point to take in this stunning waterfall. Get turn-by-turn directions to Wailua Falls on Shaka Guide’s Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour.

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How many waterfalls are there on Kauai?

Kauai boasts about 100 waterfalls. Kauai is also known as the Garden Isle for its lush landscapes. From rugged coastal cliffs to abundant rainforests - Kauai’s diverse scenery is a sight to behold.

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What are the best Waterfalls in Kauai?

Of Kauai’s many waterfalls - Opaekaa, Wailua, and Ho'opi'i Falls are some of our favorites. You can visit all three on Shaka Guide’s Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour.

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What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
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Tour FAQs

Where does the tour go?
The tour begins in Lihue or Kapa’a and is completed in a clockwise loop ending where you began. Most of the tour is spent exploring the rainforest area of Wailua valley. Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour! Kapa’a Town Wailua Waterfall‘Opeaka’a WaterfallSleeping Giant HikeSmith's Tropical ParadiseKauai Hindu MonasteryLydgate State ParkFor help planning your day check our Wailua Valley and Waterfalls suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go!
What should I pack and budget?
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 Wailua Valley & Waterfalls Tour $15.00 per person: Lunch $5.00 per person: Local snack$10 for adults; $5 for children: Entrance to Smith’s Tropical FarmThe Hindu Monastery is free to enter, but donations are accepted
Can I join the Reverse Road to Hana 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 can only be done in a clockwise loop. 
Other Questions? Contact Us!
Do you have other questions that we didn’t list here? Feel free to message us through the in-app chat box, Facebook Messenger, our email, or give us a call at 1-888-250-2261. We will be glad to help and answer your questions as soon as possible!Mahalo,Shaka Guide

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