Go to the beach! Kauai has more than 50 miles of gorgeous white sand beaches to choose from – more beach per mile than any other island in Hawaii! Altogether, 43 white sand beaches beckon to wile away the day. Kauai’s beaches are destinations to be explored and  discovered.

Historical Kauai – There are many places to visit, from Grove Farm in Lihue.  The Grove Farm is one of Hawaii’s earliest sugar plantations, and offers a museum display of Kauai’s heritage.

Waioli Mission in Hanalei is where the Wilcox family, one of Kauai’s most influential families, moved to the island in the 1800s. This historic New England-style home was shipped in pieces from Boston around Cape Horn and today stands as a showcase of koa wood furniture and other artifacts from that era.

Garden Isle Waterfalls. Kauai’s waterfalls are a year-round display of nature’s ability to keep the Garden Isle green and vibrant. In Lihue, one can drive right up to picturesque Wailua Falls. Other falls include Hanakapi’ai Falls, Kalihiwai Falls, Kapa’a Stream Falls, Kipu Falls, ‘Opeaka’a Falls and there are many more.

Kayak – Rent a kayak and leisurely paddle along one of the gentle rivers bordered by lush, tropical foliage. Or, journey by riverboat up the Wailua River to the famous Fern Grotto. In this beautiful, jungle-like setting, a natural amphitheater has been formed creating remarkable acoustics.

Explore the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” Waimea Canyon is a sightseer’s paradise – a mile wide, 10 miles long and more than 3,500-feet deep. Take in the stunning views from the lookouts or hike into the crater. The Kalalau Lookout is especially memorable with an unforgettable view of the once cultivated valley that descends 4,000-feet to the Pacific blue. After sightseeing, enjoy a picnic lunch at the top of the crater in Kokee State Park.

Take a Kauai Helicopter Tour. Fly above the vast scenic terrain of Kauai’s lush valleys and mountains. These helicopters have floor to ceiling windows to provide the best views.  Air-conditioned cabins, 2-way intercom system with the pilot, and noise canceling headsets. Some of the sights you will see on a Kauai helicopter tour include. Kipu Kai and the Tunnel of Trees, Hanapepe Valley and Manawaiopuna Falls, Olokele Canyon,  Waimea Canyon (known as  the Grand Canyon of the Pacific), Napali Coast seaside cliffs and valleys, sandy beaches, Hanalei Valley, Mt. Waialeale (the wettest place on earth) and Wailua Falls.  Some of the tours even include flying into the center of the dormant crater with 5000 ft. walls and waterfalls surrounding you. A once in a lifetime adventure.