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EXPLORE AT YOUR OWN PACE

Plan Your Kauai Visit

A little preparation makes more room for the good parts.

We suggest choosing a few must-do adventures first, then arranging the rest of your days by region. Keep a little flexibility for the weather, a favorite beach, and an unexpected food stop.

8 ideas to explore

Arrive with aloha

Getting started

Arrive with aloha

Lihue Airport is Kauai’s main arrival airport. We can welcome your party with a flower lei.

Plan your visit

Keep your flight details handy and allow time for luggage and transport.

Arrange your lei greeting
Plan by region

Getting around

Plan by region

Group North Shore, East Side, South Shore, and West Side activities into separate days.

Plan your visit

We allow extra time for traffic, stops, and the check-in instructions in our reservation.

Explore guided driving tours
Choose your must-do adventures

Booking tips

Choose your must-do adventures

Reserve your highest-priority tours first, especially when you have a short stay or a large group.

Plan your visit

Open the live calendar for current dates and prices. Call us when you need help fitting activities together.

Plan & book with us
Check park reservations

Before you go

Check park reservations

Hāʻena and Kilauea Point have specific entry arrangements that deserve advance attention.

Plan your visit

Check official instructions before driving to a reservation-controlled site.

Park access guide
Pack for your activity

Before you go

Pack for your activity

Bring sun protection, water, and an extra layer; add footwear and gear suited to your chosen tour.

Plan your visit

Use the trip details and your confirmation for exact clothing and equipment requirements.

Find your experience
Let conditions shape the day

Before you go

Let conditions shape the day

Rain, wind, surf, and mountain visibility can vary across the island.

Plan your visit

Check the current forecast and local advisories before outdoor plans.

National Weather Service outlook
Enjoy the ocean thoughtfully

Island care

Enjoy the ocean thoughtfully

Ask a lifeguard about the day’s conditions and choose a beach suited to your abilities.

Plan your visit

Give wildlife room, keep away from reef and coral, and follow posted signs.

Ocean safety & conditions
Support the places you visit

Island care

Support the places you visit

We encourage taking time with local food, cultural places, and small businesses.

Plan your visit

Stay on permitted routes, leave natural features in place, and carry out what you bring.

Find local shops

Before you go

Your tour confirmation is the place for exact check-in times, meeting points, requirements, and cancellation terms.

Official travel information →