Kauai Activities and Adventures

Kipu Ranch ATV provides the experience of a lifetime. See for yourself why this one time sugar cane plantation was chosen for such movie favorites as: "Raider's of the Lost Arc", "Mighty Joe Young", "Outbreak", "Lost World", "Jurassic Park","Hook", and "Six Days and Seven Nights".
Guests 6-15 years of age or those who cannot or do not wish to drive an ATV may go as a passenger on the special Kawasaki Mule (up to three passengers, no pregnant women please). Guests are taught to drive the ATV, then given time to practice. Snack provided.

Times: 8am/1pm daily Rate*: ATV $95/person; Mule $95/adult, $65 child 6-15), $75 senior (over 65)

ATV Koloa Tour. Adventure filled 3 hrs., tour Kauai's South Shore. Access many movie sites, ride thru a half-mile cane tunnel, and learn about Kauai's plant and animal life.
Times: 7am/3pm Rate $90/person

Waterfall Tour the ultimate off-road experience. A 4/hr adventure to two private waterfalls. Bring swimsuit. Gourmet, huge sandwiches provided.
Times: 8am/10am/1pm Rate*: $130/person

The "Mud Hog" Fun for the whole family! A 6-passenger dune buggy for kids 7 and up. Seats full size adult.
Times: schedule Rate*: $80 Koloa, $120 waterfalls

Kauai Coconut Beach Luau. Each evening, amid the gentle breezes and swaying coconut palms, as the sun sets, the sound of the conch shell and beating drums signal the beginning of the exciting Polynesian luau. You will be welcomed with a lei greeting and offered a Mai Tai from the open bar. Don't miss the Imu Ceremony, which is an earthen pit oven covered with hot rocks and ti leaves used to cook Kalua Pig. Enjoy an all you can eat buffet and all evening open bar. After dinner, watch and be amazed by the beauty of the hula and ceremonial dance. This is Kauai's best luau value, an evening not to be missed.

Rate*: Adults $55, Teens 12-17 $33, Children 3-11 $23

Hawaii Movie Tours The 2001 edition of Hawaii For Dummies from Frommers said "(Hawaii Movie Tours) offers the finest guided tour of Kauai, hands down. It's comprehensive, in-depth, and-most importantly-just plain fun."
"We have so much fun on this tour, it hurts. The one thing that doesn't hurt is the pocketbook. Economically priced, we wiz you around the island for five hours of fun, song, movies, sand, food and fun" Three choices are offered.

An off road adventure like none other in Hawaii. See the places Hollywood found deep in the jungle. Travel in the specially constructed "Theater on Wheels", incredible four wheel drive, 15 passenger vans outfitted with surround sound and video gear to show you the scenes, where they were filmed, deep in the interior of the island. After a delicious deli picnic lunch, you will tour Kipu Ranch. With 2,500 acres of lush meadows, stunning waterfalls and towering mountains, this is the working cattle ranch that has been home to some of Hollywood's biggest and best films. This tour can be rough. No bad backs or pregnant women.

Times: M-F, no holidays Rate*: Adults $113, Kids 5-11 $103.

Your other choice is the new air-conditioned mini-buses that are super comfortable. With two air conditioners, your body will never mist. A theater on wheels, a TV monitor and surround sound will bring the movies to you while at the location where they were filmed. Sing show tunes from South Pacific along with the cast! The most beautiful island on earth awaits you and the most unique tour in the world will show it to you.
Lunch provided.

Times: M-F, no holidays Rate*: Adults $95 Kids 11 & under $76. Children 4 & under require a car seat.

What a great day you will have with a full day of touring by ground and air. Add a 60-minute helicopter ride to either the Land Tour or the 4X4 tour. Both include lunch. There is a 72-hour cancellation policy in effect for this tour.

Rate*: $224.00 (Land Tour), $242.00 (4X4 Tour) Some weight restrictions apply. $100 surcharge for passengers over 250 lbs, or couples with a combined weight over 440 lbs.

Helicopter Tours. LOOKING FOR THE MAXIMUM ADVENTURE. Well then, don't miss out on the opportunity of flying in a Hughes 500 helicopter with guaranteed window seating. This is the "Ferrari" of helicopters, capable of speeds up to 140 mph, can fly around the island in a shorter amount of time. These helicopters and pilots are used for search and rescue on Kauai. You fly with the doors off, for the most AWSOME ariel experience and unequaled photo opportunities. Flying faster and smoother than other helicopters means more time spent over the most picturesque spots on our gorgeous island. See waterfalls and tropical rain forest views you won't encounter with any other company on Kauai. A special Waterfall Adventure lands at a remote waterfall for a cool dip in its fresh water pool with a picnic. NO ONE ELSE ON KAUAI OFFERS THAT.

Rate*: $180/person 60 minutes Deluxe Tour $250/person 2/hr. Waterfall Adventure Tour, Private weddings can be arranged.
(photos www.interislandhelicopters.com)

Kayak Adventures Explore the most beautiful spots on earth and discover the beauty of its lazy rivers, spectacular waterfalls and lush tropical vegetation. You can stop anywhere to explore, swim in pools beneath waterfalls, picnic, take a plunge off a rope swing or kayak to secluded beaches and go snorkeling.
A 5/hr tour! Also able to guide personal tours in groups of 4 - 24. Groups of 36 can be accommodated by special request.
Time: 7:45 M-F Rate*: $85/adults $65/Children (12 & under)

Sea Kayak Po'ipu A one day guided ocean kayak and snorkeling tour, Oct. - April. Winter is the season for Humpback Whales. After their long journey from Alaska each year, these gentle giants delight themselves in the warm Hawaiian waters for a season of birthing and frolicking. Delight yourself as these whales breach before you, or spot spinning dolphins, flying fish, and sea turtles. With luck you might see an endangered Monk Seal. Get wet and snorkel off Kauai's finest shores where land and bird life compliments a day of splendid paddling.

Time: 8am Rate*: $115/person

Na Pali Sea Kayak Voyage A one-day guided adventure May 15 - mid-Sept. This adventure made the cover of The National Geographic Adventure millennium issue as #2 of "America's Best - The Adventure 100". This will be a long, impressive day of warm coastal paddling and caving along the monumental Na Pali Coast with your island guide. Marvel at plunging waterfalls, hanging valleys and secluded beaches. Encounter Dolphins, Tropic Birds and elusive Monk Seals. Later, we pull ashore on the secluded beach of Milolii to rest, have lunch, swim, beach comb, visit an old Hawaiian fishing shrine or hike to a nearby plunging waterfall to wash the salt off. Reserve at least 3 wks. in advance.

Time: 6am Rate*: $165/person

Blue Lagoon Kayak All year Mon. - Sat. A three-hour guided tour along the scenic Hanalei River and Bay Reef lagoon. Safe family enjoyment with the land, water, fauna and flora genuinely interpreted. The perfect soft adventure for all ages, couples and families. 3 hrs of easy paddling, snorkeling and relaxing.

Times: 9:15am/1:15pm Rate*: $60/adult, $45/children under 12

Secret Falls Kayak All year Mon. - Sat. This 5/hr tour is a wonderful waterfall adventure for the whole family, combining idyllic paddling on the Wailua River and a hike to a remote bridal-veil waterfall. The setting for this jaunt is tranquil and tropical, the pace unhurried. Swim in the pool at the falls.

Times: 7:45am/11:15am Rate*: $85/adult $60/child under 12.

Discovery Tours - 7/Day-6NT Island-Wide Hiking and Paddling Exploration (6 person min. includes all island lodging, travel, dining and guides)
7/Day-6/NT Ancient Na Pali Quest Paddling, Hiking & Camping Expedition (4person min)
6 Day Guided Na Pali Coast Backpacking (4 person min)
Application required.

Boating Snorkeling, sightseeing, and whale watching tours to Na Pali and the Forbidden Island of Nihau.
A 61' Motor Catamaran Tour visits the waterfalls, lush valleys and sea caves of hidden Na Pali; then crosses the channel to the Forbidden Island for sightseeing. No other place in Hawaii offers such unique formations. The island history is presented over lunch. This is a 7/hr tour you will never forget.

Time: check-in 5:45am Rate*: $156/adult $109/child

Na Pali Sunset Tour Champagne, wine, beer, pupas and Kauai sunset - it doesn't get any better! Tours Na Pali then returns to Port Allen to watch the sunset. This 3 ½ hr. tour is available every evening.

Time: 2:15 Rate*: $79/adult $60/child

Sailing Na Pali & Snorkel Imagine the sounds of the sea as this 48' sailing catamaran glides across the water along the secluded Na Pali coast. This wonderful excursion aboard the "Leila" will sail to pristine snorkel sights. View waterfalls, sea caves, sheer cliffs and marine life. Breakfast or lunch included; all gear provided and snorkeling instructions given.

Time: 6:45am/12:45pm Rate*: $109/adult $75/child

Sailing, pure sailing fun, aboard "Lady Leanne II, a 42 ft. Pearson ketch-rigged yacht. This is Kauai's only monohull charter vessel. Safe, strong and proven in Hawaiian waters. Captain Marvin has sailed these waters year-round for more than a quarter century. He will identify Kauai's spectacular landmarks and marine life. Relax on shaded cushioned seating or choose a seat on deck. Freshwater showers, snorkeling gear, and lunch provided.

Rate*: $105/adult $85/child 4 hr. sail to Makua w/ snorkeling & lunch
Rate*: $60adult $55/childs 2 hr. spectacular sunset tour

Scuba These divers have been spending their time exploring our underwater world of Kauai for years. The former volcanic activity, which formed the island of Kauai, has caused our reef system, which can be found nowhere else in the world. Lava tubes, cracks & crevices supply homes for a wonderful variety of marine life. So if you are feeling a little adventurous, come and enjoy this dive adventure. These dive masters offer specialized diving and steer away from the routine. Choose the dive that is right for you.

Rate*: from $78 to $175 - 2 Day Certification course: $350

Surf Lessons You can learn to surf!! Expert lessons. Lesson time 1 ½ - 2 hrs.
Time: to be arranged Rate*: $65 per lesson/per person

Fishing Come aboard the 33' Sportfisher, "Seabreeze V", to experience the best fishing Kauai has to offer. Captain "Honeybear" Bob will troll with lures, live bait, dead bait, as well as bottom fish fish to hook that special fish for you. If you fly fish, bring your rods and your favorite flies. These guys can boast the highest catch rate going. The goal is for you to catch fish and go home happy with big game like Marlin, Ahi, Mahi-mahi, Ono; or bottom fish like Ulua (trevalle 20-40lb), Amber Jack (10-50lb), Grey Snapper (10-20lb one of the best eating fish). Gear, lures, ice, soft drinks provided (BYOB).

Rate*: 4 Hrs. Shared $90/person
6 Hrs. Shared $110/person
8 Hrs. Shared $140/person