North Shore Kauai Self-Guided Audio Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
North Shore Kauai GPS Driving Tour
20 stops
1
Before we get started visiting the picture-perfect beaches on this tour, pull over for a look at the Kalalea Mountain Range.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
2
Remember the 1963 show Gilligan’s Island? Well, this picturesque beach is where the first season was filmed! Take a stroll on the beach where Gilligan and his crew started it all.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Kahili Beach is also known as Rock Quarry Beach because of a former rock quarry nearby. This is a remote rural beach with no facilities, just lots of beauty. If you have time, wade through the stream if it is low enough and check out the far left side of the beach. There is a huge rock to climb on for an epic view of the bay.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
Located at the end of a scenic peninsula, the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge is home to a variety of local seabirds. Depending on the season there seem to be thousands of birds on the cliffs or in the skies. In the waters below, look out for spinner dolphins and monk seals in their natural habitat.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
5
Take a short, 15-minute hike to the shore where you’ll find a beautiful and secluded white sand beach. Why is it a secret, you ask? This spot was relatively unknown in the past making it a popular nudist beach for hippies. But it’s not so secret anymore. Today, the beach goes by its Hawaiian name, Kauapea, and is better known for its breathtaking beauty.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Anini Beach
Time to take out that snorkel gear! Anini Beach boasts the largest coral reef in Hawai'i and is considered one of the best snorkel spots in Kaua'i.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
7
Hanalei Valley Lookout
As you drive to Hanalei, on your right you’ll see a little shopping center for Princeville and to your left a scenic viewpoint. Pull over for a breathtaking view of Hanalei Valley with a patchwork of taro fields below and the lush mountains in the background.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
The Okolehau Hike is a challenging 5-mile hike with some serious elevation gain. But if you just want to get out of the car for a quick walk, hike the first half mile of the trail until you reach an electric pole. There you will find an overlook of the Hanalei Valley.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Hanalei
Hanalei is a charming seaside town with a famous pier, restaurants, and shopping. While you’re here, it’s a great spot to grab some lunch or pick up picnic supplies for lunch on the pier.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Just past Hanalei is a small beach called Kahalahala. The trail will go down into a forested area before emerging in front of a beautiful pristine beach. This is where Nellie Forebrush sang the song “I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair” in the musical South Pacific.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
This picturesque, huge, white sand beach is one of Kauai's most gorgeous. However, the steep sand slope creates a strong undertow and powerful waves that break directly on the sand.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Tunnels Beach
Tunnels is the quintessential snorkeling and diving beach. There's plenty to explore here with underwater lava tubes with an abundance of sea life. In fact, Tunnels is consistently listed as one of the best snorkel spots on the island.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
13
Strong ocean currents make Ha’ena Beach not so great for casual swimming. In fact, you may even see surfers out in the water cutting it up on the waves.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
14
There is a cave called Maniniholo. It’s the remains of an old lava tube, evidence of Kauai’s fiery volcanic past!
15
If you are not feeling up to a hike, perhaps you can consider a stroll in the Limahuli Botanical Garden, located next to Ha'ena State Park. The garden is home to dozens of endangered plants and showcases native Hawaiian flora and fauna.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
16
Ha'ena State Park is located at the end of the road. The popular state park features beautiful Ke'e Beach and the Kalalau Trail--one of the most ambitious hikes in Hawai'i. The 11-mile trail takes you along the steep cliffs of the Na Pali Coast.
17
Hanalei
Now, we’ll start making our way back to Kapa’a with two stops along the way. First, you’ll head back to Hanalei to visit the historic pier.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
18
Hanalei Pier
Hanalei Pier dates back to the late 1800’s. This picturesque pier stretches into Hanalei Bay and has been featured in a handful of movies, like Beachheads, South Pacific, and, more recently George Clooney’s The Descendants.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
19
This farm-to-table fruit stand serves up awesome tropical smoothies, fresh juices, and other delicious frozen treats. They also offer a neat variety of local fruits and vegetables.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
20
After your refreshing treat, you’ll begin making your way back to Kapa’a. On the return drive, you'll hear stories about King Kamehameha and his attempts to invade Kaua'i.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
North Shore Kauai Audio Driving Tour
1 stop
21
Kalalea Mountain
Pull over here for a view of the mountain side which has a curiously familiar face
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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