Kauai Waterfalls & Food Tasting-Small Group Tour

4.9
(70 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

The Kauai Waterfalls and Food Tasting is the perfect mix of stunning natural sites, history, local food tasting, and a dash of humor. We call it short & sweet!

We will take you on a in depth journey of Kauai's Eastside. Take the day off from driving, relax and marvel at the beauty of Kauai while our expert guides show you the magic of our island unfold every step of the way. We will visit 2 waterfalls, a local bakery, a chocolate tasting room, a beautiful beach park, and an archeological site. We will enjoy lunch at the historic Kapaa town, where you will have many choices from food truck, and smoothie bars to restaurants.

This is a mother and daughter owned business with over 17 years of guiding experience on island. Your purchases on this tour support locally owned mom and pop shops.

Our Groups are small and intimate, and our vehicles are comfortable and air conditioned.

We look forward to creating memorable experiences with you.

*Full description under "What to expect"

What's Included

Map of Kauai
Air-conditioned vehicle
The chocolate tasting is free but optional
Bottled water, cold
Gratuities
bakery items, lunch and any food for purchase along the way

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kukui Grove

    We will meet all our travelers by the Kauai Bakery. It is time to set the mood right for the day with an introduction to the legendary Portuguese doughnuts known as malasadas. Get ready for a delicious sweet treat. Coffee and other savory treats are also available for purchase. Please arrive at 8:00am so you have time to enjoy some coffee and pastries before the start of the tour.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Menehune Fish Pond

    This is no ordinary pond, it is a jurassic size pond built in ancient times by the first inhabitants of Hawaii, the people from the Marquesas Islands. Marvel at the beautiful surroundings as we drive you through the Kipu Kai area. Learn about the fascinating legend of the Menehunes, the archeological and cultural importance of the pond. Many Hollywood movies have been filmed in this area. We will stop in two areas to take many pictures.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Wailua Falls

    Last but not least is time to visit one more waterfall, because you can't never have enough waterfalls. Iconic Wailua Falls was featured on the opening scene of the Fantasy Island Tv show. You will have plenty of time for pictures. The perfect closure for a tour.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Lydgate Beach Park

    Time to take a stroll down the path by the beautiful Lydgate Beach Park, where you can soak your feet in the famous Morgan Ponds, learn about the ancient temple of worship were Hawaiians greeted the rising sun daily, the city of refuge, and more. This is a leisure walk for all age groups. you will have many picture opportunities.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Opaekaa Falls

    At this stop you will walk to visit two sites, Opaekaa Falls and the Wailua River lookout, located in Wailua town where the Hawaiian royalty lived in ancient times. Beautiful views and many picture ops await for you here.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Lydgate Farms Kauai Chocolate

    In Kapaa town we will visit the tasting room of Kauai's premier chocolatier, Lydgate Farms. You will have an opportunity to sample chocolate crafted on island and from Kauai grown cocoa beans. Every bite will tantalize your senses and leave you wanting more.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Wailua Homesteads Park (Pass by)

    Drive through the backcountry of Wailua Homesteads on our way to Kapaa town. Enjoy stunning views of Mount Waialeale, Kauai's tallest mountain, and the center of the island. Get to see where locals live.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Kapaa

    We make eating fun and that's why for lunch we visit Kapaa town, where you will have many choices from food trucks and smoothie bars to restaurants. Your purchase will be supporting local mom and pop shops.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Sleeping Giant Trail

    Last but not least, we will take you on a lovely drive on Kapaas bypass road. Enjoy the views of our famous Sleeping Giant Mountain, while we share the story of this mythical man who saved the day for the common people in ancient times.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • IF YOU DON'T RECEIVE A TEXT FROM US THE DAY BEFORE THE TOUR BY 5PM CONTACT US ASAP TO MAKE SURE THE TOUR IS CONFIRMED, SPECIALLY IF YOU ARE BOOKING LAST MINUTE, ARE AN INTERNATIONAL TRAVELER WITH NO US PHONE NUMBER, OR YOU BOOKED THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENCY. A VIATOR OR TRAVEL AGENT CONFIRMATION IS NOT ENOUGH, THEY DON'T OPERATE THE TOUR, WE DO. We are a very small family business and sometimes we need to change the start time or we might get sick, have vehicle problems or have weather issues that impede us to operate. It is your responsibility to make sure either you or your travel agent provides us with a good number to contact you in case of changes or tour cancellations. Booking through third parties can sometimes be problematic and cause e a delay in our communications. WE UNDERSTAND YOUR VACATIONS IS IMPORTANT AND WE WANT TO BE A PART OF IT BUT PLEASE BE KIND AND UNDERSTAND SOMETIMES THINGS HAPPEN THAT ARE OUT OF OUR CONTROL. We appreciate your understanding.
  • If you are over 250 lbs contact us via phone, text or WhatApp to make seating arrangements.
  • International travelers please reach out to us
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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