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Unspoiled and unhurried, the island of Kauai is filled with lush rainforests, majestic mountains, velvet-green valleys, towering waterfalls and swaying palm trees lining its sun-kissed white sand beaches. With so much greenery, it?s no wonder this tropical island paradise is dubbed The Garden Isle.
Ninety miles across the Pacific Ocean from Oahu, Kauai is a mecca for active visitors. Rainforest trails and ocean cliffs invite hikers, bikers and zip-liners, while sea caves and warm tropical waters provide water sports and adventures galore. But it?s also a place to unwind and relax. You?ll find plenty of quiet spots in the rainforest to meditate and miles of beaches to absorb the sunshine. At night, watch the sun sink into the Pacific or feast and dance at a lively luau. It?s all about indulging your passions and pleasure on Kauai.
Best of Kaui: Must-do Experiences
Best of Kaui: Suggested Itineraries
A little more laid back than Oahu and more rugged than Maui, Kauai is an adventure seeker's dream. Snorkel and kayak along the rugged Na Pali Coast, bike and hike amid the lush grandeur of Waimea Canyon, or see Kauai on an adventure tour from the air while soaring on a zipline or from an airplane. Or maybe just unwind on a beach, a dinner cruise or a lively luau. Our three-day suggested itinerary will help you make the most of your time on this tropical wonderland.
Day 1: Hule'ia Waterfalls, Waimea Canyon & Mount Waialeale by Air
Get an early start for a morning of kayaking and hiking through Hule'ia National Wildlife Refuge. With the magnificent Haupu Mountain Range as your backdrop, you'll paddle and hike to a series of 3 pool-drop waterfalls with a swimming hole known as Hidden Falls. In the afternoon, take in the breathtaking scenery of Kauai on an air tour. You'll see Waimea Canyon (famously dubbed "the Grand Canyon of the Pacific" by Mark Twain), remote waterfalls, and the rain-soaked alien landscape of Waialeale Crater, which is officially one of the wettest spots on earth. Round off your evening with some kalua pork, lau lau and poi at a Hawaiian Luau.
Day 2: Forbidden Island Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise
Take to the water on a day trip to the mysterious Forbidden Island, Ni'ihau, for some of the best snorkeling in Hawaii. You'll travel in comfort about at 65 foot (20 meter) motor-powered catamaran, enjoying a continental breakfast while heading north-west along the majestic Napali coast in search of waterfalls, lush valleys and sea caves. Once your reach Ni'ihau, you'll float and watch the comings and goings of the magical aquatic world. Carved by ocean currents and waves for centuries, no other place in Hawaii offers such unique formations. End your day with Hawaiian sunset dinner cruise, where you can relax with a Mai Tai, enjoy a delicious feast, and watch a spectacular sunset in paradise.
Day 3: Zipping through the Jungle & Surfing Hanalei Bay
Begin your day with the ultimate Kauai adventure: soaring like a bird through the jungle on a zipline tour. You'll see breathtaking valleys and streams in the pristine, private grounds of the lush Kalihiwai area. You'll take a short walk through the treetops and over a waterfall on a suspension bridge, at the end of which lies an idyllic deep waterfall swimming pool. Here lunch is served while you swim, jump or just float around on inner tubes. Afterward, head to Hanalei Bay for a surf lesson.
Best of Kaui: Top 3 Places to Eat
Best of Kauai: Top 3 Hotels
In addition to these options, browse Kauai hotels at Uptake.com.
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
Experience the true essence of paradise at Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa. The lush grounds and incredible amenities of the Four-Diamond hotel in Kauai present many options for each guest to create their own personalized haven. The hotel's location enables you to easily explore the natural wonders Kauai, as well as nearby museums, galleries and shops. You can book The Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa at PerfectEscapes.com.
Unwind inside a luxury condo at this intimate beachfront resort, on Kauai's South Shore. Your spacious accommodation includes a full kitchen, up to two bedrooms and breathtaking Pacific Ocean views. Other highlights include attentive personal service, a beachside pool and easy access to snorkeling, surfing and other water activities.
From the highway it's hard to imagine the low-key tranquility that awaits oceanfront resort on a three-mile-long beach on Kauai's Coconut Coast. You can see stunning view of the ocean, beach and mountains from the spacious modern rooms and suites. Amid the resort's lush, tropical landscape are four pools, soothing waterfalls and tranquil lagoons.
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- Hotels around Kapaa from HotelsCombined.com
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