Over 100 years ago Mark Twain, first viewed the Waimea Canyon and nicknamed it the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific". Waimea Canyon on Kauai is the largest canyon in the Pacific and is a dramatic sight to behold. The canyon measures 10 miles long, 1 mile wide, and more than 3,500-feet deep. It was carved thousands of years ago by rivers and floods that flowed from Mount Waialeale's summit which receives an average of 440 inches of rain a year, making it the wettest spot on earth.
The lines in the Waimea Canyon walls depict different volcanic eruptions and lava flows that have occurred over the centuries. Even though it is smaller than the Grand Canyon of Arizona, Waimea Canyon rivals it's beauty. Numerous lookouts and hikes offer terrific views of every aspect of this natural wonder. The elevation of Waimea Canyon makes the air 10-15 degrees cooler than in the valley and by afternoon many areas are often shrouded in clouds.
SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS:
- Hanapepe Lookout
- Waimea Canyon
- Spouting Horn
- South coast Poipu Resort drive-through
- View Koloa Sugar Mill and Queen Victoria's profile (except passengers from the Poipu area)
Schedule Details
Kauai Waimea Canyon Experience
Departure Dates:
Daily
Unavailable Dates:
- New Years Day (1 January)
- Thanksgiving Day (27 November)
- Christmas Eve (24 December)
- Christmas Day (25 December)
- New Years Eve (31 December)
Departure Point:
Tour departs from most Kauai hotel located in Poipu, Lihue and WailuaDeparture Time:
- Tour departs at:
- Lihue and Wailua hotels - between 7:30am and 7:45am
- Poipu hotels - between 8:30am and 8:45am
Return details:
Tour returns to original point of departureHotel Pickup:
- Hotel pick-up is provided from most Kauai hotels. Please enter the name and address of your hotel at time of booking and call 24-hours prior to tour commencement to re-confirm your pick-up time and hotel. Cruise ship/port pick up is not available.
$ Pricing Information
- Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote, select a date
- Infants aged 0 - 2 years are free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat
- Child prices are applicable for children aged 3 - 11 years
- Prices are per person.
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Additional Information
Kauai Waimea Canyon Experience
Inclusions:
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
- Transportation by air-conditioned motorcoach or mini-coach
- Hawaii State Taxes
Exclusions:
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info:
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking
Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.