Poipu & Koloa Town GPS Driving Tour

Poipu - Embark on a delightful journey through ancient Hawaiian Heiau, witness a blowhole, explore a tropical garden, enjoy stunning snorkeling beaches, take mini hikes, and drive to an ancient fishpond.

Prince Kuhio Park - Discover the story of Prince Kuhio and his heroic legacy!

Lawa’i Beach - Swim at one of the most beautiful beaches in South Kauai. You might even spot a turtle if you’re fortunate!

Spouting Horn - Marvel at this blowhole with a fascinating legend as it shoots water up to 50 feet high!

The Spa at Koloa Landing - Learn why this location was once the ideal stop for trade routes between the Americas and Asia.

Kāneiʻolouma Heiau - Visit the Kaneiolouma Cultural Complex, an ancient fishing village from the 1400s spanning 13 acres. Discover:

• remains of houses
• fishponds
• religious shrines, and
• altars with carved idols that have remained untouched for centuries

Shipwreck Beach - Begin your visit to Shipwrecks with a hike on the Maha’ulepu Heritage Trail for breathtaking panoramic views of the bay.

The trail from the beach leads to the top of a large rock cliff, offering an absolutely stunning vantage point.

Makauwahi Cave Trail - Just a short distance from Shipwreck Beach is Makauwahi Cave, an intriguing sinkhole within a large limestone cave.

Geologists believe the cave began forming up to 400,000 years ago as a sand dune. Today, it stands as one of Hawai’i’s richest fossil sites!

Puu Wanawana - Stop to view the Pu’uwanawana cinder cone, resembling a mini-volcano.

This cinder cone, along with lava rocks on the beach and other volcanic features scattered across these islands, narrates the story of Hawai’i’s formation.

Koloa Jodo Mission - This tour is rich in history, and the Koloa Jodo Mission Buddhist Temple is no exception.

This quaint temple was constructed in 1910 by Japanese immigrants who came to work in the sugar cane fields.

Menehune Fish Pond - After exploring Koloa Town, take an optional drive a few miles out to see a picturesque valley with a historically significant fishpond.

This ancient fishpond is said to have been built by the legendary Menehune, believed to be Hawai’i’s first inhabitants.

This fishpond is a marvel of ancient Hawaiian engineering, surrounded by beautiful scenery.

Poipu - After exploring Koloa Town or visiting the fishpond, head towards Lihue or return to Poipu to end your day at the beach, enjoy dinner, or shop.

Poipu & Koloa Tour - Start in Lihue

Koloa - Koloa is a delightful destination for the entire family. Take your time to stroll around the town and soak in its unique heritage.

• Take the tour when you want
• Tours NEVER expire
• Freedom to explore at your own pace
• Tour Start is Customizable
• Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
• Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
• Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
• Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
• Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive

• Parking fees
• Attraction entrance fees
• Meals
• Car rentals and crowded tour buses
• Admission fees

The Poipu and Koloa Town Tour takes you on a trip back in time from when ancient Hawaiian villages dotted the area all the way to the sugarcane plantation era.

Skip the tour bus and explore Kauai at your own pace for a fraction of the cost. Our app uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to historic sites and popular spots while telling you interesting stories along the way.

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Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.

• Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app
• The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
• Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
• Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device.
• Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting.
• The tour begins and ends just outside of Poipu and travels in a counterclockwise loop.
• You can also start the tour in Lihue.
• Expect to spend about 4-6 hours if you plan to do all the activities on the tour. We recommend beginning before 9 a.m.
• Poipu Beach Park is a great snorkel spot. Pack gear or rent it nearby at Nukumoi Surf Co.

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