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Waimea Canyon Tour: Explore Kauai's Natural Beauty
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554 Ratings
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Discover Waimea Canyon’s grandeur, stroll Koke’e Park, savor Kauai coffee, and witness Spouting Horn’s power on this guided tour.
Discover Waimea Canyon’s grandeur, stroll Koke’e Park, savor Kauai coffee, and witness Spouting Horn’s power on this guided tour.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Spouting Horn - Waves crash and send impressive jets of saltwater through the lava rock, making it one of Kauai’s most photographed spots.
- Hanapepe Valley Lookout - Enjoy sweeping views of a valley lush with trees and wild green sugarcane. Hanapepe was visited by the renowned explorer Charles Wilkes in 1840.
- Swinging Bridge - This…
- Spouting Horn - Waves crash and send impressive jets of saltwater through the lava rock, making it one of Kauai’s most photographed spots.
- Hanapepe Valley Lookout - Enjoy sweeping views of a valley lush with trees and wild green sugarcane. Hanapepe was visited by the renowned explorer Charles Wilkes in 1840.
- Swinging Bridge - This suspension bridge, constructed in the early 1900s, was designed for residents to cross the river.
- Waimea - Steeped in the history of the paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy), Waimea is a peaceful town with charming shops and eateries.
- Waimea Canyon State Park - Offers breathtaking views of deep valley gorges with striking red soil covered in greenery, earning it the nickname “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” The Waimea Canyon Lookout will be closed from 4/14/25 to approximately 12/8/25 for slope and foundation repairs. The Pu‘uhinahina Lookout, already part of the itinerary, will now serve as the main canyon viewpoint. Timing will be adjusted slightly to allow more time at other highlights along the route.
- Koke’e State Park - Enjoy a delightful lunch at Koke’e Lodge (with a 10% discount for Polynesian Adventure guests). A $3 donation to the Koke’e Natural History Museum, supporting preservation efforts, is included in your honor.
Explore a nature trail in Koke’e State Park for an easy walk surrounded by native Hawaiian flora and fauna. The first part of the hike is a gentle uphill walk for about 30 yards, then the terrain levels out, following the hill’s contours.
- Canyon Trail - Offers a lookout point over Waimea Canyon.
- Kekaha Beach Park - Unwind and feel the warm sand between your toes at this popular beach.
- Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park - A historical trading site established by Russians during their brief stay in Hawaii in 1815.
- Kauai Coffee Company - Visit the largest coffee farm in the United States, the Kauai Coffee Estate, and enjoy a rich cup of the famous Kauai coffee.
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at specific Kauai Hotels
- Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick-up and drop-off at specific Kauai Hotels
- Tour narration by a professional driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Port pick-up and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Port pick-up and drop-off
- Lunch
Additional Information
Mark Twain referred to Waimea Canyon as the ‘Pacific’s Grand Canyon’. Get a personal encounter with nature’s magnificence during this guided trip with live commentary. Behold the reddish cliffs of Waimea Canyon and take a short stroll along a winding trail in the lush Koke’e State Park. Tour a coffee farm and taste authentic Kauai coffee. Observe the…
Mark Twain referred to Waimea Canyon as the ‘Pacific’s Grand Canyon’. Get a personal encounter with nature’s magnificence during this guided trip with live commentary. Behold the reddish cliffs of Waimea Canyon and take a short stroll along a winding trail in the lush Koke’e State Park. Tour a coffee farm and taste authentic Kauai coffee. Observe the formidable force of nature at the Spouting Horn.
- Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.
Location
Spouting Horn
South Shore,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(554 Ratings)
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David_d
Mar 24, 2026
Great Tour, fabulous Tour Guide - Johnna was great! Very friendly and extremely knowledgeable! She is good people! Very caring as well. We had someone get sick and she made every effort to insure they were ok.
The views were simply amazing, especially for Jurassic Canyon! OMG! STUNNING!! Overall, nice, easy bus trip. Definitely minimal walking, so if that is what you expected, then you want to look at something else. I’d take it again, especially if she was the Guide.
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Megan_k
Mar 24, 2026
Such a wonderful day... - Such a wonderful day seeing the sights. Our tour guide Jonna was fantastic sharing the history of the island and stories. The views of the canyon were gorgeous.
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Christina
Mar 9, 2026
Incredible experience, amazing guide 🙌 - Wow , just wow. This tour was the perfect way to start my solo trip to Kauai. Our guide , Sabrina, was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so many great local pearls and stories from her own life to enrich our history lessons as we traveled. This is my first solo trip and I was able to chat with my guide and get some tips for the week and felt very included in the group.
Now the stops themselves..... woah! The sites and sounds of this beautiful island are just breath taking. Sabrina took care to ensure we got the best possible views of each spot and gave ample time for pictures and exploring.
Thank you so so much for making my trip unforgettable 💗
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Billandjeanne_v
Mar 8, 2026
A Day at the Canyon - This was a great adventure! The guide, Sabrina, was very knowledgeable about the local customs and sights. The tour was all day and well worth the cost. We were picked up and dropped off at a convenient hotel (was not ours on the north side- but easy to access). It was actually a relief for us not having to drive to the west and south sides of the island. We could enjoy the sights without having to worry about directions or traffic. The tour made additional stops that we likely would not have known about if we had to make the drive on our own. The views of the canyon were amazing, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. We would definitely recommend this tour for people to participate. It could also be a good activity for a final day on the island where you are trying to do something all day waiting for the red eye flight at the airport. The tour bus will pick up and drop off at the airport.
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Guide04688374263
Mar 5, 2026
Take this tour - Sabrina did such a great job explaining all that we saw and giving us plenty of information about the history of the island. We highly recommend the tour, the company and even the guide
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Gaby_l
Feb 22, 2026
Highly recommended - The tour guide John is very knowledgeable and humorous, making our trip full of fun. He brought us to see the Waimea canyon from different angles. He also a great photographer!
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Craig_k
Feb 21, 2026
The sites visited were... - The sites visited were spectacular, and our guide, John, was a wonderful, warm, and knowledgeable host.
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Bonnie_m
Feb 17, 2026
Was worth the trip, all... - Was worth the trip, all entrance fees were paid with the tour. The guide was well informed and helpful
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Jack_f
Feb 27, 2026
Absolutely beautiful, the... - Absolutely beautiful, the lookout points are fantastic. We went in winter so everything was lush and green. Places to stop along the way are cute and fun. Road up mountain is naturally windy and a little rough, our guide John was funny and helpful.
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Paul_c
Mar 1, 2026
Weather Permitting - The driver/tour guide was very nice. The “spouting horn” was disappointing. The sound of the water was great but the water did not shoot up very high. The canyon was beautiful and the rating reflects that while there, the fog rolled in very thickly. Overall, it was a nice experience.
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