Kauai is often called "The Garden Isle."
Getting to Kauai is usually expensive, because of its remote location, but once you are on the island, there are plenty of things to do that do not cost a lot of money. Some activities allow (or require) you to make reservations beforehand, which is a good way to plan for your trip and ensure that you will be able to do the activities you want to do on Kauai.
Tubing
Tubing is a great way to cool off from the hot Kauai sun and get an up-close tour of Kauai's dense rain forest. You will float along canals and through several tunnels as you take in the scenic ride. It is family-friendly, though kids must be at least 5 to participate. Kauai Backcountry Adventures takes reservations in advance for your tubing experience online or over the phone. Lunch is provided during the activity, and you will have a chance to jump off the tube and swim. Because of its popularity, you should reserve your tubing excursion at least four weeks in advance. Expect to pay about $100 per person.
Kauai Backcountry Adventures
3-4221 Kuhio Highway
Lihue, HI 96766
808-245-2506
kauaibackcountry.com
Bike Through Waimea Canyon
Book a trip to bike through Waimea Canyon. The scenic canyon views are second only to the Grand Canyon, and the ride is almost all downhill, so you do not have to be in tip-top shape to finish the ride. The tour, given by Outfitters Kauai, is 12 miles long and includes frequent stops for photos and brief talks about the history of the area. Expect to get up early; check in is 6 a.m., but coffee and fresh muffins are served immediately. The colors in the canyon at dawn are the most vibrant of the day. Expect to pay between $80 and $100 for adults and $70 to $80 for children ages 12 through 14. Children younger than 12 are not permitted.
Outfitters Kauai
2827A Poipu Beach Road
Poipu, HI 96756
808-742-9667
outfitterskauai.com
Surf's Up
Surfing is a popular activity for visitors to Kauai. Even if you have never stepped on a board, you will have fun learning the basics and getting up on some small, beginner waves. Kayak Kauai offers 90-minute surf lessons with certified instructors in Hanalei, Kauai's most famous surf town and surfing beach. The company guarantees that you will stand up on a wave in your first lesson. They use different surfboards for appropriate skill levels: foam boards for beginners and fiberglass boards for more experienced surfers. The lessons are offered daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Expect to pay about $50 per person; save a few bucks by booking in advance.
Kayak Kauai
5-5070 Kuhio Highway
Hanalei, HI 96722
808-826-9844
kayakkauai.com
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