Kauai: Waimea Canyon and Koke'e Tour

Mark Twain nicknamed Waimea Canyon the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific". Experience nature's grandeur first hand on this guided tour with live narration. Gaze at the red cliffs of Waimea Canyon and enjoy a brief walk along a meandering path in verdant Koke'e State Park. Visit a coffee plantation and sample pure Kauai coffee. Watch the raw power of nature at Spouting Horn.

1. 1

   Spouting Horn

   15 min

   Crashing waves propel majestic jets of salt water through lava rock. One of the most photographed sites on Kauai.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   Pass by

   Panoramic views of a valley covered in trees and wild green sugarcane. Hanapepe was one of the locations visited by famous explored Charles Wilkes in 1840.

3. 3

   Swinging Bridge

   10 min

   Suspension bridge, built in the early 1900s for residents to cross the river.

4. 4

   Waimea

   Pass by

   Rich in paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) history, Waimea is quiet town with quaint shops and eateries.

5. 5

   Waimea Canyon State Park

   45 min

   Scenic views of the deep valley gorges with it's striking red soil covered in greenery...nicknamed the "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific". Waimea Canyon Lookout will be closed from 4/14/25 through approximately 12/8/25 for slope and foundation repairs. Pu‘uhinahina Lookout, which is already included on the itinerary, will now be the main canyon viewpoint. We’ll also adjust timing slightly to allow for more time at other highlights along the way.

6. 6

   Koke'e State Park

   1 hour

   Savor a delectable lunch on your own 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. Venture down a nature trail in Koke’e State Park for an easy stroll surrounded by native Hawaiian flora and fauna. The first portion of the hike is a gradual uphill stroll for about 30 yards, then the land levels; hugging the contours of the hill.

7. 7

   Waimea Canyon Trail

   20 min

   Waimea Canyon lookout point.

8. 8

   Kekaha Beach Park

   10 min

   Relax and sink your toes in the warm sand at this popular beach.

9. 9

   Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park

   15 min

   Historical trading location, established by Russians during brief stint in Hawaii in 1815.

10. 10

    Kauai Coffee Company

    35 min

    The largest coffee farm in the United States, visit the Kauai Coffee Estate and sample a rich cup of famous Kauai coffee.

• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.

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