kauai falls

Meet the twin waterfall is the Opaekaa Falls, this one's just right outside of Wailua. It's pretty close from the town. They're 151 foot waterfalls, two waterfalls that go down, they flow year round. They're a little far away to see but they're kinda neat. And on the other side I actually think the view into the river just across the street from the scenic outlook, I actually think  that might be cooler than this waterfall. But there's a few river outlooks along this road to the waterfalls as well. If you like blow holes and who doesn't like blow holes check out the Spouting Horn Park. Here there are  five different blow holes, the main blow hole, right back there, there's an  observatory to see it. It makes a moaning sound when it squirts. And the moaning sound is owed to the Hawaiian legend that this part of Kauai was once guarded by a lizard and so.

There's also a little flea market selling trinkets and souvenirs, you can  check that out, though you might find better souvenirs on other parts of the   island. For a cool coastal hike on the South Shore of Kauai, check out the  Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail. I'm sure to have mispronounced that but it's just next to the Grand Hyatt Kauai. And here you can hike along the coast and see the undeveloped Kauai coast. By the way it also is pretty windy in Kauai, they have pretty big trade winds so be prepared to be blown a little bit. But this trail, pretty casual, it runs in front of the Poipu Golf Course. One of the nice part about the hiking trail here 'cause it's right next to the coast and the wind keeps it cool and there's actually a decent amount of shade on it. And it's sand so it's soft, there's a lot of sharp things though so make sure you wear good footwear if you're gonna hike this trail.

Kauai has lots of old quaint historic towns. My favorite of them is this one, it's Old Kapaa Town. And the thing to know about these towns is they often have one night a month or a certain night a week they stay open late and  have festivals. In Old Kapaa Town it is the first Saturday of every month the stores, restaurants are opened late, 5 to 9 p.m. So there's special stands set up, there's musicians maybe you can hear some drums in the  background, very lively. So if you're staying near one of these historic towns check out what their late night a month they stay open. The one that we went to, we didn't go to the late night one, we just went there at night  was Hanapepe Town. And at night that historic town it is a ghost town.

And I think Hanapepe Town is a ghost town but at night extra ghost town.

Then after you're done exploring Old Kapaa Town if you're here in the  daytime you can visit the beach, just two blocks over and it's also got a  beachfront sidewalk so you can walk over there too.

Kalapaki Beach in front of the Kauai Marriott is a popular beach that is fairly protected from the water so this is a great place to swim, it's a sandy  bottom, not too many currents here. It's also really popular place for stand up paddle boarding. Also around this beach is the famous Duke's  restaurant and there's a number of other restaurants and shops right in this area as well. So just and you can see it's a big wide sandy beach, pretty peaceful and open. All you have to do is find the Marriott which is this big building right up here. It's kind an ugly and pink, you can't miss it. But that's the Marriott and this is the beach.

Right next to the beach in the Anchor Cove Shopping Center is one of four Kauai locations of the ABC Stores. Stop here to pick up all your sundry  needs and Hawaiian souvenirs.

Check out Kauai's North Shore for the lush most Jurassic Park side of the island. As you can see a lot of clouds here, the mountain formations cause clouds and rain, they get the most rain out here. Also the beaches on this side of the island, the best in the summer, they're kind calm in the winter, they can be kind of choppy. For the best views head out to the St. Regis in Princeville, that's where I'm standing right now. There's about eight parking spots in front of it or the valet will actually valet park you for free. Then the beaches, they're down below you can either get there via 200 steps or a couple elevators through the property.

This is the beach, beachy, beachy, beachy but there's these trees on the beach and there's a stream and there's dead trees and there's rocks and then pretty soon there's something back here that looks like Jurassic Park. I mean, I just hope there aren't any dinosaurs. In front of the St. Regis Princeville, they've got a display that tells you that here where the hotel is   now used to be the site of a former Russian fortress. In fact, there were two of them in Kauai by this famous Russian that was actually chased off the island 'cause he was such a crook. If you wanna know more about it well you're just gonna have to come to Kauai and read these signs.

A travel guide for visiting the Hawaiian Island of Kauai.

In this article you will know everything you need to know to visit Kauai.

We're gonna be hitting up some of the major attractions.  I've put time codes in the description to all of them. But the highlight of what we're gonna see in this video is the following, We'll visit Waimea Canyon, the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. We'll check out some of Kauai's really awesome waterfalls then we'll see a blowhole that makes moaning sounds like a giant lizard. We'll then go for a  hike on the  outh Shore right along the coast. We'll visit some of Kauai's historic towns.  We'll stick our toes in the  and at Kalapaki Beach, a just classic Hawaiian beach and then we'll conclude with a visit to Kauai's lush North Shore. Kauai is all about adventure, zipline tours, helicopters, kayaking, lots of exciting things. There won't be a lot of that in this video. What you just saw here that's about as adventuresome as I'm gonna get but I'll let you know there are a lot of those things in Kauai. Alright on to my next adventure jumping. One of the great things about visiting Kauai is all the nature that's here, not just nature but diverse types of nature. You see it starts with the beach, the beach is around the whole island but  quickly it goes from beach right here to like a pine forest. I mean the diversity of nature and how quickly it changes from desert to beats to pine trees, quite amazing. The biggest attraction on the island of Kauai is the Waimea Canyon, biggest in size but one of the most popular too. But it is 10 miles long, one mile wide and 3,600 feet deep. This canyon was created by the eruptions of the volcano, the different  layers of sediment,  different eruptions by the volcano.  Mark Twain is commonly considered to have  called it the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, though he actually never visited Kauai but that's the island  legend and so come up here to view this legendary attraction.

It is free, free admission, free parking. It is, you'd wanna allocate about a half day to come up here  'cause it's a bit of a drive from the main part of the island you'll be going up to a high elevation. It can be about 10 to 15 degrees cooler up here.

This is the first lookout, it's the Waimea Canyon Lookout. There are more lookouts as you go, this one's at mile marker 10 on the road, they go up to mile marker 19 and also the major parking lots have  bathrooms so you don't have to hold your bladder too much. Definitely make it to the last lookout at mile marker 19 and it's right here and the views here are breathtaking.

There's this valley down below you can see the undeveloped coastline, the soaring mountains, it's really  neat. And I'm sure the video doesn't do it justice which is why you can't just watch my video to travel but you have to come to Kauai to see it. In addition to lookouts if you're into hiking Waimea Canyon has lots of great hiking paths as well. Though 'cause it is very wet make sure to bring shoes you don't care about all that much  'cause the path can get pretty muddy. Now these trails are not for those afraid of heights, it is a long way down from here. 

The second biggest attraction in Kauai are waterfalls. It rains a lot here and so there's a lot of waterfalls. The coolest waterfall that's really easy to get to are the Wailua Falls, you can just drive right up to them.

You can see right back there, there's a parking lot and here's the observatory right on the side of the highway. And these waterfalls it's really cool cause you can get up very close to them, you can feel and hear the waterfall. These waterfalls at 173 feet actually are taller than Niagara Falls, though not quite as much water coming off of them. And back in ancient times people used to jump off these waterfalls as a test of manhood. I'm sure if you searched on YouTube you can find other people jumping off of them. And while it is possible to get up real close to the falls or down to  the bottom, you're technically not allowed.

Exploring Kauai

Kauai is the northernmost Hawaiian Island and is where all the beauty of Hawaiian Paradise can be. The island of Kauai is one of the most beautiful Hawaiian islands, encompassing roaring cliffs, cascading waterfalls, great surf, lush valleys and sun-drenched sandy beaches. Breathtaking is the best way to describe Kauai. It is the oldest of the Hawaiian islands and with its nutrient-rich volcanic soil and plentiful rainfall, it was a natural for Taro plant farms. Native Hawaiians pound the tubers of the Taro plant into Poi, which was a staple of the Hawaiian diet.

The weather in Kauai is beautiful all year so any time is a great time to visit. Temperatures from April to November average 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit and it is also the dryer season. Winter temperatures are slightly cooler and you will always have the afternoon trade winds throughout the year.

Kauai Airport

Lihue Airport (LIH) is the island's main airport. Some airlines offer direct flights from the continental US directly to the island of Kauai.

Precipitation & Scenery

Kauai's northern end is the wet side and the wettest part of all Hawaii. The island receives so much rainfall, it is known as one of the wettest places on earth with an average rainfall of 460 inches of precipitation per year. The island has beautiful valleys, lush rainforests, jagged cliffs and towering waterfalls. With it's beautiful green valleys and scenic waterfalls, it has been the location of over 70 Hollywood movies and TV series, including Raiders of The Lost Ark, Lilo & Stitch, Jurassic Park, King Kong, and the current TV series Lost.

Kauai Vacation Activities

The island's visitors can take a helicopter adventure and soar over and through the lush green canyons and hover alongside magnificent waterfalls, taking in views and an experience they'll never forget. Travelers can also enjoy golfing at Princeville or hiking the Napali Coast, which are all-time favorites of vacationers.

The Wailua River abounds with spectacular views of lush green foliage. Rent kayaks and explore the island on your own or relax and take the leisurely river cruise. Consider joining your guide on a hike into the fern grotto where you will be serenaded amidst luscious flora and fauna. Weddings are one of Kauai's specialties. Here, you'll find professional, experienced wedding coordinators to help you create your own customized, romantic island ceremony and celebration.

The southern area of Kauai receives more sunshine and offers many crescent beaches. You will soon see why the Travel Channel voted Poipu Beach one of America's best beaches. This popular area is where surfing, swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, and golf are the pastimes of vacationers. Nightlife is slow and quiet here, but you won't miss it, as this is where you will rejuvenate and unwind in the beauty and tranquility of Kauai. About a 30-minute drive from Poipu, you'll find the famous Waimea Canyon. Pause to stare in awe of its mile-wide and ten-mile long magnificence.

Kauai Vacation Rentals

When planning your Kauai vacation, there are many Kauai hotels to choose from; however, many travelers prefer to stay in a privately owned vacation rental home or condo for both comfort and cost-efficiency. A vacation rental provides comforts rarely offered by most hotels, such as a fully stocked kitchen for home cooking, multiple bedrooms, and many even have their own private swimming pool and Jacuzzi, which is tough to put a price on. So, before booking a hotel, shop around for the perfect Kauai vacation rental that can accommodate your entire family. You just might find the ideal beachfront vacation rental your family has been dreaming about.

Don Guy enjoys traveling, writing, and is a co-owner of MrVacation, a vacation rental directory offering vacation rentals and vacation homes for sale. When planning your next Kauai vacation, consider MrVacation for the perfect Kauai vacation rental home, condo, villa or any type of real estate your entire family will enjoy.

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Lihue Airport Kauai

Lihue Airport Kauai, as the main entry point to the "Garden Island". It is located approximately a mile and a half east of Lihue city. Lihue Airport is partly open air airport. The airport is usually well considered to be easy to navigate and welcoming to travelers. Lihue Airport offers everything you need, whether you are flying internationally, domestically or on an inter-island basis.

It is worth to know before you go

At present time, only six airlines are operating at Lihue Airport; Delta Airlines, American Airlines, WestJet, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and of course, Hawaiian Airlines.

You will arrive at the ground level of the airport when you land at Lihue, and signage will direct you to the baggage claim, exits and information areas.

If you get into airport by car you have only one choice. It is Ahukini Road from Kapule Highway.

It is important to keep in mind that, because of the law, prohibiting the transmission of non-indigenous plants, pests, livestock and pathogens, all luggage traveling to and from Hawaii is subject to agricultural inspection. So, be ready for thorough baggage inspection. It is much more difficult to fly with pets to and from Hawaii than other states.

At Lihue Airport, the Hawaiian Airlines Premier Club Lounge near gate five, there is one lounge open to passengers.

Parking

Drivers can access the Mokulele Loop parking lot at Lihue Airport. Fees:

1) free for 15 minutes,

2)  $1 for the first half hour;

3 ) $2 for each hour after that;

4)  $15 for 24 hours.

It is also available monthly parking for $160 per month.

Transportation and Taxis

Local Kauai’s bus number 100 or 200 will get you into Lihue Airport. There are also possibilities to get by car, shuttle bus, or taxis. 

Eat and Drink

There five places where to eat at the airport.

1) near gate 4 - HMS Food Kiosk (quick snack, coffee to go);

2) near gate 6  - Stinger Ray’s offering local favorites as well as tropical libations.

3) outside gate 7 – Starbucks;

4) in the center of terminal - Ai Ono Cafe offers sandwiches, burgers, and various hot dishes.

5) Mea Inu Bar and Grill – place for quick refresh before take-off. The food is average.

Kauai Jurassic park

Jurassic Park is a stunning film and it’s even more amazing that you can actually visit many of the spots where the movies were shot.

The first place the cast approaches is the Na Pali Coast in Kauai. There are also moments that were filmed in the Olokele Valley in the Northen Part of Waimea. You may also take a helicopter tour and observe the spectacular Manawaiopuna Falls which was filmed also in Jurassic Park.

Kauai Yoga on the Beach

Nature guides our yoga practice on the island of Kauai. Practice on amazing Kauai’s beaches and feel the ocean air invigorate your body, senses, mind and spirit!

Breathe deeply, connect your energy with the energy of the island and celebrate you are here!

kauai fish

Recommended Snorkeling Beaches

Ready for a fun day of snorkeling on one of Kauai's beautiful beaches? Get ready for tropical fish, green sea turtles, colorful color and other ocean wildlife.

Ke'e Beach - A popular beach, the end of the road offers a protected lagoon teaming with tropical fish.

Makua (Tunnels) - Tunnels beach offers more privacy than Ke'e with similar ocean wildlife.

Poipu Beach Park - Not so many fish, but great for learning, Poipu beach is protected and lifeguarded.

Lydgate Beach Park - Lydgate is protected which makes it another great beach for beginners.