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Let us wine & dine you as we sail off into the sunset along Kauai’s spectacular Napali Coast. Enjoy appetizers, craft beer, wine, and Koloa …More

4.8 (563)

Nāpali Sunset Dinner Sail

Let us wine & dine you as we sail off into the sunset along Kauai’s spectacular Napali Coast. Enjoy appetizers, craft beer, wine, and Koloa...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (563)

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$264

Kauai: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour

See Kauai from the first accessible Waimea Canyon lookout, then take in a different side of the island on a Wailua River cruise to Fern …More

4.6 (583)

Kauai: Waimea Canyon, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour

See Kauai from the first accessible Waimea Canyon lookout, then take in a different side of the island on a Wailua River cruise to Fern...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (583)

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$251

Our tours are lead by a small local family owned business with over 20 years of experience in the field. This is not your ordinary …More

5.0 (7)

Kauai's North Shore Gems: Private Tour

Our tours are lead by a small local family owned business with over 20 years of experience in the field. This is not your ordinary...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$250

Kauai Full Day Tour with Cruise ships or Kauai Airport Pickup

Experience the best of Kauai in a single day with this convenient highlights tour, designed for travelers arriving by cruise ship (9:10 AM meeting) or …More

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Kauai Full Day Tour with Cruise ships or Kauai Airport Pickup

Experience the best of Kauai in a single day with this convenient highlights tour, designed for travelers arriving by cruise ship (9:10 AM meeting) or...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (26)

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$240

Kauai Waimea Canyon & South Shore Excursion. Small Group

Kick back in the comfort of our clean-air condition vehicles as we take you on a journey to enjoy the highlights of Kauai's South and …More

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Kauai Waimea Canyon & South Shore Excursion. Small Group

Kick back in the comfort of our clean-air condition vehicles as we take you on a journey to enjoy the highlights of Kauai's South and...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (138)

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$235

Waimea Canyon Private Tour with Local Guide from Kauai

Enjoy a comfortable and private pick up to start this tour. This is a 6 hour private tour. Your driver will arrange a comfortable pick …More

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Waimea Canyon Private Tour with Local Guide from Kauai

Enjoy a comfortable and private pick up to start this tour. This is a 6 hour private tour. Your driver will arrange a comfortable pick...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (7)

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$229

If you're visiting Kauai, you absolutely can't miss seeing the stunning NaPali Coast. We offer a one-of-a-kind experience to do just that. As a Native …More

5.0 (1,835)

Kauai: NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia K

If you're visiting Kauai, you absolutely can't miss seeing the stunning NaPali Coast. We offer a one-of-a-kind experience to do just that. As a Native...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1,835)

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$227

Kauai: Deluxe Na Pali Sunset Cruise aboard Lucky Lady

Tour the Na Pali coast aboard a Luxury Catamaran, Lucky Lady for an afternoon that features incredible scenery topped off with a spectacular sunset. Look …More

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Kauai: Deluxe Na Pali Sunset Cruise aboard Lucky Lady

Tour the Na Pali coast aboard a Luxury Catamaran, Lucky Lady for an afternoon that features incredible scenery topped off with a spectacular sunset. Look...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,559)

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$223

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 …More

4.7 (600)

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...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (600)

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$220

Kauai's Legends, Waterfalls & Geysers-Small Group Tour

The Kauai Legends, waterfalls and geysers is a perfect mix of stunning natural sites and story telling. Take the day off from driving, and relax …More

5.0 (198)

Kauai's Legends, Waterfalls & Geysers-Small Group Tour

The Kauai Legends, waterfalls and geysers is a perfect mix of stunning natural sites and story telling. Take the day off from driving, and relax...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (198)

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$210

Discover why Kauai’s natural splendor is the scenic backdrop for many blockbuster movies and TV shows. Travel through the heart of the garden island, engulfed …More

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Kauai Highlights & Movie Sites

Discover why Kauai’s natural splendor is the scenic backdrop for many blockbuster movies and TV shows. Travel through the heart of the garden island, engulfed...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (240)

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$209

Kauai North Shore Private Guided Tour with Hotel or Port Pick-up

This is a private 6 hour tour of North Shore of Kauai. This tour will start with a comfortable pickup and take you to this …More

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Kauai North Shore Private Guided Tour with Hotel or Port Pick-up

This is a private 6 hour tour of North Shore of Kauai. This tour will start with a comfortable pickup and take you to this...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (7)

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$205

Private Kauai Eastside Waterfalls & Local Grinds

The 5.5 hour Private Kauai Eastside Waterfalls and Local Grinds tour is a perfect mix of beautiful natural sites, history & local food tasting. This …More

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Private Kauai Eastside Waterfalls & Local Grinds

The 5.5 hour Private Kauai Eastside Waterfalls and Local Grinds tour is a perfect mix of beautiful natural sites, history & local food tasting. This...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (16)

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$199

Discover the cinematic beauty of Kauai, the island that was the first in Hawaii to emerge from the ocean. Known for its stunning cliffs, waterfalls, …More

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Small Group One Day Trip Kauai Island

Discover the cinematic beauty of Kauai, the island that was the first in Hawaii to emerge from the ocean. Known for its stunning cliffs, waterfalls,...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (29)

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$199

Kauai Eastside Waterfalls & Local Grinds-Small Group Tour

The Kauai Waterfalls and Local Grinds is the perfect mix of stunning natural sites, history, local food tasting, and a dash of humor. We call …More

5.0 (91)

Kauai Eastside Waterfalls & Local Grinds-Small Group Tour

The Kauai Waterfalls and Local Grinds is the perfect mix of stunning natural sites, history, local food tasting, and a dash of humor. We call...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (91)

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$195

Kauai Island Tour : Journey to Waimea Canyon & More Highlights

If you are on a cruise ship this is perfect for your family or group. We will wait for you to disembark as long as …More

4.8 (32)

Kauai Island Tour : Journey to Waimea Canyon & More Highlights

If you are on a cruise ship this is perfect for your family or group. We will wait for you to disembark as long as...

7 hours

4.8 (32)

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$190

Kauai Shore Excursion - Waimea Canyon Adventure Tour - Nawiliwili

This tour is perfect for those who wants to relax and enjoy the scenery without being distracted while driving. Let our experienced tour guide tell …More

4.9 (48)

Kauai Shore Excursion - Waimea Canyon Adventure Tour - Nawiliwili

This tour is perfect for those who wants to relax and enjoy the scenery without being distracted while driving. Let our experienced tour guide tell...

7 hours

4.9 (48)

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$189

Small-Group Waimea Canyon Adventure Tour & Beyond with Lunch

A tour created for those who wants to see Kauai without driving it yourselves. If you are coming on a cruise ship, this is perfect …More

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Small-Group Waimea Canyon Adventure Tour & Beyond with Lunch

A tour created for those who wants to see Kauai without driving it yourselves. If you are coming on a cruise ship, this is perfect...

7 hours

4.5 (14)

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$189

Kauai Island Private Guided Movie Tour from Lihue

See the Garden Island through a filmmaker's lens on this full-day tour of Kauai's most famous movie locations, led by your expert guide in your …More

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Kauai Island Private Guided Movie Tour from Lihue

See the Garden Island through a filmmaker's lens on this full-day tour of Kauai's most famous movie locations, led by your expert guide in your...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$165

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

Rainbow Kayak Tours has been providing guided tours of the Wailua River for 20 years. Our experienced guides are well versed in the flora and …More

4.9 (833)

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

Rainbow Kayak Tours has been providing guided tours of the Wailua River for 20 years. Our experienced guides are well versed in the flora and...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (833)

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$165

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Kauai Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Kauai Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Kauai Day Trips & Excursions are:

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Which Kauai Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Kauai Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Kauai Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Kauai Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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