Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour

Duration
4-6 hrs
Audio Points
78
Tour Stops
16

About The Tour

Kauai is also called the Garden Isle, and for good reason -- its green landscapes are formed from tropical jungles and lush mountain ranges. On the Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour you’ll uncover the history of Hawaii’s oldest island at historic sites, hiking trails and waterfalls. Here are just ...

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Kauai is also called the Garden Isle, and for good reason -- its green landscapes are formed from tropical jungles and lush mountain ranges. On the Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour you’ll uncover the history of Hawaii’s oldest island at historic sites, hiking trails and waterfalls.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

•⁠ Hike Sleeping Giant Trail
•⁠ Check out Wailua Waterfall
•⁠ Snorkel at Lydgate Beach Park
•⁠ Meditate at Kauai’s Hindu Monastery (closes at noon)
•⁠ Check out ‘Opeaka’a Waterfall
•⁠ Visit the Fern Grotto at Smith's Tropical Paradise
•⁠ Take a stroll at Keahua Arboretum

Sample Tour Audio

Wailua Falls Story
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Turn Left for Konohiki Seafood
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Lydgate Park
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Tour Stops

Pono Market - Kapa'a
Konohiki Seafoods - Lihue
Sleeping Giant West Hike
Kuilau Ridge Trail
Ho'opi'i Falls Hike
Kauai's Hindu Monastery
Lydgate Beach Park - Kapa'a
Opaeka'a Falls
Hikinaakala (Rising Sun) Heiau and Hauola Heiau
Holoholoku Heiau
Birthing Stones
Poli'ahu Heiau
Wailua Falls
Views of Sleeping Giant
Kapa’a Town

Tour Route


Customer Reviews

(16313)

We stayed 3 days in Kauai and used 3 tours: North Shore Kauai, Waimea and Na Pali, Poipu and Koloa. They were all excellent! The directions were precise and the map was helpful. We enjoyed the stories, the music, and the history of Kauai.

D Pham | 3 weeks ago | Android

Added so much to our trip

This was our first time on Kauai, and the Shaka Kauai Audio Tour Guide was a great supplement to our trip of 10 days. We bought the package of all 4 guides for Kauai and used it both when just driving around and also for 2 half-day trips (to Waimea Canyon & to the Kailua area). We learned so much about the island’s history and culture but also got great tips on restaurants. Would definitely recommend! Only critiques are that the app tends to close when using other apps on the phone & that it would be nice to have more songs on the soundtrack. Mahalo for making a great app!

JLLew78 | 4 weeks ago | iOS

Today was the first time we used the app. it took us places we had not visited previously on our many visits to Kauai. We used the Wailua Falls tour.. There was a lot of historical information included that we found very interesting. We will use other tours available.

Jean Adams | 2 months ago | Android

How to see Wailua Falls?

Drive to Wailua Falls viewpoint - you can’t hike to the falls, but the viewpoint offers the perfect vantage point to take in this stunning waterfall. Get turn-by-turn directions to Wailua Falls on Shaka Guide’s Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour.

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How many waterfalls are there on Kauai?

Kauai boasts about 100 waterfalls. Kauai is also known as the Garden Isle for its lush landscapes. From rugged coastal cliffs to abundant rainforests - Kauai’s diverse scenery is a sight to behold.

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What are the best Waterfalls in Kauai?

Of Kauai’s many waterfalls - Opaekaa, Wailua, and Ho'opi'i Falls are some of our favorites. You can visit all three on Shaka Guide’s Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour.

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What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
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Tour FAQs

Where does the tour go?
The tour begins in Lihue or Kapa’a and is completed in a clockwise loop ending where you began. Most of the tour is spent exploring the rainforest area of Wailua valley. Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour! Kapa’a Town Wailua Waterfall‘Opeaka’a WaterfallSleeping Giant HikeSmith's Tropical ParadiseKauai Hindu MonasteryLydgate State ParkFor help planning your day check our Wailua Valley and Waterfalls suggested itinerary and here's everything you need to know before you go!
What should I pack and budget?
Sneakers & hiking clothesWaterBug sprayTowelBathing Suit & sandals Sunscreen Sun Glasses and/or HatSnacksCar ChargerCameraCash (see budget below) How much you spend really depends on the activities you choose to do along the tour route, but here’s a breakdown of some costs. $14.99: Shaka Guide’s Wailua Valley & Waterfalls Tour $15.00 per person: Lunch $5.00 per person: Local snack$10 for adults; $5 for children: Entrance to Smith’s Tropical FarmThe Hindu Monastery is free to enter, but donations are accepted
Can I join the Wailua Valley and Waterfalls tour en route?
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from.  If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience. 
Can I take the tour in the opposite direction?
No, this tour can only be done in a clockwise loop. 
Other Questions? Contact Us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.

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