Things to do in Lihue, Kauai

Experience open-air views on a doors-off helicopter flight showcasing Kauai’s canyons, cliffs, and waterfalls.

Feel the breeze on a 60–65 minute doors-off flight over Kauai’s waterfalls, canyons, and sea cliffs

See Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and Jurassic Falls on a private 50–60 minute flight

Rappel two secluded waterfalls on private land after a safety lesson

Swim behind a 60 ft waterfall on a guided hike to two secluded falls

Sail a 50-foot catamaran at sunset with drinks, music, and island history

Paddle and surf Kalapaki Bay with an expert waterman in a 45 minute outrigger canoe session

Get closer to the action with premier seating, open bar access, and a vibrant Polynesian fire show.

Savor a four-course dinner at Gaylord's, then enjoy premium seats for the Kalamaku theatrical luau

Savor a buffet luau with open bar and ride the Kauai Plantation Railway before the Kalamaku show

Enjoy standard seating, round-trip transportation, and a Kauai Plantation Railway train ride

Soar over Kauai's canyons, coast, and waterfalls on a 65-minute flight with window seating

Enjoy a 65-minute private flight over Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and waterfalls

Take a 50–55 minute doors-off flight to see Waimea Canyon, Nā Pali Coast, and Wai‘ale‘ale Crater

Experience Kauai's longest zip lines and soar hands-free across historic plantation scenery

Paddle the Wailua River & hike to a 120-foot waterfall with a knowledgeable guide

Dive two sites with a guide and snacks aboard custom Hawaiian Radon boats

See Waimea Canyon and South Shore highlights with a local guide in a small group

See waterfalls, historic sites, and local flavors without driving

Enjoy guided two-tank dives in small groups with expert briefings and all gear, snacks, and drinks included

Explore Koloa Landing with easy shore entry, small groups, and vibrant marine life on two guided dives

Experience your first ocean dive in Kauai with expert PADI guidance and all gear included

Glide by DPV to cover more reef with small groups and all gear included

See Kauai’s underwater nightlife on a two-tank twilight and night dive with small groups and gear included

Snorkel remote south shore reefs by fast Zodiac with expert crew in a 3-hour adventure

Certified divers tackle drift dives up to 100 ft on a 4.5-hour morning charter

Discover Koloa Landing’s marine life with a twilight dive followed by a night dive

Ride an open-air truck through Kauai Coffee’s estate and savor a fresh cup at the finish

Explore remote Niihau and the dramatic Napali Coast on a 7-hour cruise with snorkeling, meals, and drinks.

Sail a 50' catamaran along Kauai's cliffs and dive in for guided snorkeling with gear and lunch provided

Explore sea caves, waterfalls, and vibrant marine life on a fast-paced 4.5-hour Na Pali Coast raft tour.

Sail the Napali Coast at sunset with dinner, drinks, and views worth savoring

Savor a Kauai sunset with dinner, drinks, and coastal views

Ride a smooth super raft for golden-hour views and a one-hour snorkel stop

Explore a regenerative food forest and savor a 100% island-sourced family-style meal.

Explore an organic cacao farm and savor an extensive tasting of over 20 Hawaiian chocolates in just three hours.

More than your typical miniature golf course

Paddle Hanalei River and Bay, snorkel vibrant reefs, and enjoy a deli lunch on a secluded beach

Capture the Nā Pali Coast in ideal afternoon light with quick Hanalei access, snorkeling and wildlife viewing

Get early access to the Nā Pali Coast with snorkeling, wildlife viewing, and lunch on a 4-hour Hanalei Bay catamaran