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Explore the essence of Hawaii with our top activities across the islands. From snorkeling at Hanauma Bay to witnessing the majestic Na Pali Coast, these carefully chosen experiences offer something for everyone. Delight in traditional luaus, dive into underwater escapades, and marvel at volcanic vistas from the sky. Each tour is meticulously selected to showcase the islands' best, facilitated by esteemed local partners to guarantee an authentic Hawaiian adventure.
Best Things to Do in Hawaii
Best of Hawaii for First-Timers
Explore the best of Hawaii with must-see activities for first-timers! From the serene Kaneohe Bay with Captain Bob's Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ, to the thrilling Mauka Warriors Luau's fire dances on Oahu. Don't miss Maui's breathtaking Haleakala sunrise, the luxurious Road to Hana tour, and Big Island's unique Mauna Kea stargazing. Dive into Kauai's culture with Smith's Family Garden Luau or the adventurous mountain tubing. Perfect for those seeking a blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty.
Things to Do in Hawaii for Couples
Discover the perfect romantic getaway with our curated collection of couples' activities in Hawaii. Whether it’s renewing vows aboard the Star of Honolulu, exploring the lush landscapes on a private horseback ride at Gunstock Ranch, or gazing at the stars atop Mauna Kea, each experience promises unforgettable moments designed for two. Dive into romance with sunset sails, exclusive snorkeling trips, and intimate helicopter tours that showcase Hawaii's breathtaking beauty
Best of Hawaii for Solo Travelers
Explore Hawaii's vibrant landscapes with our curated collection of tours perfect for solo travelers. Dive into adventures ranging from mountain tubing in Kauai to snorkeling in Molokini Crater. Each experience, including exclusive cultural immersions and thrilling eco-adventures, is selected to ensure unforgettable moments. Discover Hawaii at your own pace, be it through a self-guided audio tour or a guided eco-tour.
Things to Do in Hawaii for Families
Explore the wonders of Hawaii with family-friendly tours and activities. From the depths of the ocean aboard a submarine to the lush trails of tropical rainforests, each adventure is crafted to fascinate and engage. Take a catamaran cruise, swim by waterfalls, or learn about Hawaiian culture at a lively luau. These diverse options guarantee an enriching holiday for families seeking both relaxation and adventure in Hawaii's enchanting islands.
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch-0
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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
4.90 (298)
USD 163.35
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Get ready for Kauai's most popular adventure for both kids and adults in Hawaii
Sells out fast! Advanced reservations are highly recommended so book now
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Daily
Recently booked 5 times!
Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment-0
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
4.50 (385)
USD 35.00
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Enjoy a 2-mile river cruise featuring songs and stories of ancient Hawaii
Take short nature walk through the rainforest to the lush Fern Grotto once you arrive
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Weekdays Only
Recently booked 8 times!
Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar-0
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
4.70 (305)
From USD 30.00
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Celebrate with the spirit of Aloha at Kauai's most popular family-owned and operated luau
Enjoy a live luau evening show complete with Hawaiian hula and a thrilling Samoan fire knife dance
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon / Evening
2 - 4.5 hour(s)
Weekdays Only, Wheelchair accessible
Recently booked 2 times!
Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim-0
Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
4.80 (140)
USD 144.99
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5 Hour waterfall swim, hike and kayak adventure tour
Discover a secret waterfall on the Wailua River!
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning / Afternoon
5 - 6 hour(s)
Weekdays Only
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue-0
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
4.90 (93)
From USD 409.00
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Take a 50-minute circle island flight & experience the beauty of Kauai from a whole new perspective
Get incredible aerial views of the Na Pali Coast sea cliffs & Waimea Canyon
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Daily, Wheelchair accessible
Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition-0
Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition
4.90 (50)
From USD 211.90
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Join Kipu Ranch on a 3-hour ATV adventure. Visit a private waterfall - Explore, Play and Swim!
Ride a new Kawasaki TERYX4 (2-4 seats) or a MulePro-FXT (5-6 seats). Listed price is per group
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
3.5 hour(s)
Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri Only
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance-0
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
4.70 (78)
From USD 134.03
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Located at the historic Kilohana Sugar Plantation, Luau Kalamaku offers amazing views and atmosphere
This fun evening includes a delicious dinner buffet, open bar, and a Polynesian evening show
Pick-up Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon / Evening
3 - 6 hour(s)
Mon / Tue / Fri Only, Wheelchair accessible
Air Kauai Epic Doors-Off Helicopter Flight Adventure from Lihue Airport-0
Air Kauai Epic Doors-Off Helicopter Flight Adventure from Lihue Airport
5.00 (8)
From USD 335.00
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Enjoy an exciting 45-minute doors-off Kauai helicopter with Air Kauai
Experience the only doors-off helicopter flight available on Kauai
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon / Evening
2 hour(s)
Daily
Kauai Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean & River Boat Tour from Lihue-0
Kauai Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean & River Boat Tour from Lihue
4.60 (19)
USD 114.14
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Enjoy a scenic 90-min sunset cruise along Kalapaki & Nawiliwili Bay, Huleia River and Ninini Point
Featuring full-service open bar, Hawaiian music, friendly crew and historical narration
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Afternoon / Evening
2 hour(s)
Tue / Thu Only
Na Pali Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Kauai Sea Tours Lucky Lady Catamaran-0
Na Pali Coast Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Kauai Sea Tours Lucky Lady Catamaran
5.00 (7)
USD 233.73
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Join an unforgettable 5.5-hour Kauai snorkeling morning adventure along the famous Na Pali Coast
Includes a continental breakfast, delicious deli lunch, and a variety of drinks like mai tais & more
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Morning
6.5 hour(s)
Daily
Kauai Na Pali Sunset Cruise with Open Bar & Taco Buffet Dinner - Lucky Lady-0
Kauai Na Pali Sunset Cruise with Open Bar & Taco Buffet Dinner - Lucky Lady
4.20 (4)
USD 222.86
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Set sail on a 5.5 hour sunset dinner sail along Kauai's beautiful Na Pali Coast
Enjoy a delicious island-style taco buffet dinner, and sip on a variety of drinks and cocktails
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Provided
Afternoon
6 hour(s)
Daily
Kauai Island Tour - Hanalei, Kilauea Lighthouse, Chocolate Tasting & Movie Sites-0
Kauai Island Tour - Hanalei, Kilauea Lighthouse, Chocolate Tasting & Movie Sites
4.80 (11)
USD 172.77
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Explore iconic Kauai locations featured in Hollywood blockbusters and popular TV shows!
See Opaekaa Falls, enjoy a chocolate tasting and visit the scared Birthing Stone & Poli’ahu Heiau
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
7 - 9 hour(s)
Sun / Tue / Fri Only
Small-Group Best of Kauai Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto-0
Small-Group Best of Kauai Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto
4.80 (4)
USD 214.92
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Discover Kilauea Lighthouse, stunning waterfalls, Hanalei, and sacred temples on a 6-hour tour
Enjoy a scenic 2-mile riverboat cruise on the Wailua River to explore the stunning Fern Grotto.
Pick-up Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning
5 - 7 hour(s)
Mon / Wed Only
Wings Over Kauai - Kauai Private Airplane Sightseeing Tour on Cessna-0
Wings Over Kauai - Kauai Private Airplane Sightseeing Tour on Cessna
USD 199.00
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See Kauai's natural wonders from the Air! Fly over Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, waterfalls & more!
All flights are private tours
Pick-up Not Provided
Meal Not Provided
Morning / Afternoon
1 hour(s)
Tue Only

Top-Rated Activities for Kauai

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Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch
USD 163.35
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Smith's Kauai Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto with Live Entertainment
USD 35.00
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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
From USD 30.00
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Liko Kauai Snorkel Cruises - Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Sea Cave Adventure
From USD 182.03
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Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim
USD 144.99
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Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Kauai Eco Adventure Flight from Lihue
From USD 409.00
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Kauai Jurassic ATV Tour at Kipu Ranch - Ultimate Mountain Off-Road Adventure
From USD 211.90
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Kipu Ranch Kauai ATV Tour with Waterfall Swim - Triple Trail Expedition
From USD 211.90
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3.5-Hour Kauai Napali Sunset Dinner Cruise with Open Bar - Holo Holo Charters
USD 225.81
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Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation - Polynesian Dinner Show & Fire Knife Dance
From USD 134.03
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Air Kauai Helicopter Tours - Scenic Circle Island Flights from Lihue Airport
From USD 280.00
(6)
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Private Kauai Doors On & Off Na Pali Coast Air Tour - Mauna Loa Helicopter
USD 359.00
(7)
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Air Kauai Epic Doors-Off Helicopter Flight Adventure from Lihue Airport
From USD 335.00
(8)
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Snuba Tours of Kauai | Small-Group Guided Beach SNUBA Diving Tour at Lawai Beach
USD 100.88
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Na Pali Coast Boat Tour & Snorkel Cruise from Port Allen - Liko Kauai Cruises
From USD 182.03
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Poipu Whale Watching Tour & Cocktail Day Cruise - Kauai Sea Tours [Dec - Mar]
USD 135.89
(2)
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Kauai Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean & River Boat Tour from Lihue
USD 114.14
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Waimea Canyon Guided Sightseeing, Kokee State Park Nature Walk & Coffee Tour
USD 197.91
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Hidden Valleys of Kauai Waterfall Swim, Kayak & Hike Adventure
USD 157.07
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Waimea Canyon Sightseeing Tour & Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto
USD 230.37

Latest reviews of Best Things to Do in Hawaii

Sacred Falls Adventure - Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Swim

Great Day - Izzy is #1.

2025/03/30 Families M5

Fun day with the family . Loved the kayak and hike. Waterfall was beautiful but crowded with tourists (like us).

Izzy was an amazing guide and really made the trip that much more fun!

Kauai Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Ocean & River Boat Tour from Lihue

11/10!

2025/03/29 Families Scott from Virginia

Capt Stevie and Becca turned a special cruise into something magical. Capt Stevie’s love of the land, the waters, the people, the history, and the culture of Kauai made our sunset cruise a memory for a lifetime. If I’m e... more

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Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Great show

2025/03/27 Couples Kara

We missed out on the food so make sure you book early, but the show was still fabulous!

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Thrill!

2025/03/27 Couples Kara

Me and my wife had the time of our lives, this is a great thrilling experience for honeymoons to mix up the balance of the relaxed resort vibes.

Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar

Wow!!

2025/03/27 Friends Kara

What a special evening, the crew there works their butts off to put on a show!

Kauai Backcountry Adventures Mountain Tubing Tour with Lunch

Wonderful day!

2025/03/26 Couples Grasshoff

We had a great time tubing. The scenery was beautiful and the water was refreshing! We would definitely do this again.

Best Things to Do in Hawaii, Kauai tours & activities, fun things to do in Kauai | HawaiiActivities.com
Explore the essence of Hawaii with our top activities across the islands. From snorkeling at Hanauma Bay to witnessing the majestic Na Pali Coast, these carefully chosen experiences offer something for everyone. Delight in traditional luaus, dive into underwater escapades, and marvel at volcanic vistas from the sky. Each tour is meticulously selected to showcase the islands' best, facilitated by esteemed local partners to guarantee an authentic Hawaiian adventure.