Things to Do on Kauai This Fall
Fall is a fantastic time to visit Kauai, when the summer crowds have gone home and many hotels feature off-season discounts. As long as you're prepared for some rain, an abundance of outdoor adventures await—by land, sea, and air. Here are our top picks for Kauai in autumn.
- Swim among tropical fish and sea turtles on a Na Pali Coast snorkeling cruise.
- Bike, hike, or drive through Waimea Canyon—known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.
- Hang on and let loose during a zipline adventure in Poipu or Koloa.
- For the very best views of the Garden Isle, book a memorable sightseeing flight.
- Hike to hidden waterfalls tucked among Kauai’s lush jungle trails.
- Visit famous filming locations from Jurassic Park and other hits on a Kauai movie tour.
- Kayak down the Wailua River, considered sacred by native Hawaiians.
- Join an island party and feast at a traditional luau dinner.
- Catch a Hawaiian sunset from the water on a romantic sunset catamaran cruise.
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Na Pali Sunset & Sightsee Boat Tour
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of Kauai’s Napali Coast during the most romantic time of day on this sunset dinner cruise. Feel the fresh island breeze while cruising alongside towering cathedral spires, emerald valleys, waterfalls, and sea caves aboard a deluxe sailing catamaran. Enjoy a delicious onboard buffet dinner complete with Mai Tais, beer, wine, and fresh juices, and toast the end of another day in paradise with a glass of champagne as the golden hues of sunset wash across this legendary landscape.
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Wailua River and Secret Falls Kayak and Hiking Tour
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Explore the natural beauty of Kauai on a 5-hour tour that combines a lovely kayaking trip with an moderately easy hike to Uluwehi Falls, also known as Secret Falls. Your experienced guide provides a paddling lesson and guided kayak tour in the Wailua River Valley, following gorgeous waterways through the lush Kauai landscape. Then hop out of your kayaks and take a 45-minute hike to Secret Falls where you can cool off in the clear waters before returning to the Wailua marina the way you came.
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Koloa Zipline
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Get a new perspective on Kauai as you soar through lush forests and over the Waita Reservoir on the island’s longest ziplines. While cruising across the 8-track course near Koloa, hang on to the handlebars or try some more daring acrobatic stunts with the hands-free ‘Flyin' Kauai'an’ harness.
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Private Waimea Canyon Tour
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Experience the best of Kauai on a full-day private tour through the island’s scenic landscape, highlights and historic landmarks. Sample locally-grown beans at the Kauai Coffee Company, and visit old-fashioned Hanapepe; see the last Russian outpost on Hawaii, follow the footsteps of Captain Cook and take in stunning views of Waimea Canyon. Feel the mist off Waipo’o Falls, watch the Spouting Horn lava tube erupt with towering surf and watch for sea turtles in a sheltered cove before finishing your tour with a visit to stunning Wailua Falls.
*Price displayed is based on a party of four to six passengers
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$270.00
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Guided Kayak Adventure on the Wailua River
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Embark on a Garden Isle adventure with a half-day kayak trip on Kauai’s legendary Wailua River. Paddle through lush tropical landscape with a guide, passing a traditional Hawaiian village and learning about the river’s ancient, sacred history along the way. Feel like an island explorer as you hike to a sparkling waterfall, and keep your energy up with a riverside picnic lunch.
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