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Journey to Waimea Canyon
Duration: 5 hours
Price: $40.00 adult, $25.00 child
Departs: 8:15
Including:
Waimea Canyon is widely known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, and it is certainly offers more than just a view, it is an experience to treasure. On this excursion you will become acquainted with the charming southwestern shore and the incredible Waimea Canyon. Departing from the old port of
Nawiliwili, you will drive through the island's main town of Lihue and pass by the beautiful area of Kauai known as Koloa, famous for its acres of sugar cane fields and the wide variety of tropical flowers. Continuing along the island's one main highway, you'll enjoy panoramic views of small villages such as
OmaŽo, Kalaheo and Hanapepe, as well as Kauai's rugged landscape such as, "Queen Victoria's Profile" said to resemble the famed queen. Passing Hanapepe Bay, you will see the Old Russian Fort before arriving at the town of
Waimea, located at the base of a canyon, the spot of Captain Cook's first landing in Hawaii. Drive up the canyon road towards the summit, where you will enjoy a short walk to the Kalalau Valley Lookout, located at an elevation of 4,122 feet. Your return drive to the Nawiliwili Harbor will be along the main coastal road.
Note: There are about 30 steps at the lookout.
Wailua River & The Fern Grotto
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Price: $42.00 adult, $32.00 child
Departs: 8:00
Including: Depart from the small harbor of
Nawiliwili, while your guide introduces you to the main sights of Lihue Town. You'll drive up the main road, heading north along the dramatic coastline. The highlight of the tour will undoubtedly be your journey up the Wailua River. Upon arrival at the Wailua marina, your guide will direct you to your waiting motor launch to begin your journey up the river, a full narration will be given as to the many varieties of plant and wild life in the area. At the head of the river, you'll disembark for a brief walk to the Fern Grotto, a beautifully haunting cave, where you'll enjoy a serenade featuring the Hawaiian Wedding Song and understand why thousands of couples choose this as their ideal spot to get married. Heading back to the mouth of the Wailua River, you will board your motor coach to continue on short drive further north to the valley of the Sleeping Giant, name due to the resemblance of this mountain ridge to the body of a sleeping giant. A short walk will bring you to OpaekaŽa Falls, a splendid sight where the Wailua River makes a dramatic plunge over a high cliff. Your return drive to
Nawiliwili, and your waiting ship, will be in a southerly direction along the main coastal road.
Note: Wear comfortable walking shoes; the pathways at the Fern Grotto may be slippery.
Waimea Canyon & Wailua River/Fern Grotto
Duration: 7 hours
Price: $85.00 adult, $65.00 child
Departs: 8:15
Including: This excursion combines a visit to the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" - 2,857-foot-deep Waimea Canyon - and a scenic ride up the Wailua River to Fern Grotto. Start with a drive to a lookout point at 3,400 feet. You will have an unsurpassed view of the canyon, filled with an array of rainbow colors created by the reds and browns of exposed volcanic rock and the blues and greens of lush tropical vegetation. Next, board a riverboat for a cruise up the Wailua River to Fern Grotto. The rock grotto forms a natural amphitheater with excellent acoustics, a fact you will appreciate when a Hawaiian choral group sings the Hawaiian Wedding Song for you. There will be a stop for lunch at the Kauai Coconut Beach.
Note: Wear comfortable walking shoes; the pathways at the Fern Grotto may be slippery.
The Hanalei Adventure
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Price: $38.00 adult, $25.00 child
Departs: 8:30
Including: Depart from the small harbor of
Nawiliwili, passing through charming Lihue Town, for a drive in a northerly direction along the dramatic coastline. Pass the main resort area of the island and over the Wailua River, pausing near KapaŽa to turn inland on a small island road. Upon arrival to the OpaekaŽa Falls, you will stop and take a short walk to the falls overlook from where you'll enjoy the Wailua River's dramatic plunge over a high cliff. Continue on a scenic one-hour drive to the town of Hanalei, where you'll pause to stretch your legs and admire the view and serenity of this area. You'll drive by the famed Hanalei Bay, about which so many Hawaiian songs have been written. Continue along the coast through many of the small local towns and villages. A final stop will be at the Guava Kai Plantation, a true working plantation located in a picture perfect setting, where your hosts will kindly introduce you to their home and proudly show you the land in which this delicious fruit is grown.
Mokihana Helicopter Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Price: $175.00
Price: $350.00 If over 250 lbs.
Departs: 8:15, 9:15, 10:15
Including: Where the sidewalk ends, this spellbinding flight-cruise begins. Travel deep into the hidden beauty of Kauai's interior aboard a modern helicopter, specially designed for panoramic viewing. You'll marvel at the jewel-tone cliffs of Waimea Canyon and the ruggedly scenic Na Pali coastline. Explore from above the mysterious Valley of the Lost Tribe and view the secluded valleys of
Honopu, Kalalau and Hanakapi'ai. The view from the air of mist-shrouded Mount
Wai'ale'ale, the wettest spot in the world, and beautiful Wailua Falls, where part of the television series Fantasy Island was filmed, will take your breath away. Your journey into the beauty and majesty of the Garden Isle unfolds as you listen to a beautifully choreographed narration on an individual stereo headset.
Note: Non-refundable. Flight time is 50 minutes. Any participant 250 lbs. or more, or a couple 450 lbs. or more, will pay the rate for one additional seat. Height as well as body weight will be considered. Approximate weight of each participant must be provided.
Kauai Backroads Adventure
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Price: $62.00 adult, $49.00 child
Departs: 8:15
Including: This exclusive journey takes you in an air-conditioned, four-wheel-drive van along seldom-used roads to areas of incredible beauty. Because of their inaccessibility, they have been off limits to all but cane workers for years. As you meander past reservoirs and fields en route to the summit of Kilohana Crater, your guide will tell you interesting stories about Kauai's history and culture. The 360-degree panorama from the top of the crater is truly breathtaking. You will also drive through Old Koloa Town - the birthplace of Hawaii's sugar industry - past an old mill and to the rugged and scenic shoreline of
Maha'ulepu. On the way back, you will drive through a tunnel in the mountain and see the plantation owner's home.
Note: Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests with back problems, pregnant women or those prone to motion sickness.
Mountain Safari Adventure
Duration: 7 hours
Price: $105.00 adult, $75.00 child
Departs: 8:15
Including: Experience Kauai's remote natural wonders up close on this unique tour. You will marvel at the spectacular panoramas surrounding the beautiful Waimea Canyon. Riding in an air-conditioned four-wheel drive van through roads, which are otherwise inaccessible. As you meander along scenic back roads en route to the summit of Kilohana Crater, your guide will tell you interesting stories about Kauai's history and culture. The 360-degree panorama from the top of the crater is truly breathtaking. You will also drive through Old Koloa Town - the birthplace of Hawaii's sugar industry - past an old mill and to the rugged and scenic shoreline of
Maha'ulepu. On the way back, you will drive through a tunnel in the mountain and see the plantation owner's home. A deli-styled lunch is included.
Note: Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests with back problems, pregnant women or those prone to motion sickness.
Jungle Mountain Trek & Wagon Ride
Duration: 7 hours
Price: $125.00 adult, $95.00 child
Departs: 8:30
Including: Your unique day in Kauai will begin with a drive to Kipu Ranch, a fabulous 4,000-acre working cattle operation that spans terrain ranging from a riverside National Wildlife, refuge to spectacular volcanic mountaintops. You will participate in three different hikes, a total of four miles, and between hikes you will be transported from trailhead-to-trailhead by a covered farm wagon pulled by a John Deere four-wheel drive tractor. Each trek is conducted as a nature walk, through pristine tropical rain forests containing many interesting communities of plants, birds and aquatic life, native and introduced. You will walk through fern forests and flowering ginger to visit three different jungle waterfalls, each with it's own special character. You can dive into pools at the base of waterfalls cascading over black lava rock cliffs and swing on ropes tied to tree branches high above mountain pools. Or simply kick back and enjoy the quiet beauty. You'll drive to the summit of the magnificent Haupu Mountain range, where you'll enjoy a great picnic lunch overlooking miles of white-sand beaches and distant mountains from a birds-eye view. While traversing Kipu Ranch by covered wagon, you might have an opportunity to see wild boar, peacocks and other exotic birds. The area is full of legends and your guide will share exciting stories about the supernatural inhabitants of the valley in days gone by.
Note: Wear a swimsuit under comfortable clothing and footwear with aggressive tread for muddy conditions. Bring a windbreaker or light jacket, towel, waterproof sunscreen, hat and insect repellent. Participants must be at least three years of age and accompanied by an adult if under 18 years old.
Poipu Bike & Snorkel
Duration: 5 1/2 hours
Price: $89.00
Departs: 8:30
Including: Bike, snorkel and explore one of the Kauai's most beautiful coastal areas. This is an active natural history tour that gets you outdoors and interacting with Kauai's wilderness. Your day of adventure begins with a short scenic van ride from the ship's dock to Poipu at southern coast of
Kaua'i, where you will be given a bike and safety information before heading out on your five-mile ride. You will be stopping at some of the best points of interest including the Spouting Horn, a former whaling port and the village where Prince Kuhio was born. Special emphasis will be placed on local history and the identification and discussion of native plants, birds and aquatic life. After biking, you will set out to Poipu Beach Park rated one of the nation's best. There you will enjoy a local-style Bento lunch with cold beverages. You'll get a snorkeling lesson and be free to swim and snorkel on the reef. You will have a chance to dry off before returning to the ship.
Note: Wear your swimsuit under comfortable clothing and covered shoes for biking, a windbreaker, waterproof sunscreen, hat, and bring a towel. The bike, helmet, day-pack, and snorkeling gear will be provided. Must be at least 12 years of age and accompanied by an adult if under 18 years old.
Waterfall Hiking Excursion
Duration: 6 hours
Price: $115.00
Departs: 8:45
Including: Explore and hike on exclusive private land on the beautiful North Shore of
Kaua'i. You will be able to hike through lush native flora and fauna and swim in a picturesque waterfall. Begin with a narrated drive to the Princeville Ranch near the famous Hanalei Bay. Your moderate four-hour tour begins with a hike to the ranch lookout point where a breathtaking 360-degree view awaits you. Green, lush mountains, crystal blue ocean, some of the most spectacular views of the entire North Shore. Trekking onward, a short hike through pasturelands leads you into lush tropical paradise. Learn about the native and introduced plants as you descend to a beautiful cascading 100-foot waterfall. There you can swim, take pictures under the falls, relax and enjoy the scenery and a delicious lunch before heading back to the ranch and your ship. Notes: Wear your swimsuit under comfortable clothing and hiking or tennis/running shoes. Bring a towel, waterproof sunscreen and hat. Backpacks and waist packs, rain ponchos, insect repellent, souvenir water bottle, binocular use and walking sticks are included. Must be at least five years of age and accompanied by an adult if under 18 years old. All hikers must be in good physical condition.
Hule'ia River Kayak Adventure
Duration: 2 3/4 hours
Price: $55.00
Departs: 8:30
Including: Kayak down the Hule'ia, a beautiful and historic jungle stream, site of films such as Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park and Lost World. It's a delightful 45-minute downwind paddle, about two miles in length. Your kayaking adventure begins with a short drive to the Nawiliwili Small Boat Harbor. You will go through the Hule'ia National Wildlife Refuge, a place for the preservation of endangered Hawaiian water birds. You will also paddle pass the Alakoko
(Menehune) Fishpond, a living archaeological site. The backdrop to all this fun is the magnificent Ha'upu Mountain Range. After paddling downwind you will leave your kayaks behind and set out on a œ-mile round trip guided nature walk through a pristine tropical rain forest. Your destination will be a 'secret place', where you will have snacks and cold drinks and enjoy the scenery before heading down to the river for a relaxing trip back in a double-hulled powered Hawaiian canoe to your awaiting van and your return drive to the ship.
Note: Wear a swimsuit under comfortable clothing and footwear with aggressive tread for muddy conditions. Bring a light jacket, towel, waterproof sunscreen, hat and insect repellent. Participants must be at least 12 years of age and accompanied by an adult if under 18 years old.
River Kayak and Hiking Adventure
Duration: 2 1/2 hours
Price: $55.00 adult, $35.00 child
Departs: 9:00
Including: This is a great trip for almost everyone. You'll meet your guide for a safety briefing, he'll fit you with the proper gear and instruct you on kayak techniques. You'll paddle down the Hulei'a River for a little over an hour, while your experienced guide shares information about the history of the legendary Menehune Fishpond located in the Hulei'a National Wildlife Refuge, as he points out some of the flora and fauna of the area. You'll stop for locally baked cookies and fresh fruit juice before continuing on a short hike through a lush tropical forest, full of interesting plants. As you exit the forest, an air-conditioned van will be awaiting to drive you back to the starting point. Along the way, relax and enjoy the view not visible from the river.
Note: Comfortable clothing is recommended shoes that you don't mind getting wet or muddy, sunscreen, sunglasses and hat. Participants should be in good health, able to stand and walk on uneven surfaces. Must be over three years of age and not weigh over 265 pounds.
Napali Explorer
Duration: 7 hours
Price: $149.00 adult, $92.00 child
Departs: 8:30
Including: Board the 48-foot adventure raft, the Napali Explorer, for a memorable journey along Kauai's majestic NaPali Coast. Cruise past Polihale State Park to NaPali's majestic towering sea cliffs and hanging valleys. Your captain will talk about the area's history and culture while he takes you partially into sea caves and under cascading waterfalls, sea conditions permitting. Enjoy swimming and snokeling on the clear waters of a protected reef teeming with fish, coral formations, sea turtles and other marine life. Back on board, you'll be served a deli-style lunch before heading back to the ship.
Note: Please wear your swimsuit under very casual clothing. Bring towel, sunscreen, visor or hat. Captain has sole discretion on tour routing based on weather and sea conditions. Participants must be at least five years old. Ride may be bouncy, so this tour is not recommended for pregnant women or those with back or heart problems.
Sea
Fun Beach Snorkel
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Price: $85.00 adult, $60.00 child
Departs: 8:15
Including: This is a beach trip that is very personalized and great for all levels of swimmers. The snorkeling site, in calm water inside a reef, will be chosen based on daily ocean and weather conditions. After being outfitted with equipment, including wetsuits, you will receive full instructions and begin snorkeling in a protected area with no more than six persons per guide. Your guides are marine life experts and will tell you about the fish and coral you see. You may even have a chance to encounter green sea turtles. Drinks and snacks are provided.
Note: Please wear a swimsuit under comfortable clothing, towel, sunglasses and sunscreen. Participants must be at least five years old.
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