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Kauai Eastside Waterfalls & Local Grinds-Small Group Tour
Overview
The Kauai Waterfalls and Local Grinds is the perfect mix of stunning natural sites, history, local food tasting, and a dash of humor. We call it short & sweet! This not a food tour but rather a wonderful melange of visiting scenic sites on the east side of Kauai and tasting various foods along the way.
Take the day off from driving while our expert guides show you the magic of our island unfold every step of the way. We will visit waterfalls, archeological zones, indulge in the local cuisine, and more.
This is a mother and daughter owned business with over 17 years of guiding experience on island. Your purchases on this tour support locally owned mom and pop shops.
Our Groups are small and intimate, and our vehicles are comfortable and air conditioned.
We look forward to creating memorable experiences with you.
*Full description under "What to expect"
What's Included
- Map of Kauai
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- The chocolate tasting is free but optional
- Bottled water, cold
- Meals bakery items, lunch and any food for purchase along the way
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Menehune Fish Pond
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lihue
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wailua Falls
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Lydgate Beach Park
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Opaekaa Falls
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Kapaa
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IF YOU DON'T RECEIVE A TEXT FROM US THE DAY BEFORE THE TOUR BY 5PM CONTACT US ASAP TO MAKE SURE THE TOUR IS CONFIRMED, SPECIALLY IF YOU ARE BOOKING LAST MINUTE, ARE AN INTERNATIONAL TRAVELER WITH NO US PHONE NUMBER, OR YOU BOOKED THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENCY. A [BRAND] OR TRAVEL AGENT CONFIRMATION IS NOT ENOUGH, THEY DON'T OPERATE THE TOUR, WE DO. We are a very small family business and sometimes we need to change the start time or we might get sick, have vehicle problems or have weather issues that impede us to operate. It is your responsibility to make sure either you or your travel agent provides us with a good number to contact you in case of changes or tour cancellations. Booking through third parties can sometimes be problematic and cause a delay in our communications. WE UNDERSTAND YOUR VACATIONS IS IMPORTANT AND WE WANT TO BE A PART OF IT BUT PLEASE BE KIND AND UNDERSTAND SOMETIMES THINGS HAPPEN THAT ARE OUT OF OUR CONTROL. We appreciate your understanding.
- There are two pick up locations: one in Kapaa town at 8:30am and one in Lihue town at 8:50 am. If you are coming from the north shore or staying in Kapaa town, choose the Coconut Market Place as your pick up point. If you are coming from the ship, airport, Poipu or Koloa town choose the Harbor Mall location in Lihue town. We will send you a text message the day before the tour with pick up details and tour info. Make sure to read and reply to our message the day before your tour.
- WEIGHT LIMITATION: Due to seating dimensions, comfort, and vehicle wear limitations, guests exceeding 260 lbs must book a private tour. This policy is strictly enforced. Reservations not complying with this policy may be canceled or denied boarding without refund. Call us if you have any questions.
- If you are coming via ship and the ship doesn’t dock due to weather or other unforeseen events, We will honor a 50% refund or a full credit to be used within 12 months.
- Private tours available. Call us or a [BRAND] agent for more information
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-132411P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Map of Kauai.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- The chocolate tasting is free but optional.
- Bottled water, cold.
- Meals. bakery items, lunch and any food for purchase along the way.
- Gratuities.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kauai Eastside Waterfalls & Local Grinds-Small Group Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kauai Eastside Waterfalls & Local Grinds-Small Group Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Map of Kauai
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- The chocolate tasting is free but optional
- Bottled water, cold
- Mealsbakery items, lunch and any food for purchase along the way
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IF YOU DON'T RECEIVE A TEXT FROM US THE DAY BEFORE THE TOUR BY 5PM CONTACT US ASAP TO MAKE SURE THE TOUR IS CONFIRMED, SPECIALLY IF YOU ARE BOOKING LAST MINUTE, ARE AN INTERNATIONAL TRAVELER WITH NO US PHONE NUMBER, OR YOU BOOKED THROUGH A TRAVEL AGENCY. A VIATOR OR TRAVEL AGENT CONFIRMATION IS NOT ENOUGH, THEY DON'T OPERATE THE TOUR, WE DO. We are a very small family business and sometimes we need to change the start time or we might get sick, have vehicle problems or have weather issues that impede us to operate. It is your responsibility to make sure either you or your travel agent provides us with a good number to contact you in case of changes or tour cancellations. Booking through third parties can sometimes be problematic and cause a delay in our communications. WE UNDERSTAND YOUR VACATIONS IS IMPORTANT AND WE WANT TO BE A PART OF IT BUT PLEASE BE KIND AND UNDERSTAND SOMETIMES THINGS HAPPEN THAT ARE OUT OF OUR CONTROL. We appreciate your understanding.
- There are two pick up locations: one in Kapaa town at 8:30am and one in Lihue town at 8:50 am. If you are coming from the north shore or staying in Kapaa town, choose the Coconut Market Place as your pick up point. If you are coming from the ship, airport, Poipu or Koloa town choose the Harbor Mall location in Lihue town. We will send you a text message the day before the tour with pick up details and tour info. Make sure to read and reply to our message the day before your tour.
- WEIGHT LIMITATION: Due to seating dimensions, comfort, and vehicle wear limitations, guests exceeding 260 lbs must book a private tour. This policy is strictly enforced. Reservations not complying with this policy may be canceled or denied boarding without refund. Call us if you have any questions.
- If you are coming via ship and the ship doesn’t dock due to weather or other unforeseen events, We will honor a 50% refund or a full credit to be used within 12 months.
- Private tours available. Call us or a Viator agent for more information
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
