Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour

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Overview

An incredible full-day tour of Kauai's north and east shores with a river boat cruise to Fern Grotto and a visit to the Kilauea Lighthouse and Wildlife Refuge. (Lighthouse is open Wednesday, but we visit the Lookout on Mondays.)

Hotel pickup from the Princeville to Kapaa (others meet at Smith's Boats). Enjoy luxury transportation while you learn about the island from an our expert guides as you explore lush waterfalls, scenic mountain views, and beautiful beaches. No other tour combines all these attractions in one day!

What's Included

  • River boat cruise to the Fern Grotto
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off (Princeville to Kapaa only)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch We stop for a no-host lunch
  • Gratuities are not included in the price of the tour
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We pickup from hotels on the north and east side of Kauai starting at 8:00am in Princeville, 8:45am in Kapaa, 9:00am in Wailua and 9:15am at Smith's Boats at the Wailua Marina for guests coming from Lihue or the south side. Please call 24-hrs before your tour to confirm pickup time and location. Tour is about 6-7 hours depending on traffic and pickup location.

What To Expect

Fern Grotto

Board a spacious, open-air river boat for a two mile leisurely journey to the Fern Grotto where you’ll enjoy a short nature walk through the rainforest. The Fern Grotto is a geological wonder of Kauai where ferns grow upside down from the roof of the grotto. A natural amphitheater of lava rock and tropical vegetation is the perfect backdrop as you are serenaded and entertained by Hawaiian musicians and hula dancers.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Opaekaa Falls

Visit Kauai's East Side 151-foot tall and 40-foot wide waterfall cascading down into a hidden pool. "Opaekaa" means "rolling shrimp" which were once abundant in the stream.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge

Visit Kauai's bird sanctuary, see firsthand the refuge's seabirds like the red-footed boobies, the wedge-tailed shearwaters, and the red and white-tailed tropicbirds. Also check out the 100 year old, 52-ft Lighthouse. Lighthouse is only open on Wednesdays. We visit the Lookout on Mondays.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Anini Beach

See breathtaking views of Anini's calm beaches and clear waters.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hanalei Bay

Tour around Hanalei Bay and Pier, see lush landscaping, and waterfalls on the mountains as well as beautiful beaches.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wai'oli Hui'ia Church

See the beautiful Wai'oli Church in Hanalei with it's stunning stained glass windows and Hawaiian architecture.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Q: Is payment required in full to make a reservation, or is it will be a deposit?

A: Payment in full is required to secure a reservation on the Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour. Read more Aug 2022

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190 reviews

Average 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 190 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: Is payment required in full to make a reservation, or is it will be a deposit?
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Payment in full is required to secure a reservation on the Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour.

Aug 2022
Q: Will I get seasick on Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • River boat cruise to the Fern Grotto.
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off (Princeville to Kapaa only).
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • 6-hr Sightseeing tour of the North and East Shores.
  • Luxury Sprinter or SUV depending on passenger counts.
  • Kilauea Lighthouse & Wildlife Refuge (open Wed., visit Lookout Mon.).
  • Professional and entertaining tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. We stop for a no-host lunch.
  • Gratuities are not included in the price of the tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this activity?
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The minimum age to participate is 2. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible activity?
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Accessibility information for the Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • River boat cruise to the Fern Grotto
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off (Princeville to Kapaa only)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 6-hr Sightseeing tour of the North and East Shores
  • Luxury Sprinter or SUV depending on passenger counts
  • Kilauea Lighthouse & Wildlife Refuge (open Wed., visit Lookout Mon.)
  • Professional and entertaining tour guide
  • LunchWe stop for a no-host lunch
  • Gratuities are not included in the price of the tour

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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