Self-Guided Kauai Island Driving Audio Tour

Name: Self-Guided Kauai Island Driving Audio Tour
Brand: Cool Hawaii
SKU: 380399
Price: 19.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.66 (240 reviews)

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Overview

Don't miss a thing as GuideAlong Audio Tour takes you on an incredible journey of Kauai's wondrous set of natural features. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the island's famous highlights including the 'Grand Canyon of the Pacific', favorite spots of monk seals, and the Garden Isle's most famous waterfall.

This self-guided audio tour helps you discover more on your Kauai road trip with fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions that play automatically along the drive.

Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace so you can spend more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.

✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
✅ Travel at your own pace
✅ Tours work offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
✅ Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates.

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

What's Included

Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates
Trip Planner: In-app
Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 280+ Points
Includes an app based self-guided experience, so you do not need any in-person guide.

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Kauai

As the audio guides play commentary based on your gps location, you can create your own itinerary along the tour route(s) to match your interests and schedule.Or you can use our trip planners for our suggestions on half, full or multi day itineraries.Some of the many highlights are listed below;

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Anini Beach

There are several excellent beaches to explore between Kapa'a and Princeville, and Anini Beach is one of the best, with a sandy shoreline and the water is almost always calm. There are shady trees to help you enjoy a longer day at the beach, too. Anahola and Moloa'a are other beaches in that section of the island that also normally provide protection from the open ocean.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ha'ena State Park

Haʻena State Park is the end of the road on Kauai’s North Shore. Top highlights include Keʻe Beach, Tunnels Beach/Haʻena Beach Park, and the Kalalau Trail, the gateway to the Nā Pali Coast. Advance reservations are required for entry, parking, or shuttle access and can be booked up to 30 days in advance.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hanalei

Gentle crescent-shaped bay with a beach nearly two miles long, surrounded by lush mountains and taro farms. A great and safe place to swim. The town has a relaxed surfer vibe with trendy cafes and stores. You will want to take a photo of the pier on the main beach with the rain-sculpted face of Namolokama in the background.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hanapepe

A charming town filled with preserved historic plantation style buildings and a strong artist community. One of the best places to pick up a local souvenir is from the art galleries and shops featuring Niihau shell jewelry. Or take a walk across the Hapapepe Swinging Bridge. The popular Artist Markets Fridays from 5 pm - 9 pm. Farmers Markets on Thursdays at 3 pm.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Kapaa

Kapaʻa is one of Kauai’s liveliest east-side towns, with plenty of local food spots, shops, and shave ice stops. Visitors can also rent a bike and enjoy the easy coastal multi-use path, relax near Kapaʻa Beach, or continue north to scenic Keālia Beach for swimming, surfing, views, and fresh ocean air.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kilauea Lighthouse

Kīlauea Lighthouse is a beautiful century-old white lighthouse set on dramatic cliffs above the Pacific, offering unforgettable ocean views and photo opportunities. The area is also a wildlife refuge where visitors can often spot seabirds. Advance reservations are required for Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, which is closed Sunday to Tuesday, so visitors should check availability and book ahead.But this can also be a good beach to watch surfers if the swell is running. Or give in to relaxation and find a shady tree overlooking Kapa'a Beach to take a nap!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Koke'e State Park

Kōkeʻe State Park continues beyond Waimea Canyon to the end of the road, offering some of Kauai’s most breathtaking mountain and coastal views. Don’t miss Kalalau Lookout, Puʻu O Kila Lookout, and the Kōkeʻe Natural History Museum for scenic viewpoints, nature exhibits, snacks, and a peaceful highland break. A small entry fee may apply.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge

The Kilauea Lighthouse is also a wildlife refuge, and you will see a range of seabirds in the area. The refuge and Lighthouse are closed Sundays and Mondays, but you can still enjoys the views even if you cannot access the main facilities.Reservations are now required to visit Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, where the Kilauea Lighthouse is located.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Koke'e State Park

Extend your drive beyond Waimea Canyon to enter Koke'e State Park and complete the journey to the end of the road.The Kalalau Lookout is the most famous, and if the clouds are kind, you'll have a superb view all the way down a scenic Na Pali valley down to the ocean.The very last viewpoint is Pu'u O Kila, and also has magnificent views, though it offers different aspects.The Koke'e Natural Museum is a small rustic facility that holds treasures from the region and also displays about the natural environment. Worth a stop and snacks available here.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lihue

Līhuʻe and Nawiliwili are among Kauai’s most historic and active areas, offering a mix of Hawaiian heritage, local food, harbor views, and island charm. Visitors can relax at the calm Kalapaki Beach, explore the Nawiliwili area, and continue on to the legendary Menehune Fishpond for a scenic stop tied to ancient Hawaiian stories.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Na Pali Coast State Park

Nā Pali Coast State Wilderness Park is one of Kauai’s most breathtaking and unforgettable natural highlights, known for its dramatic sea cliffs, lush valleys, rugged coastline, and sweeping ocean views. The coast cannot be reached by road, but visitors can experience it by challenging hikes, kayaking, boat tours, helicopter tours, or scenic viewpoints.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Poipu

Poʻipū is Kauai’s popular South Shore resort area, known for sunny weather, beautiful beaches, dining, and shopping. With nearby highlights like Kiahuna Beach, Poʻipū Beach Park, Shipwreck Beach, Makahuena Point, and Spouting Horn, it’s a scenic and unforgettable stop for ocean views, beach time, and relaxed island charm.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Princeville

Princeville is a scenic North Shore resort area set on a dramatic headland overlooking Hanalei Bay. With beautiful ocean views, nearby beaches, golf, dining, and easy access to North Shore highlights, it’s a relaxing and unforgettable base for exploring Kauai’s lush coastal beauty.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Spouting Horn

Spouting Horn is one of Kauai’s most iconic coastal sights, where ocean waves rush through a natural lava tube and shoot water high into the air. With easy parking, scenic ocean views, a nearby marketplace, and seasonal whale-watching chances from December to May, it’s a fun and unforgettable South Shore stop.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tree Tunnel

The Tree Tunnel is a beautiful gateway to Kauai’s South Shore, where hundreds of eucalyptus trees form a scenic canopy over the road. Planted in 1911, this iconic drive toward Kōloa and Poʻipū creates an unforgettable first impression with its lush greenery, historic charm, and classic island scenery.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wailua Falls (pass by)

Opaekaʻa Falls is one of Kauai’s most iconic waterfalls, just a short drive from Līhuʻe and easy to view from the parking area. With two streams dropping about 80 feet into a lush valley, this breathtaking stop is perfect for photos, especially in the morning when mist and sunlight can create beautiful rainbows.

Waimea Canyon State Park

Waimea Canyon is one of Kauai’s most breathtaking natural wonders, often called the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific” for its dramatic red cliffs, deep valleys, and sweeping island views. Shaped by volcanic activity, rain, and time, this iconic canyon offers unforgettable scenery, must-see lookouts, and some of the island’s best photo opportunities. For clearer views, visiting earlier in the day is often best before afternoon clouds roll in.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fern Grotto

A lush hidden gem along the Wailua River, Fern Grotto is known for its tropical greenery, peaceful setting, and fern-covered lava rock walls. This scenic stop feels magical and unforgettable, with a beautiful mix of nature, culture, and island charm.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

'Opaeka'a Falls (pass by)

A breathtaking waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and classic Kauaʻi scenery. With its easy viewpoint access, dramatic drop, and scenic valley backdrop, Opaekaʻa Falls is an iconic photo stop and a must-see natural highlight.

Sleeping Giant Trail

A famous mountain ridge shaped like a giant resting on the island skyline. With its legendary story, lush slopes, and scenic views, Sleeping Giant is an unforgettable Kauaʻi landmark, rich in natural beauty and Hawaiian character.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kealia Beach

A beautiful golden-sand beach with rolling waves, fresh ocean air, and scenic coastal views. Keālia Beach is a lively and unforgettable stop for photos, beach walks, and enjoying Kauaʻi’s classic shoreline beauty.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Moloa'a Beach

A peaceful, hidden gem with soft sand, turquoise water, and lush tropical surroundings. Tucked away from the busier areas, Moloaʻa Beach is a scenic, relaxing stop, perfect for quiet coastal views and unforgettable photos.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tunnels Beach

An iconic North Shore beach known for its clear blue water, reef views, lush mountains, and breathtaking scenery. With its dramatic backdrop and unforgettable coastal beauty, Tunnels Beach is one of Kauaʻi’s most scenic beach stops.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ke'e Beach (pass by)

A breathtaking beach at the edge of the North Shore, surrounded by lush cliffs, clear water, and dramatic coastal scenery. Keʻe Beach is an iconic stop with unforgettable views near the start of the Nā Pali Coast.

Nawiliwili

A scenic harbor area known for ocean views, island activity, and a welcoming coastal atmosphere. With its nearby beaches, local charm, and connection to Kauaʻi’s seafaring history, Nawiliwili is a memorable stop along the route.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kalapaki Beach

A beautiful crescent-shaped beach with calm waters, soft sand, and a relaxed island setting. With scenic harbor views and a lively yet peaceful atmosphere, Kalapaki Beach is a lovely stop for photos, swimming, and a refreshing break.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Menehune Fish Pond

A fascinating historic fishpond tied to Hawaiian legends and ancient island engineering. Surrounded by peaceful water and lush scenery, Menehune Fishpond is a unique cultural stop that adds mystery, history, and local storytelling to the journey.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Koloa

A charming historic town known for its plantation roots, colorful shops, and relaxed island feel. With its local character, cultural history, and scenic surroundings, Kōloa is a memorable stop for food, photos, and Kauaʻi charm.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glass Beach

A unique coastal hidden gem known for its shoreline, scattered with smooth sea glass. With ocean views, colorful details, and a rugged industrial-coast setting, Glass Beach is an unforgettable and photo-worthy stop.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Salt Pond Beach Park

A scenic beach park with calm waters, soft sand, and peaceful coastal views. Known for its nearby traditional Hawaiian salt-making area, Salt Pond Park offers a beautiful mix of beach relaxation, local culture, and island history.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waimea

A historic west-side town with coastal views, local shops, and a relaxed island atmosphere. Known as a gateway to Waimea Canyon, Waimea is a charming stop filled with history, culture, and classic Kauaʻi character.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kalalau Trail

A breathtaking lookout with sweeping views into Kalalau Valley and the dramatic Nā Pali Coast. With lush cliffs, deep green valleys, and unforgettable ocean scenery on clear days, Kalalau Viewpoint is one of Kauaʻi’s most iconic stops.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Barking Sands Beach

A unique coastal area known for its wide sandy shoreline, ocean views, and unusual “barking” sand legend. With its open beach scenery, fresh sea air, and memorable local character, Barking Sands is a scenic and interesting stop.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.

Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.
Important Note: Please note that recent Kona storm impacts in Hawaiʻi have caused flooding, debris, and temporary road disruptions. Although conditions are getting better, some parts of Maui County and Hawaiʻi Island may still experience delays, cleanup work, or closures. Please review current road updates before your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions (6)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self-Guided Kauai Island Driving Audio Tour?

A: 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). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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