Kauai's North Shore Gems: Private Tour

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6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Spanish
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Overview

Our tours are lead by a small local family owned business with over 20 years of experience in the field. This is not your ordinary tour. We crafted this experience as if we were going on it. We believe in quality over quantity, and we want to deliver more than what you dreamed of. Make sure to let us know if you want to customize your experience. Our tours support small Kauai owned businesses.

The Kauai North Shore Gems tour is food for the soul and a feast to the eyes. Our professional guides will immerse you on the natural beauty of Kauai's North shore while sharing with you marvelous stories about past and present.

On this tour you will visit: King Kong Mountain, Kilauea Lighthouse (entrance fee included), Anini Beach park, Hanalei Bay and pier, Hanalei Taro fields lookout, Waioli Mission Park, Kilauea Bakery, and Hanalei town.

We look forward to guiding you on beautiful Kauai

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Entrance to the Lighthouse National Park
  • Cold bottled water and a box of chocolate covered macadamia nuts
  • Lunch We will give you many options for lunch, from food trucks and restaurants to purchasing food at a local market to eat it by the beach picnic style.
  • Snacks Bring your own snacks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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4-1400 Kuhio Highway
Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA

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What To Expect

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Kealia Beach (pass by)

On our way to our first stop we will drive by a beautiful golden sand beach and watch the captivating force of the ocean as waves crash relentlessly on the shore. Kealia is a place where locals enjoy surfing and beach combing.
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Aliomanu Road

Our adventure begins with a stop on Kauai's Eastside, where scenes of famous Hollywood movies like, King Kong, Indiana Jones, Six days and seven Nights and Jurassic Park were filmed.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kong Lung Trading

Next on tour our tradition demands a worthy stop at a local bakery to tantalize your senses. Save some room in your stomach for freshly baked goodies, tea and coffee at the Kilauea Bakery.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Daniel K Inoye Lighthouse

It is time to visit the Kilauea Lighthouse, located on the northern most spot on the island with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. The refuge is the largest bird sanctuary in the state of Hawaii. We will spend about 30-45 mts here. You will have an opportunity to take amazing pictures, learn about the many birds who seek sanctuary here, some migratory and some are permanent residents, and spend some time at the visitor center.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Anini Beach

Anini has the largest coral reef system in the Hawaiian Islands. Deep your feet in the warm Hawaiian waters and marvel at the serene beauty of this perfect lagoon like beach.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hanalei Bay

Hanalei Bay is renowned as one of the best beaches on Kauai because its beauty and famous surf breaks. We will take you on a stroll down the famous Hanalei Pier and give you time to take in the views and snap some pictures with our assistance. You will also have a choice to enjoy a picnic lunch here or eat at one of the many restaurants or food trucks in town.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waioli Beach Park

Surrounded by Hanalei's famous Namolokama mountain, This park was the place where the first Christian missionaries first settled in the mid 1800's. They built a school, and a mission house, and the iconic wooden green church with stained glass windows.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hanalei

Hanalei town is one of the most iconic towns on Kauai. It's know for its surf, boho, and chic vibes, and surrounded by emerald green mountains and restored plantation style store fronts. Take a stroll through this charming town and try some of the many local food places from restaurants to food trucks in little holes on the wall. There's is something for everyone to enjoy.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hanalei Valley Lookout

Last on our adventure is a most worthy stop that overlooks the famous taro fields in Hanalei. learn about one of the most important crops the Polynesians brought with them in their canoes, and the story of creation linked to it.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The total duration includes the travel time

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kauai’s North Shore Gems: Private 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

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private transportation
  • Entrance to the Lighthouse National Park
  • Cold bottled water and a box of chocolate covered macadamia nuts
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • In-person guide: English, Spanish
  • LunchWe will give you many options for lunch, from food trucks and restaurants to purchasing food at a local market to eat it by the beach picnic style.
  • SnacksBring your own snacks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The total duration includes the travel time
  • 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.

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