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Private tour in Kauai Jon A
Tropical Kauai Tour
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Born and raised in Hawaii with a business degree from the University of Hawaii, I have lived on Kauai for over 30 years and have an extensive background in local history, business, real estate and politics. In fact there is almost no question I can't answer, so fire away! Let me tell you about the rise and fall of the sugar industry in Hawaii and how it was responsible for the beautiful ethnic diversity of the islands and how it led directly to Hawaii becoming the 50th state of the United States. I can tell you how much it costs to live in Hawaii and what it is really like to live here. I'll tell you about the features that are unique to Kauai due to the fact that Kauai is the oldest of the major Hawaiian islands. Learn about how the Hawaiian people had no concept of private property ownership prior to the arrival of westerners and how it impacts real estate ownership to this day. I guarantee that by the end of your tour, you will feel that you have learned many fascinating things about what is arguably the most beautiful place on the planet.
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Hanalei Bay, Kilauea Lighthouse, Kauai Waterfalls
Overview of your Kauai tour
Experience the beautiful North Shore of Kauai. Our first stop is the Wailua falls, with a breathtaking 173' drop. In the distance we see Mt. Waialeale, the wettest spot on Earth! Heading north we'll stop at the Opaeka'a waterfall and enjoy a majestic view overlooking the Wailua river valley. The next stop is your choice of either the Kauai Hindu Monastery or Smith's Tropical Paradise, a tropical botanical garden with lots of peacocks and other birds you can feed. Great picture taking! On our way north we travel through the town of Kapaa where we see 100 year old coconut trees. Learn about the legends of Kalalea Mountain and the secrets that it hides. Next stop is the Kilauea Lighthouse with incredible views and a multitude of birds gliding overhead. We head to Hanalei town for lunch and shopping. Then we take a walk out on Hanalei pier for spectacular views of Mt. Namolokama and the beautiful Hanalei Bay.
Your Kauai tour itinerary
The first stop on your tour will be the Wailua Falls overlook. Next we travel to the Opaeka'a waterfall and the Wailua river valley overlook. Your next stop is your choice of either the Kauai Hindu Temple or Smith's Tropical Paradise. The new Hindu temple is located next to a river in a dream-like setting. If you choose Smith's Tropical Paradise you'll stroll through a lush tropical setting with peacocks and other birds that you can feed. Next we travel through Kapaa town on our way to the Kilauea Lighthouse and Wildlife refuge. Native seabirds float overhead in the steady breeze. During winter months Kilauea Lighthouse is a great whale watching point. Next is a lunch stop at either Kilauea or Hanalei town. We will visit Hanalei Valley Lookout seeing taro fields below. And at the end of our tour we take a walk on the Hanalei pier for a beautiful view of Hanalei Bay and the cascading waterfalls falling from Mt. Namolokama.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation
7 passenger Honda Odyssey mini van (up to 5 passengers) 12 passenger Ford Transit van (6-11 passengers) Tour price is based on a maximum of 5 passengers, contact us for pricing on larger groups.
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Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: I will pick up my customers from Lihue, Kapaa, Wailua hotels and resorts. For guests staying in Poipu/Koloa areas our meeting location is Walmart (3-3300 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue). For the cruise ship customers our meeting location is Nawiliwili Harbor terminal. After exiting the terminal building walk towards the port's exit. Up against the terminal building (across from the guard shack) there are 4 parking stalls. I will be waiting for you there.
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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