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Tours/Activities

Zipline Tree Top Tour

An amazing zipline canopy experience that combines zipping high above the treetops with unique and exciting bridge walks. Fly through the forest over pine, mango, eucalyptus, bamboo, and native plant and bird life.

Zipline Tour

Begin with a fun and informative scenic ride in our four wheel drive adventure vehicle. Your certified guide will share interesting information on island history, culture, flora and fauna. Glide over lush tropical forests and deep valleys below as you fly across seven ziplines which descend a mountain side. End your zip with a delicious picnic lunch in a bamboo grove and a refreshing swim.

Hawaii Movie Tours

This tour is a relaxing and informative tour showcasing the locations of dozens Hollywood blockbusters that were filmed on Kauai, from Blue Hawaii with Elvis Presley to Raiders of the Lost Ark, South Pacific, Jurassic Park, and lots more.

3-Hour ATV “Ranch Tour”

After instruction and some practice, you’ll embark on an exciting journey through the diverse landscape and history that makes our ranch one of the top eco-tours in the state of Hawaii today.

4-Hour ATV “Waterfall Tour”

See some of Kauai’s movie locations, beautiful views, Hawaiian wildlife and historical sites. The tour has some challenging terrain with short hikes up and down steep uneven ground to get to the falls where you can take a swim.

Jungle Valley Adventure

Enjoy beautiful Hanalei mountain views as you approach the secluded Kalihiwai Stream. The adventure lets you kayak, hike, zip line, float on inner tubes and/or swim in a private swimming hole and then enjoy a delicious picnic.

Kalihiwai Falls Hike

Witness breathtaking mountain and ocean views as you hike the lowland rainforest, Kalihiwai Valley, to the spectacular five-tiered falls. Continue up-valley another waterfall swimming hole surrounded by fern-lined walls for a delicious lunch and jumping or floating on inner tubes.

Tubing

Hop in one of our four-wheel-drive adventure vehicles and traverse former Lihue Plantation lands deep into Kauai’s pristine emerald green interior. At our launch site, you’ll grab a tube, don a headlamp, and jump in the gently flowing waters. Witness historical engineering feats as you float down the open canals, through several amazing tunnels. You’ll also be guided to an enchanted picnic area nearby for a delicious lunch and a cool dip in a natural swimming hole.

Na Pali Snorkel Sail

Experience the majestic Na Pali coast on the custom built catamaran “Lucky Lady”. See towering sea cliffs, waterfalls, sea caves, pristine beaches and remote wilderness coastline. Encounter spinner dolphins, turtles and humpback whales. Snorkeling, waterslide fun, swim platform, spacious main deck and observation deck.

Na Pali Coast & Niihau Super Snorkel Tour

No other place in Hawaii offers you such unique formations – Niihau’s old age means it has been shaped and carved by ocean currents and waves the longest of all the Hawaiian Islands. After snorkeling, enjoy a gourmet deli-style buffet lunch with pasta and fresh fruits.

Split Fishing Charter

We leave the dock with a minimum of 2 passengers and a maximum of 4. We can work at finding people to join you, if needed.

Private Fishing Trips

Prices are for the whole boat.

Scenic Valley Beach Horseback Ride

Our most popular and shortest ride, offered twice daily, takes you through the ancient Mahalepu area popular now to beachgoers, windsurfers, and local fisherman. Experience a variety of scenery and terrain.

Kauai Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour

This is Kauai Helicopter Touring at its finest. Your journey includes the Hanapepe Valley, Mana Waiapuna Falls, Olokele Canyon, Waimea Canyon, Bali Hai Cliffs, Hanalei Bay, Wailua Falls, Mt. Waialeale, the heart of the ancient volcano.

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Hotel Restaurants

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
1571 Poipu Road, Koloa | Tel: 808-240-6456


Dondero’s
$$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Dine al fresco under the twinkling evening stars overlooking the ocean, or choose the intimate indoor settings with beautiful murals and floor tiles reminiscent of an Italian villa.

Ilima Terrace
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  6:00 am – 2:00 pm daily

Serving breakfast and lunch daily, this open-air casual restaurant is the ideal spot to plan another perfect day in paradise.

Poipu Bay Grill & Bar
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  7:00 am – 2:30 pm daily

Settle in for a delicious breakfast or lunch in the welcoming country club atmosphere overlooking the majestic Poipu Bay Golf Course.

Stevensons Library
$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Friday-Monday

Sushi, martinis, cocktails and nightly entertainment.

Tidepools
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  5:30 pm – 10:00 pm daily

Embrace the tempting combination of contemporary Hawaiian cuisine served in a unique Hawaiian setting.

Yum Cha
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  5:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Closed Sundays and Mondays

Enjoy the delicious flavors of Asian fusion style cuisine while overlooking the famous Poipu Bay Golf Course.

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Sheraton Kauai Resort & Spa
2440 Hoonani Road, Poipu Beach | Tel: 808-742-4011


Naniwa
$$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  5:30 pm – 9:00 pm | Closed Sundays and Mondays

Step through the “noren” graced doorway and you have traveled across the Pacific to Japan. Here you will find an array of this Asian culture’s exotic and artistic culinary treats.

Oasis Bar & Grill
$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  11:00 am – 4:00 pm daily

Find a daily menu of light snacks, fresh salads and delicious grilled favorites. The casual, open-air terrace is popular with beach-goers and the bar offers fresh fruit smoothies, exotic tropical mixtures and a full-service cocktail menu.

Shells
$$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  5:30 pm – 9:00 pm daily

In this exquisite oceanfront setting you will enjoy the succulent harvest of both land and sea. The expansive á la carte menu offers a wide selection of the most tender and juiciest cuts of prime steak found anywhere, prepared with the freshest herbs, spices and vegetables on Kauai.

The Point Bar & Grill
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  4:30 pm – 11:00 pm daily

Cocktails and casual dining with an ocean view. The Point is Sheraton Kauai Resort’s “gathering place” for the island’s most spectacular sunrise and sunsets.

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AREA RESTAURANTS

Asian/Asian-Pacific

Casa di Amici
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  6:00 pm – 8:15 pm daily 
2301 Nalo Road, Koloa | Tel: 808-742-1555

For the best in al fresco style fine dining and romantic ambiance.

Gaylord’s
$$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  5:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Monday – Saturday 
3-2087 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue | Tel: 808-245-9593

Enjoy finely prepared international cuisine while sitting on the lanai belonging to a 1930’s plantation owner.

Mema Thai & Chinese Cuisine
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  11:00 am – 2:00 pm lunch; 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm dinner
4-369 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa | Tel: 808-823-0899

Mema’s displays pride of ownership, high quality, and a courteous and friendly staff exhibiting the warmth of Kauai’s aloha spirit. BYOB.

Toi’s Thai Kitchen
$$ VISA-MC  —  10:00 am – 2:00 pm lunch; 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm dinner | Tuesday – Saturday
4469 Waialo Rd, Ele’ele | Tel: 808-335-3111

Country-style Thai cuisine, hearty portions, reasonable prices, and a casual dining room make this family-run eatery a solid choice on the restaurant-sparse West Side.

Italian

Brick Oven Pizza
$$ VISA-MC  —  11:00 am – 9:30 pm daily
2-2555 Kaumualii Highway, Kalaheo | Tel: 808-332-8561

This family-owned operation on the south shore in Kalaheo has been one of our most popular stops. The cheerful dining room has red checked tablecloths and murals of pizza serendipity — a pizza shaped like the island of Kauai.

Café Portofino
$$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  5:00 pm – 10:00 pm daily
3610 Rice Street, Lihue | Tel: 808-245-2121

Café Portofino provides a Riviera-like atmosphere with a combination of fresco and salon dining.

Pomodoro’s
$$ VISA-MC  —  5:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Closed Sunday
Rainbow Plaza, Kaumualii Highway, Kalaheo | Tel: 808-332-5945

Pomodoro is the Italian magnet of the west side – a small, casual, and intimate second-floor dining room with a bar, potted plants, soft lighting and pleasing Italian music.

Mexican

Mariachi’s
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX  —  11:00 am – 9:00 pm daily
3501 Rice St # 205, Lihue  |  Tel: 808-246-1570

Located next to Kalapaki Joe’s in Harbor Mall is a little piece of Mexico. The house specials are traditional dishes such as pollo en mole and enchiladas rancheras.

Steak/Seafood

Beach House
$$$ VISA-MC-AMEX-DC  —  5:00 pm – 9:00 pm daily
5022 Lawai Rd, Koloa | Tel: 808-742-1424

This freestanding restaurant, just steps away from the water, is considered “the place to be” on Kauai for the nightly ritual of watching spectacular sunsets. Open nightly for dinner, the menu offers several preparations of fresh Hawaiian fish, along with creative twists on island favorites.

Brennecke’s Beach Broiler
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  11:00 am – 10:00 pm daily
2100 Hoone Rd, Koloa | Tel: 808-742-7588

Right on the beach. Right on the price. Casual family dining. Lunch, dinner and happy hour. Steak and fresh seafood.

Duke’s Canoe Club
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  11:00 am – 11:00 pm daily 
3610 Rice Street, Lihue | Tel: 808-246-9599

A tribute to legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku, this popular restaurant and barefoot bar offers fresh island fish, prime steaks, live Hawaiian entertainment and stunning ocean views.

Hula Girl
$$ VISA-MC  —  5:00 pm – 10:00 pm daily
4-484 Kuhio Highway # B, Kapaa | Tel: 808-822-4422

Great food and drink – something for everyone that’s simply delicious! Casual Hawaiian family style lunch and dinner, served with Aloha. Surfer-size portions at affordable prices.

JJ’s Broiler
$$$  VISA-MC  —  11:00 am – 9:00 pm daily
3416 Rice Street, Lihue | Tel: 808-246-4422

The breathtaking view sets the stage for a panorama of savory regional and hearty American meals, including fresh island fish, garden salads, sandwiches, pasta entrees, and their signature
Slavonic steak.

Keoki’s Paradise
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  11:00 am – 11:00 pm café; 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm dinner
2360 Kiahuna Plantation Drive, Koloa | Tel: 808-742-7534

Nestled in sunny Poipu Beach, Keoki’s Paradise is famous for its fresh seafood, local island cuisine and exotic drinks served in a jungle-like setting.

Lemon Grass
$$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  4:00 pm – 9:30 pm daily
4-885 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa | Tel: 808-821-2888

A landmark restaurant in the heart of Kapaa, serving hand-selected seafood and sushi in a beautiful Pacific Rim atmosphere.

Lighthouse Bistro
$$ VISA-MC  —  5:30 pm – 8:30 pm daily
Kong Lung Square, Kilauea | Tel: 808-828-0480

Lighthouse Bistro has been serving the North Shore of Kauai great food and live entertainment, in an openair Hawaiian plantation garden setting since 1999. They pride themselves on using fresh local produce and ingredients to create a unique European, pacific rim, fusion menu.

Plantation Gardens
$$ VISA-MC-AMEX-DC  —  5:00 pm – 9:00 pm daily
2253 Poipu Road, Koloa | Tel: 808-742 2121

Surrounded by glowing tiki torches and the beautiful Moir Gardens at Kiahuna Plantation resort, Plantation Gardens features Pacific Rim cuisine with regional Hawaiian influence.

Poipu Beach Broiler
$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  11:30 am – 9:00 pm daily
1941 Poipu Road, Koloa | Tel: 808-742-6433

Poipu Beach Broiler is the perfect blend of casual, island-style fun and food. Come in and relax in an open-air tropical atmosphere.

Roy’s Poipu Bar & Grill
$$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  5:30 pm – 9:30 pm daily
2360 Kiahuna Plantation Drive, Koloa | Tel: 808-742-5000

European techniques and Asian cuisine meet Hawaiian hospitality to create a fine dining experience unlike any other. Where the “aloha” style of service comes straight from the heart, and where any occasion becomes an unforgettable evening.

The Bull Shed
$$$ VISA-MC-DIS-AMEX-DC  —  5:30 pm – 10:00 pm daily
796 Kuhio Highway, Kappa | Tel: 808-822-3791

A favorite since 1973, The Bull Shed is famous in Kauai for high quality meals at affordable prices. The prime rib and fresh island fish are a couple of the more notable dishes, but the restaurant also serves some great chicken and lamb dishes.

The Hanalei Dolphin
$$$ VISA-MC  —  11:30 am – 3:00 pm lunch; 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm dinner
5-5016 Kuhio Highway, Hanale | Tel: 808-826-6113

The Dolphin is the only restaurant located on the Hanalei Heritage River and is a North Shore institution. Charbroiled Fresh Catch of the Day right out of Kauai’s waters and sautéed Calamari, Scallops, Broiled Shrimp, Crab Legs and Lobster will satisfy all seafood lovers.

Wrangler’s Steakhouse
$$ VISA-MC-AMEX  —  10:30 am – 8:30 pm | Closed Sunday
9852 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea | Tel: 808-338-1218

A combination of cowboy, plantation and island traditions, Wrangler’s serves lots of steak — big, hand-selected cuts — and adds some island touches, from vegetable tempura to grilled steak to ahi with penne pasta. Families like Wrangler’s because its multicourse dinners won’t break the bank.

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