They call Kaua’i “The Garden Isle”, but it’s like no garden you’ve ever seen before. It enjoys the same warm climate as the rest of Hawai’i and its mountain peaks trap the rainclouds that roll in off the Pacific, so its peaks and valleys are draped with lush vegetation. Geologically it’s the oldest of the four main islands of Hawai’i, so it’s had plenty of time to develop some spectacular scenery. Mark Twain described Waimea Canyon as “the Grand Canyon of the Pacific”, while another highlight is the Na Pali Coast, where sheer cliffs rise thousands of feet straight out of the ocean. This coast is only accessible by boat or helicopter, but it’s well worth the effort. Of course, you don’t have to travel so extravagantly to appreciate Kauai’s wonders - hire a bicycle from Kapa’a and cruise the cycle path that follows the coast for several miles. You’ll find your own patch of paradise.
Kaua'i Highlights Explore the Koloa Heritage Trail which covers 14 cultural, historical and geological sites from Old Koloa Town to Poipu. Take a visit to Kilauea Lighthouse which is 52 feet high and was built in 1913 as a beacon for travelling ships. Its light was turned off in the 1970’s. The view off the rugged northern coastline and the deep-blue Pacific makes this the perfect spot for photos. It’s also the location of the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, a sanctuary for seabirds. Take a visit to Hanapepe Town - Known as “Kauai’s biggest little town”, this charming town is the art capital of Kaua’i. Spouting Horn Blowhole - On Kauai’s South Shore is quite spectacular and one of the most photographed spots on Kaua’i. The Poipu surf channels into a natural lava tube here and releases a huge spout of water during large swells. Explore Waimea Canyon - Stretching 14 miles long, one mile wide and more than 3,600 feet deep, the Waimea Canyon Lookout provides panoramic views. There are numerous trails to traverse for beginners and seasoned hikers. Take a hike around the Na Pali Coast - The only land access to this enchanted area is via the Kalalau Trail, an 11-mile trail that starts at Kee Beach, crosses five different valleys and ends at secluded Kalalau Beach. Mountain Tubing - Take to Kauai’s historic waterways in a mountain tube and discover a whole new way to access the island’s tropical interior. A great fun day out! Visit the Fern Grotto on Kauai’s East Side. Accessible only by a short boat trip up the Wailua River, the grotto is a natural lavarock grotto, lush with hanging ferns and tropical foliage, cooled by the mists of a waterfall. There was a time when the Grotto was off-limits to all but Hawaiian royalty, but for more than 50 years riverboats have provided tours of the site. It’s no wonder this unique Kauai setting is such a popular destination for wedding ceremonies.
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