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Jungle
Waterfall Kayak Adventure
(TC 210-3) Call
for Discounts!
- $92.70 per person
Approximately 4 Hours
Departure times: M-Sat. 10:00am
Rated: Moderate
The Jungle Waterfall Kayak Adventure is the newest and most popular
of all of Princeville Ranch Hiking Adventure tours. This 4 hour
Lewis & Clark-like expedition is a full of variety as the Kauai
countryside.
Your adventure combines hiking through beautiful open grass lands
with spectacular mountain views, kayaking on a serene mountain stream,
and splashing in a hidden jungle waterfall. All this and a delicious
full lunch by the waterfall pond too. The Jungle Waterfall Kayak
Adventure is a discovery expedition that everyone will enjoy. Ages
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Hidden
Hanalei Hike
(TC 210-1)
Call for Discounts!-
$61.45 per person
Approximately 3 Hours
Departure times: M-Sat. 9:30am Rated: Easy to Moderate
Discover a part of Kauai that is rarely ever seen. This hike takes
you into the hills behind historic Hanalei town. Learn about the
flora and history of the surrounding area as you hike towards majestic
Mt. Namolokama and her everflowing waterfalls. Arrive at a lookout
point which offers an up close view of the many waterfalls on one
side; and a spectacular view of Hanalei Bay and the Pacific Ocean
on the other.
Here you relax, take pictures, and enjoy a healthy snack as you
take in the awesome beauty of this magical paradise.
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Blue Hole (TC
180-5) Call for
Discounts!
Half DayJourney to the Heart of Kauai.
Four Wheel Drive and Hiking Adventure
Join us for an exciting day you will long remember. Mt. Waialeale,
at the center of Kauai, is the wettest place on earth. At the
base of Mt. Waialeale, where the waterfalls converge, is the area
known as the Blue Hole.
News Flash! New Tour! You are going to love it!
Join us for an exciting tour you will long remember. Mt. Waialeale,
at the center of Kauai, is the wettest place on earth. At the
base of Mt. Waialeale, where the waterfalls converge, is the area
known as the Blue Hole. Just down stream from the Blue Hole is
our destination.
This half day adventure combines four wheel drive access and hiking
to give you an unparalleled experience. From convenient departure
locations, our expert guides will lead you to the heart of Kauai.
Heading inland from Wailua on Kuamoo Road (580) past Opaekaa Falls
and the Wailua Reservoir to the Keahua Arboretum.
From the Arboretum, fasten your seat belts because we are going
on a bumpy ride, further into the heart of Kauai. The trail crosses
streams and winds through the dense forest to the, "Gate",
used in Jurassic Park. We will park at the gate and have an easy
half hour stroll past wild flowers and gorgeous vistas to the,
"Blue Hole", where water is diverted into the irrigation
system of Lihue Plantation.
This is a great opportunity to learn about the history and culture
of Hawaii from experienced guides in a breathtaking natural environment.
The weather can be unpredictable and heavy rain will be cause
for cancellation. A little rain is no problem as umbrellas, ponchos
and walking sticks are provided, as well as back packs, snacks
and beverages. (no rain, no rainbows)
There is a total of about 3 miles of walking involved in this
tour. The trail is not difficult but between the bumpy roads and
the walking, this tour is not recommended for people with neck
or back problems, people prone to motion sickness or people who
are not at least moderately fit.
This tour is operated in the Wailua Forest Management Area, under
a permit issued by the Na Ala Hele Trail Access Program of the
Department of Land and Natural Resources. A portion of the price
of the tour is paid to Na Ala Hele for the maintenance and improvement
of trails on Kauai.
*Advance, paid reservations are required.
*Reservations are non refundable except in the case of weather
cancellation.
Group sizes are a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12.
Prices including tax and trail access fees are:
Adults: $80.00 Children 5 to 12: $50.00
Tours depart from convenient meeting locations, Monday through
Friday (except State and Federal Holidays)

Cooling off in
a natural jacuzzi of bubbling waters below
romantic Hanakapiai Falls is an invigorating experience. To
reach this natural spa, drive out to the end of the road on the
North Shore at Ke'e Beach. Park and lock your car and walk to
the clearly marked trailhead. The hike in from Ke'e Beach to
Hanakapiai Valley is about two miles along the Kalalau Trail.
This takes about 90 minutes of hardy hiking spiced with several
great Na Pali vistas to reach Hanakapiai Beach.
Next the trail turns inland to the Hanakapiai falls. It follows
a
narrow stream for approximately two miles. This portion of the
trail is a strenuous hike and not for the novice or casual hiker.
The trail meanders back and forth across the stream beginning
about three-quarters of a mile in. Never attempt the trail in
the
rain as the stream is prone to flash floods. You won't get lost
as
the trail follows the stream. Stop and check out the ruins of
old
taro terraces made by the ancient Hawaiians. Remnants of a
coffee plantation with a rusting coffee mill date from the 1890's.
The last half mile is a workout, but more than worth it. The Na
Pali magic clicks in and the vegetation becomes very lush with
pools and small waterfalls luring you along to Hanakapiai Falls.
Your reward awaits at the small pool below the three-tiered,
300-foot cascading waterfall. Take off your hiking shoes, relax
and luxuriate in a setting that man cannot duplicate. After a
brief
dip in the pool below the falls, move on to a nearby pool for
a
longer soak. Rocks occasionally tumble down the falls, so it's
best
not to press your luck. Kauai Nature Tours provides informative
guided tours to Hanakapiai Beach and on to the waterfall at the
head of Hanakapiai Valley. |
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About 10 percent of Kauai is accessible
by road. That's great news if you enjoy hiking, because it means
there's a lot of island out there waiting to be explored on foot.
Of course, before you set out you'll need to know where you're
going.
Three of Kauai's best trails:
The Kukui Trail
This 5-mile (round trip) trail drops 2,000 feet into spectacular
Waimea Canyon, and offers the shortest route to the canyon floor.
There's a large swimming hole at the bottom. The trail begins
off the Iliau Loop Trail.
The Kuilau Ridge Trail
This 4.2-mile (round trip) hike offers dramatic views of small
waterfalls and a wealth of flora. The trailhead is about a mile
beyond the University of Hawaii Agricultural Experimental Station
on Route 580.
The Kalalau Trail
This is the original Hawaiian trail into Kalalau Valley, and
offers dramatic views of Na Pali Coast and Kee Beach. It begins
at Kee Beach where Highway 56 ends. Two miles inland is Hanakapiai
Falls, which cascades 300 feet to a pool below. The trail travels
on to Kalalau Valley, and many hikers camp overnight at Hanakapiai
and before continuing on the next day. The entire trip is best
made by experienced hikers.
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