Kauai Vacation: Travel Hawaii

Kauai Vacation

KAUAI

For the ultimate laid back tropical experience filled with lush rainforests, breathtaking waterfalls, serene beaches, and chilled out drives, a visit to the garden isle is a must. It is also the only Hawaiian island with navigable rivers. It is also the oldest of the Hawaiian islands. Its spectacular natural beauty has made it a choice of shooting for several Hollywood films.

Kauai is a true paradise. If you are staying in Lihu’e, then you are only a stone’s throw from Kalapaki Beach, where you can enjoy some of the best swimming on the island. You can also take the 30 minute drive south to Po’ipu. White sand beaches and golf courses await you there. And if you’re up for a slightly longer drive, then you must make your way to the Waimea Canyon, nicknamed by Mark Twain as “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” The experience of witnessing this 3500 foot deep Mother Nature masterpiece can be described only as ‘awe-inspiring.’

If you’re making your way to the North Shore from Lihu’e, then be sure to make pit stops at Wailua Falls and Opaeka’a Falls. To see the Fern Grotto, a 40 foot cave, you will have to embark on a 3 mile journey up the Wailua River. And if you actually get overwhelmed by all the natural beauty, drop-in in Kapa’a town for a plate-lunch and light shopping. Perhaps you fancy a local anklet.

Hanalei town in the North Shore is filled with cozy local shops where the Aloha spirit fills the air. After your visit here, head onwards towards Lumaha’i beach. But don’t forget your snorkel gear if you want to swim with exotic underwater species. For the adventurous traveler, you may want to try the Napali Coast hiking trail. But if you just want to look at this magnificent masterpiece from a distance, then make sure to book a boat or helicopter tour. You will witness over 10 miles of vertical seamounts falling into a necklace of white surf spray.

Kauai is the ideal island for either the adventurous traveler that has an appreciation for nature or romantic couples wanting a private getaway or the traveler that wants to be spoiled in world class spas in some of the finest resorts the Hawaiian chain has to offer.

Mileage from Lihu’e via Hwy 50 (N.W.) to:
Ele’ele	17 miles	30 min.
Kalaheo	14 miles	25 min.
Kalalau Valley Lookout	45 miles	1 hr. 40 min.
Kekaha	28 miles	1 hour
Koloa	11 miles	25 min.
Nawiliwili	2 miles	5 min.
Po’ipu	14 miles	30 min.
Puhi	2 miles	5 min.
Waimea	25 miles	45 min.
Waimea Canyon	36 miles	1 hr. 15 min.

Mileage from Lihu’e via Hwy. 56 (N.E.) to:
Anahola	15 miles	30 min.
Ha’ena	40 miles	1 hr. 15 min.
Kapa’a	10 miles	20 min.
Kilauea	26 miles	45 min.
Princeville	30 miles	1 hour
Wailua	7 miles	15 min.

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