I've only ever been to Oahu, but this christmas we're going to Kaui. Staying in Poipu, right on the beach. Looking for recommendations on things to do... interesting in everything from great surf/snorkel beaches to dive spots, to pretty much anything else! Vegetarian eating tips particularly appreciated.
Any tips on cool off-the-beaten-track stuff appreciated!
2006-10-10 19:11:53 · 9 answers · asked by johnd1215 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Honolulu
We'll be there in January '07, can't wait! Kauai is the best island for hikes - definitely check out Waimea Canyon (Grand Canyon of the Pacific). I highly recommend a tour of the Napali coast; the 11 mile Kalalau trail is amazing but not for the timid. There's so much to do, but as others have said about Kauai, the best part is really doing nothing at all! Pick up a guide book (my favorite is the "Revealed" series, they're blue softbacks) and browse through and tag what interests you. Enjoy! Kauai is such a different experience from Oahu.
2006-10-11 04:12:12 · answer #1 · answered by Dani 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-16 01:42:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We spent 5 days in Kauai, and had a great time. The highlight was a kayak/hike day up the Wailua river. We rented a 2-man kayak on our own and paddled up the river. The rental place gives you a map and you can 'choose your own adventure' so to speak. We put out on a little inlet, hiked thru the jungle to a gorgeous waterfall, and swam at its base. There was a big rainfall the night before, so the trail was very muddy...like up to your knees muddy. I wore my water shoes, which were actually really good for the mucky terrain. Have fun in Kauai...it is a beautiful place.
2006-10-11 14:49:32 · answer #3 · answered by mymylookyhere 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My best advice to you would be to look for some stores or shops along the way to where ever you are driving and stop to ask those that work there. Hanging out with the locals are good advice to but, being local myself I would warn you to be careful who you befriend. Not many still believe in the Aloha spirit like I still do.
Best to look for some older locals to talk too... they would be more trustworthy than the younger generation.
Have a good one
2006-10-10 19:28:24 · answer #4 · answered by KeAhi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get the book " A concise history of the Hawaiian Islands" by Dr. Phil Barnes. Read it. It's short and informative.
Please be respectful while you visit. Say "Aloha" (hello; love) often and if you can't remember to say "Mahalo" (mah-ha-low) do your best to thank any and all people for helping make your vacation beautiful.
2006-10-11 06:48:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are some cool waterfalls, other than that, don't plan....enjoy and kick back. It's gonna rain many times during the day, it's the garden island!
2006-10-10 19:19:58 · answer #6 · answered by answer annie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I highly recommend Captain Andys for an evening dinner cruise. http://www.napali.com/kauai_sailing/
http://www.kauaiexplorer.com/
2006-10-12 15:03:52 · answer #7 · answered by Papa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
www.hawaii. com - each island has its own tab that goes into details on sight seeing, events, activities, hotels and so much more
Have a great time!!!
Aloha
2006-10-11 08:05:10 · answer #8 · answered by Melissa S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't need to plan anything........just relax, hang out with locals when you can and enjoy paradise!
2006-10-10 19:14:02 · answer #9 · answered by WitchTwo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋