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A favorite HIKE on the south end of the island starts at the Poipu Bay Resort Golf
Course (Hyatt). Hike along the cliffs past the Hyatt to the beautiful and
rustic Mahalilepu Beach. A |
SNORKELING
is best on the southern end of the island during the winter and best on
the northern end during the summer. Poipu Beach Park has excellent snorkeling.
If you decide to drive to the north
end of the island, try snorkeling at Kee Lagoon near Haena Beach Park. |
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The north end of the island (1 1/2 hour
drive) has fabulous beaches and hiking trails. If you need lunch, stop in
Kilauea and pick up sandwiches and beverages.
One of our favorite hikes is the Kalalau
Trail winding its way along the spectacular
Na Pali coast. The trail begins at Kee Lagoon where Highway 56 ends and
is steep and often muddy. Bring old tennis shoes, a picnic lunch and water
(don't drink from the streams). Hanakapiai Valley is approximately two miles in
and there is a beach. Avoid hiking after heavy rains because the
trail becomes slippery
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Relax at the end of the trail. The surf is
high and the east-to-west current is extremely strong --please be careful.
Upon reaching Hanakapiai Valley you
will come to a large stream. If you follow it inland for two miles you
will come upon the Hanakapiai Falls and pool. |
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We have received excellent reports from our guests who have taken the guided
hiking tours. |
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OUTFITTER'S KAUAI (742-9667) offers guided or
self-guided kayaking and bicycling tours for all ages. Sea or river kayak. Bike
wilderness, shoreline, sea cliffs. A booklet is available for information about
the flora and fauna bike riders will be passing. |
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WAIMEA CANYON is referred to as the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific". As you
continue up the road you find yourself in Kokee State Park. There are 45
miles of hiking trails with views of the Na Pali coastline and Waimea Canyon. |
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There are several HELICOPTER companies
available to fly you over the Na Pali coast and the Waimea Canyon, plus
a variety of BOAT TOURS, which offer snorkeling and lunch. HORSEBACK
RIDING is available from two Poipu stables. |
The KAUAI MUSEUM located at 4428 Rice
Street in Lihue is a good place to visit. You may find that your tours
of the island are greatly enhanced by understanding the island and its
culture. Coming into Lihue from Kiahuna go straight at the stoplight rather
than veering left on Highway 50 -- you will be on Rice Street. (245-6931)
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