Kauai Eastside Private Nature and Culture Tour

The 5 hour Private Kauai Waterfalls and Food Tasting tour is a perfect mix of beautiful natural sites, history & local food tasting. We call it short & sweet!
Kick back and enjoy the ride on our clean air condition vehicles while we share with you the stories of our islands, mixed with a dash of humor. You will visit waterfalls, a beautiful beach park, archeological sites, and taste locally made pastries and chocolate. We will enjoy lunch at the historic Kapaa town, where you will have many choices from food trucks and smoothie bars to restaurants.

Take the day off from driving, a day of discovery awaits you!

This is a mother and daughter owned business with over 17 years of guiding experience on island. All of your purchases on this tour support locally owned mom and pop shops.

We look forward to creating memorable experiences with you.

Meeting Point

Kauai Bound Snorkel and Golf Gear Rental

3486 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766, USA

If you are staying in the Lihue area or coming from the cruise ship meet us in front of this store by the shave ice sign. From the harbor is about a 10-15 mts walk.
Meeting time is at 8:50am sharp

Coconut Marketplace

4-484 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA

If you are staying in the Kapaa area or coming from the north shore meet us outside of the Island Country Market on the side facing the highway.
Meeting time is at 8:30am sharp.

What's included:

• Map of Kauai
• The chocolate tasting is free but optional
• Bottled water, cold

Not included:

• Gratuities
• No room or access for wheelchairs

What to expect:

Duration: 5 hours

Kukui Grove

3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, 96766-2040, Hawaii

We will meet all our travelers by the Kauai Bakery. It is time to set the mood right for the day with an introduction to the legendary Portuguese doughnuts known as malasadas. Get ready for a delicious sweet treat. Coffee and other savory treats are also available for purchase. Please arrive at 8:00am so you have time to enjoy some coffee and pastries before the start of the tour.

20 minutes

Menehune Fish Pond

Hulemalu Rd., Niumalu, Hawaii

This is no ordinary pond, it is a jurassic size pond built in ancient times by the first inhabitants of Hawaii, the people from the Marquesas Islands. Marvel at the beautiful surroundings as we drive you through the Kipu Kai area. Learn about the fascinating legend of the Menehunes, the archeological and cultural importance of the pond. Many Hollywood movies have been filmed in this area. We will stop in two areas to take many pictures.

25 minutes

Wailua Falls

Lihue, 96746, Hawaii

Last but not least is time to visit one more waterfall, because you can't never have enough waterfalls. Iconic Wailua Falls was featured on the opening scene of the Fantasy Island Tv show. You will have plenty of time for pictures. The perfect closure for a tour.

25 minutes

Lydgate Beach Park

Leho Dr, Lihue, Wailua, 96766, Hawaii

Time to take a stroll down the path by the beautiful Lydgate Beach Park, where you can soak your feet in the famous Morgan Ponds, learn about the ancient temple of worship were Hawaiians greeted the rising sun daily, the city of refuge, and more. This is a leisure walk for all age groups. you will have many picture opportunities.

35 minutes

Opaekaa Falls

Opaekaa Stream, , Hawaii

At this stop you will walk to visit two sites, Opaekaa Falls and the Wailua River lookout, located in Wailua town where the Hawaiian royalty lived in ancient times. Beautiful views and many picture ops await for you here.

25 minutes

Lydgate Farms Kauai Chocolate

5730 Olohena Rd, , Kapaa, 96746-8808, Hawaii

Stop at Kauai's premier chocolatier and sample the many flavors that are sure to tantalize your senses. All chocolate bars are crafted on island from cocoa beans grown on Kauai.

20 minutes

Wailua Homesteads Park

454 Kamalu Rd, Kapaa, 96746-9615, Hawaii

Drive through the backcountry of Wailua Homesteads on our way to Kapaa town. Enjoy stunning views of Mount Waialeale, Kauai's tallest mountain, and the center of the island. Get to see where locals live.

Pass by without stopping

Kapaa

Kapaa, Hawaii

Enjoy lunch in historic Kapaa town where you will find many choices of locally made food, from food trucks to restaurants. Also available will be fruit stands, smoothie and coffee bars, and shave ice. We love food and hope you do too.

1 hour, 15 minutes

Sleeping Giant Trail

Haleilio Road, Kapaa, 96746, Hawaii

Last but not least, we will take you on a lovely drive on Kapaas bypass road. Enjoy the views of our famous Sleeping Giant Mountain, while we share the story of this mythical man who saved the day for the common people in ancient times.

10 minutes