Location: Hanalei
Top Things to do in Hanalei
Top 5 Sightseeing Tours in Hanalei, Hawaii (HI)
The beautiful little town of Hanalei could almost have been designed as a holiday island paradise. Its stunning beach, mountain scenery and its mostly fabulous weather conditions mean that you are going to want to spend most of your holiday outdoors. The bay on which Hanalei is located boasts beautiful white sands. Hanalei beach is perfect for lazing around or taking part in traditional beach games, as well as for enjoying a dip in the clean, warm waters. The conditions are often perfect for surfing, with locals and visitors alike keen to engage. When the water in the bay is rough, there remains an area towards the west of the bay which is reasonably sheltered for bathing. The pier at Hanalei is very important to the culture of the town and is used for fishing, as well as social and musical gatherings. The pier was featured in the musical, South Pacific.Hanalei TownThe small town that is Hanalei is famed for its dedication to Kauai’s island history and culture. Its art galleries contain carvings produced by indigent tribes people from local wood, with many souvenirs available for purchase. The Waioli Mission House and Church date back to the early part of the nineteenth century and were established by Christian missionaries to Kauai from the US mainland. Regular music and celebratory events are held, where you will be given the opportunity to taste poi, a locally produced Hawaiian delicacy. The freedom of your holiday rental will also allow you to sample the local island cuisine at the town’s traditional restaurants.
Restaurants in Hanalei
1. North Shore Kauai Audio Driving Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore Kauai's scenic north shore with Shaka Guide and visit the beautiful beaches, gorgeous hiking trails and even a hidden waterfall. You will love the gripping stories we tell of this unique island. Skip the tour bus and explore Kauai at your own pace for a fraction of the cost. Shaka Guide's North Shore Kauai Tour uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn directions to the best spots! Shaka Guide is the #1-rated app for Kauai with over 2K reviews on the App Store and Google Play Store! WHY SHAKA GUIDE: ✅ Tours never expire. ✅ Tour work offline. No data needed. ✅ Reliable GPS directions. ✅ A guided tour for a fraction of the price. ✅ Save time planning! We’ve done the work for you. ✅ Your vacation, your terms — freedom to stop and go as you please. ✅ The #1-rated travel app for Maui. ✅ Listen to interesting stories and Hawaiian music!
Inclusions: Offline map of the entire island with turn-by-turn audio navigation, Interesting stories and history and the freedom to explore at your own pace, Purchase will NEVER expire and tours work offline, Tour highlights in the app with restaurant and activity recommendations
Exclusions: Parking fees, Attraction entrance fees, Meals, Car rental, Crowded tour bus
Reviewed By chanyu1
This is a good and inexpensive way to do the Haleakala sunset tour with audio narrative of things to see along the way to the mountain top. Good value for the price. A quick tip: this app burns through your phone battery fast so having a car phone cable is a must or else your phone battery will run out of juice pretty quick...
2. Private Kauai North Shore Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
This full-day private tour of Kauai’s north shore starts with a visit to Wailua Falls, one of the Garden Isle's most famous natural sights. With an informative private guide, continue sightseeing around the coastal area, stopping for multiple photo ops at Opaeka’a Falls and the Wailua River Overlook, Kilauea Lighthouse, Hanalei Bay, the Hanalei Valley Lookout . Visit Kauai hidden beaches and ancient sites. Learn about Kauai's history and local culture along the way. * Price displayed is based on a party of four to six passengers
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Private guide, Bottled water, Fruit drinks, Hotel, airport or harbor pickup and drop-off (Visitors from Princeville or Poipu meet in Lihue)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By Jason H
Fantastic people working for a fantastic company. Stopped at unique places we wouldn’t have seen on a big tour bus.
3. Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 66 reviews
Shaka Guide is an audio tour app that gives you the benefits of a guided tour with the freedom to explore on your own terms. This Kauai Adventure Tour Bundle comes with four socially-distanced audio driving tours: • Waimea and Na Pali Tour (6-8 hour tour) • Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour (6-8 hour tour) • Poipu and Koloa Tour (4-6 hours hour tour) • North Shore Kauai Tour (6-8 hour tour) The app uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn navigation to historic sites, popular attractions, world-class beaches and scenic hikes with stories about the places you’re visiting and music to entertain you along the way. All Shaka Guide Tours... • Never expire - take them multiple times or buy in advance • Work 100% offline - no data or wifi necessary • Let you take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you *Please use the link in your confirmation email to download the app*
Inclusions: All 4 Shaka Guide audio driving tours for Kauai, Audio narration with stories and music , Turn-by-turn audio navigation using GPS, Freedom to explore at your own pace, Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations, Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline -- no wifi or data needed), Tours NEVER expire
Exclusions: Parking fees, Attraction entrance fees, Car rental, Meals
Reviewed By chanyu1
This is a good and inexpensive way to do the Haleakala sunset tour with audio narrative of things to see along the way to the mountain top. Good value for the price. A quick tip: this app burns through your phone battery fast so having a car phone cable is a must or else your phone battery will run out of juice pretty quick...
4. Private Luxury Tour of Kauai: North & East Shores
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 27 reviews
See the Best of Kauai's south and west shores on this private tour! You'll have the flexibility to customize your itinerary with the help of your friendly guide, who'll take you to picturesque beaches, waterfalls and wildlife reserves. Depending ont he size of your group and the availability, experience Kauai in our luxury sedans, SUVs or Mercedes Sprinters.
Inclusions: Private tour of Kauai, Knowledgeable local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By IowaTraveler50021
We did a private tour today with our guide, Domi. It was a great way to not only see the island spots but also learn a ton about the history! It was a perfect way to spend a day. Domi adjusted quickly when not only rain changed our plans but also closures due to COVID-19. This is the way to see the island!
5. Private Full-Day Tour of Kauai North Shore with Local Guide
We will arrange a comfortable pickup and take you to this great experience to explore the north shore of Kauai. Enjoy amazing sites that will also include the Kilauea Lighthouse, the stunning Hanalei lookout point, pier and bay and the famous Opaekaa and Wailua Falls, amongst other sites. You will also visit the Hindu Monastery located in the heart of the island, one of the most peaceful sites in the world. Discover the island next to our local experts!
Inclusions: Private pick up and drop off in Kauai (hotel or cruise terminal), Private vehicle disposition with driver/guide for 6 hours
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks
