Category Hanalei & North Shore Tours

Kauai · HANALEI & NORTH SHORE TOURS

The 15 Best Hanalei & North Shore Tours on Kauai

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Rain feeds the north shore, so it stays the greenest corner of a green island — taro fields, Hanalei Bay, and the reef at Tunnels. These are the best Hanalei and North Shore tours ranked, with what each covers, how the seasons change the swell and the snorkel, and which ones suit first-timers.

Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket

Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket - The outdoor chocolate tasting area: how cocoa becomes a bar

1.Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 774 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $126Our pick

Tour Princeville Botanical Gardens, taste Kauai fruit and honey, then sample at least 5 single-origin chocolates from around the world.

“That it’s not just all about gardening and plants! It was so informative, yes about the plants. We also learned all about Cacao growing and all the fruits that come off the trees and their purpose. Our guide Lauren was a wealth of knowledge, super smart, great speaking voice (we could all hear her) and ultra organized.”

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Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour - Who This Tour Fits Best (and Who Might Want a Different Plan)

Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai

Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai - The 90 Minutes: What You’ll Do During the Lesson

3.Private Hanalei Sandy Bottom Surf Lesson on Kauai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Private 90-minute Hanalei Bay surf lesson with top gear, water-safety coaching, and sandy-bottom waves for first-timers and repeat surfers.

“Nick, was a great in instructor I am 63 years old and he made me feel like a kid again surfing he was very knowledgeable and showed the aloha spirit”

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Walking Food Tour Exploring Hanalei

Walking Food Tour Exploring Hanalei - What You Actually Eat: More Than a Snack Break

4.Walking Food Tour Exploring Hanalei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 282 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Taste Hanalei on a guided walking food tour with taro treats, poke, local sweets, and town history in a small group.

“We had a blast on the food tour. This was my 13 year olds pick of what to do on vacation and it did not disappoint. Tasty food with an expert. So much fun. My kids have not stopped talking about the chili chicken we tasted. Such a fun time in paradise.”

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Hanalei River Paddle and Bay Snorkel Tour with Lunch

Hanalei River Paddle and Bay Snorkel Tour with Lunch - Getting Started Near Kapaʻa: How the Tour Flows

Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour

Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour - The short rainforest walk: easy, but watch your footing

6.Best Kauai Northeast, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 196 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $220

Fern Grotto river cruise, Kilauea lighthouse lookout, and North Shore views on a small-group Kauai day tour with pickup.

“The lighthouse and the church (supposedly part of paid tour))were borh closed, so big chunk of tour was unavailable! Viator should have told us this information ahead of time, and we would have cancellled tour.”

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Farm and Food Experience in Kilauea

Farm and Food Experience in Kilauea - The two-hour flow: what happens after you arrive in Kilauea

7.Farm and Food Experience in Kilauea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · from $39

Regenerative farm tour in Kilauea with tastings and a family-style dinner at Common Ground Kauai, about two hours.

“Educational and tasty! I was inspired to look at my own garden differently and how I can make it sustainable. Recommended!”

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Kauai Northeast Tour, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse

Kauai Northeast Tour, Fern Grotto River Cruise & Lighthouse - Pickup times, van flow, and how the day really runs

Hanalei Bay PM Kayak & Snorkel in Kauai

Hanalei Bay PM Kayak & Snorkel in Kauai - Hanalei Bay time: snorkeling, turtles, and what your guide helps you notice

9.Hanalei Bay PM Kayak & Snorkel in Kauai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $145

Paddle the Hanalei River, snorkel Hanalei Bay for sea turtles, and end with snacks and stories from local guides.

“Beautiful kayak down the river and into the ocean with everything you need. Bring a rain jacket since this is the second time doing this tour and it rained both times. Still gorgeous and absolutely worth it. Coastal weather can be unpredictable our guides shared history, culture, snacks and were so kind. I was able to hold an octopus, my dream. Her name is Betty now.”

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Private Luxury Tour of Kauai: North & East Shores

Private Luxury Tour of Kauai: North & East Shores - Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off: The Time-Saver You Can Feel

10.Private Luxury Tour of Kauai: North & East Shores

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $415

Private luxury tour of Kauai’s North & East or South & West shores with hotel pickup, local storytelling, and flexible stops.

“Really nice tour guide but I could have done the same trip with a group tour as all the places I told them I wanted to go were not provided but a great tour guide aside from that”

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Princeville – Snorkeling Shore Excursion

Princeville - Snorkeling Shore Excursion - The 5-Hour Morning Plan From Anahola Marketplace

11.Princeville – Snorkeling Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $123

Snorkel Princeville’s coast with a sea scooter, included gear and map, and easy instructions for likely turtle sightings over 5 hours.

“Best Snorkeling adventure!! Having the scooters was such a game changer. It made it so much easier to wander around the reed and go against the current. If you are staying in Princeville they will bring the gear to your resort! So convenient! Read more”

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Kauai East Side and North Shore Private Guided Tour

Kauai East Side and North Shore Private Guided Tour - The coconuts and why they matter more than a novelty

12.Kauai East Side and North Shore Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $850

Private Kauai East Side and North Shore tour with seabird cliffs, Wailua Falls, lighthouse views, Kalihiwai Beach, and fresh coconut water.

“Had a great time with family on private tour with Noah. Well worth it if this is your first or tenth visit. Support a local small business too”

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Private Kauai North Shore Tour

Private Kauai North Shore Tour - Opaeka’a Falls and Wailua Falls: Two Waterfalls With Very Different Vibes

13.Private Kauai North Shore Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $360

Private Kauai North Shore tour with a safe local guide, Wailua and Opaeka’a Falls, Hanalei Bay, and Kilauea Lighthouse wildlife.

“A great introduction to Kauai, its history, geography, its culture and customs. John is a very confident and safe driver and known by locals wherever he goes. He will show you places and things that only the locals know about - things that can’t be found in the guide books or in Shaka itineraries. He is not of Hawaiian ancestry, but he was born and raised in Hawaii and has raised his children here. Very knowledgeable and will customize your trip around the kinds of things you enjoy seeing and doing.”

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Creative Soul Scavenger Hunt of Hanalei Kauai

Creative Soul Scavenger Hunt of Hanalei Kauai - Starting at Hanalei Market: How the First Phase Works

14.Creative Soul Scavenger Hunt of Hanalei Kauai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Solve Hanalei puzzle clues in teams with Tara via WhatsApp. Two stops, about 2 hours, $39 per person, English.

“Our family is a huge fan of scavenger hunts and this one did not disappoint! Tara was so great to work with! She made the experience so fun and gave our family a unique experience! We enjoyed learning more of Hawaii! People we interacted with made the experience amazing and something we will remember forever. So happy we did it!”

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Discover Kauai Helicopter Tour from Princeville

Discover Kauai Helicopter Tour from Princeville - Princeville air views and the South Pacific pier stop