Kauai Eastside Waterfalls & Local Grinds-Small Group Tour

Our journey begins with a visit to the Menehune Fishpond. 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.

Next in the agenda will be at a stop at local bakery to sweeten our day. The price of food is not included in the tour.

Now is time to visit our first waterfall. Iconic Wailua Falls was featured on the opening scene of the old Fantasy Island Tv show. There is no hiking involved on this tour. We will however get out of the vehicle so you will have plenty of time for pictures.

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 (optional), 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. At this stop we will give you the opportunity to either hang out with your guide for a cultural immersion or have free time on your own.

At this stop you will take a short 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.

We make eating fun! and that's why for lunch we will visit Kapaa town, where you will have many choices from food trucks and smoothie bars to restaurants. Your purchase will be supporting local mom and pop shops. In Kapaa you will also have the opportunity to visit the tasting room of Kauai's premier chocolatier, Lydgate Farms to do free chocolate tasting, and Kauai Gourmet Nuts for free nut tasting. You will also have the opportunity to shop for local souvenirs (optional). We will spend 1.5 hrs in this town, and that will be your free time to do what you choose to.