Waimea Canyon Hiking & Sightseeing Tour from Oahu

Fly from Oahu to Kauai - Airfare Included!

Mauka to Makai

Escape to another Hawaiian island for a day on this all-inclusive island-hopping tour. Indulge on your vacation and leave the planning to us! Interisland roundtrip airfare from Oahu to Lihue on Kauai, roundtrip transportation from the Lihue Airport (LIH) and a sightseeing land tour with lunch is included.

Journey through the heart of Kauai’s countryside where you’ll ascend a vast mountain via a meandering road engulfed by trees and endless fields to reveal what Mark Twain aptly described as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific.” It’s hard to believe that the immense cliffs and deep gorges of the Waimea Canyon could exist on an island – you’ll be mesmerized by its scenic beauty long after your vacation.

Watch ocean waves propel jets of water through lava rock at the Spouting Horn Blowhole. In quaint Hanapepe town amid sugar cane fields, view Hanapepe Valley from the lookout and cross the famous Hanapepe Swinging Bridge.

Enjoy a delicious lunch from Waimea Plantation Cottages at the Chicken in a Barrel BBQ.

Venture down a nature trail in Koke’e State Park for an easy walk surrounded by native Hawaiian flora and fauna. Listen for the lyrical chirping of the rare red ‘apapane or i’iwi bird species who sip nectar from the blossoms on the native trees.

Peer at the expanse of Waimea Valley from Pu’u Hinahina Lookout and visit the recently unveiled King Kaumuali‘i Statue at Pa‘ula‘ula, more commonly known as the Russian Fort.

Lastly, you’ll be welcomed at Kauai Coffee Plantation near the coast where the coffee orchard that leads toward the ocean. See the entire coffee process from initial blossoming and harvesting to the final roasting. Sample the exclusive line of estate‐grown Hawaiian coffees while relaxing beneath the warm Hawaiian sun.

Tour Highlights:

• Interisland flight from Oahu to Kauai
• Spouting Horn
• Hanapepe Valley Lookout
• Hanapepe Swinging Bridge
• Lunch at Waimea Plantation Cottages
• Waimea Canyon
• Koke’e State Park (short, easy trail hike)
• Puu Hinahina Lookout (dramatic views of Waimea Valley)
• Kekaha Beach
• Russian Fort / King Kaumuali’i Statue
• Kauai Coffee Plantation

Departure 5:30 AM – arrive on your own at Honolulu International Airport (HNL). The airlines change their flight schedules frequently and at the last minute so please ensure that you check flight status on your own. At the Honolulu Airport, check-in on your own at the Hawaiian Airlines self-service kiosk or at the ticket counter for both flight segments to and from Hilo. Please follow the instructions on your confirmation for where to meet your tour driver at Lihue Airport.

Return 7:00 PM – approximate return to Oahu from Lihue.

Flight Times

• Oahu to Lihue: 7:15 AM
• Lihue to Oahu: 6:15 PM

Flight times are approximate and subject to change

Price Includes

• Round-Trip Airfare From Oahu to Lihue
• Sightseeing tour
• Expert, Live Narration
• Admission Fees

Important Airline Flight Information

In order to be in compliance with FAA regulations, we require the full names of all persons on tour with air transportation. International visitors must have a valid passport to fly interisland on these tours and all U.S. citizens must have a current government ID. This name must be exactly as it appears on your valid, government-issued photo identification. Air carriers will deny boarding if the passenger name, as shown does not match the name on the air ticket. If a passenger is denied boarding due to non-compliance with this requirement there will be no refund.

Cancellation Policy:

168 HOURS NOTICE OF CANCELLATION, prior to airport meeting time for 1 Day tours is required for a full refund; no-shows will incur a full charge. Fees assessed by the airline for name or date changes and any overage fees will be the responsibility of the guest. Refunds or partial refunds for tours, activities, flights, or venues that are cancelled due to reasons outside of our control (weather, force majeure, etc.) as well as refunds for extenuating circumstances will not be honored.