Kauai Highlights & Movie Sites
Description
Discover why Kauai’s natural splendor is the scenic backdrop for many blockbuster movies and TV shows. Travel through the heart of the garden island, engulfed by vast rainforests and mountainous valleys to arrive at the most famous filming locales. Behold Opaeka'a, a beautiful 151-foot waterfall, and treat yourself to a birds-eye view of the tranquil Wailua river. View clips from the comfort of your mini coach at each location. Explore historic Hanalei Town and have lunch on your own.
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151 foot waterfall, clearly visible from lookout points along the highway. Featured in the “Wackiest Ship in the Army” and “Blue Hawaii.”
Quaint beachside community, old country vibe balanced with new and exciting shops and eateries. The famous dinosaur “egg-change” took place here in Jurassic Park.”
"Raiders of the Lost Ark" was filmed in this mountainous region.
Browse shops and have lunch on your own. A charming town rich in history, surrounded by taro patches and art galleries. Take a brief stroll to Hanalei Beach and Pier.
A scene in the movie The Descendants starring George Clooney was filmed here.
Kilauea Lighthouse Overlook offers sprawling views of Kilauea Point, a lava peninsula featured in "Lilo and Stitch."
Scenic views of the vast countryside and verdant valley.
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Pickup Locations & Times
For guests staying at a North Shore or Princeville hotel, the meeting point is at the Outrigger Waipouli Hotel in Kapa'a. Parking is available at the municipal parking lot near the Outrigger Waipouli Hotel. The tour times provided reflect the start and end of the tour, but not your exact pickup location and pickup time. Whether or not you've provided your hotel/lodging at the time of booking, you are required to contact the tour provider no less than (2) days prior to your tour date to receive your exact pickup time and location. The tour provider will advise you of the specific area at the hotel/lodging you should wait; for example, "at the front entrance." Please be there at least 5 minutes before your pickup time. Please allow a 10-15 minute grace period, as the driver will be picking up other guests in your area. If your hotel/lodging is not included on our pickup schedule, you'll be advised to meet at nearby location. Please note that we are prohibited by certain properties to pick up non-hotel guests and we do not pick-up at private properties such as Airbnb’s and residential areas.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please contact the tour provider at minimum of 7 days prior to the tour date for ADA and all special requests.
Reviews(239)
My husband and I loved this tour! I asked my husband what did you enjoy the most on this tour and he said, “Everything.” Kanae was a beautiful ambassador to Kauai aloha spirit! Her knowledge, concern for your comfort , and amazing aloha spirit made our last tour of our trip the most memorable. When we come back we will definitely take this tour again! This tour gave us the opportunity to see the north side of the island. Amazing, beautiful stops and such knowledge by Kanae about her beautiful island will always be a part of our memories of our trip to Kauai.
Vanessa and I had a wonderful experience. This was Vanessa's first time in Hawaii. We spent our first full day on the beach. Our tour guide did an excellent job making first day of actually seeing the island very memorable. Her knowledge of the island, and the ability to relay that information was a winning combination.
We made these reservations in February for mid-april. It was supposed to be the highlight of our kawaii experience. My husband chose it. He was just diagnosed with kidney cancer days before we arrived. It was a 4800 mile trip. The day before the cruise, the driver said he was sick. And the event was canceled. I can't believe that there was no back up driver. Their next opening g was after we were to leave. I find this irresponsible.
Aloha Lillian, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear about the cancellation and the disruption to your plans. Your feedback has been shared with our team as we review our operations and contingency planning. Mahalo.
The tour was nice but disappointing as well. The description of this tour advertises going by the beach where the Gilligan's Island pilot was filmed, and we did no such thing. We did see several other wonderful spots, but I was looking forward to seeing the beach We're Gilligan's Island was after watching the show for so many years. Our tour guide was nice and knowledgeable, and a little too nice actually. After lunch the entire van got punished by a couple who was about 30 minutes late getting back to the van. Another couple on the van had to catch a plane flight and yet the tour guide didn't care. She made all of us wait. I can see waiting 10 minutes, but not 30 for people to return. That's wrong. Especially, when you have other customers telling you that they have to catch a flight. I recommend this tour, but just be aware that other customers may not be as considerate as you, and you may pay the price.
Aloha Duane, Mahalo for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed several of the stops and your guide’s knowledge. We’re sorry the experience did not fully meet expectations, and your comments have been shared with our team as we review tour flow and timing. Mahalo.
We were on the cruise ship docked on time, but unfortunately the tour didn’t leave as scheduled. We’re not sure whether the delay was due to the ship or the bus company, but we departed nearly an hour late. Because of this, the whole trip felt very rushed. We were told that there is normally around 45 minutes for the lunch stop, but we only had about 30 minutes. Most of the people on the tour were really looking forward to seeing Jurassic Park. We actually passed it on the road, which was very disappointing. It would have been nice if some effort had been made to stop and spend at least a short time there. When we booked, we were told we would return at 3:30pm. However, it felt like the guide was in a rush to get us back to the ship, and we arrived back at 2:45pm. This really reduced the time we had to properly enjoy the tour. That said, Rick the tour guide was very funny and gave us plenty of laughs, which we did appreciate. Very enjoyable even if a little rushed Rick made it
The bus tour was just maybe not for us. We are pretty active and had a rental car and could’ve gone to these places on our own. If you prefer someone else taking you places, don’t have a rental car and are less mobile this tour is good.
Mahalo for sharing your experience and taking the time to leave a review.
1Very informative, many stories and enough stops that your not riding the bus for long periods. Jonna was a great guide.
Kaleo gave the best tour I've ever been on. Very informative, very knowledgeable, very nice and a great sense of humor.
Huge list of movies filmed here, but modt were very old. Nice feature was the movie clips to jog memory. Not much to see, though…
Mahalo for your feedback and for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Excellent way to see the island...behind the tourist attractions...unique way to the hidden gems....
