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Waimea Canyon, Wailua River & Fern Grotto Tour

Grand Valleys, Meandering Rivers & Lush Jungles

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Kaua’i Waimea Canyon, Wailua River and Fern Grotto Tour

Journey through the heart of Kauaʻi on a day filled with breathtaking scenery and timeless island beauty. Marvel at the sweeping vistas of Waimea Canyon, often called the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” then enjoy a tranquil boat ride along the lush Wailua River. The experience concludes at the serene Fern Grotto, where nature, culture, and history come together in a truly unforgettable setting.

Quick details

Duration : 9 Hours and 45 Minutes
Meeting point : Hotel pickups from Kauai locations.
Age : All age
Tour Type : Daily Tour
Explore Kauai’s natural beauty with a visit to Waimea Canyon, a scenic Wailua River cruise, and the lush, iconic Fern Grotto; Tours are available on select dates and for select cruises. If your cruise ship isn’t listed in the availability, the tour is not offered for that sailing.

Book Your Adventure

Adults (Ages 12+; 12–17 must bk w/ 18+)
$228.00
Children (3-11 yrs; Must book Adult ticket first)
$159.00
Infants (2 yrs and under; Must book Adult ticket first. Infant sits on adult's lap)
$0.00

Tour Overview

Experience Kauaʻi’s most iconic landscapes in one beautifully paced adventure. From canyon lookouts to peaceful river cruising and a visit to a legendary grotto, this tour reveals the island’s natural and cultural soul.
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Waimea Canyon, Wailua River & Fern Grotto Tour Details

Waimea Canyon, Wailua River & Fern Grotto Tour
Grand Valleys, Meandering Rivers & Lush Jungles

Experience Kauai’s wonderous marvels on the Waimea Canyon, Wailua River and Fern Grotto Tour. Journey to one of the world’s most inspiring geological wonders, the Waimea Canyon and be amazed at the expansive peaks, valleys, and deep gorges. Cruise down the Wailua River on a scenic boat ride amidst a lush rainforest jungle and take a relaxing stroll to the Fern Grotto. Enjoy lunch on your own in historic Old Koloa Town, surrounded by its charming atmosphere. Witness natures raw power at the Spouting Horn Blowhole on this tour showcasing the scenic splendor of Kauai.

  • Waimea Canyon – nicknamed “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific”, this epic natural wonder is over 10 miles long, 1 mile wide and more than 3,000 feet deep. The Waimea Canyon Lookout* offers scenic views of the deep valley gorges with it’s striking red soil covered in greenery.
  • ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls – This 151-foot-tall, 40-foot-wide waterfall is the most accessible major waterfalls on Kauai. ʻŌpaekaʻa” means “rolling shrimp,” which were once abundant in the stream.
  • Spouting Horn Blowhole – crashing waves propel majestic jets of salt water through lava rock. One of the most photographed sites on Kauai.
  • Hanapepe Valley Lookout – panoramic views of a valley covered in trees and wild green sugarcane. Hanapepe was one of the locations visited by famous explored Charles Wilkes in 1840 on his United States Exploring Expedition.
  • Wailua River – narrated two-mile ride on an open-air boat down a meandering freshwater river.
  • Fern Grotto – at the end of the Wailua River, walk through a tropical rainforest to a rock cave dripping in ferns. Listen to the melodious, live performance of the Hawaiian wedding song as you enjoy the verdant surroundings.
  • Round-trip hotel transportation is included from convenient Kauai locations.
  • If your hotel or the place you are staying is not listed, we will pick you up at the closest location.
  • Tour departs the first pickup location at 7:45AM and returns at approximately 5:30 PM.
  • 24 hours prior to your tour, please re-confirm your pick up time and location by calling 808-246-0122.

 

Times

  • Depart: 7:45 AM Return: 5:30 PM

What’s included:

  • Round-trip transportation in air-conditioned comfort

  • Admission to Waimea Canyon Lookout

  • Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

  • Expert live narration

 

What’s not included

  • Lunch

  • Opaeka’a Falls (view)
  • Wailua Marina/Fern Grotto (Smith’s Boat Ride)
  • Enjoy lunch on your own in historic Old Koloa Town, surrounded by its charming atmosphere.
  • Waimea Canyon Lookout (stop)
  • Waimea Town (drive through)
  • Kauai Coffee (stop)
  • Spouting Horn (stop)

Check-in details

  • Confirm your hotel pickup time by calling 808-246-0122 at least 24 hours prior to departure.

 

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing and shoes
  • Camera for photos of the scenic views
  • Government-issued ID

 

Special requirements

  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap.

 

Restrictions

  • Not recommended for those with motion sickness due to winding roads.

48 HOURS NOTICE OF CANCELLATION, prior to tour departure is required for full refund; no-shows will incur a full charge. Maui Haleakala Sunrise tours require 72 hours advance notice. One Day Tours and One Day Tours with Helicopter – a full refund if cancellation notice is received up to 168 hours prior to the airport meeting time. If the tour is rebooked, there are no cancellations or refunds. Refunds or partial refunds for tours, activities, flights, or venues that are cancelled due to reasons outside of our control (weather, force majeure, etc.) will not be honored. Inter-island airline flight schedules are subject to change by the carrier and may be unavailable at the current tour price. For an additional fee, alternate flights may be an option but are dependent on availability and additional fees must be paid in full at the time of booking by the guest and are non-commissionable and non-refundable. Refunds for extenuating circumstances are not guaranteed and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. A valid doctor’s note submitted within 5 days will be required for each guest requesting a refund due to illness. Some tours require a minimum number of participants to operate; affected guests will be refunded or may rebook to a similar tour/product based on availability which may be subject to additional cost.

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