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We try to adhere to the the "norm". The ease or rigor of our activities are subject to change based on weather and/or group dynamics. Kaua'i offers an incredible variety of alternatives that is beyond the scope of this humble itinerary. We reserve the right to shuffle, change and introduce new activities and opportunities as they become available or seem appropriate.

Variations: This itinerary can be abbreviated. If you prefer we can provide two to five-day trips for groups of five or more. Make your reservations early.

NOTE: Want a day to strike out on your own? We can help arrange a replacement activity or substitution at the additional cost of the activity: helicopter, motorboat tour, horseback riding, windsurfing, deep sea fishing, scuba charters,etc.

A welcome/unsolicited Testimonial: emphasis/shouting is his own.

Just wanted to let all of you there know how FANTASTIC this trip was. Unquestionably the BEST vacation/adventure of my life!! From the time we arrived .......the first night for a mouthwatering slab of fresh grilled Ahi Tuna ....to the final 2 hours on Kauai, every minute of this trip EXCEEDED my expectations. The scenery was SPECTACULAR, the activities EXHILARATING! Our guides, Aaron and Josh, were OUTSTANDING in every way, making me feel right at home on their island. Their insights and knowledge added greatly to this trip - much more than if I had done this on my own. Their cooking was exceptional as well. I really cannot say enough POSITIVE things about this trip. I will recommend it ..... to EVERYONE I know! If you need a person to provide testimonials for this trip I would be happy to assist them and you. PLEASE feel free to give them out to any potential customers who have questions or concerns before or after they book their trip. It would be a pleasure to assist you and them in the decision to take THE VACATION OF A LIFETIME!

A COMPLETELY SATISFIED CUSTOMER Eric Gunderson

Day 1/ Sunday:

Orientation, briefing, and unwinding: Fly into Kaua'i's Lihue airport for our afternoon van pick up. You will arrive shortly at our seaside lodging after driving north through a rolling landscape of swaying sugar cane, coco palms and distant green mountain peaks. After unpacking,..... a hike, a swim, or snorkel is never far away. We end the day galvanized with good foods such as ahi, tropical fruits, and fresh vegetables. After dinner offers a great opportunity to get further acquainted, to plan tomorrow and explore a night sky full of sparkling stars.

Day 2/Monday:

Awake to the sound of the sea! Today we paddle the Hanalei river which meanders through the Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge ... and which was designated a National Heritage River! Leaving conveniently from our dock, we paddle the Hanalei river, bay, and a Blue Lagoon full of snorkeling, surf, and incredible vistas. After the paddle and a lunch, we are off on a short drive to the Kilauea Wildlife Refuge. Perched on the most northerly point of Kaua'i, the Kilauea Lighthouse is home to the largest nesting bird sanctuary in the inhabited Hawaiian Islands. Look above for the avian antics of boobies, shearwaters, and frigate birds. Look below into the aquamarine waters and a turtle may surface or, during the winter, a humpback whale may spout.

Day 3/Tuesday:

Are you ready for some birdwatching, surfing, snorkeling, or trekking? Today you will enjoy dabbling and discovering the myriad of lush gardens, verdant beach valleys, and waterfalls that mottle this incredibly picturesque North Shore area of Kaua'i. Exploring from the old plantation town of Kilauea to the famed and rugged Na Pali coast on the west; along the way we will take time to check out indigenous water birds, inspect native plants, or take a swim in a cool pond or salty lagoon. With the "motivated crowd" we have been known to go on a roughwater swim or load a few surfboards for a Surf-Safari. Your constant companion through out the day, is the unrivaled "poster like quality" of the Ha'ena and Hanalei environment.

Day 4/Wednesday:

Are you ready for the challenge of either sea kayaking along Na Pali with dramatic caves and hanging valleys festooned with waterfalls (generally May-Sept.); or paddling the South Shore for an opportunity to watch humpback whales in winter, from the old Koloa Landing to the where Capt. Cook first landed in the sleepy town of Waimea. Both sea journeys offer opportunities to see dolphins, turtles, flying fish and the rare monk seal. Along the way, remote shell laden beaches and reefs beg for some beachcombing and/or snorkeling. Whatever shore we paddle, the end of the day will find us comfortably quartered, in the lofty highlands of Koke'e.  We will base out of Koke'e during the remainder
of our stay.

Day 5/Thursday:

Cool Koke'e! After yesterday's memorable sea kayaking, you may welcome using your legs once again, in the pursuit of some further exploration. Today we will raise our sights above sea level to the highlands of Koke'e. A visit to the Koke'e Museum with its excellent exhibits, will help place Kaua'i's land form and natural history in perspective. The rim of Waimea Canyon, "the Grand Canyon of the Pacific", sports, from most angles, breathtaking views of a deep rain eroded fissure with waterfalls often cascading dramatically into the abyss. Some short hikes with waterfalls and vistas will help you restore your "battery".

Day 6/Friday:

Today, one of the little known, but classic hikes on Kaua'i ! The highlands of Koke'e are a mysterious land, shrouded in mist and imagination, and the ten mile Nu'alolo/Awa'awapuhi trail lends to this magic. A world class trail; we consider it one of the premier trails on Kaua'i, offering you spectacular views of the entire Na Pali coast from narrow exposed ridges.

Day 7/Saturday:

Celebrate your last day and head with us to the Wailua River and a waterfall. The Wailua was the center and seat of cultural activity for early Hawaiians and is considered sacred. A short paddle brings us to the North Fork where we leave our kayaks. The trail leading to our waterfall is a beautiful greenhouse where flowers, brooks, and ferns abound. Uluwehe Falls is hidden in a grove of Kukui trees, the state tree of Hawaii. The early polynesian culture is well represented here, steeped in a colorful past, rich with rock wall terracing, legends and lore. You will not want to leave..... but a reluctant return paddle downstream and a short drive from the river, and we guarantee not only get you back to the Lihue Airport, but to do so equipped with a new and refreshing outlook on life.

Hopefully, during your stay on Kaua'i.... the special island comraderie of our guides and staff have helped answer the imponderable, informed you of the mundane and smoothed the trail less traveled.. A Hui Ho!

For more information or reservations contact us at:

On Kaua'i call 826-9844
Or call us toll free at 1-800-437-3507
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