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Things to do in Kauai: 1 local trip idea

A ready-made adventure day trip in Kauai, Hawaii, with 5 stops in order.

Adventure trip

East Kauai Peaks & Rivers

5 stops · about 5 hr 20 min of stops · ~$100 per person

An action-packed day exploring the lush East Side of Kauai, featuring a sunrise mountain hike, a kayak and waterfall adventure, and a scenic scenic drive with oceanfront dining.

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    Kountry Kitchen

    4-1489 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
    Kountry Kitchen, Kauai

    Fuel up on famous ube French toast or a hearty local loco moco before heading out.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Sleeping Giant: Nounou East Trailhead

    Haleilio Rd, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
    Sleeping Giant: Nounou East Trailhead, Kauai

    Embark on a steady, rewarding switchback hike to the giant's forehead for panoramic ocean views.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · Free · Directions
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    Kauai: Wailua River Kayak & Hiking Tour to Secret Falls

    4-484 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
    Kauai: Wailua River Kayak & Hiking Tour to Secret Falls, Kauai

    Check in for a guided kayak trip down the Wailua River, hiking through rainforests to Uluwehi Falls (includes lunch).

    ★ 5.0 on Google · Directions
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    Opaeka‘a Falls

    Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
    Opaeka‘a Falls, Kauai

    A quick roadside stop to view the 151-foot cascading falls; parking/entry requires state park fees.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 20 min · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Hukilau Lanai

    520 Aleka Loop, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
    Hukilau Lanai, Kauai

    Unwind with fresh-caught local fish and prime rib on a breezy, open-air covered lanai.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$60 per person · Directions

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