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KauaiThe "Garden Island"
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Welcome to Kauai
Kauai is Hawaii's fourth largest island and is sometimes called the "Garden Island," which is an entirely accurate description. The oldest and northernmost island in the Hawaiian chain is draped in emerald valleys, sharp mountain spires and jagged cliffs aged by time and the elements. Centuries of growth have formed tropical rainforests, forking rivers and cascading waterfalls! Some parts of Kauai are only accessible by sea or air, revealing views beyond your imagination. More than just dramatic beauty, the island is home to a variety of outdoor activities. You can kayak the Wailua River, snorkel on Poipu Beach, hike the trails of Kokee State Park, or go ziplining above Kauai's lush valleys. But, it is the island's laid-back atmosphere and rich culture found in its small towns that make it truly timeless. Explore the regions of Kauai and make your escape to discover the undeniable allure of the island.
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Regions of Kauai
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This towering falls is an incredible sight (and photo opportunity) during your East Side adventure.
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One of Hawaii's only navigable rivers offers plenty of fun for kayakers and other paddlers.
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The oceanfront town at the gateway to Waimea Canyon is a fun stop during your West Side adventure.
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The family-friendly Poipu Beach Park on Kauai’s South Shore was once voted “America’s Best Beach.”
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Spouting Horn Park features a blowhole that’s one of the most photographed spots on Kauai.
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Allerton Garden is home to the giant Moreton Figs made famous in the film "Jurassic Park," and both gardens feature a wide variety of trails and plant species.
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Located in Lihue, the Kauai Museum features amazing collections from the artisans of Kauai and Niihau.
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According to legend, the Menehune built Alekoko Fishpond on Kauai’s southeast shore in one night.
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Past Lihue is Kilohana, a restored 1930s-era plantation estate renowned for hosting one of the island’s most iconic luau.
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Founded in 1864, this 100-acre sugar plantation museum in Lihue provides a fascinating look into Kauai’s plantation past.
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Home to dramatic natural beauty like the cliffs of the Napali Coast, this area is an outdoor lover's paradise.
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Kauai's East Side is sometimes called the Coconut Coast for the groves of coconut palms that grow there.
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The island's government and commercial center is surrounded by natural wonders like Wailua Falls.
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You'll find sites with cultural, historical and geological significance alongside beautiful beaches on the South Shore.
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Discover charming, art-filled Hanapepe Town, the scenic vistas of Kokee State Park, and much more.
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The Hawaiian Islands Weather
Kauai
Poipu, Kauai
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Mon 11/25Scattered Showers79°F26°C
Tue 11/26Partly Cloudy79°F26°C
Lihue
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Sat 11/23Scattered Thunderstorms75°F24°C
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Mon 11/25Scattered Showers77°F25°C
Tue 11/26Scattered Showers77°F25°C
Kapaa
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Oahu
Honolulu, Oahu
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Sun 11/24Breezy80°F27°C
Mon 11/25Mostly Sunny81°F27°C
Tue 11/26Rain80°F27°C
West Side
TodayMostly Cloudy76°F24°CFri 11/22Scattered Thunderstorms80°F27°C
Sat 11/23Scattered Thunderstorms78°F26°C
Sun 11/24Sunny81°F27°C
Mon 11/25Mostly Sunny82°F28°C
Tue 11/26Mostly Sunny82°F28°C
North Shore (Turtle Bay)
TodayScattered Thunderstorms77°F25°CFri 11/22Scattered Thunderstorms78°F26°C
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Mon 11/25Scattered Showers79°F26°C
Tue 11/26Breezy78°F26°C
Molokai
Hoolehua, Molokai
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Sat 11/23Breezy82°F28°C
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Mon 11/25Sunny84°F29°C
Tue 11/26Mostly Sunny84°F29°C
Molokai Airport
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Kaunakakai City
TodayBreezy76°F24°CFri 11/22Scattered Thunderstorms80°F27°C
Sat 11/23Breezy79°F26°C
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Mon 11/25Sunny81°F27°C
Tue 11/26Mostly Sunny81°F27°C
Lanai
Lanai City, Lanai
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Tue 11/26Breezy79°F26°C
Manele Bay Beach
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Mon 11/25Breezy80°F27°C
Tue 11/26Breezy79°F26°C
Lanai Airport
TodayBreezy76°F24°CFri 11/22Scattered Thunderstorms78°F26°C
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Tue 11/26Breezy79°F26°C
Maui
Kahului Airport, Maui
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Sun 11/24Mostly Sunny80°F27°C
Mon 11/25Sunny81°F27°C
Tue 11/26Mostly Sunny81°F27°C
Whalers Village in Kaanapali
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Mon 11/25Partly Cloudy75°F24°C
Tue 11/26Partly Cloudy75°F24°C
The Shops at Wailea in Wailea
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Sat 11/23Rain78°F26°C
Sun 11/24Partly Cloudy78°F26°C
Mon 11/25Mostly Sunny80°F27°C
Tue 11/26Mostly Sunny80°F27°C
Hawaii
Hilo, Hawaii
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Mon 11/25Scattered Showers74°F23°C
Tue 11/26Showers73°F23°C
Kailua/Kona
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Mon 11/25Partly Cloudy73°F23°C
Tue 11/26Partly Cloudy72°F22°C
Puako
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Mon 11/25Partly Cloudy73°F23°C
Tue 11/26Partly Cloudy72°F22°C
More Ways to Explore Kauai
With so much to see and do on the island of Kauai, you could easily spend your entire trip exploring the island. Here's some more info about things to see and do around the island.
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