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Kauai Highlights-Small Group Tour-A taste of the South + West
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Kauai Highlights-Small Group Tour-A taste of the South + West

By Kauai Soul Travel
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Ages 0-99, max of 13 per group
Duration: 6h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Entrance fee to Waimea State Park
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Map of Kauai
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Waimea Canyon State Park
What's not included
  • Chicken in a Barrel at the Waimea Plantation Cottages
  • Wheelchair accessibility. Our vehicles have no room to stow a wheelchair or walkers.
  • Infant and toddler car seats. If you have one please bring it.
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple meeting point options.
  • Option 1
    Island Country Market, 4-484 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
    Departure is at 8:30am. Please wait outside the Island Country Market on the side facing the Hwy. Ample parking area. We will txt you the day before the tour to check in. Make sure to provide a valid cell number to get in contact with you.
  • Option 2
    Harbor Mall, 3501 Rice St #50, Lihue, HI 96766, USA
    Departure is at 9:00 am. Be ready 10 Mts before. Walk across the street from the mall and wait by the Shave Ice sign. If you are driving, park by the ocean at the public parking. If you come from the ship you can walk or take the free shuttle to the Mall. We will drop you off at port at 3:30pm.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 132411P3

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Provide us with a good phone number when booking. We will be contacting you the day before the tour via text with tour details and/or any changes. Acknowledge our text message when you get it.
    • Wear comfortable clothing, good walking shoes, hat or cap and sunglasses.
    • If you weigh 300 lbs and up please contact us so we can make arrangements to give you an extra seat. There will be an additional fee for this.
    • No refunds pass the 24 hours prior to the start of the tour.
    • In consideration for on time guests and our after hours duties we are unable to wait for late arrivals.
    • We can drop off guest at the cruise port at 3:30pm, and the airport.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 132411P3

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    • Kauai Soul Travel
      420
      Kapaa, United States
    • Robert M
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Waterfalls and more
      Coco was very accommodating in arranging our private tour while she was on vacation herself. Our guide Shasta was outstanding and very informative. Enjoyed the experience.
      Written November 16, 2024
    • Cindy16Chicago
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A must do!
      Coco is a delight! Knowledgeable and so fun to tour with. We recommend this event to anyone who visits and would love to learn about the island and see so much in a short time. Many, many thanks!
      Written November 8, 2024
    • T7364GNdianer
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Relaxing enjoyable small group tour
      We had an amazing day on this tour with our guide Coco. She is absolutely so friendly, knowledgeable and caring. We highly recommend that you take this small group tour if you get a chance while Kauai.
      Written November 7, 2024
    • N2387BPandreal
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Waimea Canyon is a Must-See! Kauai Soul Travel has some great guides!
      Oh. My. Gosh! Cannot thank Coco enough for the wonderful experience she gave us on this tour! Mahalo! It was a pleasure to spend the day in her company, we could've done nothing but hang out with her and we would've had a great time. She was so personable and kind and a lot of fun. We loved getting to see the Waimea Canyon; it's majestic and has so many variations in vegetation and formation and coloration that anywhere you look is a unique scene. My 'in-laws' were particularly pleased with it's splendor in comparison to the Grand Canyon, which they enjoy. Coco took us to all of the lookout spots and, bonus, was a decent photographer with all the right placements of person to vista ratio. We also got to visit a bakery specializing in Malasadas (yes, yes, a thousand times yes!), the Kauai Coffee Company (freeeee samples!), the Koke'e Lodge (unctuously savory farm to table Hawaiian staples), & Koke'e State Park (although this particular tour did not have time for trails / views of Kalalau Valley) and Hanapepe, the little historic town featured in Lilo and Stitch with lots of great little local artisan shops. Coco shared interesting historical and cultural information along the way and was always encouraging us to ask questions. My partner was very interested in a geological book that she had, he even bought the last copy (it's out of print now) at the Koke'e Gift Shop. She gave us great recommendations for what else to try before we left (Wailua Shave Ice) and what to do on our last day between hotel check out and rental car return (Kilohana Plantation). We just loved Coco so much! <3 I named my super kawaii pineapple travel pillow souvenir 'Coco-chan' :3 Oh yeah, Coco's daughter, Shasta, is also a guide and we kept seeing her at different stops; I would 100% recommend her expertise as well. Ohana, yo!
      Written October 12, 2024
    • D9786TMalexr
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Worth evey penny 👌
      Coco was absolutely 💯 incredible. Very knowledgeable about the area and of the history of the Hawaiian people. We learned a lot from her. She stopped many times for us to take beautiful pictures and allowed us to pose while she took pictures of us and of the guest. The bus was clean and the air conditioning worked GREAT 👍 which was extremely important for us because it was a warm day. Recommended for everyone. Thanks Coco!
      Written September 29, 2024
    • Lori_CU_BUFF
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing sites, even better Tour Guide - Coco makes the experience
      On this tour we saw amazing sites, but the best part of the tour was our tour guide Coco and the people. It was evident from before the tour that Coco genuinely cared about the experience she provides with detailed information and constant communication. Her van was extremely comfortable to travel in and she provided a small library of literature for anyone interested. She provided water throughout the tour and constantly was checking in with everyone. Along the way, she asked who had already been where and made impromptu adjustments based on what the group wanted to see/do. By the end it felt like a group of friends living out a grand adventure and she offered to contact her anytime for any help/questions we may need on the island. There are not words to adequately describe how great this tour was and I would recommend this tour over any of the bigger/commercial operations. We were truly on Island time and not rushed and it was perfect!
      Written August 31, 2024
    • WashingtonTree
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Friendly, knowledgeable and responsive guide
      This is our 3rd time traveling with Coco. She was very friendly and her stories were great. We learn new things about Kauai on every visit. We would do another trip with her on our next Kauai vacation.
      Written August 29, 2024
    • cristinacR9754BK
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing Tour!
      What a beautiful and fun tour! We were picked up at our hotel by Shasta and she took us to waterfalls, beaches and places that only a local would know about. This tour was the perfect amount of time and we really had a wonderful experience. If you are looking for a private tour book this company - it’s a woman owned company and you won’t be disappointed. Aloha
      Written August 22, 2024
    • DAAVP
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Friendly, knowledgeable, and very scenic day tour.
      Signed up for small group but because of low sign up adjusted to semi private tour for 4 people. Shasta was our host and she was very friendly and knowledgeable about island. Picked up and returned us up to our resort so no driving which was great. Gave us plenty of time at each stop and recommendations of what to look for, what to eat and where to shop. Always felt safe with her driving and use of head set made it easy to hear while driving. Would definitely recommend.
      Written August 22, 2024
    • serenevibrancei
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      So much fun! A great tour!
      My husband and I are on Kauai celebrating our 10 year anniversary, and we absolutely loved meeting Coco, the owner of Soul Travel. She's one of those people you just immediately adore and feel like you've known forever! She was so organized, with helpful instructions before we met, and she was punctual and knowledgeable. Be ready to laugh because Coco gets everyone joking around and laughing all day long. She did a terrific job managing our eclectic group of people, and everyone felt taken care of and everything flowed with ease- grandparents who needed a nap, little kids who have short attention span, and kid-less couples, everyone was happy! I do a lot of research before I travel and had already seen a lot before the tour and Coco took me to all new spots I would have never seen on my own, and the most gorgeous views of the whole vacation! We learned so much about the area, the legends, and the history, which my husband and I absolutely loved. We got so many great photos of us from the tour too! She's a great photographer! As promised, she generously helped us with other recommendations to do after the tour with her as well. I cannot recommend Coco and Soul Travel more! All her tours are a must!!!
      Written August 10, 2024
    • Anna B
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun Tour
      Fun and great tour. Shasta was a joy to be around. Sweet fun and very knowledgeable! Woukd highly recommend. Had a wonderful lunch and shaved Hawaiian ice for dessert.
      Written August 5, 2024
    • Melissa C
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Coco is AMAZING!
      We snagged a shared tour because private was no longer available. Coco does not pack her vehicles to the max, she keeps her clients comfy! So we had no issues sharing the day with a multigenerational family. Coco is a beautiful storyteller and rich with knowledge of Kauai. Her positivity and wit were a nice addition to our day. From the Waimea Canyon to the swinging bridge, the tunnel of trees and beyond to little local spots, we had a lovely day! Worth every penny and more!
      Written July 31, 2024
    • philiphU5035SS
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aloha from Kauai!
      The 5 hour short and sweet was the perfect excursion to experience Kauai’s breathtaking waterfalls and beaches. Our guide Coco pointed out many historic spots too and her love of the island was contagious. My new friends on the ship were envious of the photos I was able to capture on this short and sweet excursion.
      Written July 30, 2024
    • chr919
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing tour
      Coco was an amazing guide; just lived her energy! Look forward to going on future tours when I come back to the island in the future.🩷
      Written July 26, 2024
    • U7813WFnateh
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A professional and personal tour of Kaua'i's highlights I would recommend to absolutely everyone
      This tour was an engaging and stunning introduction to Kaua'i. We knew little to nothing about the island when we arrived and wouldn't have had the slightest idea where to drive and explore had we just gone out on our own. The tour taught us so much about the island, which greatly improved our experience for the rest of our visit. It was an incredible way to see many of the island's highlights from the best possible vantage points, while also enjoying an authentic experience of the culture of the island. Crucially, the company reached out to us a couple of days prior to the tour to alert us to issues with underbooking, and provided a range of options of how to still enjoy the tour while adjusting for the circumstances. The personal communication, friendliness and commitment to providing an excellent experience are second to none. Almost immediately, it felt like having a local friend show you their favorite spots on the island, rather than being an impersonal and overly rehearsed tour. We didn't know it upon booking, but the family-owned nature of the company really showed through over the course of the tour, which added to the authenticity and personal feel of the tour. That said, it was still a professional, clean and safe tour. I would recommend this to absolutely anyone visiting the island, regardless of age or party size. If you are lucky enough to have Shasta as your tour guide, I can 100% promise you're in for an excellent experience.
      Written July 26, 2024
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    5.0
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    irem
    16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very welcoming, comprehensive tour with a fantastic guide! I would highly recommend it if you don’t have a car to get around or prefer not to drive to see multiple sights in one day.
    We had a full but not rushed day trip to visit amazing destination around Kauai (east, south and west highlights).
    During the driving, in between our stops, our fabulous guide Coco Maria told us the history and legends of the Hawaiian islands, taught us about the culture and language which I loved.
    You won’t regret it, especially hold your breath for the Waimea Canyon views!
    Written June 4, 2022
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    Dear Iremy Im so happy you loved your tour with me. I really appreciate you taking the time to review your experience and supporting my small-local business. Stay safe, and warmest Aloha :)
    Written July 14, 2022
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Blake L
    Suffolk, Virginia, United States7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2023 • Couples
    Maria (Koko) was prompt, courteous, fun, knowledgeable and very open to altering the itinerary to suit our desires. We flew in early from Oahu for the day and were able to immerse ourselves (rather quickly) in the island, and be back to the airport for our 4pm return flight. Maria made sure we saw all the hot spots and educated us on the geology, culture and history of the island. One great thing about her tour is she has a "mini" library in the vehicle which you can refer to and follow along in the books as she discusses various topics. If you go with one of the "Big" companies, you are missing out.
    Written September 8, 2023
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    Dear Blake We enjoyed your family's company. Mahalo for your business and for your detailed review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and hope to host you in the future. Blessings and warmest Aloha
    Written October 28, 2023
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    bwcpa
    Plainview, NY25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020
    This is a small private group tour. Maria is extremely knowledgeable about all things Hawaiian. Because the group is small the tour can be adjusted for personnel tastes.
    So much better that those 50 person cruise ship tours.
    Written January 17, 2020
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    Mahalo nui loa for taking the time to review us! Small groups are the way to go for a personal experience. We are so happy we were able to share our knowledge of the islands while showing you beautiful places. We hope to see you on your future Kauai vacations Aloha!!
    Written February 8, 2020
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    Shannan Riley G
    La Honda, CA19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Coco Maria, my new Kauai island friend, is a fabulous tour guide. She took us to the best the island had to offer. Her tour van was clean, very comfortable. Every seat had great window views plus she planned many stops to get out & take photos of must see Kauai places starting with visiting tasty bakery, coffee plantation and wrapping up the tour at swinging bridge and local shops in Hanapepe. The delicious meal at mountain top Kokee Lodge with small museum of local culture, plants and island animals was a delightful bonus to our memorable time. We highly recommend her for any size group. You will surely enjoy you day seeing Waimea Canyon and special spots you couldn’t find without Coco Maria vast Kauai knowledge.
    Written August 4, 2023
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    Dear Shannan Mahalo for your detailed review and for supporting our family business. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and hope to host you in the future. Blessings and warmest Aloha
    Written October 28, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Walt0305
    Tampa, FL59 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2023
    We've taken several dozen onshore excursions over the past 10 years and this one with Coco Maria was one of the best. She is obviously doing something she loves doing..., and she goes the extra mile to provide cultural and geological information, to answer our questions (at times providing added info from her little library in the van), to provide sightseeing and shopping tips at each stop, and to adjust to our needs and wants along the way. She was a big part of making Kauai our favorite stop on our cruise.
    Written January 12, 2023
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    Dear Walter Your kind words warmed my heart. I’m so happy that your tour with me was a highlight. I appreciate your review and your business and hope to serve you in the future. Travel safe and warmest Aloha :)
    Written March 28, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Haylee P
    33 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing tour! Coco is so knowledgeable and fun! She has so much knowledge about the island and it is obvious that she loves the island and loves sharing its history with the people on her tours. She has this tour planned out perfectly and takes you to not only the best spots for photos but also snacks and lunch. It was cloudy and raining the day we went so once we got to the lookout for the canyon there was no visibility to really see anything so Coco being the sweet and amazing person she is added a few additional beautiful stops to our tour to make up for the canyon. We really appreciated this and know that she absolutely did not have to. I can't say enough good things about this tour or Coco, it was definitely the highlight of our trip! You feel as though you get the all parts of the island on this tour. Coco is so personable and fun, she will point out all sorts of things during the drive that adds so much to the tour and gives you a real feel of the island. She will also answer any questions asked and has so much random knowledge about Kauai and its history it is amazing.
    Written May 21, 2023
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    Tracy L
    Gainesville, FL2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Coco was an absolutely amazing tour guide! Her vibrant personality and deep knowledge of Kauai made the experience unforgettable. She seemed to know everyone in town, which added a personal touch to the tour. We felt completely safe in her care and appreciated her friendly demeanor. Plus, she has a great eye for photography and helped capture some beautiful moments! Highly recommend touring with Coco if you want an authentic and enjoyable Kauai experience.
    Written September 26, 2024
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    Carol O
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We loved this tour. Coco was very knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor. We had a storm on the day of our tour. Coco was able to change some things around and still deliver a great tour despite the weather.
    Written May 25, 2022
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    Dear Carol, Mahalo for taking the time to share your review. Im happy you enjoyed your time with me and would hope to guide you in the future. Stay safe and keep on traveling. Warmest Aloha :)
    Written July 14, 2022
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Bert W
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020
    Small group with a warm, friendly, knowledgeable guide. Maria added local flavor to this tour. Her knowledge of everything Hawaiian is amazing. Due to the small vehicle size we went farther into the canyon than the large tour buses, amazing views. We stopped at a small artsy village. Delicious pastries at their bakery. And of course beautiful beach scenery. So much better that the 50 passenger tour bus.
    Written January 6, 2020
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    Dear Bert, Mahalo for choosing me as your on island guide and for taking the time to review me. I strive to share unique experiences with my guest and make them feel as if they are hanging out with family. It makes me happy to know you enjoyed and appreciated our tour, and a few of the many awesome places our beautiful island has to offer. Many blessings and a big Mahalo
    Written January 10, 2020
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    Shelli
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We did the NCL Cruise ship special with Coco. We had a blast, we felt like we were touring with our best friend. She went to all the great places to see on the island and was very knowledgeable about everything. We loved our day so much we hated to say goodbye ❤️
    Written February 25, 2020
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    Awww....my sweet friends...Mahalo for your review. It was fun guiding the four of you. I would be happy to see you all again. Safe travels and mucho Aloha :)
    Written February 26, 2020
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