activities

Glide across waters while flying through the air on a zipline, look down on cascading waters that look too spectacular to be real from a helicopter or meander through a lush botanical garden discovering species you have never encountered before. The surroundings outside our magnificent Kauai vacation lodging offer travelers breathtaking mountain and canyon adventures or tranquil seascape experiences. Let our skilled Concierge of Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa offer you some of the most interesting activities that can be found outside our Kauai Hawaii lodging.  While you are here, be sure to check out all the festivals and cultural happenings on our great diverse island.

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adventure activities

Explore our breathtaking island while engaging in some adrenaline-pumping fun on the ground, under the water or in the air.

ATV Tours
Climb aboard an All-Terrain Vehicle for the chance to navigate through some of the most incredible areas of Kauai. Visit waterfalls, travel along scenery so stunning it is used for movies, ride through a mile long tunnel and more.

Helicopter Tours
Truly one of the best ways to see all that the island has to offer. Helicopters can take you to see areas that would be otherwise inaccessible, as well as giving an amazing viewpoint on some of the most famous attractions. Get a bird’s eye view of Waimea Canyon, tour the coastline or travel over a hidden waterfall.

Ziplines
Imagine flying through the air, examining the magnificent terrain from a totally new perspective. Glide across waterfalls, traverse the treetops, even dive into beautiful hidden natural pools. Most zipline excursions include lunch or snack, as well as time to enjoy the scenery.

Tubing
Witness one of the island’s engineering feats as you meander through the manmade ditches and tunnels of a sugar plantation irrigation system. No longer used as a working plantation, this system of waterways has created a unique and fun tubing adventure ideal for the entire family.

Hiking
From Waimea Canyon to the white sand beaches, Kauai offers hiking trails for trekkers of all skill levels. Enjoy everything from a casual stroll through lush greenery to a challenging course for experienced backpackers.

Kayaking
Choose the Kayaking trip to suit your mood, from a relaxing paddle on a stream or river to an exhilarating 15-mile tour of the coastline. There are quite a variety of options available for your excursion, including destination, level of difficulty, length of trip and more.

Surfing
Learn the art of riding the waves from professional certified instructors. Surfing lessons and equipment are available at several locations across the island, suitable for both beginners and experienced surfers.

Snorkel and Scuba Diving
Whether you prefer the peaceful calm of snorkeling near the shoreline or the thrill of a nighttime Scuba dive, Kauai offers plenty of opportunity for both. Many local vendors offer daylong excursions that include sightseeing, meals and use of all equipment. Lessons are available.

Fishing
Both freshwater and deep-sea fishing excursions are available, for half-day or full-day fishing trips. Possible catches include Bass, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Ahi and Ono.

Horseback Riding
A fun way for the entire family to explore Kauai. Ride a horse along bluffs, across foothills, toward the coast, past secluded beaches and bays, across sugar cane fields, and even passing by a waterfall. A variety of horseback riding outfits offer guided tours ranging from 90 minutes to five hours.

tours and attractions

Sugar Plantation
Take a tour through the only remaining working plantation on Kauai, one of only two remaining in Hawaii. As one of the world’s largest exporters of sugar in the world, visitors can get a first-hand glimpse into the world of the fields and factory.

Napali Coast
A “must-see” for every visitor to Kauai, this 15-mile stretch of rugged coast is only accessible via boat or hiking. Striking sheer cliffs drop straight down thousands of feet to the ocean, which is home to dolphins, turtles, monk seals and, in the winter, humpback whales.

Boat Tours
Boat tours can include rafting trips, sunset cruises or snorkeling picnics. Whale watching is included in all winter trips.

Hiking
There are hundreds of hikes available on Kauai ranging from short and easy for all, including families with small children to long, arduous backpacking destinations. Kokee State Park offers the most variety of hikes. Stop in at the Kokee Museum for a trail map of the area.

Waimea Canyon
Sometimes referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, you can explore this natural wonder on your own as you drive the Canyon Road, by guided bus tour or via a memorable helicopter tour. There is a wide selection of hiking trails from beginner to adventurous, as well as a museum and Koke’e State Park.

Kilauea Lighthouse
The northernmost point of the main Hawaiian Islands, this historic lighthouse once guided ships in from The Orient. Now a favorite tourist attraction, the amazing ocean views, visitor center and nearby wildlife refuge, bird sanctuary and extinct volcano offer interesting spots for travelers. Kilauea, North Kauai

Fern Grotto
Cruise up the Wailua River – the only navigable river in Hawaii – to a lava rock grotto covered in lush green ferns. Hawaiian musicians will serenade visitors to this natural amphitheater, once reserved for royalty only. Only accessible by boat, you can take a tour from the dock or kayak on your own.

Movie Locations
The beauty of Kauai makes it a natural setting for many major motion pictures. Take a guided tour by bus or limousine to the scene of movies including Flight of the Intruder, Diamond Head, Dragonfly, The Hawaiians, Islands in the Stream, The Lost World, Mighty Joe Young, Outbreak, Raiders of the Lost Ark & Jurassic Park.

museums and botanical gardens

Beautiful artwork and stunning lush gardens are located throughout the island, for a relaxing day of browsing and simply enjoying the sights.

Kauai Museum
Dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the people of Kauai and Nihau. Their permanent collection includes works of art, textiles, cultural artifacts, furnishings, natural history and photography.

Kauai Children’s Discovery Museum
This hand’s on learning center focuses on sharing the wonder of learning about science, art and culture with children of all ages.

Koke’e Natural History Museum
Located in Koke’e State Park near Waimea Canyon, this museum focuses on ecology, geology and the climate, and provides maps and information on the trails within the Canyon and state park.

Grove Farm Homestead Museum
Experience a day in the life of an 1860's sugar planter on a visit to Grove Farm Homestead, which shows how good life was when sugar was king. Visitors can experience this sugar plantation lifestyle museum with exhibits about life during the period 1964-1978, including the restored Wilcox family home, plantation office, worker's houses, grounds, garden and livestock.

Allerton Estate and National Tropical Botanical Garden
Once the summer cottage of Queen Emma, wife of King Kamehameha IV, the Allerton Estate features stunning grounds in a beautiful tropical valley. On the south shore of Kauai, the National Tropical Botanical Garden maintains a garden site featuring information about Kauai's history, culture and tropical plant life.

Na’Aina Kai Botanical Gardens
Spanning 240 acres, Na ‘Āina Kai features 13 diverse gardens, a hardwood plantation, a moss- and fern-draped canyon, and a pristine sandy beach stretching between a meadow and the Pacific. More than 70 bronze sculptures are scattered throughout the gardens of this once-private estate.

shopping

From souvenirs to designer wear, the shopping in Kauai offers something to suit everyone’s taste.

Kukuiula Shopping Village
Located about two miles from the Hyatt, Kukui`ula Village shopping center is the south shore’s new gathering place, with unique boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants providing an unspoiled setting for friends & family to experience the true essence of Kaua`i’s Aloha spirit. Influenced by the island’s rich history, rural landscape and cultural heritage; Kukui`ula Village is reminiscent of a quaint sugar cane town of old Kaua`i. The authentic plantation–style architecture is a departure from a mainland mall setting, and offers unparalleled retail and restaurant experiences that boast pristine Makai (ocean) and Mauka (mountain) views, as well as lush tropical landscaping.

Poipu Shopping Village
Featuring over 20 shops and restaurants, many of the stores are locally owned and sell Hawaiian merchandise. Beautiful gifts, collectibles, unique jewelry and clothing are available, as are a variety of restaurants from casual to formal. Located about 1 mile from the resort.

Kilohana
Once the stately home of a sugar baron, this historic site is now home to some of the most incredible shopping in Kauai. Shops are located in restored rooms of the house, as well as in out buildings throughout the grounds. Stroll through art galleries, jewelry stores, clothing shops and more. Carriage rides through the grounds and a Luau are offered.

Coconut Marketplace
The largest open air shopping center, Coconut Marketplace is more than 60 shops, restaurants and services. Kiosks are scattered throughout the courtyard, which is ringed by stores selling resort wear, local crafts and collectibles, dining options and sculptures. Live Hula Show daily.

Kukui Grove Center
Located in Lihue, Kukui Grove has it all. An exciting selection of stores, boutiques, and eateries. Find a unique island gift or enjoy local entertainment. Hungry? Thirsty? Find what you're craving at an array of cafes and restaurants.Want to just kick back and surf? Enjoy free wireless Internet access.