Da Westside Explorer - Nature's Wonders, History & Fun... 7-9 hrs

Our Westside tour is a unique experience not to be missed. All tours are small for an intimate experience. You will be guided by the owner, Coco Maria, who has over 12 yrs of experience. Our vehicles have nice viewing windows, comfortable seating, and air condition.

Treat yourself and take the day off from driving. Seat back and relax while you marvel at the beauty of Kauai and listen to the fascinating history and legends behind the sites.

We will take you to many iconic places on the West side of Kauai, including some not listed on maps. This tour features famous Waimea Canyon, Waipoo Falls, Kokee State park, the only black sand beach on Kauai, Cooks landing, old Hanapepe town and its swinging bridge, the largest coffee plantation in the US, and more. You will have an opportunity to shop and eat local, take amazing pictures, and truly experience Kauai's culture.
Kauai's Westside preserves the charm of the old days and its beauty is beyond words.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Kauai Coffee Company, 870 Halewili Road, Kalaheo, Kauai, HI 96741

We will visit the largest plantation of coffee growers and roasters in the US and sample over a dozen roasts for free. You will also have time to take a short self guided tour, and do some shopping for Kauai grown coffee beans, and souvenirs. You don't like coffee? Enjoy a cold beverage or ice cream at their snack shop.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Captain James Cook Statue, Kaumuaii Highway, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96796

In Waimea, Kauai, we will make a brief stop to look at the town where the first Western man landed on the islands, Captain James Cook. We will share the incredible stories of his journey and his death. You will also see Waimea Bay from the distance, one of our few black sand beaches.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Waimea Canyon State Park, Waimea Canyon Dr, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96796

We will make 6 stops in the Waimea Canyon State Park; 4 of them not listed on the maps, including gorgeous views of the forbidden island of Niihau, and the 800' Waipo'o Falls. Marvel at the majestic Waimea Canyon, the only one of its kind in the Pacific Ocean, and take amazing pictures from various angles.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Koke'e State Park, Kokee Rd, Hwy 550, Kekaha, Kauai, HI 96796

In the Koke'e State park we will enjoy a one hour leisure lunch at the Koke'e Lodge Restaurant. Their food and drinks are locally sourced, homemade and delicious (price not included on tour price). After lunch you will have free time to explore the Koke'e museum of natural cultural history, take a stroll through the beautiful grassy field surrounded by Sugi and Redwood pines, go on a short and easy nature walk to learn about the native flora, and/or feed the chickens.

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park, Highway 50, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96766-1875

We will drive by the remains of the Queen Elizabeth Russian Fort and share the stories of the Russians in Hawaii.

Stop At: Hanapepe, Hanapepe, Kauai, Hawaii

Visit the old historic part of town where you will take a stroll over the swinging bridge built in 1911, that crosses the Hanapepe River. You will have an opportunity to do some shopping for locally made goods at the many art galleries, and stores. Hanapepe is an old historic sugar plantation town with a lot of charm.

Duration: 1 hour