The native forest above Waimea Canyon is home to rare and endangered plants and birds; many of which are endemic species. We have been operating tours in Koke'e State Park since 1982.

Your comfort and enjoyment are top priority for our drivers. Each enjoys sharing their knowledge and aloha in their own way. On a typical day, there are about ten passengers on tour in each van which can hold up to 14. The small groups in our comfortable, custom built vehicles, allow for an interactive exchange of information. Guests are encouraged to ask questions so that the conversation can focus on topics of particular interest to the group.

On the way up to Koke'e State Park you pass through the scenic, rural countryside of Kauai. Sugar cane is still grown extensively although it is being replaced by a variety of other crops including coffee and seed corn. We will stop at the major view points along the highway including Waimea Canyon Lookout and Kalalau. Kalalau is the largest valley along the Na Pali coast. This incredible scene is at the end of the road at an elevation of 4,200 feet.

While you are enjoying the view, your guide will lay out a delicious lunch. Build your own sandwich selecting from different breads, meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes and pickles. Yes, we have Grey Pupon. A salad, fresh fruit, chips and Kauai Kookies round out the repast.  Of course, there are juices, sodas and water available throughout the tour. Special dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice.

Aloha Kauai Tours showcases what is special about Kauai and takes you to places you could not go without a guide and four wheel drive. Please click on the testimonials link to access comments from customers. We work with all the cruise lines that call on Kauai including, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Holland America, Princess and Carnival. The Smithsonian Institute has arranged for numerous groups to participate in our tour. Many regular visitors have taken the tour over and over again.

Our busiest months are in the spring and fall when many of the cruise ships are here. If you are planning to be here around those times of year and would like to take one of our tours, it would be best to call ahead and find out which days are available.

Tours are offered Seven days a week except for Holidays. The tour departs from Kilohana Plantation, home of Gaylord's Resturaunt at 8:00 AM daily and the price, including local taxes is $90.00 for children 12 years and under, $125.00 for adults. We accept Visa, Mastercard, sorry, no American Express.

Thank you again for checking in on our website. There are numerous links below which can be a valuable resource for more information about our beautiful island. If we can be of service, you can reach us by Email, or feel free to call our toll free number, 800-452-1113. By the way, don’t forget the time difference.

We look forward to being part of your wonderful vacation experience here on the incomparable Garden Island. Mahalo and aloha.

Michael B. Hopkins, President