Welcoming guests to Kauai since 2007, Luau Kalamaku is Hawaii's only luau show performed “in-the-round,” offering optimal views of the stage. Witness the unearthing of the pig from the traditional imu (underground oven) and enjoy a hula lesson. A craft fair featuring unique items by local artisans awaits on the sprawling lawn. Feast on a delicious buffet of local and familiar favorites and enjoy a Mai Tai from the open bar. The main show tells the amazing story of the ancient Hawaiian legend of Kalamaku “child of the new land." Through laughter, fear, seduction and fire, a new legacy is created, born from the cherished seeds of their ancestors. The theatrical luau show culminates with a fantastic fire dream featuring fire poi balls and traditional fire knife dancing.
Kauai: Deluxe Na Pali Snorkel Cruise aboard Lucky Lady
An all-inclusive day exploring the Nā Pali Coast that truly captures the beauty of the Island of Kauai. Our Coast Guard-certified Captain will guide you as we cruise up the coastline to the Nā Pali State Park. Hear the history and legends of the coastline while our crew gives you a full-service experience of the most iconic coastlines in all of the Hawaiian Islands ~ one of Kauai’s greatest highlights of our “Garden Island”! Build your own sandwiches with chips, cookies & pasta salad. Juice, soda & water. Beer Wine and Mai Tai's! Snorkel time is between 30-45 minutes conditions permitting.
Experience the award-winning flavors of Kauai on an immersive chocolate farm tasting tour at Lydgate Farms, the island’s original and most celebrated chocolate experience. Recognized globally for its exceptional Hawaiian-grown cacao, winner of multiple Cocoa of Excellence awards, you’ll taste the finest single-origin chocolates and discover how Pacific terroir shapes every bite. This guided adventure is more than a tour, it’s your invitation to savor authentic farm-to-bar chocolate, tropical fruit, honey, and island-grown vanilla in a picturesque botanical setting.
Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket
This 3-hour walking tour explores the nine acres of Princeville Botanical Gardens and includes a 50 minute gourmet chocolate tasting. You'll sample chocolate from around the world, north and south of the equator. You'll see our sacred cacao grove and learn about the history of cacao and how chocolate is processed as you sample our own delicious chocolate. Your expert guides will share stories of the gardens' development as well as a wealth of fascinating information about the plants, chocolate and the Hawaiian islands. You'll taste seasonal fruit samples, our garden tropical honey, and a variety of chocolate to keep your energy up as you explore our valleys. This is a chocolate and garden experience unlike any other on Kauai. PLEASE NOTE: If you or any one in your party has been sick or tested positive for COVID in the past few days, please DO NOT visit the gardens until everyone is past stages of spreading infection. Mahalo nui loa for your understanding.
Tasting Kauai Food Tours include tastings with some serious fun in Kauai’s most delicious and beautiful neighborhoods: - Monday/Tuesday: Kilauea Walking Food Tour - Wednesday: South Shore Food Tour - Thursday: Royal Coconut Coast Food Tour - Friday: Hanapepe Walking Food Tour - Saturday: Downtown Lihue Walking Food Tour - Sunday: Hanalei Walking Food Tour You’ll enjoy delectable foods from one-of-a-kind specialty food stores, local restaurants and food trucks while receiving an insider’s view into the culture and history that defines the Garden Island. Walk away with new culinary perspectives, big smiles, satisfied taste buds and the confidence to explore new flavors. Details of each tour will be revealed to you when you choose the best day and location for your tour. • Tastings and stops vary with seasons and availability • Transportation is caravan style - you drive/bike/walk and learn the island with us! • Most dietary requests can be accommodated with advance notice
Enjoy culinary delight's while we sample the best of the north shore restaurants. Join us on Kauai as we explore Hanalei, known for it's cascading waterfall's, breath taking beaches, and rich culinary history. The last commercial town before the legendary Napali coast, Hanalei a beautifully small and prosperous community. Our group will meet up at a local spot, where we'll get to know each other and begin sampling delicious food. We will be walking to select local favorites to try signature dishes. No better way to learn about the local foods than trying for yourself. Each of our vendors has selected and prepared special sevings for you. Come Hungry and leave full! We feature an original selection of Hanalei restaurants. Avoid the waiting, or second guessing whats best on the menu! Book today for a fun afternoon of delicious Hawaiian foods and laughter. Hele Mai (Come join us) while we share food, absorb scenic Kauai, and learn some of the history of Hanalei!
Kauai: Luau Kalamaku with Manor House 4-Course Dinner & Show
The Manor House Evening package includes a signature four-course meal at Gaylords at Kilohana. Under the direction of Chef de Cuisine you'll delight in a unique menu featuring meats, fish and produce, including fruits and vegetables from Kilohana Plantation’s 60-acre orchard and agricultural park. Celebrate with a champagne toast and walk over to the adjacent pavilion to enjoy the show from the best seats in the house telling the story of ancient Hawaiian's epic sea voyage from Tahiti to Kauai. Enjoy a complimentary pre-show Mai Tai from your premier seat before the lights dim, signaling the start of the theatrical and fiery show.
Led by our farm's master beekeepers, you will learn the history of beekeeping in the Hawaiian Islands and the steps of making honey. Wear protective bee suits & gloves. Hold a frame from a live honey bee hive. Extract and taste farm honey. Taste different flavors of Hawaiian honey. Taste local season fruit & honey pairings. See a new side of the farm not visited on our cacao farm tour.
This hands-on cooking class showcases the historical and cultural significance of 4 much-loved dishes enjoyed by Hawaii's locals. You get hands-on training from a professional, local chef. Guests learn to cut fresh fish for poke, make perfect rice, and balance flavors for four local sauces. We discuss the important differences between local dishes and Hawaiian dishes.
This exciting and delicious walking tour will let you become part of Kauai’s beautiful community when you meet the chefs, business owners, and locals. Join our Hanalei Town walking tour for a fun day exploring the area on foot. We are excited to share the history of the town, the culture of Kauai, and the modern cuisines that are continuing to shape the people and the place today. Hanalei has survived natural disasters and the community has become on of the most resilient in Hawai’i. Since our tours are seasonal and based on fresh ingredients and availability, each experience is new in terms of what you get to taste and who you meet. You can count on a full afternoon of eating well and exploring what’s fresh and seasonal in Hanalei.
Experience the magic of old Hawaii at the Wailua Nui Luau, set along the stunning shoreline of Wailua Bay. Guests are welcomed with a fresh flower lei upon arrival. Indulge in a sumptuous self-service buffet showcasing island culinary favorites. Witness the captivating imu ceremony, and enjoy mesmerizing Hawaiian and Polynesian performances including the exhilarating Samoan Fire-knife dance. Engage in interactive skilled arts before the show, making this luau a full cultural journey while gentle ocean breezes enhance the experience.
Private Tea Ceremony at Temple of Dreams in Kauaʻi
At Temple of Dreams, a hidden sanctuary of tea, beauty, and celebration, thoughtful hospitality, handcrafted ceremonial teaware, and exceptional teas from revered tea-growing regions, including Hawaiʻi, are woven together to create a dream come true experience. Hosted by Sephira, Kauaʻi-born tea ceremonialist and founder of Temple of Dreams, each ceremony is inspired by Cha Dao, the Way of Tea, and unfolds within an intimate atmosphere where tea becomes a doorway to presence, beauty, and connection. From the moment guests arrive through the final reflections, Sephira warmly welcomes and guides each gathering with intention, creating an experience that gently returns guests to the beauty of the present moment. Rather than simply doing another activity on Kauaʻi, guests are invited to pause, slow down and experience the island from a deeper place of presence, one that extends beyond the tea table and into the rest of their time on the island.
This workshop is a one hour craft cocktail experience with foraged items and locally made cocktails. Your experience includes multiple craft cocktails followed by a four-course dinner experience.
