Kauai is traditionally known as the adventure capital of the Hawaiian archipelago and the action starts the moment you step off the plane. In addition to snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming, and sunbathing, you can enjoy fabulous scenic/snorkeling boat trips along the sea cliffs of the Na Pali Coast, where you have a great chance of encountering dolphins, or try your hand at kayaking the beautiful Wailua River.

Other adventures unique to Kauai include tubing along the historical water channels of Lihue (which were built to irrigate the sugar plantations), zip-lining high above the Kauai rainforests, and off-road 4X4 adventures. You can also go hiking in the Kokee State Park or Waimea Canyon, play a round of golf, or take an aerial tour of the island with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters.

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