Location: Kapaa
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Kapaa, also spelled Kapa'a, means "solid" in Hawaiian. Travelers find this small town, nestled at the base of Nounou (the Sleeping Giant) Mountain on Kauai tourist friendly with its diverse array of hotels, shopping centers, and restaurants. The Kinipopo Shopping Village is a favorite for its fun eateries and small keepsake shops. Look for the "Kauai Made" logo for products made by local craftsmen using traditional materials. Kappa also offers water sports, including water skiing and kayaking.
Restaurants in Kapaa
1. Coconut Coasters Beach Bike Rentals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 232 reviews
Coconut Coasters Beach Bike Rentals in N. Kapa'a offers a full selection of TREK brand classic cruisers, 3 speed cruiseliners, Tandems for two and trailer bikes for kids. Helmets and bike locks are included in rental prices and the renters can ride out on their own around town or on the new east side path. The ride on the newly opened bike path offers breathtaking views, starting in south Kapa'a and winding north past downtown up to Kealia Beach. Covered picnic areas, bike racks, and comfort stations are located at reasonable intervals along the way. Visit restaurants, shops and many amazing beaches on this self guided ride on the Coconut Coast. Picnic lunches are available upon request by calling 808-822-7368.
Reviewed By 507lizr
We really enjoyed the beautiful bike ride. The bikes are well maintained, the staff very helpful & friendly; great way to observe wildlife in the ocean, & many kind people along the path. We loved every moment!
2. Lydgate Farms Kauai Chocolate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,440 reviews
Safe, fun, and open for Locals and Visitors! Lydgate Farms is run by our fifth generation Kaua’i family. We grow high-quality cacao to make the finest craft chocolate. We also grow award-winning vanilla and honey. Our 46-acre farm sits above the town of Kapa’a, between Sleeping Giant and Mt. Wai’ale’ale. Lydgate Farms is in an ahupua’a (land division) named Olohena, known for its rolling hills and the numerous springs and rivers that make this valley fertile for growing. Often called the Garden Island, Kaua’i is the oldest of the Hawaiian Islands and, as a result, has the most developed soils and fertile growing conditions. In addition to our specialty crops, you’ll find a wide variety of botanicals around our farm that influence the taste of our honey and chocolate. Visit us in Wailua for an interactive farm tour and chocolate tasting.
Reviewed By MorganR1271
What an amazing experience. Before I go too into details, I can say with 100% certainty that I recommend this tour for one specific reason, Alex. She was absolutely amazing! She was fun, knowledgeable, kept us on our toes and interested the whole three hours, and most importantly she was PASSIONATE about the place. Things to bring: water bottle, bug spray (they have plenty there for you to use too! But if you’re like me, the mosquitoes find you specifically alluring and will destroy you any chance they can), rain jacket (it’s Kauai, you should have brought one already lol – although they have umbrellas to borrow if you absolutely need one), I recommend solid shoes too because you’re not necessarily walking far but it’s downhill and a bit slippery at one point. The tour starts off at the top with all their wonderful goodies on display. Alex will go over the history of the farm with you, everything they’ve grown from bamboo, to vanilla beans, to chocolate, etc. when the tour starts she’ll walk to see some of the cacao trees right away and tell you all about how long it takes to grow the trees, to grow the fruit, to test the fruit to see when it’s ready, etc. She’ll then take you down the path and tell you all about the different species of plants and other really cool fruits and things they’re growing (they have black bamboo, papyrus, they are growing peppercorn and vanilla, HONEY!, etc). You next get to taste some local exotic fruit which was super fun! As someone who lives on Oahu and has for 5 years I was super familiar with most of the fruits, but she even surprised me with a few! You end the tour getting back to the cacao trees, being part of the 1% who have tasted the raw cacao and then taste testing a BUNCH of chocolate! She’ll give you not only chocolate from Lydgate farms, but chocolates from all over the world and it’s amazing to taste all the different flavors in the same % chocolate bards (like I think we had 2 kinds of 70% dark and they all were so different, one was sweet, one was bitter). You learn how they make the chocolate and the whole process to getting you the chocolate bar in your hands. We had so much fun and our group, after 3 hours, really became a fun friendly group that we were all sad to have leave when it ended. I cannot recommend this tour enough, it was a blast and I’d do it again in a heart beat!
3. Kayak Wailua
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,551 reviews
Our kayaking/hiking guided tour adventure is one of the few activities which can be enjoyed by all members of your family including grandma and grandpa. We invite you to read our 2000+ reviews; then check availability and reserve space at our website linked here on Trip Advisor.
4. Kauai Guided Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
We offer private guided tours to Kauai's best beaches, waterfalls, photo and movie locations, tropical fruit, local food, and more. In one day you can see the best sites and go snorkeling, hiking, or swimming - all for one price. We take your pictures along the way and send them to you afterwards on a USB flash drive! Check out our website and Facebook page for tons of Kauai pictures and daily posts.
5. Alii Kayaks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,069 reviews
Take an eco-adventure Kayak/Hike to a Secret Waterfall! Among all the rivers available to adventure seekers, the Wailua River Valley seems to be one of those special places. Kayak 4 miles roundtrip on a Class Zero river, combined with a 1.5 mile moderate to strenuous hike through a tropical rainforest, wading through streams, and traversing muddy trails to get to the beautiful 120' Uluwehi Falls.
6. Kauai Path
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 839 reviews
Reviewed By NicolleZ - Holt, United States
Great for all ages, my sister and parents and I had a wonderful bike ride along the coast. The paved path made for easy riding and there were plenty of pull-offs and scenic overlooks. You might even see a sea turtle or two! The rented bikes had baskets and bells on them. Bring water, sunscreen and a hat!
7. Hele on Kauai Bike Rentals
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 191 reviews
Hawaiian owned and operated bike rental business. Loacted at the start of the beautiful Keala hele makalae, "The Path that Goes by the Sea". Open Daily
Reviewed By AlohaCO
We loved the bike trail along the ocean! We had so much fun, we came back and did the ride again! This is a great place to rent bikes. It is very inexpensive and the staff are so friendly!
8. East Side Surfing School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Surf the safe and fun sandbars of the east side with East Side Surfing School. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will make it an amazing, unforgettable experience!
9. Ancient River Kayak
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 225 reviews
We are closed due to COVID-19. We are waiting for the out-of-state travel mandatory 14 day quarantine to be lifted. It has now been extended until 8/31/2020.
10. Stand Up Paddle Kauai
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
Stand Up Paddle Kauai is a small business that specializes is renting SUP's or Stand Up Paddle Boards. We have different board and paddle sizes to accommodate the variety of ages, weights, and abilities. We offer detailed instruction for the beginners and all the equipment needed to to enjoy your time on the water. Most of our paddlers enjoy the calm protected waters of Wailua River State Park, but guest are welcome to take their boards to any recreation area on Kauai.
