What to do and see in Kapaa, Hawaii (HI): The Best Private Tours

December 21, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

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. Kauai East Side and North Shore Private Guided Tour

Kauai, Hawaii, USA Noah's Ark Kauai Tours
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[FOR UP TO 6 PASSENGERS, private tour] ***For more reviews check us on TripAdvisor- "Noah's Ark Kauai"*** This 7 hour tour includes Wailua Falls, Wailua River, Opaeka'a Falls, Kauai Hindu Monastery, Anahola, Kalalea mountain, Kilauea Lighthouse, Moloa'a, Nepalese Stupa, Larsen's Beach (wild beach), Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge/Sea Bird Sanctuary, Anini Beach, Kalihiwai Beach and lookout. Stop to feast on and drink water from fresh coconuts. See and feed some wild pigs, Hawaii's pua'a. Learn some historical tales about the island, take photos at all the best places, and take some walks in some of the most beautiful natural places on the planet. Stop at a market or restaurant of your choice for lunch or picnic. Include some shopping if or change the itinerary anyway you like. Customize your tour to include an activity (hiking/snorkeling/etc) should you choose. Cooler and cold water are provided.

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Reviewed By sharmeenkhan81

Noah was an amazing guide. I was his first customer since the break due to pandemic and he went above and beyond to make my one-day tour of the Kauai island super fun, eventful and informative. He was easy to communicate with and catered to my wishlist. He is also a great company and quite knowledgeable. I would recommend Noah 100% for your guided tour needs while in Kauai.

2. Kauai Hiking Adventure

Kapaa Shopping Center, 4-1105 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA Portraitnani
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Walk in the footsteps of Kauai Locals as you begin the most beautiful hikes on Kauai. Let our guides take you on the adventure of a lifetime to all the secret locations on Kauai beautiful mountain cliffs, sacred saltwater baths fit for a queen. If you are brave and don't mind using a rope assist, then we might even see a dragon or two? Please remember all hiking adventures are developed for your personal abilities your guide will determine your specific abilities and plan the perfect outdoor adventure for you and your group. Exact location will depend on abilities of group and weather, so contact us directly if you have questions? With this reservation you will receive 5 free edited professional photos from the shoot, then you will have a link send to you where you can have access to all the photos from the shoot with a light edit for a small fee per photos.. WITH ACTIVE RESERVATION PLEASE CONFIRM 24 HOURS BEFORE DEPARTURE!

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Reviewed By janicenola

Elijah was super professional and friendly! He definitely knew the way around and loved his job. I would 1000% recommend booking with Elijah for this tour!

3. Kauai's Waimea Canyon and South Side Private Guided Tour

Kauai, Hawaii, USA Noah's Ark Kauai Tours
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[FOR UP TO 6 PASSENGERS, private tour] *For more reviews, check us on TripAdvisor, "Noah's Ark Kauai"* This tour starts by heading directly to the Waimea Canyon on the west side. On the way there, we will stop to stretch our legs and take a look at the Hanapepe Valley overlook. At Waimea town, we will begin our ascent into the canyon. We will stop at about 1800 feet for our first view, stop at a miniature waterfall for pictures, take a short walk on a nature trail with native Hawaiian plants where you can stand at the very edge of the canyon, and then on to the main canyon viewing area. From there we will head to the top stopping to see the Waipo'o Falls on the way. At the very top we will view two different vantage points of the Kalalau Valley from 4700 feet down to the ocean. On the way back down I will tell a historical tale about Kalalau. Lunch. Then to the south side for Spouting Horn, Poipu Beach (monk seals) and a walk to see the Makauwahi Sinkhole cave in Mahaulepu State Park.

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Reviewed By TexasPilot78218

We (two couples) booked Noah back-to-back for two days to cover all drive-able area of Kauai. One day we did east and North, then the next day we did South and West. Noah is terrific. He is thoroughly knowledgeable about Kauai, the sites to see, the culture, people, attractions, the beaches and the restaurants that tourists don't know about! His Toyota van (with sliding doors for easy access) seat 4 adults very easily (all of us are in our 70s) with easy in and out. Noah has been a teacher for many years (also speaks fluent Japanese). We specifically asked him to point out areas we could drive ourselves back to, given that we rented a car for 10 days. Noah took his to beautiful beaches tucked away from tourists where we came back and had picnic lunches with no crowds. We saw all the beauty of Kauai with our own driver and vehicle - who could park close for us. Highly recommended!

4. Private Kauai North Shore Tour

Kauai, Kauai, Hawaii Kauai Island Shuttle
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This full-day private tour of Kauai’s north shore starts with a visit to Wailua Falls, one of the Garden Isle's most famous natural sights. With an informative private guide, continue sightseeing around the coastal area, stopping for multiple photo ops at Opaeka’a Falls and the Wailua River Overlook, Kilauea Lighthouse, Hanalei Bay, the Hanalei Valley Lookout . Visit Kauai hidden beaches and ancient sites. Learn about Kauai's history and local culture along the way.  * Price displayed is based on a party of four to six passengers

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Private guide, Bottled water, Fruit drinks, Hotel, airport or harbor pickup and drop-off (Visitors from Princeville or Poipu meet in Lihue)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By Jason H

Fantastic people working for a fantastic company. Stopped at unique places we wouldn’t have seen on a big tour bus.

5. Wailua Valley & Waterfalls Audio Driving Tour

Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA Shaka Guide: Audio Tour Apps
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4.9 based on 8 reviews

Explore jungle forests and waterfalls while also connecting with the Hawaiian culture! This tour will take you on a trip back in time by visiting 3 ancient Hawaiian temples as well as visit 3 waterfalls and check out 3 hikes. The perfect mix of fun and education! Enjoy turn-by-turn directions, information on what to look for and where to explore. Plus all the interesting stories and legends that bring the beautiful sceneries to life! Rated the #1 best GPS tour app for Hawaii with over 6,000+ raving reviews and 200,000+ downloads. Why you need it: ✅ You don't need service because you can download the tours & use them offline ✅ Much cheaper than a tour bus at only $9.99 for lifetime access ✅ Save time planning your trip because we have the best stops lined up ✅ Freedom to stop and go as you please, unlike a tour bus where you are confined to the pre-determined route (no fun!) ✅ Hear cool and fun stories along the way (and some corny joke's that might make you laugh)

Inclusions: Freedom to explore on your own and the perfect itinerary of your entire vacation, 4-6 hours of GPS and audio content and an offline map of the whole tour, Audio that triggers based on location, Dozens of interesting stories about the area, Turn-by-turn navigation

Exclusions: Overcrowded group tour, Overpriced bus tickets

Reviewed By chanyu1

This is a good and inexpensive way to do the Haleakala sunset tour with audio narrative of things to see along the way to the mountain top. Good value for the price. A quick tip: this app burns through your phone battery fast so having a car phone cable is a must or else your phone battery will run out of juice pretty quick...

6. Adventure Photography Session

Kapaa Shopping Center, 4-1105 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA Portraitnani
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Want to do something fun and exciting on your vacation? Well then, come join me for a fun photographic adventure here on Kauai? Sure I do weddings and all the events other photographers do, but my specialty is adventure photography! Lets arrive at a breathtaking location; and make beautiful pictures together! I have inside local knowledge of all the must see locations here on Kauai which are hidden from the eyes of most visitors like beaches waterfalls, cliffs and sea caves! Exact location will depend on abilities of group and weather, so contact us directly if you have questions? With this reservation you will receive 5 free edited professional photos from the shoot, possibly more if you write a review about your experience in a timely manner, then you will have a link sent to you where you can have access to all the photos from the shoot with a light edit for a small fee per photos..Please remember to confirm your reservation at lease 24 hours in advance...

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Reviewed By janicenola

Elijah was super professional and friendly! He definitely knew the way around and loved his job. I would 1000% recommend booking with Elijah for this tour!

7. Social influences and Travel Blogger Adventure on Kauai

Kapaa Shopping Center, 4-1105 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA Portraitnani
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This is a unique tour for many reasons because you get to choose the direction we go based on how you want to market your social media accounts? Are you a foodie who wants to visit all the local food trucks and dinners her on Kauai, sampling all the local specialties like Poke, shave ices, Mai Tai's and fresh sushi? Do you like adventure, climbing or hiking to exotic location here on Kauai like waterfalls, rivers, sea caves? Are you tired of taking selfies and want to have your own private photographer taking pictures of you and your crew enjoying this amazing island? Then this is the tour for you! Exact location will depend on abilities of group and weather, so contact us directly if you have questions? With this reservation you will receive 5 free edited professional photos from the shoot, then you will have a link send to you where you can have access to all the photos from the shoot with a light edit for a small fee per photos.

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Reviewed By janicenola

Elijah was super professional and friendly! He definitely knew the way around and loved his job. I would 1000% recommend booking with Elijah for this tour!

8. Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Lihue, HI 96766, USA Shaka Guide: Audio Tour Apps
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Shaka Guide is an audio tour app that gives you the benefits of a guided tour with the freedom to explore on your own terms. This Kauai Adventure Tour Bundle comes with four socially-distanced audio driving tours: • Waimea and Na Pali Tour (6-8 hour tour) • Wailua Valley and Waterfalls Tour (6-8 hour tour) • Poipu and Koloa Tour (4-6 hours hour tour) • North Shore Kauai Tour (6-8 hour tour) The app uses GPS to give you turn-by-turn navigation to historic sites, popular attractions, world-class beaches and scenic hikes with stories about the places you’re visiting and music to entertain you along the way. All Shaka Guide Tours... • Never expire - take them multiple times or buy in advance • Work 100% offline - no data or wifi necessary • Let you take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you *Please use the link in your confirmation email to download the app*

Inclusions: All 4 Shaka Guide audio driving tours for Kauai, Audio narration with stories and music , Turn-by-turn audio navigation using GPS, Freedom to explore at your own pace, Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations, Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline -- no wifi or data needed), Tours NEVER expire

Exclusions: Parking fees, Attraction entrance fees, Car rental, Meals

Reviewed By chanyu1

This is a good and inexpensive way to do the Haleakala sunset tour with audio narrative of things to see along the way to the mountain top. Good value for the price. A quick tip: this app burns through your phone battery fast so having a car phone cable is a must or else your phone battery will run out of juice pretty quick...

9. Kauai Surf Lessons

4-484 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA Portraitnani
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On this private two hour surf session led by a professional photographer and surf instructor you will be able to grasp the dynamic of surfing here in the beautiful water of Kauai. This safe hands on, one on one instruction will start you with proper balancing moves, correct surf board handling, proper paddling techniques then to finally standing on your surfboard and riding the waves like a local! WITH ACTIVE RESERVATION PLEASE CONFIRM 24 HOURS BEFORE DEPARTURE!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional photographer guide, Transport by private vehicle, Beverages, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By janicenola

Elijah was super professional and friendly! He definitely knew the way around and loved his job. I would 1000% recommend booking with Elijah for this tour!

10. Private Full-Day Tour of Kauai North Shore with Local Guide

Tour Travel and More Hawaii

We will arrange a comfortable pickup and take you to this great experience to explore the north shore of Kauai. Enjoy amazing sites that will also include the Kilauea Lighthouse, the stunning Hanalei lookout point, pier and bay and the famous Opaekaa and Wailua Falls, amongst other sites. You will also visit the Hindu Monastery located in the heart of the island, one of the most peaceful sites in the world. Discover the island next to our local experts!

Inclusions: Private pick up and drop off in Kauai (hotel or cruise terminal), Private vehicle disposition with driver/guide for 6 hours

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

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