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  • 48 HOURS NOTICE OF CANCELLATION, prior to tour departure is required for full refund; no-shows will incur a full charge. Maui Haleakala Sunrise tours require 72 hours advance notice. One Day Tours and One Day Tours with Helicopter – a full refund if cancellation notice is received up to 168 hours prior to the airport meeting time. If the tour is rebooked, there are no cancellations or refunds. Refunds or partial refunds for tours, activities, flights, or venues that are cancelled due to reasons outside of our control (weather, force majeure, etc.) will not be honored. Inter-island airline flight schedules are subject to change by the carrier and may be unavailable at the current tour price. For an additional fee, alternate flights may be an option but are dependent on availability and additional fees must be paid in full at the time of booking by the guest and are non-commissionable and non-refundable. Refunds for extenuating circumstances are not guaranteed and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. A valid doctor’s note submitted within 5 days will be required for each guest requesting a refund due to illness. Some tours require a minimum number of participants to operate; affected guests will be refunded or may rebook to a similar tour/product based on availability which may be subject to additional cost.

Check-in details

Confirm your hotel pickup time by calling 808-246-0122 at least 24 hours prior to departure.

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing and shoes

  • Camera for photos of the scenic views

  • Government-issued ID

Special requirements

  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap.

Restrictions

  • Not recommended for those with motion sickness due to winding roads.

FAQ

Where do I catch the bus and at what time?

Pickup times and locations are listed above.

How will I recognize the bus?

Buses display Polynesian Adventure and Gray Line logos.

Do I need a ticket to catch the bus?

Bring a voucher or show your ID for check-in.

Where is lunch and what is included?

Enjoy lunch on your own in historic Old Koloa Town, surrounded by its charming atmosphere.

When and where will I get dropped off?

You will be dropped off at your pickup location.

Additional Info

Waimea Canyon, Wailua River & Fern Grotto Tour
Grand Valleys, Meandering Rivers & Lush Jungles

Experience Kauai’s wonderous marvels on the Waimea Canyon, Wailua River and Fern Grotto Tour. Journey to one of the world’s most inspiring geological wonders, the Waimea Canyon and be amazed at the expansive peaks, valleys, and deep gorges. Cruise down the Wailua River on a scenic boat ride amidst a lush rainforest jungle and take a relaxing stroll to the Fern Grotto.Enjoy lunch on your own in historic Old Koloa Town, surrounded by its charming atmosphere. Witness natures raw power at the Spouting Horn Blowhole on this tour showcasing the scenic splendor of Kauai.

Tour Highlights:

Waimea Canyon – nicknamed “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific”, this epic natural wonder is over 10 miles long, 1 mile wide and more than 3,000 feet deep. The Waimea Canyon Lookout offers scenic views of the deep valley gorges with it’s striking red soil covered in greenery.
ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls – This 151-foot-tall, 40-foot-wide waterfall is the most accessible major waterfalls on Kauai. ʻŌpaekaʻa” means “rolling shrimp,” which were once abundant in the stream.
Spouting Horn Blowhole – crashing waves propel majestic jets of salt water through lava rock. One of the most photographed sites on Kauai.
Hanapepe Valley Lookout – panoramic views of a valley covered in trees and wild green sugarcane. Hanapepe was one of the locations visited by famous explored Charles Wilkes in 1840 on his United States Exploring Expedition.
Wailua River – narrated two-mile ride on an open-air boat down a meandering freshwater river.
Fern Grotto – at the end of the Wailua River, walk through a tropical rainforest to a rock cave dripping in ferns. Listen to the melodious, live performance of the Hawaiian wedding song as you enjoy the verdant surroundings.
Departure & Return Location

Round-trip hotel transportation is included from convenient Kauai locations.
If your hotel or the place you are staying is not listed, we will pick you up at the closest location.
Tour departs the first pickup location at 7:45AM and returns at approximately 5:30 PM.
24 hours prior to your tour, please re-confirm your pick up time and location by calling 808-246-0122.
Times
Depart: 7:45 AM Return: 5:30 PM

What's included

  • Round-trip transportation in air-conditioned comfort

  • Admission to Waimea Canyon Lookout

  • Wailua River Cruise to Fern Grotto

  • Expert live narration

What's not included

  • Lunch

Itinerary

  • Opaeka'a Falls (view)

  • Wailua Marina/Fern Grotto (Smith's Boat Ride)

  • Enjoy lunch on your own in historic Old Koloa Town, surrounded by its charming atmosphere.

  • Waimea Canyon Lookout (stop)

  • Waimea Town (drive through)

  • Kauai Coffee (stop)

  • Spouting Horn (stop)

Highlights

  • Waimea Canyon, "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific"

  • Opaeka'a Falls, a 151-foot waterfall

  • Wailua River Cruise to the Fern Grotto

  • Enjoy lunch on your own in historic Old Koloa Town, surrounded by its charming atmosphere.

    • Spouting Horn Blowhole, a natural ocean phenomenon

Activity Details

Duration

10 Hours

Location

Kauai, Hawaii, USA

Age

All

Activity Provider

Polynesian Adventure Group Tour of Wailua River

From $154

Waimea Canyon, Wailua River & Fern Grotto Tour

Location

2556 Lemon Road

Honolulu, HI 96815

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