About Roberts Hawaii Shore Excursions - Waimea Canyon, Wailua River & Fern Grotto
See two classic Kauai landmarks in one shore excursion with Roberts Hawaii: Waimea Canyon on the west side and a Wailua River cruise to Fern Grotto.
Three of Kauai's most memorable landscapes come together in one shore excursion, from the deep, colorful walls of Waimea Canyon to the peaceful waters of the Wailua River and the lush natural setting of Fern Grotto.
Often called the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," Waimea Canyon reveals layers of red and green cliffs, distant waterfalls and rugged formations shaped by the Waimea River and the collapse of a volcano. On the way down from the canyon, visit Spouting Horn, where ocean waves rush into a lava tube and send water spraying as high as 50 feet, depending on the surf.
The journey continues to the Wailua River, the longest navigable river in all of Hawaii. Relax on a leisurely boat cruise accompanied by songs and stories of ancient Hawaii before stopping at Fern Grotto, a fern-covered lava cave that forms a beautiful natural amphitheater.
Tour Highlights
- Waimea Canyon* – known as "the Grand Canyon of the Pacific," this natural wonder was carved out by the Waimea River and the collapse of a volcano
- Spouting Horn*– one of the most photographed spots on Kauai, with ocean water spraying like a geyser up to 50 feet in the air
- Hanepepe Valley Lookout* – a picturesque view of the lush tropical valley, a former Hawaiian taro farming community with some of the taro patches still being farmed today
- Queen Victoria's profile – Haupu Mountain range offers a profile of the British Queen Victoria
- Waimea town – this old seaport was the first landing site of European explorers
- Fort Elizabeth – the last Russian Fort in the Hawaiian Islands
- Koloa town – from some of the oldest buildings in Hawaii to the rich history of Hawaii's first successful sugar plantation, discover how this main port of entry was a favorite among the whaling fleet
- Wailua River Boat Cruise* – float down a freshwater river while being enchanted by songs and stories of ancient Hawaii
- Fern Grotto* – discover the beauty of a tropical rainforest filled with lush native plants
- Opaekaa Falls Lookout* – a 151-foot waterfall crashing into a hidden pool
*denotes stop made
Activity Notes
Where & When
Departs Nawiliwili Harbor in Lihue at 8:30 am. Look for a green Roberts Hawaii bus.
After the Waimea Canyon portion of the tour, you will be dropped off at the cruise ship around lunch time. The Wailua River & Fern Grotto portion of the tour resumes with pick-up at the cruise ship at 2:30 pm. Tour ends at approximately 5:00 pm.
Restrictions
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made outside of 48 hours from service day are subject to a 10% cancellation fee. Cancellations made less than 48 hours from service day are non-refundable. If you would like to make a change to your reservation outside of 48 hours, if there is availability, we may be able to accommodate. Please call our reservations office at 1-866-482-9775 or 808-892-2082.
Children under the age of 2 years old are complimentary if they can be securely held on their guardian's lap. We do not provide child seats. If the guardian requires a seat for the child under the age of 2, the regular rate will be applicable.
A stop at Paradise Garden is made if Fern Grotto is closed.
Tour subject to cancellation if the minimum number of 6 participants is not met.
Special Notes
Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs. If you require an ADA lift bus, we do require at least 48 hours a notice to secure availability. Not all stops on this tour are ADA accessible. The Wailua River Boat Cruise is not ADA accessible. Guests unable to walk on their own will need to be assisted by someone in their own party to be carried in/out of the boat.
Lunch is not included. Lunch can be enjoyed aboard the ship and the afternoon tour will resume after lunch.
Operation Days
Thursday
Duration
8.5 hours
Vendor
This activity is operated by Roberts Hawaii Shore Excursions.
