Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Driving Tour app
Overview
Embark on a breathtaking journey through Kauai’s dramatic landscapes on this self-guided driving audio tour. Wind through the awe-inspiring “Grand Canyon of the Pacific”, delve into lush valleys, and ascend to ocean vistas of the Nā Pali Coast—all while listening to immersive storytelling about the island’s geology, culture, and legends.
Enjoy total freedom: start anytime, pause to hike canyon trails or Waipoʻo Waterfall, sip local Kauai coffee, cross the charming Hanapēpē swinging bridge, and explore artisan shops—all at your own pace.
With offline GPS navigation and lifetime access, you’ll experience both must-see highlights and hidden gems without the constraints of group tours.
Highlights include Waimea Canyon Lookouts, Kalalau Valley vantage points, historic town of Waimea, and local favorites like shave ice stops.
Simply download the tour, follow the route, and let evocative narration guide you through one of Kauai’s most unforgettable adventures—on your terms, in your time.
What's Included
- Take the tour when you want
- Tours NEVER expire
- Freedom to explore at your own pace
- Tour Start is Customizable
- Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Meals & Refreshments
- Private Transportation
Meeting Location
Lawai
HI, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Kauai Coffee Company
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Pāʻulaʻula - Russian Fort Elizabeth (pass by)
Waimea
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Red Dirt Waterfall
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Iliau Nature Loop Trail
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Waimea Canyon Lookout
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Waipo'o Falls Trail
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pu’u Hinahina Lookout (pass by)
Waimea Canyon Trail
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Kōkeʻe Lodge
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kalalau Lookout
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pu’u O Kila Lookout (pass by)
JoJo's Shave Ice
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kiki a Ola (Menehune Ditch)
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Captain James Cook Statue
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hanapepe
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hanapepe Swinging Bridge
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lawai (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
- The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
- Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
- Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
- Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
- The tour is a there-and-back drive with stories and stops all the way to Pu'u O Kila Lookout and back.
- Waimea Canyon/Kōkeʻe State Parks charge their own visitor entry/parking fees, paid directly at the parks.
- There are two tour start options near Lawai - coming from Koloa/Poipu or from Lihue.
- Fees can be paid with credit card at any of the parking lot kiosks and are valid for both parks.
- The only food stop in Koke’e State Park is Koke’e Lodge; otherwise, you’ll find options in Waimea Town and Hanapepe.
- Waimea Canyon and Kōkeʻe State Parks charge separate visitor entrance and parking fees, paid directly to the parks. Fees are not collected by Shaka Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-102020P7
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