On the sacred "Garden Island" the sweet smell of mokihana berries permeates the air and the lush green landscape intoxicates the senses. At Waimea Canyon, the union of water, sunshine, clouds and canyon walls creates the most colorful rainbows imaginable. This is where native Hawaiians come for the scenery.

Sample shore excursions in Nawiliwili, Hawaii:
• Wailua River & Fern Grotto - Visit a 30-acre riverfront botanical and cultural garden offering a glimpse of exotic foliage, rare birds, fruit orchards and tropical lagoons. Then board a flat bottom motor launch for a journey up the Wailua River.
• Heaven & Earth Quest - See the best of Kaua'i, magnificent waterfalls, majestic canyons and inaccessible beaches on this exciting tour that combines your day's exploration by helicopter and by land.
• Mountain Safari Adventure - Experience Kauai's remote natural wonders up-close including panoramas of Waimea Canyon, Kalalau Valley and Kokee Forest Reserve.
• Jungle Mountain Trek - Walk with nature on this 4-mile hike and zipline ride through a National Wildlife Refuge where you will experience the beauty of an unspoiled rainforest, waterfalls and volcanic mountaintops.
• Discover Jungle Falls By Kayak - Great combination tour! Kayak 2.5 miles into the Hulei'a National Wildlife Refuge, hike along forest trials, then relax and swim beneath the cascading Jungle Falls.
• Tubing The Ditch Expedition - An exclusive experience as you tube historic waterways along the flumes and ditches on the old Lihue Plantation.
• Luau Kalamaku - In the traditional custom of old Hawaii, the sound of the Pu - the conch - signals the start of the evening. After the unearthing of the Imu, a bountiful buffet feast begins while you enjoy live Hawaiian music and hula dancing throughout the dinner hour. As the skies darken overhead, the show Pulama no Ano'ano (Cherish the Seed) begins. It is the story of a families journey across the vast blue waters of the Pacific with the spirit of the Ocean as their guide.
• Luau Kalamaku & Plantation Train - Experience plantation life and learn about Kauai agriculture as you explore almost 100 acres on this authentic narrow-gauge train. After exploring the magnificent plantation enjoy all that is included in the Luau Kalamaku package.
• Kilohana Manor House & Kalamaku Show - Begin with a ride on the Kauai Plantation Railway to Gaylord's, a perfectly restored manor house at Kilohana, for a exquisitely prepared Hawaiian dinner. After dinner, you will be escorted to the Kalamaku show and your preferred performance seating. This is the story of a family journey across the vast blue waters of the Pacific with the spirit of the Ocean as their guide. The story climaxes with a fantastic fire dream featuring fire poi balls and traditional fire knife dancing.
• Poipu Beach Surfing Lessons - No visit to Hawai'i would be complete without learning to surf. Experience the thrill and excitement of riding your first wave!