The only Wailua river tour operator we could find in this time of Covid, but completely fabulous…read more Our guide Ryan was knowledgeable, interesting, and eager to point out interesting sites along the way. It ended up just being the four of us and the only people we saw on the trail were the workers installing a new boardwalk and fire and rescue personnel performing practice exercises. Along the entire river there and back we saw one SUP and one other kayak. We had the falls to ourselves for a half hour before another family turned up. It will get more crowded once the island open back up to outside tourism, but I'm sure Ali'i will still provide a memorable and thoughtful experience.

My husband and I traveled to Kaua'i for the first time and really wanted to experience the island…read moreand explore nature as the locals do - get off the "beaten path". We knew we wanted to hike and surf, but had no clue as to where to go or how to even go about finding these so called hidden spots. We were referred to Jeffrey from a friend and right away he was so nice and friendly. He asked some great detailed questions to get to know us and find out exactly what we had in mind. The first day Jeffrey took us surfing and taught us how to "read" the ocean and now we know how the waves work and the physics behind the waves. Rather than just pushing us into the waves so we could try to stand up/fall down/paddle out and try it all over again, Jeffrey really taught us the fundamentals of surfing so we knew what we were trying to do. It was really amazing to learn from such a veteran surfer with so much experience. My husband was able to stand up and took to it immediately, I needed a little extra help. We also went snorkeling and learned about all the native fish, coral, and even saw an eel. We met him early in the morning the next day at a local coffee shop - which we never would have found without him - and the food was amazing (Kalaheo Coffee Co.) and immediately we knew it was a great decision for Jeffrey to be our tour guide. He drove us in his vehicle up the mountain and we stopped at several different spots to see some amazing views of the island and the canyons and then we parked and began our hike. The hike was the perfect level for us to enjoy but be challenged. Jeffrey knew the name and history of every tree and flower and was soo knowledgeable. Additionally, Jeffrey imparted some great words of wisdom regarding life and helped us to really learn a lot about ourselves and surpassing the limits we had set for ourselves. Who knew we were not only going to see these great sights, but get a little "life coaching" as well! Jeffrey took us to so many great sites. We spent another day with him and his wife Hezar and couldn't believe the gorgeous places they took us in Kokee. We ate fresh baby strawberries and saw some beautiful views. We were both soo happy with our experience with Jeffrey. He really listened to us to design a completely custom experience tailored exactly to our needs and taught us so much about nature, hiking, the island of Kaua'i and so much more. Additionally, he was able to recommend some great secret beaches, restaurants, and some great stores. He has been living on the island for a long time and really knows all the great spots. If you are ever in Kaua'i - you must take a tour with him!

What a fabulous store. There's a theater. But, also a shop full of wonderful Hawaii items. Old…read moremaps. Art. Quilts. Great service.

A recent visit to Hanapepe brought us to this children's theatre. My daughter was so excited about…read morethe rooster outside that we needed a picture. We walked in to admire the unique items inside that help support the theatre. We were welcomed and greeted to visit the garden in the back which had a small koi pond and theatre stage with seating. We learned about a former senator of Hawaii, Spark Matsunaga who was native to Kauai and also served as a war veteran. A beautiful statue of him and his grand daughter is located in the garden. There are several items for purchase to help support the efforts of the children's theater and ongoing cultural and Hawaiian heritage. There was also a donation box at the door so please help support the local theatre for children.

Randy is the best you can get. I felt so lucky to find him. So over and above of any expectation we…read moreever had. A super knowledgeable guide with an awesome personality. A truly great person Thank you for everything Randy we are blessed to have met you

He's certainly knowledgeable about the island, but he long-hauled us with tons of unnecessary stops…read moreat the beginning of our trip to Waimea Canyon. He also was reading texts while driving and even took a call on our time when we were paying by the hour. I'm sure he'll have a convenient response to this review, explaining his side, but save yourselves the headache people and find a different tour guide who doesn't pull over and stop for every flower and plant on the entire island.

Did you know that chickens live free on the islands? It happened by accident when a hurricane blew…read moreup all chicken coops. Shortly thereafter people noticed that the chickens who survived and were now free, were in fact helping reducing bugs population! Chickens earned their freedom on the islands and roam around town, in the jungle, along the river... Everywhere! Kauai is my favorite island. Giant tree leaves, abundance of fruits and vibrant colorful flowers lifted my soul and fed my eyes with beauty. It is truly a heavenly garden enjoyable year-around with mild temperatures, abundant rain that gives life everywhere on this volcanic island. Because the grounds are so fertile it is a natural instinct to want to grow your own garden. Drop a seed and voila! Banana trees grow like weed there, they are actually hard to kill if you no longer want them! Beware of coconuts falling from trees, those really hurt! Avocados and mangos grow in profusion, there is no way to starve in Kauai. Bon appetit!

THE BEST ISLAND! The smallest and most beautiful island. So many chickens and roosters on the…read moreisland and I love it. A hurricane brought them over years ago, but not too long ago because I remember them not being there before. I like that this is not as touristy and its more of an island vibe with no large buildings. The tree tunnel is the best drive down south to Poipu from Lihue. Kapaa is a great cozy town. Koloa is cute and has a good market. I just love the entire island. ATVing is so much fun, zip-lining, kayaking, snorkeling, etc you name it it's all amazing. You have to a least visit once.

Ariel, with ACES Taxi and Tours was outstanding! He was extremely courteous, professional, and…read moreinformative. He provided detailed pick up information, followed up with text messages and phone calls, and was always waiting for us when we arrived at our different stops. Ariel was also extremely flexible and allowed us to make changes to our scheduled itinerary. I can not say enough about how wonderful trip was and would not hesitate to recommend him to everyone visiting Kauai!

Very informative and exciting tour. Really enjoyed! Took us to more locations than listed and…read moreexcellent driver

Jennifer is a lean, mean, ballet-dancing dream! Kauai is incredibly lucky to have a dancer of her…read morecaliber and training (British Royal Ballet) on the island. She moved to Kauai when I was 13, and let me tell you that dancing with her was one of the most marvelous and memorable things about my teenage years. She puts soul into her teaching and pushes students to be their best, which is something I sometimes don't see in ballet schools in bigger cities. After leaving Kauai, I found myself drawing on what I'd learned from Jennifer all throughout my classes at Ballet Hawaii, Iolani, and while studying for my BA in dance in LA. She really is inspirational! Look to Jennifer if you want excellent education in ballet technique on Kauai.

I've been to many dance concerts put on by this company. I…read moream, by no means, a dance expert, but I do have a degree in music composition etc. so, I've had the opportunity to work with amazing dance companies in New York. Royal Ballet Kauai is phenomenal. I have been repeatedly amazed at the level of professionalism and quality of dancing that I have seen put on by this company. I feel that prices are very reasonable, for both lessons and performances.

Very nice trails. Scenic views of the mountains and ocean. One of the must things to do while…read morespending time on Kauai.