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1. Waimea Canyon Drive
- The signs for the drive to Waimea Canyon point to Koke'e Road, but Waimea Canyon Drive is a much more beautiful drive with more unique sights.... read more
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- Nile Expert Tip: Wonderful views of Kaua'i!
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2. Polihale State Park
- Polihale State Beach Park can feel like another world. At the end of Route 50 lies a roughly four mile bumpy dirt road that takes about twenty... read more
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3. Kalalau Valley Lookout
- For experienced adventurers with a wish to live life on the edge, it is hard to beat the experience in Kalalau Valley. With the proper permits,... read more
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4. Koke'e State Park
- A favorite place for hikers, campers and picnickers, this park is located on the western shore of Kauai. The centerpiece is Waimea Canyon. One... read more
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5. Na Pali Riders
- Owned and operated by the former owners of Z-Tour-Z, this company offers the same high-powered excursions along Na Pali Coast. If conditions permit,... read more
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6. Liko Kauai Cruises
Liko offers more than just a typical whale-watching cruise; this is a 4-hour combination Na Pali Coast tour-deep-sea fishing-historical lecture-whale-watching...
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7. Puu o Mahuka Heiau
Go around sundown to feel the mana (sacred spirit) of this ancient Hawaiian site. The largest sacrificial temple on Oahu, it's associated with...
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8. Polihale State Park
- The campground at Polihale State Park lies on and behind the dunes at the southern end of the beach area. There are three designated campsites... read more
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9. West Kauai Technology & Visitor Center
- The purpose of this structure is twofold - first, to act as a center for technology and new media on the island, and second, to show visitors Kauai's... read more
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10. Russian Fort Elisabeth
- This structure may not be a treat for the eye, but it has a long and colorful past. Built by Georg Anton Schaeffer in the early part of the 19th... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Waimea. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
