There's no end to the list of Kauai activities you can particpate in during your stay on the Garden Isle.  Whether it be just stepping out on the lanai of Hale Puka`Ana and taking in the early morning fresh air followed by a leisurely stroll down the white sand beach, or grabbing your board for "choice" surf at any one of many surf spots located on the West side, the magic of the Garden Island follows you every step of the way.

The Waimea Canyon - Kokee State Park
If scenic hikes are your "meditation" then Waimea Canyon, the Grand Canyon of the Pacific is the place for you to be. Numerous hiking trails and scenic viewpoints await you as you make your way to some of the most breathtaking vistas in the Hawaiian Islands.

Take the opportunity along your hike to experience some "ornithology" (bird watching) as Kokee and the west side provide some of the most unique birds in the islands.  There is also seasonal Trout and Bass fishing in Kokee as well.

The Trails of Kokee
Kokee Natural History Museum

Polihale State Park
West of Hale Puka`Ana are the beaches of Polihale State Park. Be sure to bring your camera and get some postcard-perfect shots of the West end of the magnificent NaPali Coast and the magnificent sunset!

National Tropical Botanical Gardens
Delight in the unique tropical gardens of McBryde Garden, Allerton Garden and Limahuli Garden.  

 

Na Aina Kai
Countless magical moments await you at Na ‘Āina Kai. Come experience the many moods of this botanical paradise tucked on the north shore of Kauai, Hawai'i's exquisite Garden Isle. Here, natural treasures awaken your senses and tropical wonders never cease.

NaPali Explorer- Sceeninc boat tours of the NaPali Coast; Sunset, Snorkle, and Scuba trips daily

West Side Sporting Goods- for rental or purchase of snorkle or fishing gear (808) 338 1411

Nukumoi Surf Shop- The west side's best surfing gear for purchase or rental

Outfitters Kauai- Cycling, kayaking and adventure tours and equipment rentals
Kayak Wailua- kayaking adventures and guided kayak waterfall tours
True Blue Charters- Sport Fishing
Kipu Tours- ATV off-road tours
Wet-n-Wonderful Ocean Sports- Shoreline scuba diving and certification classes
Sea Sports Divers- Scuba charters
Kauai Movie Tours- See Kauai thru Hollywood's Eyes
Back Country Adventures- Zip line, tubing, ATV tours and more back country fun...
Inter Island Helicopters- Flight-seeing tours 

Tropical Biplanes - Flight-seeing tours

 

World Class Golf

 

Kauai Golf- Directory of Kauai's Golf Courses


"Close to Home" Activities and Things to Do...

Go Surfing
The West side is home to several world class surf spots as well as kiteboarding and windsurfing areas that are anywhere from seconds to a few minutes from the Hale Puka`Ana.

 

Beachcombing and Shoreline Fishing
A local past time is to spend the day at the beach shoreline fishing.  If you're lucky you might catch a Moi, an Oio or even a Papio.  Or maybe you prefer to spend the day sunbathing and/or exploring the beaches.  Kekaha is the perfect place to do just that - with miles of white sand beaches that start right across the street from Hale Puka`Ana.  Just don't forget the sunscreen!

Pamper Yourself...
When you are through with your Island adventures and are ready for the ultimate in pampering, visit the The Hideaway Spa at the Waimea Plantation Cottages. Just minutes from Hale Puka`Ana, you can have a Massage, spa treatment, steam, relax in the garden jacuzzi or take one of our beachfront Yoga classes.  Beachfront Yoga Schedule:  Friday 8:30am, Saturday 8:30am and Tuesday 5:00pm.

 

The Farmers Market
An Island-wide weekly "happening" Kauai's Farmer's Market is held at the Kekaha Neighborhood Center each Saturday at 9 a.m. Be ready to sample and buy some of the island's local produce and tropical flowers.

 

 

The West Side Craft Fair
Thursday through Sunday local artisans show their wares, accompanied by music and an abundance of local foods.

Hanapepe Art Night every Friday
Visit a variety of local art shops in downtown Hanapepe every Friday night.  Enjoy live music and fabulous food at the Hanapepe Cafe.

 

Star Gazing
The night sky above Kauai's West shore is the perfect place to view stars.  Take a blanket across the street to the beach and lay back and let the constellations above put on a show for you.  Kekaha has clear skies and very few city lights which allows for optimal viewing.

Waimea
Wrangler's  - Steak & Seafood
Waimea Brewery (great food, live music at the western-most brewery in the US)

Pacific Pizza & Deli
Barefoot Burgers
The Shrimp Station
Obsession's (breakfast & lunch)
Subway

J's local food

Da Booze Shoppe for fresh bbq ribs, chicken, and the like.

Ele`ele
Toi's Thai food

Grinds Cafe & Espresso

Kalaheo

Kalaheo Steak House

Brick Oven Pizza

Poipu
Brennecke's

The Beach House 
Joe's on the Green (lunch Only)

Keoki's Paradise

Roy's

The Plantation

 

Kapa'a

Burrito Head (www.burritohead.com/burritohead/Aloha.html)

Scotty's BBQ

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