Things to Do

Walk a perfect string of crescent beaches to a rendezvous with playful waves. Play your fill of championship golf and tennis. Swim, sail, surf, snorkel and scuba dive. Explore remote areas by kayak, horseback, mountain bike, atv or helicopter. Hike the spectacular 4 mile round-trip coastal trail to Mahaulepu Beach or learn about our amazing history by driving, walking or biking the 10-mile Koloa Heritage Trail. Shop in charming villages. Eat in fabulous restaurants. Experience the small-town aloha that makes Poipu Beach a must-see destination.

To plan all of your activities and recreational choices, go to our Poipu Adventure Planner to organize and print your itinerary.

Activity Services

These companies offer a wide variety of air, water and land activities at discounted prices.

Air Tours

Take flight with one of the three best helicopter companies in the islands.

Attractions

Come see and explore Poipu's natural wonders.

ATV Tours

Take the ultimate off-road adventure and enjoy breathtaking mountain and coastline views.

Biking

Take a guided downhill bicycle tour or rent a bike and go at your own pace.

Dining

Dining on the South Shore can range from elegant gourmet to extra casual; from Pacific Rim cuisine to Northern Italian.

Family Activities

Information on daycare, activities and dining for families with children.

Golf

With two 18-hole championship courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., Poipu offers some of the finest golf in the ...

Groceries & Liquor

Find places to shop for groceries, liquor and gift baskets on the South Shore.

Hiking

These two self-guided tours on the South Shore provide historical and cultural information and some spectacular views.

Horseback Riding

Poipu offers a variety of horseback riding adventures. You can ride through a working cattle ranch, explore a forest of ...

Kayaking

Kayak tours are a fun way to see Kauai's coastline and rivers.

Luau

An ideal event for the entire family to experience music, dance and traditional Hawaiian foods.

Nightlife

Live music, dancing, cocktails and pool tables.

Ocean Tours

Take a dinner, sunset or whale-watching cruise, along the South Shore or the Na Pali Coast.

Scuba & Snorkel

Explore Kauai's underwater world and ocean life.

Shopping

A variety of shopping on the South Shore awaits you, including art galleries, clothing and swim wear boutiques, gift shops and ...

Spas, Health & Beauty

It's time for you to pamper yourself with a massage, facial or manicure.

Surfing

Take a lesson with one of the best, or rent a board for the day.

Zipline Tours

A fun and exciting way to explore the island.


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