5 days in Kauai Itinerary

Hanalei is a census-designated place (CDP) in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour and then kick back and relax at Hanalei Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the majestic nature at Na Pali Coast State Park, then take some stellar pictures from Puu Hinahina Lookout, then get great views at Waimea Canyon State Park, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Koke'e Mountains.

For maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Hanalei tour itinerary maker.

Vancouver, Canada to Hanalei is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Vancouver to Hanalei. Expect warmer temperatures when traveling from Vancouver in April; daily highs in Hanalei reach 31°C and lows reach 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Koloa.

Kōloa is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): take in the dramatic natural features at Spouting Horn, kick back and relax at Poipu Beach Park, then see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and finally admire the sheer force of Wailua Falls. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Shipwreck Beach, then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then look for gifts at Aunty Liliko'i.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Koloa online route planner.

Drive from Hanalei to Koloa in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Koloa are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.