High above the Helicopters - Kauai, Hawaii
Here I am up so high on the mountains that the helicopters can be barely seen below me. Kauaʻi or Kauai[3] (play /ˈkaʊ.aɪ/; Hawaiian: [kɔuˈwɐʔi]), known as Tauaʻi in the ancient Kaua'i dialect, is geologically the oldest of the main Hawaiian Islands. With an area of 562.3 square miles (1,456.4 km2), it is the fourth largest of the main islands in the Hawaiian archipelago, and the 21st largest island in the United States.[4] Known also as the Garden Isle, Kauaʻi lies 105 miles (170 km) across the Kauaʻi Channel, northwest of Oʻahu. This island is the site of Waimea Canyon State Park.
The United States Census Bureau defines Kauaʻi as Census Tracts 401 through 409 of Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, which is all of the county except for the islands of Kaʻula, Lehua, and Niʻihau. The 2000 census population of Kauaʻi (the island) was 58,303.
Kauai by Helicopter | Hawaii
It takes a bird’s eye view from a helicopter to see what the Hawaiian island of Kauai really looks like and witness the natural breathtaking beauty of the Garden Isle.
Jenna and I had the opportunity to take a helicopter tour of Kauai during our last visit. We lifted off from the Lihue Airport towards Nawiliwili harbor and the Kauai Marriot Resort.
Our first air destination was the tropical Hanapepe Valley which is known for its fantastic rainbows.
Next we saw the 400 ft. high Manawaiopuna Falls made famous in the movie Jurassic Park and entered Olokele Canyon, the gateway to the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, Waimea.
We explored the spectacular and isolated NaPali Coast and saw majestic mountains, cascading waterfalls, secluded beaches and pristine cathedral cliffs.
As our flight continued past the ancient caves and terraces, our pilot and owner of Island Helicopters - Curt Lofstedt - shared great legends of Hawaii and its people.
We also saw Bali Hai and Lumahai Beach made famous in the movie South Pacific and flew to Hanalei Bay & Valley with a view of Princeville Resort.
Finally we flew inside the crater of Mt. Waialeale volcano where waterfalls cascade thousands of feet to the valley below.
Many other fantastic locations were seen on this tour including Wailua Falls seen on the 80's TV show Fantasy Island.
This is a tour you don’t want to miss during your visit to Kauai. In the meantime, enjoy the video we took during our flight. Thank you to Island Helicopters for the amazing experience.
Island Helicopters is one of the oldest helicopter companies in Hawaii, started in 1980. The company is family owned and locally operated. They specialize in very personal tours for the independent traveler, families or groups of any size. They are the only company where the owner, Curt Lofstedt - our pilot -, continues to fly tours.
Kauai Travel Tips: 9 Things to Know Before You Go
Things you NEED to know BEFORE you travel to Kauai Hawaii. Kauai is the oldest and smallest of the four main the Hawaiian Islands. It has a population of just 70,000 people. Elevation ranges from sea level to just over 5,000 feet. Kauai is home to the world's wettest location, Waialeale, which receives over 450 inches of rain annually - that's almost 40 feet! All that rain means lots of waterfalls
Only three percent of Kauai has been developed. It’s called the “Garden Isle” but it’s very country. You won’t find big cities or a lot of people on Kauai. You’ll find plenty of lush jungly wilderness to be explored though (we’re talking scenes straight out of Jurassic Park).
Lots of microclimates: You can go from the wettest place on Earth to a near-desert in 20 minutes
And a TON of chickens. There are more wild chickens on Kauai than any other Hawaiian Island largely thanks to “Iniki,” a category 5 hurricane, which hit the island in 1992.
The north shore is the lushest and prettiest of the island. It’s also the rainiest. (Princeville)
South side is the sunniest with good swimmable beaches, (Poipu)
East Shore has the Airport (Lihue)
West Shore relatively Un Developed (Na Pali Coast)
2 - Weather:
Temperatures range from the lower 50's in Kokee State Park to the upper 80's along the South shore. Kauai is considered to be semi-tropical and is home to a variety of micro-climates depending on your location around the island. In some places you'll need a light jacket, while in others a bathing suit is more than enough. It is also very common to be in rain one minute on Kauai, and in full sun the next.
Quite Windy -- 15-25 MPH Winds
3- Beaches:
Many of Kauai’s beaches aren’t swimmable.
dangerous currents, rip tides, and hammering surf.
conditions everywhere will be calmer in the summer months
On the north shore, big surf in winter but is calm in summer
Hanalei Bay -- 2 mile crescent bay (good in summer)
On the east coast, there’s a nice lagoon at Lydgate beach.
Kalapaki beach in Lihue - nice local beach
South Shore swimming is good at Poipu beach
South Shore gets its waves in summer
4- Hotels:
Everything is more expensive in the resort areas.
St Regis Princeville (swankiest resort area)
Grand Hyatt and Sheraton in Poipu
Marriott by the Airport in Lihue
5- Transportation:
Get a rental car -- it’ll probably be banged up
You’ll find the cheapest gas in Lihue/Kapa’a.
It can take forever to get around.
One road around the island (almost)
2-3 hours from one end to the other
Be aware of driving times when planning outings.
congestion around Lihue and Kapa’a during morning and evening commute times.
One lane bridge (North Shore): The local custom is to let 5-7 cars go at a time.
6- Shopping:
Costco in Lihue near the airport as well as a Safeway grocery store chain.
And if you need a pharmacy/drug store, that would be Longs
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7- Food:
Casual Attire is OK pretty much anywhere. Shorts and flip-flips are where it’s at. If you want to be really dressy, an Aloha shirt and Khakis.
Lots of places are just “take out” -- eat picnic style
Many places are breakfast and lunch only and close at 1:30 or 3pm.
The big resorts have fancy restaurants, and prices to go along with it
Duke’s restaurant at Kalapaki -- get the famous Hula Pie!
Eat where the locals eat, plate lunches, Asian Food
8- Big Attractions
9 - Hiking:
Pack water shoes for hiking. Many of the trails on Kauai are muddy or will require you to cross streams. It’s much easier if you do not have to worry about keeping your hiking boots clean and dry. Bring a map.
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Queen's Bath Kauai
Queen's Bath, Princeville, Kauai. For detailed information including safety tips visit the following website:
The video contrasts the Queen's Bath area during stormy and calmer seas (Mar 22 and Mar 26, 2010). Forecast surf heights were 4-6ft vs 12-15ft.
GoPro: Kauai
Summer vacation to Kaua'i.
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Aerial Photography- Rented a Cessna 172SP that we flew ourselves from Wings Over Kauai.
Music- Afternoon by Youth Lagoon
Hawaii Day 9 - GoPro Kauai
Hawaii Day 9 - GoPro Kaui - arriving and eating at Hamura Saimin then checking out Wailua Falls. Staying at Plantations at Princeville and visiting Hanalei Bay.
Kauai's West Shore Beaches
The Garden Isle sports some of the best beaches in all of Hawaii, and here is a visual romp through the beaches of Kauai's Western coastline. See more at
Kauai, Hawaii
The Tabers and Amy do Kauai.
Hawaii, Kauai Island - Гавайи, остров Кауаи
Kauai (Kaua'i) is geologically the oldest of the main Hawaiian Islands.
In 1778, Captain James Cook arrived at Waimea Bay, the first European known to have reached the Hawaiian islands.
The island of Kauai has been featured in more than seventy Hollywood movies and television shows, such as Jurassic Park (1993), King Kong (1976), Indiana Jones film Raiders of the Lost Ark.
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Adventures in Kauai 2019
Kauai Locations and Links for More Info
00:01 Hanalei Valley Lookout
00:17 Kalalau Lookout (Same location as Kalepa Ridge Trail)
00:33 Kalepa Ridge Trail (at Kalalau lookout)
01:53 Phihea Trail
02:07 Tree Tunnel
02:15 Trail to Queen’s Bath (Same location as Queen’s Bath)
03:30 Queen’s Bath
03:57 Spouting Horn
04:09 Hanalei Bay
04:25 Waimea Canyon
04:39 Poipu
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Handstands Across Waimea Canyon in Kauai, Hawaii
Handstands in Waimea Canyon in Kauai, Hawaii. Recorded with my Gopro Hero 2.
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Sasha, me and Olga with Hiber spending three days on a wonderful island of Kauai.
GoPro HD Hawaiian Vacation-Exploring Kauai
A new edit featuring me and my family as we explore Kauai, Hawaii on our summer vacation. Watch an entire week full of all the best things Kauai has to offer whether we have to drive, hike, or swim to experience them! This is a new type of video for me to edit so let me know what you thought in the comments. Watch in full resolution for the best viewing experience. Also, a big thanks to my grandma and grandpa for taking my family along on this vacation. I wouldn't have done this without them. It's their 50th anniversary today (Sept 14, 2013) so I want to say a big congratulations to them! Hope you all enjoy the video!
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Outdoor Junkiez Pit Stop | Awa'awapuhi Trail, Kauai
Getting lifted above the Napali Coast on the Garden Isle.
Kauai Eden Tours: Top Reviews Kauai Nature Adventures for Families
If you have children of any ages, a Kauai Eden Adventure Day is a wonderful way to start your trip to Kauai on the right foot.
Why? Visit and experience wonderful places and resources that you will have
likely never known about ... and in doing so, transform your vacation, from good to Excellent! As you can see on in mini montage of our clients experience, we'll make sure to show you safe and incredible places if you have youngsters... But, just so you know, children are not a requirement for a Kauai Eden Tour.
I hope you'll go to Kauai Eden Tours.com, read our Kauai safety tips Page and book a Day with us.
Kauai, Hawaii's top 5 must see attractions!!!
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Here you will find the amazing waterfalls found in Jurasic Park (Manawaiopuna Falls) and Fantasy Island (Wailua falls).
A number one recommendation is a helicopter ride to view the island. This is the best way to get the best view of the waterfall from Jurasic Park.
2... you cannot miss a day trip to Waimea Canyon, the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Here you will find some great hiking trails to some amazing waterfalls. Some more great trails are at the Kokee view point.
3...A drive along the North Coast is where you will find some of the most spectacular scenery in the world.
4...This is where you will find another must a View of the Na Pali Coast; this can be done only by hiking or by boat and this should not be missed.
5...And of course the beautiful beaches, great snorkeling and sunsets
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Epic Snorkeling Kauai, Hawaii: Poipu Beach HD
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Just returned from a fantastic trip to Kauai, Hawaii. Swam, snorkeled, and hiked all across this beautiful piece of paradise. One of the best beaches I visited was Poipu Beach (Poʻipū), southern Kauai. The sheer number of fish was astounding and the calm waters at the time made for very relaxing snorkeling.
You will notice there isn't quite as much active coral as on other island beaches, however, the number of fish made up for it. Initially, it was little cloudy, hence the darker water, but it cleared up quickly. Please don't touch the coral or feed the fish here, leave no trace and respect the water!
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Having some fun driving back along Kauai 40-mile Waimea Canyon Road in our topless Mustang.
Driving back along Kauai 40-mile Waimea Canyon Road. Waimea Canyon is the largest canyon in the Pacific. The canyon measures 10 miles long, 1 mile wide, and more than 3,500-feet deep. It was carved thousands of years ago by rivers and floods that flowed from Mount Waialeale's summit. The lines in the canyon walls depict different volcanic eruptions and lava flows that have occurred over the centuries. Numerous lookouts and hikes offer terrific views of every aspect of this natural wonder.
Best Tunnels Beach Snorkeling | Kauai
Tunnels Beach snorkeling is considered the best on the island of Kauai. Also known as Makua Beach or Ha'ena Beach, the snorkeling at Tunnels Beach offers plenty of sea turtles, moray eels and the usual Hawaiian reef fish. While most snorkelers tend to stay close to shore in the murky water over the dead reefs, there is some amazing snorkeling over large, healthy coral heads far offshore. This POV video of snorkeling Tunnels Beach on Kauai was produced by SNORKELINGDIVES.COM in May 2015.
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