subject: 5 Unique Activities on Kauai [print this page] Kauai is a unique island in the Hawaiian Island chain. As a tropical rainforest, Kauai has it all from aromatic tropical flowers to gorgeous mountains and stunning ocean views. Plus, there is never a shortage of things to do. Here are a few places you can visit and some things you can do while your there.
The Hanalei Bay Resort This resort is a great place to spend your vacation or to just spend the day. They have an incredibly good deal on pool-side food, so you can get a great burger for just $5. Plus, their pool was rated America's best hotel pool and given the Fodor's Choice Gold 2010 award.
Mountain Tubing There are historic waterways built by plantation workers that run through the mountains of Kauai, and you can explore them from the comfort of your own large inflatable ring! The water flows gently and the ride is relaxing. Plus, you get to see some really remote island locations.
Swimming with Turtles - There is a great area on the south shore of the island where you can swim with turtles, a completely unique experience unlike any other. You can either go out on your own or join up with a snorkeling company to see some pretty large turtles get up close and personal with you.
Whale Watching Have a hankering to see some whales? Well, then Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge is a great place to spot a whale or two. So bring your binoculars along or rent a boat and get closer to a whale that you've ever been before.
Island Soap & Candle Works This shop is located on Kauai in the Kong Lung Center. That's on Kilauea Road on the way to the Kilauea Lighthouse. You can stop in and buy specialty candles and unique gift items made by a local artist. Plus, this is one of the few places you can get Surfer's Salve, used to soothe sunburns, rashes, bug bites, chapped lips and dry skin.
Now these are only a few places for you to visit on the island. There are many more places to visit from the Waimea Canyon to the Kilauea Lighthouse, but there are far too many great locations to list here. Simply know that, if you visit Kauai, you will never run out of things to do and see.
