Kauai

15 Best Kauai Private Tours

Private canyon days, island circles and charters that linger where your group wants to. Kauai rewards the unhurried, which is precisely what private touring buys.

1.Private Doors-Off Kauai Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

Experience Kauai’s stunning waterfalls, canyons, and coastlines with a private, doors-off helicopter tour—unmatched views and personalized service.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Wear a light jacket ! It is cool up there ! Great pilot , Taylor , slow and steady . Exhilarating. Great views . See unexplored places . Gives a much different perspective. Absolutely a must see . Affordable life experience .”

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2.Private Kauai Experience: Doors-Off ALL WINDOW SEATS

Discover Kauai from above with a private doors-off helicopter tour. Experience stunning waterfalls, the Waimea Canyon, and breathtaking coastlines in 55 minutes.

★ 5.0

“Best excursion we did!! You have to fly with the doors off - it makes it 10x better!! We had a blast and would do this over and over again and be in awe every time!!”

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3.Private Waimea Canyon Tour

Discover Kauai’s stunning landscapes with a private guide, visiting Waimea Canyon, waterfalls, and local landmarks in a full-day personalized tour.

★ 5.0

“John was our tour guide and was truly excellent. Saw everything including sea turtle and monk seal, waterfalls and spouting horn (all seasonal, we traveled in Sept). He was extremely knowledgeable about Kauai and Hawaiian islands history. Absolutely perfect last day of our trip!”

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4.Kauai Canyon Explorer: Private Tour Featuring Waimea & Kokee

Discover Kauai’s stunning landscapes on this private tour featuring Waimea Canyon, Kokee State Park, coffee orchards, waterfalls, and charming towns—all led by an expert guide.

★ 5.0

“The Tour was amazing. The host was delightful, with plenty of knowledge of the island and its culture. Even though we were all strangers Coco was able to creature a really nice environment for everybody to feel like friends. The sights are all worth experiencing…”

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5.Private Jungle Waterfall Adventure, Wit Da Native Hawaiian Dundee

Discover Kauai’s hidden waterfalls, lush jungles, and sacred sites on a private, customizable adventure led by a knowledgeable local guide, perfect for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“Our family loved this experience & will do another adventure with the Hawaiian Dundee when we return to Kauai! Both of my boys loved rappelling down the falls, jumping off the cliffs & swimming in the pool. The views are spectacular & exploring the jungle…”

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6.Kauai Cessna Private Air Tour

Experience Kauai from the air with a private Cessna tour. Enjoy stunning coastlines, waterfalls, and valleys on a personalized, 65-minute flight with expert commentary.

★ 5.0

“Amazing flight! Our pilot, Koa, was excellent and knows so much about the island making our tour even more special and memorable. The tour is a must do!”

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7.Kauai’s Waimea Canyon and South Side Private Guided Tour

Experience Kauai’s top sights privately, from Waimea Canyon to Poipu Beach, with personalized insights and stunning views—perfect for intimate groups.

★ 5.0

“Noah was a wonderful guide - knowledgeable, warm and accomodating. A former teacher at a charter school on Kauai, Noah has a vast knowledge of Hawaiian history, geography and horticulture. He knew great places to stop for pics, to eat lunch and even stopped so…”

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8.The Secret Waterfall Private tour with photos

Discover Kauai's hidden waterfalls on this private, customizable tour led by expert guides, with stunning photos, and tailored adventures—ideal for those seeking authentic island experiences.

★ 4.5

“Jenn, our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. She catered to our requests and the photo shoots were amazing and fun. Easy to meet up with her and truly a wonderful experience. I highly recommend her and this excursion.”

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9.Private Group Snorkel Adventure on Tropical Reef with Sea Turtles

Discover Kauai’s vibrant marine life on a private snorkel tour with expert guides, sea turtles, and coral reefs — perfect for confident swimmers and families.

★ 5.0

“This was an awesome snorkeling experience. The guide was knowledgeable, fun, and safe. We saw many different kinds of fish and several turtles. I would definitely recommend booking this excursion.”

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13.Kauai East Side and North Shore Private Guided Tour

Discover Kauai's highlights with this private guided tour of the East Side and North Shore, featuring scenic stops, cultural insights, and personalized experiences.

★ 5.0

“Noah was an excellent guide. We enjoyed our Tim with him. All of the history, knowledge and stories about the island were interesting and made the tour enjoyable. We were able to see and learn more about the beauty of Kauai with Noah than if…”

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14.Private Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & More

Experience Kauai from above with a private plane tour, exploring Na Pali Coast, waterfalls, Waimea Canyon, and more, all in an exclusive, 65-minute flight.

★ 5.0

“Everyone was very friendly and made our adventure perfect for our needs. We loved flying in the Cessna 182. The flight was safe, informative, and fun. Beauty all around us. Thanks so much for making our trip a great one!”

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15.Private Kauai North Shore Tour

Discover Kauai’s North Shore with a private guide, exploring waterfalls, beaches, and cultural sites, perfect for a personalized island adventure.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide provided a wonderful day for us. We were able to experience highlights of the island, learn history and have great conversation. We stopped for a nice lunch mid way through our trip which was very enjoyable. I'm glad we made the decision…”

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More Kauai Private Tours

5.0Private Waterfalls Hike and Swim in Lihue1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)$93.19 5.0Kauai’s Ultimate Semi-Private Surf Lesson1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$191.55 5.0Kauai Private Baby Farm Animal Experience & Micro Dairy Immersion50 minutes (approx.)$125.00 5.0Semi Private Surf Lessons1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$175.00 4.5Private Luxury Tour of Kauai: South & West Shores6 hours (approx.)$415.42 5.0Kauai Island Private Guided Tour-Waimea Canyon from Lihue/Kapaa6 hours (approx.)$995.00 5.0Private Kauai 5-Hour Eastside & Waterfalls Tour5 hours (approx.)$229.00 5.0Kauai’s Ultimate Private Surf Lesson1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$318.27 4.5Kauai: Customized Luxury Private Tour6 hours$450 5.0Kauai Private Guided Tour to Waimea Canyon from Nawiliwili5 hours (approx.)$255.00 5.0Private Na Pali Coast Tour5 hours (approx.)$2,700.00 5.0Kauai Island Private Guided Tour-Waimea Canyon from Poipu/Koloa5 hours (approx.)$950.00 5.0Private Chef, Catering and Cooking Classes$285.00 4.5Kauai North Shore Private Guided Tour with Hotel or Port Pick-up6 hours (approx.)$1,210.25 4.5Waimea Canyon Private Tour with Local Guide from Kauai6 hours (approx.)$1,246.19 4.9Kauai: Waimea Canyon & Kokee State Park Private Tour9 hours - 3 days$1,084 5.0Private Deep Water Fishing in Kauai6 hours (approx.)$1,700.00 4.5Private SUV Transfer-LIH Airport to Koloa/Poipu35 to 45 minutes (approx.)$179.00 5.0Kauai Island – Private Tour : Waimea Canyon and Southside7 hours (approx.)$1,299.00 5.0Kauai Private Guided Tour to Northshore from Poipu/Koloa7 hours (approx.)$1,100.00 5.0Private Niihau Scuba Charter with 2 or 3 Tank Dive Option8 hours (approx.)$3,330.00 5.0Kauai Island Private Guided Tour-Waimea Canyon from Princeville8 hours (approx.)$1,350.00 5.0Private Whale Watch and Snorkel off Kaua’i5 hours (approx.)$1,300.00 5.0Kauai Island Private Guided Movie Tour from Lihue$400.00