Koloa Landing at Poipu Beach Wyndham Grand Resort

Exploring Kauai

The only unconquered Hawaiian Island, Kauai's unique energy and spirit, safeguarded by its geographic remoteness, can be felt to this day. Picture-perfect golden-sand beaches, breathtaking coastlines, tropical scenery, and idyllic waterfalls are the reasons behind the nick name The Garden Isle. Kayaking, snorkeling, horseback riding, bodysurfing, and swimming are among the activities all ages can enjoy while visiting.

Points of Interest

• Poipu Beach - Poipu Beach is a perfect string of crescent shaped beaches and was named America's Best Beach by The Travel Channel, ranking top among the 10 "best" beaches selected nationwide.
• Spouting Horn - The Spouting Horn Blow Hole is an excellent place to look for whales and dolphins on the south shore.
• Waimea Canyon - "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific," Waimea Canyon is 10 miles long and 3,600 feet deep.
• Na Pali Coast State Park - Indescribable views by boat or hiking trail offers visitors a coastline to remember. The Na Pali Coast State Park includes the famous Kalalau Trail which provides the only land access to this part of the rugged island terrain.
• Coconut Coast - Kauais east side, named the Coconut Coast for its groves of coconut palms, it is the most populated region on the island offering numerous opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment.
• Wailua Falls - Located at the Southern end of Wailua River; the falls are divided into two streams that cascade to a spectacular pool 80 ft below. This is only one of many waterfalls on the island. The signature Fern Grotto is also located on the royal Wailua River.

Arts & Cultural

• Traditions of Kauai - The diversity of Kauai's rich culture and tradition is shared through the many historic sites, festivals, ethnic arts, theatres and museums dispersed around the island.
• Experience a Luau Kauai Style - There are several on island luau shows for visitors to enjoy an international celebration with dances and songs from Tahiti, Hawaii, China, Japan, the Philippines, New Zealand and Samoa.
• Kauai Museum - The Kauai Museum is the cultural Sanctuary for the art and artifacts of Native Hawaiians and it nurtures the creative spirit of today's artists.
• Hanapepe Art Night - Each Friday night, from 6 to 9 p.m., artists open their galleries to the public and put on a fine community open house.
• National Tropical Botanical Garden - McBryde is a botanical ark, home to the world's largest collection of native Hawaiian plants and other endangered species. Allerton is a garden of beauty and landscape design. Enjoy Kauai's rare flora and fauna at its best!

Shopping

• Kukui'ula Village - Just steps from the resort, including: Merriman's Kauai, Josselin's Tapas Bar & Grill, Bungalow 9, Gallerie 103 and Lappert's Ice Cream.
• Poipu Shopping Village - Offering a variety of shops and restaurants including Roy's Poipu Bar & Grill
• Old Koloa Town - Unique shopping and dining available in Kauais oldest plantation town.
• Kukui Grove Center - Kukui Grove has it all. An exciting selection of stores, boutiques and eateries. Find a unique island gift or enjoy the best in local entertainment

Sports & Amusement

• Golf - Golf on Kauai means surrounded by the lush, natural beauty of the island. Kauai has several Golf Courses to choose from; Kiahuna, Poipu Bay, Kauai Lagoons, Princeville and Puakea.
• Walking, Hiking, or Biking Trails - Kauai has mountain trails, beach trails, and coastal trails all over the island. Great for exploring or just taking in the scenery.
• Scuba Diving - Kauai offers an abundance of sites to scuba dive. Beginners and experienced divers will find areas worthy of an entertaining day.
• Kayak and Paddling Tours - Kayaking on Kauai can be a peaceful experience or an enthralling adventure.
• Surfing and Body Boarding - Whether watching the waves from the shore or riding them, surfing on Kauai is a memorable experience.