Kauai Backcountry Adventures

Kauai Backcountry Adventures offers unforgettable thrills through the lush landscapes of a former sugar plantation. Families with older kids can choose between floating through historic irrigation flumes on an inner tube adventure or soaring above tropical forests on zipline tours, all while learning about Kauai's plantation heritage.

• ✓Mountain tubing through historic hand-dug irrigation ditches and tunnels once used for sugar plantations
• ✓Zipline courses featuring multiple lines through Kauai's stunning tropical landscape
• ✓Educational component learning about Hawaii's plantation history and irrigation engineering
• ✓Small group sizes ensuring personalized attention from knowledgeable guides
• ✓Photo opportunities throughout the adventure capturing thrilling family moments

1. 1.Book your tour at least a week in advance during peak season as the highly-rated experiences sell out quickly, especially for morning time slots
2. 2.Arrive 30 minutes early for check-in and to use the restroom facilities before your tour begins
3. 3.Wear water shoes or secure sandals with back straps that can get wet, and bring a waterproof phone case if you want photos during the tubing adventure
4. 4.Pack a change of clothes and towels to leave in your car,you will get wet on the tubing tour
5. 5.Apply sunscreen before arrival as you'll be outdoors for several hours, but skip the spray-on types which can make surfaces slippery

Morning tours (starting at 7:00-8:00 AM) offer cooler temperatures and calmer trade winds, plus you'll have the rest of your day free for beach time. Weekday visits tend to have smaller groups than weekends, creating a more personalized experience.

Tours range from $130-$200 per person depending on the activity chosen. All equipment, guides, and snacks are included. There's free parking on-site, and while no restaurant is available, light refreshments are provided during tours.

Open year-round with consistent 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM hours daily. Weather can affect tours, particularly heavy rain which may cause cancellations for safety. Winter months (November-March) see more frequent rain, though tours typically run unless conditions are unsafe. Summer offers the most predictable weather.

Stop at Hamura Saimin Stand in Lihue (10 minutes away) for authentic Hawaiian noodle soup and homemade liliko'i chiffon pie, or grab fresh poke bowls and plate lunches at Fish Express, a local favorite perfect for hungry adventurers.