Kauai Cruise Ship Shore Excursion Journey to Waimea Canyon
Overview
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5 hours
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In stark contrast to Kauai’s lushness is Waimea Canyon State Park. Over thousands of years earthquakes and erosion have created dramatic variation in the landscape. Waimea Canyon, “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific”, is the showpiece of the tour and offers one of the best views of the western coast of the island.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This shore excursion can only be booked by Norwegian Cruise Line Pride of America passengers
There will be substantial walking to Waimea Canyon. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for this activity.
What To Expect
Old Koloa Town
From some of the oldest buildings in the state, to rich history of Hawaii’s first successful Sugar Plantation, discover how this main port of entry was a favorite amongst the whaling fleet.
Spouting Horn
One of the most photographed spots on Kauai, with ocean water spraying like a geyser up to 50 feet in the air.
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Kauai Cruise Ship Shore Excursion Journey to Waimea Canyon
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Port pickup and drop off
Souvenirs
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
129 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
Robin S,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver, Leone, did an excellent job of giving information about where we traveled. We got to see other things besides Waimea Canyon which I would have missed if we had gone on our own. Waimea Canyon was incredible! I felt we had adequate time at each stop without pressure to hurry up and move on.
Really nice way to visit...
Howard H,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really nice way to visit the island. Great comfortable motor coach and entertaining tour guide/driver.
Waimea Canyon tour
Edward C,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Leone was entertaining and very knowledgable about the history of Hawaii. The tour was fantastic and we highly recommend him as a tour guide on Kawai.
Caimea canyon
Karl S,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It might be cloudy at first but take your time and the clouds will clear for some beautiful views. We were very impressed.
Kauai Cruise Ship Shore Excursion Journey to Waimea Canyon
Harold H,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This excursion on the island of Kaua'i was booked through Viator with Roberts Hawaii Tours. While the large bus was the most modern we were on during our time in Hawaii, and the driver/guide and tour itself were excellent, the meeting instructions given in advance left much to be desired. We were only given the time and an address for the pickup point. We left the ship as soon as we were allowed, after it docked, so we could figure out where the meeting point was, with little luck. Finally I phoned the number provided to get details. Somehow, Roberts Hawaii had been told that the ship would dock an hour later; so pickup would be an hour later. And, the description given to me of whom we were to look for was a bit vague. But, we did eventually connect. Our driver was courteous and very knowledgeable. We first stopped at the Hanapepe Valley Lookout, then at the Spouting Horn blowhole to see the water shooting into the air from the lava tube. We drove up the winding road to the Waimea Canyon State Park Lookout area. It was extremely windy and chilly this particular day, but it was definitely worth the climb and look! Mark Twain called this the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific". While it isn't as massive as the Grand Canyon in Arizona, it is breathtaking and beautiful. We could see a beautiful waterfall across the canyon from the lookout. In the winter, the colors of the canyon are more easily seen as there is less vegetation interfering with views; so we could see reds, browns and greens in the layers.
Great time!
Amanda T,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Donna was amazing! She was very knowledgeable and was entertaining. We had a great time and the views were fantastic.
No Waimea Canyon
paulbE8878FZ,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We arrived in Kauai on the NCL Pride of America on 11/13/25, we had booked this tour directly through Robert's Hawaii. There were two buses for Robert's at the pier. When we boarded the second bus our driver mentioned that she had heard about a fire at the canyon that morning, but didn't make it out to be a big deal, and no offer of refund or cancellation was made. Had we known that we would be unable to visit the canyon we would have cancelled. The only reason we booked this excursion was to see the Waimea Canyon. During the tour, we were informed that due to the fire , we would not be visiting the canyon and were taken to the city of Waimea where most stores and food trucks were not opened yet. This destination had nothing of interest to us. It seemed as if it was an attempt to fill the time that should have been spent at the canyon. To make matters worse, we later spoke to many other cruisers on the ship that were able to visit Waimea Canyon that day, either through cruise line excursion or another outside tour provider. This suggests that the closure was temporary and that Robert's Hawaii was poorly informed, but still took us out without proper notice or offer of a refund. I have been in touch with Robert's Hawaii and have received very little response. This experience was a massive disappointment and a waste of money. Stay Away
Brilliant tour.
gcgirlau,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the trip with Leone. Great driver, very informative. I am hearing impaired and heard what he was saying! Lots of stories and recommendations along the way. Credit to his company!! The canyon was magical.
Leone was very...
Patricia S,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Leone was very knowledgeable about the island and also gave helpful hints about shuttles and other areas to visit on Kuaui. Great job. The Waimea Canyon is a gorgeous must see excursion.
The NO Waimea Canyon Tour
lorilG9959MG,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We were picked up by the tour company got to Waimea Canyon and it was closed due to a fire the night before. The tour company had no idea of this. It would have been nice if we were told at pickup and given the option to still go and not see the canyon which was my whole purpose for booking the tour. I still got charged the same amount even though we did not get to go to the canyon. It looks like tripadvisor booked through Viator which always reimburses if the cruise can not happen I just don't understand why there was no attempt to atleast give some kind of a refund.
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