Robyn & Dave Kauai Wedding: 2011

Just a bit about the Anahola Area!

Very few villages retain their distinctive local flavor as with Anahola. You will find yourself amazed with the bounty of nature and the charming appeal of its community. Because of its minuscule size and unassuming atmosphere, Anahola is often overlooked by tourists driving along the highway in a hurry to get to the neighboring villages. However, for the observant and careful driver, finding Anahola is like stumbling upon a veritable treasure trove in an unlikely place. Situated in the eastern coast of Kauai Island, Anahola is also part of the 'Coconut Coast' because of the coconut trees that line it's shoreline.

Anahola is famous for its beach park. Situated along Anahola road, the beach is a beautiful place to go for vacation. It features an offshore protective reef for scuba diving and snorkeling with the fishes. Here, you can have a lot of fun swimming or playing along the golden sands. Because the place has large areas and shade provided by the trees, you could easily find yourself lounging or sleeping for quite some time.

However, Anahola Beach Park is not like the other resorts that are found in Hawaii. It is devoid of colorful pavillions that peddle souvenirs, of cottage huts, and of outdoor bars that sell chilled drinks and snacks. Yet, its pristine, albeit rugged, environment is enough to bring tranquility to mind, body, and spirit, thus making the place a perfect retreat from the troubles of the city. If you find yourself tired of the water activities, this beach park has picnic tables where you could rest and have a quiet meal. Anahola's famous mountains can be seen from far away, yet is still able to awe people who are fortunate enough to see it.

Anahola's roads are peppered with small, roadside stalls peddling fresh leis made of colorful flowers, refreshingly flavored ice shaves, and local Hawaiian food. After all the fun activities and the sights you went to in Anahola, try and sample their local product that have tourists raving.

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Kauai Vacation Tours

ZIPLINE TOURS - This is true adventure and a great way to see parts of the island that are not accessible any other way. Venture deep into the heart of Kauai, through a historic former sugar plantation. Descend a lush tropical mountain side via a series of seven breathtaking ziplines. Fly over layers of forest canopy on your way to the valley floor below.

TUBING TOURS - Traverse Lihue’s old sugar plantation into Kaua`i’s pristine, emerald green interior. Enjoy breathtaking vistas. Grab a tube, don a headlamp, and jump on your tube for a leisurely cruise. Witness Kauai`s spectacular engineering feats as you float down a tropical waterway consisting of open ditches, tunnels and flumes dating back to 1870.

ATV TOURS - Hop on the hottest and newest All Terrain Vehicle available and go to places more spectacular than you have imagined.

BICYCLE TOURS - A great way to get a real feel for the island. Fun and exciting and narrative on history, culture, folklore and legends.

ECO TOURS - Sound Eco tourism involves travel to natural destinations, minimizes impact, builds environmental awareness, provides direct financial benefits for conservation, provides financial benefits and empowerment for local people, respects local culture, and supports human rights and democratic movements.

MOVIE TOURS - Movie tours take you to all of the famous movie locations on Kauai - Jurassic Park to Raiders of the Lost Ark, Donovan's Reef to Outbreak, Gilligan's Island to Fantasy Island to Blue Hawaii to South Pacific.

LUAUS - The torches are lit, the night is filled with music, and family members gather to bring you a casual, relaxing and romantic dining experience that starts off with the Imu Ceremony - the unearthing of the traditional pig, cooked to perfection in an underground oven.....and thirst-quenching tropical cocktails are served inside the luau hale. The luau meal features traditional luau favorites, tropical fruit and a special Hawaiian dessert table.

GOLF COURSES - There are a full range of Golf Courses on Kaua’i from a Kaua’i County course with fees under $15 to World Class PGA championship courses. In Poipu is the Kiahuna Golf Club, 18-hole course renovated in 2004 and the ocean front Poipu Bay Golf Resort, 36 holes and Home of the PGA Grand Slam. On the scenic hillside of Kalaheo Town is The Kukuiolono Golf Course with nine holes for under $15! This 90-year-old course and adjoining Japanese Gardens are a hidden treasure few visitors are aware of. In Lihue is the 18 hole Puakea Golf Course with new ownership and extensive renovations completed in 2003. Also in Lihue is the oceanfront Kaua’i Lagoons Golf Course, a 36 hole Jack Nicklaus designed championship course. A few minutes further along our East shore is The Wailua Golf Course, an ocean front 18 hole Kaua’i County course, renovated in 2003. Continuing north is the Princeville Golf Club and former Home of The Kemper Open with 76 holes, rated #1 in Hawaii by Golf Digest.

BOAT TOURS - The best way to explore the magical Napali Coast! Zodiac tours, catamaran cruises, and whale watching tours, leave from Hanalei Lihue, Poipu and Port Allen. Five-hour combination snorkel and sightseeing excursions of our ancient Na Pali coastline are popular.

SURFING - The North Shore of Kaua’i is a winter surfing Mecca, and in the summer, Poipu Beach on the South shore and our West shore beaches produce the best waves. On Kaua’i, there are nearly as many surf spots as there are beaches.

HORSEBACK RIDING - There are companies who offer 3 hour trail rides through Kauai's back country to a waterfall, for a picnic and a swim. There are also private rides available as well as live cattle drives and sunset rides on The South Side.

SNORKELING - There good places to snorkel from beachs such as Anini Beach which is a along a 3 mile coastline enclosed by a long outer reef. Inside the reef, you will encounter a myriad of colorful tropical fish and several species of coral. Ke'e Beach and Tunnels Beach both known for their good water clarity.

HIKING - The Waimea Canyon and Koke’e State Parks offer numerous hikes from easy to the most strenuous. You can hike several trails that meander throughout Kaua’i's ethereal mountain country, where you will encounter plant and bird species found nowhere else on earth.At the end of the road after Ke'e beach is the Na Pali Trail and trail head to the ancient Kalalau Valley and the Na Pali Coastline. Day hikers enjoy hikes to Hanakapiai Beach or the longer trek to Hanakapiai Falls. Hikes beyond that point require permits and overnight camping due to the length of time to walk. From Ke’e Beach parking area, you can hike to the magnificent Hanakapiai Falls. Short hikes can be enjoyed from trails beginning above Opaekaa Falls lookout in Wailua.

FISHING - Half and full day charters, with all fishing gear included, are available. Charters depart from Nawiliwili, Poipu, and Port Allen. The captain usually divides the fish according to the wants and needs of the parties who are fishing. The boats usually provide all fishing gear and some beverages. All charters typically offer trips for individuals and groups to offshore areas teeming with exciting game fish such Sailfish, Stripe Marlin, Ono and Ahi tuna. Fresh Water Bass fishing is also available on Kaua’i’s most beautiful fresh water reservoirs.

WINDSURFING - Windsurfing at its best is found at Tunnels Beach and at Anini Beach where companies offer equipment rentals and lessons. Other favorite spots are Hanalei Bay and Poipu Beach. You may rent equipment in Hanalei, and drive to any spot you wish.

KAYAKING - Kayaking can be enjoyed on several Kauai Rivers and in the Ocean during the summer months. On our East shore, the Wailua River is the most popular location for river Kayaking with both guided and self-guided trips.

SCUBA - Kauai's clean, clear offshore waters attract scuba divers from all over the world. There is a dive shop in almost every town on the island, so gear rental, air, and instruction can be easily found. Scuba lessons and certification for beginners is available in most towns. Some adventurous tours included a Na Pali Coast Tour along with a stop at the forbidden island of Niihau where you can snorkel and dive in its crystal clear waters.

SAILING TOURS - Several boat companies host a variety of open ocean sailing charters in large, seaworthy, ocean catamarans. The most popular cruise travels far up the Napali Coast where you will get the chance to snorkel and scuba among turtle and tropical fish. Sunset cruises complete with cocktails are also available.

HELICOPTER TOURS - Your Helicopter tour over the Kauai is the most scenic and personalized tour of its kind. There is no better place than Kauai to do a helicopter tour because so much of the island can only be seen from the air. This is the only way most people can see the magnificent beauty of Kauai's remote interior.

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