Kauai Highlights & Movie Sites (K3)
About This Experience
After decades of watching Hollywood transform our island into everything from Jurassic Park to alien planets, I can tell you the Kauai Highlights & Movie Sites (K3) tour from Honolulu is the real deal for movie buffs and nature lovers alike. This 11.5 to 12.5-hour adventure reveals where cinematic magic happens against Kauai's stunning backdrop.
Your day kicks off with 7:00 AM hotel pickup from select Kauai locations, complete with expert live narration and actual movie clips throughout. First stop? The magnificent 151-foot Opaeka'a Falls, where Elvis filmed scenes for "Blue Hawai'i" and "Wackiest Ship in the Army." The cascading waters create a dramatic 40-foot-wide spectacle that's pure eye candy.
Next, you'll head to Kilauea Point Lighthouse Overlook at our island's northernmost tip – Disney fans will recognize it from "Lilo and Stitch." Then it's on to Kapa'a Town, where Spielberg filmed that memorable dinosaur egg exchange scene in Jurassic Park. The cultural stops at Birthing Stone and Poli'ahu Heiau add authentic Hawaiian context between movie locations.
Don't miss the Lydgate Chocolate Tasting Room with complimentary samples before heading to charming Hanalei Town. Here's where you'll have free time for lunch at local spots and can visit Tahiti Nui, the atmospheric bar George Clooney frequented in "The Descendants." A short walk takes you to scenic Hanalei Beach and Pier – another popular filming location that captures our coastal beauty perfectly.
The Kauai Highlights & Movie Sites (K3) includes round-trip transportation, expert commentary, and movie clips. Children need adult supervision, and you'll want comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and your camera. Lunch costs extra in Hanalei Town. Tours return around 2:45 PM, and you'll need 48-hour cancellation notice for full refunds. Call 808-246-0122 at least 24 hours before departure to confirm pickup details.