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Kauai is the oldest of the main Hawaiian Islands. It is most appreciated for its astounding natural beauty, including lush valleys, large white sandy beaches and abundant waterfalls. The island of Kauai has much to offer, from hiking the world-famous cliffs along the magnificent Na Pali Coast to kayaking the lazy Hanalei River. Come experience the splendor of our breathtaking views on Kauai, as well as our relaxed atmosphere and true feeling of Aloha. Kauai will be one of your favorite vacations of all time.
The magnificent North Shore of Kauai has a multitude of places to visit and explore.
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Na Pali Coast is a rugged and untamed spectacle that rewards visitors with an inexhaustible number of memorable visits. Its name means "The Cliffs," and the area is accessible only by foot and watercraft. The Kalalau Trail, the ancient trail of the natives, is very popular among hikers of all ages. This "must see" trail is world-renowned. |
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Near the trailhead is Ke’e Beach—a big beautiful beach with awesome sunsets. Great for cooling off after the trail hike. |
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Tunnels Beach—also known as Mukua Beach, this location offers excellent snorkeling and deep water caverns for diving. |
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Lumaha’i Beach—made famous by the film South Pacific, Lumaha’i Beach features lava rocks and beautiful views,
although swimming may not be safe here. |
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Hanalei Town and Hanalei Bay—a quaint beach town with many colorful shops and restaurants worth exploring. Hanalei Town is located at the center of beautiful Hanalei Bay. The views at the Bay are spectacular, with rugged tropical mountain peaks serving as a backdrop to an incredible crescent beach and bay. The Hanalei beach boasts 2 miles of sandy uninterrupted scenery, and the Bay is semi-protected from the heavy ocean swells, making it the home of many surf schools.
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Anini Beach—protected by the largest reef in the state of Hawaii the water is serene and shallow. This beach is a wonderful location for small children or peaceful reflection. This beach can be reached by foot in under 10 minutes from Halele’a at Queen Emma’s.
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Kalihiwai Beach—a lovely sandy beach featuring good swimming in the summer, as well as shade and grass areas for picnicking.
If you’re lucky you may see dolphins and turtles. |
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Secret Beach—another big beautiful beach. |
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Further down the coast at Kilauea is the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge.
This protected sanctuary houses many endangered birds near the old historic lighthouse.
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Emma's Bluff and Princeville Area Information
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The exclusive Queen Emma’s Bluff community features distinctive architecture and incredible ocean vistas. It is located on the North Shore of Kauai in Princeville on an ocean bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Anini Beach. Within easy driving you will find:
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The five-star St. Regis Hotel with gourmet dining, health and beauty spa and other amenities. |
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A beach trail to Hideaways Beach, a white sand beach that’s great for snorkeling and watching the surf. |
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Miles of jogging and biking trails. |
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The award-winning Princeville at Hanalei Resort’s Prince Golf Course (18 hole) and Makai (27 hole) Golf Course.
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The Princeville Center, which includes a grocery store, restaurants, shops, post office, and gas station. |
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Kilauea, with its majestic lighthouse and coastline, is just five miles to the west. |
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The quaint and beautiful town of Hanalei is a quick three miles to the east, including the magnificent Hanalei Bay where you can hang out and enjoy the splendor of the Kauai coastline. |
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Surfing, snorkeling, diving, boating, windsurfing, kayaking, helicopter rides, hiking and horseback riding are all within a 10-minute drive. The world-renowned Na Pali Coast Kalalau Trail and Ke’e Beach are a scenic 20-minute drive to the east. |
