Kauai is an island in the Central Pacific, part of the Hawaiian archipelago. It’s nicknamed “the Garden Isle” thanks to the tropical rainforest covering much of its surface. The dramatic cliffs and pinnacles of its Na Pali Coast have served as a backdrop for major Hollywood films, while 10-mile-long Waimea Canyon and the Nounou Trails traversing the Sleeping Giant mountain ridge are hiking destinations.
Starting off my first visit to Hawaii we decided to spend a few days exploring Kaua’i, the garden island. I chose this place because I wanted to see the Napali coast that seems to be featured in every photo set related to Hawaii. Day 1 – Helos, Kayaks and Beaches For our first day we took a helicopter tour. I ended up purchasing front seats and a...