Kauai Sea Cave Boat Tours There are numerous wet and dry caves to tour in Kaua’i, but the most spectacular caves are found on the Nā Pali Coast, where access is only by sea. Here, dramatic sea arches and sea caves have formed in the cliffs as a result of the relentless, pounding Hawaiian surf,
To me this seems like overpopulation, even though they brought sustenance with them: the coconut tree, the kalo (taro plant), banana plants, breadfruit, and yams, just to name a few. They also brought pigs and dogs. They built elaborate, long stone walls and terraces along the streams, which were essential for cultivation on the valley floor, especially for the kalo. On the entire Kauai island, the Hawaiian population was estimated to have reached a whopping 110,000 persons. I believe so high a population was possible because of the good drinking water and the durable kalo which was their staple. Kalo is one of the most nutritious plants on this planet. The kalo's root could be boiled or pounded into nutritious poi and could then be preserved, semi-fermented—for later eating. The kalo's leaves could be eaten as well. Due to the need for firewood for cooking, the valley was much deforested, except for hala trees whose leaves, or lauhala, were used for making huts, mats and clothing necessities. An odd bread fruit tree here or a coconut palm there—the place was rather bare in places. The most sacred koa trees were spared to make canoes. Much of the wood for fuel was probably thrown down from the cliffs where it was harvested. Treacherous trails led to the Kokee forests above the back or south end of the valley. These people’s lives were hard. No time to get bored or for thinking too much. It was all about survival. Read more... KAUAI RAFT TOUR Adults $135 | Children $99 | 4.0 Hours Book SEA CAVE TOURS KAUAI Adults $135 | Children $99 | 4.0 Hours Book SNORKEL TOURS KAUAI Adults $135 | Children $99 | 4.0 Hours Book WHALE WATCHING Adults $135 | Children $99 | 4.0 Hours Book
Mermaids in Kaua'i... I dream of mermaids. Who doesn't? I have always wanted to create a fantasy-mermaid-Na Pali story with images to recreate a fantasy I've had since childhood, that mermaids live and play deep below the water's surface in their own underwater kingdom. When my eyes connected with the mid morning summer light creating heavenly electric blue colors to the waters in the Na Pali’s sea caves, I thought this could be so easy and fast—like a click of the finger. Read more... WHALE WATCHING Adults $135 | Children $99 | 4.0 Hours Book SEA CAVE TOURS KAUAI Adults $135 | Children $99 | 4.0 Hours Book KAUAI RAFT TOUR Adults $135 | Children $99 | 4.0 Hours Book SNORKEL TOURS KAUAI Adults $135 | Children $99 | 4.0 Hours Book
Taking Flight Over the Na Pali The Na ‘Pali Coast is filled with wonder and mystery. There are miles of unexplored valleys and waterfalls. The scenery is constantly changing, with cliff sides collapsing, and coastlines eroding. Each time I get on a boat, or enter the wilderness to hike a new trail, explore a new riverbed or canyon peak, I see Kauai's sea birds and I wonder what they have seen and if they realize they live in paradise. Birds on Kauai range from native Hawaiian birds to birds introduced to the Hawaiian Islands throughout the years. Some are migratory, some live here their whole lives and some live at sea, keeping nests near beaches and on cliffs. This article will focus on a few choice birds found along the Na’Pali coast cliffs, caves, and valleys, as well as birds found in Kilauea on the north side of Kauai. There are many endangered species of birds found on Kauai, most importantly, the state bird, the Nene. The Na’Pali Coast, and surrounding Pacific Ocean is the perfect habitat for seabirds. By travelling long the Na’Pali Coast, we are able to get a glimpse at the lives of these free flyers. The largest of the seabirds on Kauai, but smallest of its family is the Black-footed Albatross or Ka’upu. It can be seen on the ocean during daylight hours, hunting for fish eggs, squid, and crustaceans. This bird hunts alongside other types of birds, towering over with its 6-7ft wingspan. The black-footed Albatross is easily recognizable by a white band around its long, dark beak. The bird’s plumage is typically completely dark-gray to black, but some Black-footed Albatross have white tail feathers. From November to May, the birds nest near beaches. In monogamous pairs, they share the duty of incubating a single
Taking Flight Over the Na Pali The Na ‘Pali Coast is filled with wonder and mystery. There are miles of unexplored valleys and waterfalls. The scenery is constantly changing, with cliff sides collapsing, and coastlines eroding.
Sea Turtles in Kaua’i Waters Gracefully gliding through the ocean current, the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle or honu, is one of the oldest, and most beloved creatures in the Hawaiian Islands. Weighing up to 400 pounds, the Green Sea Turtle possesses unique habits that set it apart from the other two species of sea turtle seen in the warm Kauai waters. However, all sea turtles' lives begin the same way: by dangerously scurrying from their sandy nest into the open ocean. Always fighting to survive, these reptiles are one of the most mesmerizing to spot floating around the island of Kauai. It is most common to see Green Sea Turtles in the Hawaiian Islands, but Leatherback and Hawksbill Sea Turtles also roam these waters. Green Sea Turtles have a more interesting relationship with land than the other two, and that is their biggest difference. Generally, nesting female turtles are the only turtles that go on land. Green Sea Turtles, however, can be seen lounging on rocks and beaches for hours at a time. They do this to warm their shell or to avoid sharks.The different species of sea turtles in Kauai waters also differentiate by their eating habits. Leatherbacks and Hawksbill turtles are carnivorous, eating jellyfish, sponge, and other soft invertebrates. The Green Sea Turtle has a unique feeding pattern. It begins its life as a carnivore and later switches to an all-plant diet, eating algae and sea grass. Life for sea turtles doesn’t only consist of lounging and floating around. Sea turtles are constantly in danger. After baby turtles hatch, they work together to raise their nest out of the hole they have been incubating in for two months. There are about 110 baby turtles, and as soon as they start to make their way to the ocean, it’s
Sea Turtles in Kaua’i Waters Gracefully gliding through the ocean current, the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle or honu, is one of the oldest, and most beloved creatures in the Hawaiian Islands. Weighing up to 400 pounds, the Green Sea Turtle possesses unique habits that set it apart from the other two species of sea turtle
