Even among the Hawaiian islands, Kauai stands out for the natural beauty of its sculptured cliffs, cascading waterfalls, quiet lagoons and pristine beaches. Mount Waialeale rises over 4,500 feet above the Pacific. Usually wrapped in mist, this peak is one of the wettest places on Earth. It's rivers and streams nourish a phenomenal abundance of trees, flowering plants and exotic birds, many species of which cannot be found anywhere else.

Much of the island remains untouched by human development, and you can explore it by foot, boat, plane or helicopter. The great Waimea Canyon, the rocky Na Pali Coast, and the beautiful Hanalei Valley offer breathtaking vistas. Or you can simply drive or stroll through whispering palm groves, rolling hills and quaint villages. Wherever you go on Kauai, the lush beauty of the island is with you and will linger in your memories year after year