The Nāpali Coast

The towering emerald cliffs, pristine beaches and hidden caves have made the Nāpali Coast a favorite backdrop over the years for blockbusters films, including Jurassic Park and Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.  

The distinctive geography of the Nāpali Coast continues to be formed by erosion caused by waves, streams and the roots of plants.

For visitors to the Hawaiian island of Kaua‘i, the stunning Nāpali Coast can be viewed by air and sea. Helicopter and boat tours each offer a unique way to experience the region’s iconic waterfalls and narrow valleys framed by razor-backed ridges made of volcanic rock. From Līhu‘e Airport, several operators offer doors-on and doors-off helicopter […]

The 11-mile trek through wet gulches and open ridgelines attracts hikers and trail runners with a sense of adventure from throughout the globe.