Kauai is a safe place for children. Enjoy many family-friendly, life-guarded beaches, surf lessons, snorkeling, Surf Schools, easy hiking trails, parks, and playgrounds. This tropical island boasts mild temperatures year round with short driving times from one destination to the next.
Most Kauai Activities allow children, some of course, to be restricted by age, such as horseback riding, zip-lining, and Scuba diving. If your children are not entirely up to speed for the high adventure activities, don’t worry there is no shortage of substitutes.
Many places cater to children, including Lydgate Beach Park and Kamalani Playground, a spectacular community-built play structure with slides, swings, bridges, and many fun hiding places entertaining them for hours.
Sailing off the Na Pali or a whale watching tour during the winter months is an unforgettable activity for kids and families and an educational experience on marine life and Hawaiian history. One of the top activities for families is the Mountain Tubing Activity, inner-tubing along the mazes of historic plantation irrigation flutes, or treat yourself to a relaxing historical Kilohana Plantation Train Ride.
Boogie Boarding, snorkeling, or taking a Surf Lesson is an activity the whole family can enjoy. Rent your boogie board by the day or week, and you will quickly catch the wave fever. Always choose life-guarded beaches and always take precautions during any ocean activity.
The Kauai Coastal Path is a picturesque and safe place to rent bikes and explore. Tandem bikes, beach cruisers, child carriers, adult and children-sized bikes are available to rent.
Along the Kauai Coastal Path, you will find many choices for picnic spots, beach exploring, and facilities that offer showers and restrooms along this 4.1-mile scenic coastline.
Try your swing at the new Mini Golf in Kilauea this is a a fun family outing designed around a botanical garden with native plants. You can also grab a quick bite to eat and treat yourself to a tropical fruit Sherbert after your game. Kauai Geo-caching is a free activity for kids that incorporates hiking and exploration, a worldwide treasure hunt using GPS, and landmark clues.
Another fun activity for kids is visiting the Na Aina Kai Botanical Garden, a special children’s garden. Fun mazes, shallow wading pools, tree houses, and rainforest jungles are just a few magical activities you will find there.
With countless things to do on Kauai, you won’t have to worry about your kids being bored. You just have to start planning your next trip before you even leave.
Kauai Hotels and Resorts cater to families with children, from elaborate beach entry pools, water slides, and kid day camps. Many families choose the more convenient and cost-saving route of a Kauai Vacation Home, condo, or rental cottage. Having your own kitchen and laundry facilities makes vacationing easier.
Kauai overall is a casual, safe, and family-friendly place to vacation. Whether you live on Kauai, plan on visiting with children, or have already booked your Vacation, Kauai activities are for kids and families of all ages.