Hiking Excursion to the Summit of Mount Nounou in Kauai

Sleeping Giant Mountain Excursion

Hike the summit of the mythical Sleeping Giant Mountain This exciting hiking excursion allows you to view the entire eastern half of Kauai! Guests will even get the chance to visit the Wailua River Valley's archaeological remains of Hawaiian ceremonial structures.

This diverse 4.5 mile point to point traverse over Sleeping Giant (Nounou) Mountain is a surprisingly rich learning adventure. Trek through dense forests of native and exotic plants to a grassy picnic site near the 1,250-ft summit for panoramic views of the entire eastern half of the island.

Focusing on Mt. Waialeale - one of the planet's rainiest places - learn how Kauai's geologic history controls its climate and its unique ecosystems. Once, the Wailua River region was the home of Kauai's ruling chiefs. Now, archaeological remains of the Wailua Heiau Complex (shrines and ceremonial sites) provide an excellent site to discuss the island's ancient history.

©2007 Judy Dillon

Tour Details:

• Hiking Rated Easy to Moderate

• 4.5 Mile Hike Up and Over Nounou Mountain Ridge

• 1,250-ft Summit

• Lunch, Snacks and Beverages Included

What's For Lunch?

• Lunch - Our lunches are first rate. We have sandwiches catered at the DALI Deli in Old Koloa Town. They use only fresh ingredients. If you have any dietary requirements or are a vegetarian, we will do our best to suit your needs.

• Drinks - Bottled water, Tropical Fruit Drinks, Sodas.

• Snacks - Granola Bars, Fruit, Cookies, Chips.

Kauai Poipu: 8.5 Hour - 4.5 Mile Hike - Sleeping Giant Mountain Excursion with Lunch
Daily at 8:30am

Departure Dates/Times:

Daily at 8:30am

Departure Point:

Transportation to and from hotels and other pre-determined locations in Poipu. Please provide hotel/pick-up location information upon time of order.

Discounts for Children and Seniors:

See rates for discounts for Children 7-12.

Payment:

Your credit card will be charged the total amount of products and services selected at time of booking. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover Card.

Confirmation & Travel Voucher

For every confirmed booking you will receive an e-mail with a link to your E-Ticket Voucher. Print vouchers on your home/ office printer. Please present this E-Ticket voucher at the Box Office. Only one voucher will be created per tour or activity for all travelers.

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©2007 Steven Putney

This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date. Your confirmation for this product will be received within 12- 24 hours subject to availability.

Cancellation and No Show Policy

Cancellations within 24 hours of the tour are charged in full. Cancellations prior to 24 hours are charged a minimum $10.00 per person administration fee. We charge for NO SHOWS. No Shows on tour dates are charged 100%. Some specific tours and activities have a higher cancellation fee due to the limited space available.

Recommended for all Nature Tours in Kauai: If you have a favorite day pack, bring it! Please don't forget SUNSCREEN. Depending on which hike you choose, a swim suit is a good idea, but not necessary. Don't forget your hat, sunglasses, and camera. Running shoes are acceptable, so are sport-sandals, but hiking boots are the best (the more ankle support the better!). We provide backpacks and raingear, but bring your own if you would like.

Weather: Tour route or activity may be changed depending on local weather conditions.

Lunch, Beverages and Snacks are Included. Gratuities and Souvenirs are not included.

Kauai Nature Tours and TourCorp Inc. assume no responsibility for delays caused by accidents, breakdown, bad conditions of roads, trails, bays, ocean, harbors, and any other conditions beyond control, in addition to insufficient numbers of passengers. Not responsible for loss or damage to property.

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