Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
635-4020;
www.sport-fishing-kauai.com
; 4hr shared charter per person $219, 4hr private
charter per 6 passengers $595)
Captain Scott Akana is named by other fishermen as the is-
land's 'best' and a real 'pro.' Spectators ride at half-price. Its detailed website answers all
your questions and more.
Happy Hunter Sport Fishing
FISHING
(
639-4351;
www.happyhuntersportfishing.com
; 4hr private charter per 6 passengers $625)
Captain Harry Shigekane has 30 years' experience and sails a fantastic 41ft Pacifica.
Private charters only.
KAUAʻI SURF BEACHES & BREAKS
The Garden Isle is one of Hawaii's most challenging islands for surfers. On the
North Shore, a heavy local vibe is pervasive. With the St Regis Princeville Resort
overlooking the break, residents may be a bit more understanding of out-of-town-
ers in the water at
Hanalei
than at other North Shore spots - but surfing with re-
spect is a must. Between local resistance and the inaccessibility of the Na Pali
Coast, not to mention a sizable tiger-shark population, you may want to pass on
surfing the North Shore.
As a rule, surf tourism is relegated to the South Shore around Poʻipu. Chances
are good that you'll be staying in this popular area anyway, which is perfect, as
there are some fun waves to be had. Breaking best in the summer on south swells,
the most experienced surfers. First-timers can get their feet wet at the
Poipu In-
side
break near the Sheraton. At nearby
Brennecke's
, only bodyboarding and
bodysurfing are permitted - no stand up surfing.
On the Northeast Coast,
Unreals
breaks at Anahola Bay. It's a consistent right
point that can work well on an easterly swell, whenkona(leeward) winds are off-
shore.
Surfing lessons and board hire are available mainly in Hanalei and in Poʻipu. To
find the swells, log onto the Kauai Explorer (
Click here
)
website, which offers up-
dated reports to even the island's lesser-known beaches and breaks.
Tours
Safari Helicopters
HELICOPTER TOUR
