
Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi
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4.5/5
Based on 20 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi worth booking?
Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi is a 2.7-hour experience in Kauai, United States, from $129 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 20 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (20)
- Duration
- 2.7 hours
- From
- $129 per person
This exciting and delicious walking tour will let you become part of Kauai’s beautiful community when you meet the chefs, business owners, and locals. Join our Hanalei Town walking tour for a fun day exploring the area
What you get
About this experience
This exciting and delicious walking tour will let you become part of Kauai’s beautiful community when you meet the chefs, business owners, and locals. Join our Hanalei Town walking tour for a fun day exploring the area on foot. We are excited to share the history of the town, the culture of Kauai, and the modern cuisines that are continuing to shape the people and the place today. Hanalei has survived natural disasters and the community has become on of the most resilient in Hawai’i. Since our tours are seasonal and based on fresh ingredients and availability, each experience is new in terms of what you get to taste and who you meet. You can count on a full afternoon of eating well and exploring what’s fresh and seasonal in Hanalei.
What's included
Included
- All food costs included
Not included
- Private transportation
What you'll see and do
Hanalei
Weʻll be visiting several local restaurants, cafes, and food trucks. All stops will be based on availability and seasonality. Introduce you to some of Kauai’s best chefs, farmers and restaurant owners and Tastings and stops vary with seasons and availability and Most dietary requests can be accommodated with advance notice
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kauai
The meeting point is at the Hanalei Taro Food Truck. Please look out for our tour guide.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meeting point is at the Hanalei Taro Food Truck. Please look out for our tour guide.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sun
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tasting Kauai
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 20 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
10 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
20 verified traveler reviews for Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Hanalei Food Tour
It was an enjoyable food tour. We only went to 3 places. Wish it was 5 places .... that's what we are used to.
via Tripadvisor
Loved the Hanalei Food Tour
Our guide Susan was great. She provided a lot of anecdotes about Kauai history during the tour, which I really enjoyed. She was also very attentive to dietary restrictions and likes/dislikes of her guests during the tour. I paid extra for a mai tai at Tahiti Nui and it was yummy with a very heavy dose of rum.
via Viator
Yummy for the tummy food tour!
Our tour guide made us feel like family. She shared history, other food places we might like in the area, and made us feel so welcomed.
via Tripadvisor
It was fun but there was...
It was fun but there was very little food for the price. Only three spots for food, the third just an appetizer, and dessert was very basic as you can get cream pie anywhere. I was under the impression we would get to taste multiple kinds of food. I could have gone to all three spots and had the same food for under 100$ for the three of us. This was pretty disappointing and I won't recommend to anyone to spend that kind of money for food tasting only if you want the experience which was mediocre as well. I was disappointed for sure.
via Viator
Great tour!!
We had some amazing food and learned a lot of history. Well worth the money!!! Susan is knowledgeable and fun
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kauai.
How much does Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi cost?
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Prices start at $129 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kauai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi take?
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Plan for about 2.7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kauai is not rushed.
Is Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 20 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kauai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kauai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kauai and add a light layer if any part of the 2.7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kauai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kauai?
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Kauai sells Na Pali Coast boat and helicopter tours, Waimea Canyon drives, tubing through old plantation ditches and Hanalei kayak trips. Ocean conditions shut down the north shore boat runs in winter, so cancellation terms matter. On Outty we rank every Kauai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Koloa Zipline in Kauai, Kauai: NaPali Boat Tour on the Amelia K, Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kauai?
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April to June and September to October, with calmest seas in summer. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kauai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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