Kauai Movie Sites Tour: Opaekaa Falls & Kilauea Point

Waterfall, lighthouse and the places where Jurassic Park and Raiders of the Lost Ark were filmed

A guided tour of Kauai's most famous movie filming locations, traveling through rainforests and valleys to Opaekaa Falls, Hanalei Town and Kilauea Point. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with narration from a professional driver/guide who points out scenes from blockbuster films at each stop. Lunch in Hanalei is on your own; the tour runs six to seven hours and suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Kauai's highlights and movie sites

• View Opaeka'a Falls lookout points
• See scenic countryside and valley views
• Visit Kilauea Lighthouse Overlook
• Pass by Raiders of the Lost Ark filming site
• Pass by The Descendants movie location
• Explore historic Hanalei Town
• Stroll to Hanalei Beach and Pier
• Have lunch on your own in Hanalei

The Experience

The day starts with pickup at your Kauai hotel and heads into the island's interior, where the guide narrates the filming history as you pass through rainforests and mountainous valleys. You'll stop at Opaekaa Falls, a 151-foot waterfall that appeared in "Wackiest Ship in the Army" and "Blue Hawaii"—the lookout gives you a clear view of both the falls and the Wailua river below. The coach carries you to the mountainous region where "Raiders of the Lost Ark" was filmed, then on to Hanalei Town, a beachside community where you have time to browse shops, eat lunch on your own and walk to Hanalei Beach and Pier if you want.

From Hanalei, the route continues to Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, where the Kilauea Lighthouse Overlook opens onto sprawling views of a lava peninsula featured in "Lilo and Stitch." Another stop shows the location where a scene from "The Descendants" starring George Clooney was filmed. Throughout the tour, you'll watch film clips from the mini coach at each location, so you see the movie moment and the real place side by side. The air-conditioned vehicle and professional narration mean you're not navigating or researching on your own—the guide handles both the route and the context.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off at your Kauai location.
• narration by a professional driver/guide throughout the day.
• air-conditioned mini coach.
• film clips shown at each movie site location.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Polynesian Adventure Tours

Is this one for you?Skip the rental car and route planning—your hotel pickup handles the logistics while you visit the actual movie locations across Kauai's rainforests, waterfalls, and valleys in one guided day.

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Top questions

What's the 151-foot waterfall I'll see on this tour?

Opaekaa Falls is the main waterfall stop, visible from lookout points along the highway. It appeared in "Wackiest Ship in the Army" and "Blue Hawaii," and the tour includes views of the Wailua river from the same vantage point.

Do I have to eat lunch with the group, or can I choose where?

Lunch in Hanalei Town is on your own, so you pick the restaurant or café that appeals to you. The tour builds in time there for eating and exploring the shops and galleries.

Will I actually see the places where Jurassic Park and Raiders of the Lost Ark were filmed?

Yes—the tour stops at the mountainous region where "Raiders of the Lost Ark" was filmed, and Hanalei Town is where the famous dinosaur egg-change scene took place in Jurassic Park. The guide points out the exact spots and you watch film clips from the coach at each location.

Is this tour accessible if I use a wheelchair or need mobility help?

The tour is wheelchair accessible. Contact the tour provider at least seven days before your tour date to arrange any special accommodations or accessibility needs.

How long is the whole tour, and when does it start?

The tour runs six to seven hours from hotel pickup to drop-off. Your specific start time will be confirmed when you book based on your hotel location.

What's included in the price, and what do I pay extra for?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, the air-conditioned mini coach, professional guide narration and film clips at each stop are all included. Lunch and gratuities are not included.