|
 Long
before "eco-travel" became a popular
buzzword, the Island of Discovery, Kauai, was giving
visitors a true taste of Eden with her natural
paradise. Cloaked in brilliant shades of green,
Kauai lures visitors with her lush mountains,
verdant grottos, hidden beaches and shimmering
waterfalls. What has colored Kauai's reputation?
Water, of course. One spot on the island, Mt.
Wai'ale'ale, is said to be one of the wettest spots
on earth, with an average annual rainfall of over
450 inches.
Known as the
"Grand Canyon of the Pacific," Waimea
Canyon is just one of nature's masterpieces on the
island. Laced with miles of excellent hiking trails,
this 10-mile-long gorge offers an amazing show from
dawn to dusk, as its vivid palette of colors change
with the time of day. "Green" travelers
can also explore the many trails and isolated
beaches of the stunning Na Pall coast. |
