Two final destinations not to be missed are Waimea and Polihale Beach, both on the west side of Kauai. Waimea Canyon, 3,600 feet deep and ten miles long, is often compared to the Grand Canyon. Layers of colored rocks in red, blue, green and purple represent a different volcanic eruption and subsequent lava flow. The end result is a multihued watercolor painted by nature.
Polihale Beach, the most western point in the United States, boasts some of the most spectacular sunsets in the world. It's often overlooked by visitors because it is only accessible by an untended sugar cane road. But miles of unspoiled beach and unrivaled tranquility make this area well worth a visit. |
