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Limahuli Garden and Preserve

5-8291 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, Kauai, HI 96714
808-826-1053
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Ranked #1 of 6 attractions in Hanalei
Type: Gardens
Activities: Walking
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

If you are at all interested in botany, the history of Hawaii, or a good setting for photos with misty mountain tops in the backdrop, this is your place. Not only that, the drive here is gorgeous and you'll probably be making the drive along the North shore anyway to visit the great beaches in the area (check out Ke'e... More

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Oahu, Hawaii
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This is a wonderful tropical botanical garden in Ha 'ena at the end of the road past Hanalei. It is well worth the drive especially because you will see some of the most gorgeous beaches and vistas in Hawaii as you are getting to the garden. The garden is meticulously maintained and the self guiding booklet is really nicely done.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Do not miss this if you are interested in gardens and the history of the plants and their cultivation in Hawaii. It is the most beautiful spot imaginable - right at the foot of "Bali High" - and the self guided tour includes a booklet explaining everything. The trail is well marked, easy to follow, and the vistas are spectacular.... More

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Palo Alto, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We brought our 8, 6, and 5 year old sons with us. Although most of the very few patrons are senior citizens and I was expecting boring, this was actually a fun experience for our kids. The various views of the ocean, mountains, and garden make for some great pictures and appreciation of the north Kauai landscape. The placards throughout... More

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Peoria AZ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

This was a day trip plan from our hotel in Poipu. We chose Limahuli, of several well reputed botanical gardens on the island, as it offered a self tour option. Our entry fee included a wonderful companion book with descriptions and stories of the flora and surrounding GORGEOUS scenery so I don’t think we missed out on a guide. The... More

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Anchorage, Alaska
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Lovely and educational, self guided tour is very easy with the booklet that is given to you at the gift shop. The lady at the gift shop is very knowledgable and helpful.

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Kronberg im Taunus, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

We did the self-guided tour since people on the guided tours are always much too slow for us ;-) The booklet you get is very helpful and informative, the setting is absolutely gorgeous with lovely ocean views (whales can be spotted during season) and of course Napali providing the backdrop. So, while you're enjoying yourself in the relaxing environment of... More

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Elias Calles, B.C.S. Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

These gardens are wonderful...take your time, take a stroll. The staff in the little shop were helpful getting us started, and we strolled for a couple of hours -- a delightful gorgeous time..a must-do for the gardeners out there.

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Vancouver Island, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

I have visited the other major botanical gardens on Kaua'i on previous visits and they're all gorgeous but this time I finally made it to Limahuli at the far end of the road from Hanalei. It is a really lovely setting in the greenest valley with a prominent ridge you may recognise (if you're old enough!) as the fabled Bali... More

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Burleson, Tx
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

You will see plants that are extinct in the wild. Some are the ONLY plants left on earth. This is not a flower garden but a working garden to save or reintroduce plants into Kauai. The Garden is very well laid out with lots of information signs. They even offer guided tours.

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