Activity and some food costs

Question

We’re wrapping up our 2 weeks here on Kauai - return home Tuesday afternoon. I thought I’d share some costs of activities that we did and some food over the last couple weeks. We ate almost all breakfast and some lunch at the condo. I cooked dinner on only 2 nights. Hopefully this is helpful.

Kipu Ranch Adventure Tour. $233/pp

Haena State Park Access (shuttle) $40/pp

Golf at Hokuala and Makai golf courses $250/round

Visit to Waimea/Koke’e $10/car + $5/pp

Anaina Hou Kalipikani food + show $59/pp

Golf at Wailua GC $100/round

Snorkel rental at Boss Hogs $12/pp per day

Hike to Sleeping Giant and Ho’Opi’i falls - FREE

Lawai and Poipu Beach - FREE

Hanalei Town, Bay and Pier - FREE

Sunsets at the Beach House - FREE

Turtles and monk seals at Poipu and Salt Pomd

Beaches - FREE

Hanapepe Friday Night Art Night - FREE

Some food costs - both store and restaurants

1 pint of milk for coffee $2.49

Safeway fresh bakery bagels $1.19/ea

Ahi poke Safeway $7.99/lb

2 liter soda $3.49

Dozen eggs $8.99

Ribeye steaks (Costco) $14.99/lb

Big Swell Beer $20-22/12-pack

Water (24 bottles) $5.99

Gas island wide $5.09/gal Costco $4.69/gal

Dinner out (2 adults w/drinks including tips)

Da Crack $45/meal

Stevenson’s Library $175 (2 rolls 1 salad, 1 top notch lobster appetizer)

Japanese Grandmas $150 2 rolls + tempura shrimp

Shrimp Station Waimea $40 - (2) two taco plates

Big Monster sushi truck Koloa $45 (2 rolls + tempura shrimp)

Beach House - happy hour $140 (3 appetizers shared, 2 signature drinks and 2 Happy hour drinks)

Breakfast at Happy Waves Koloa $50

You can see from above if you can eat at your lodging, particularly breakfast and lunch, you can save quite a bit of money eating out IS pricey.

Enjoy

Answer

Thank you for sharing this detailed summary of your Kauai trip costs! This is extremely helpful for anyone planning a visit, as it gives a realistic view of what to expect for activities, dining, and groceries.

Activity Costs:

Kipu Ranch Adventure Tour: $233 per person
Haena State Park Shuttle: $40 per person
Golf at Hokuala and Makai courses: $250 per round
Visit to Waimea/Koke’e: $10 per car + $5 per person
Anaina Hou Kalapikani dinner and show: $59 per person
Golf at Wailua Golf Course: $100 per round
Snorkel rental at Boss Hogs: $12 per person per day
Hikes to Sleeping Giant and Ho’Opi’i Falls: Free
Beach visits (Lawai, Poipu, Hanalei, Salt Pond) and sunsets at the Beach House: Free
Hanapepe Friday Night Art Night: Free

Grocery and Food Costs:

Milk (pint for coffee): $2.49
Fresh bakery bagels (Safeway): $1.19 each
Ahi poke (Safeway): $7.99 per pound
2-liter soda: $3.49
Dozen eggs: $8.99
Ribeye steaks (Costco): $14.99 per pound
Big Swell Beer (12-pack): $20–22
Bottled water (24-pack): $5.99
Gas: Island-wide $5.09 per gallon, Costco $4.69 per gallon

Dinners Out (2 adults including drinks and tips):

Da Crack: $45
Stevenson’s Library: $175 (2 rolls, 1 salad, 1 top-notch lobster appetizer)
Japanese Grandmas: $150 (2 rolls + tempura shrimp)
Shrimp Station Waimea: $40 (two taco plates)
Big Monster Sushi Truck Koloa: $45 (2 rolls + tempura shrimp)
Beach House Happy Hour: $140 (3 appetizers shared, 2 signature drinks, 2 happy hour drinks)
Breakfast at Happy Waves Koloa: $50

Summary Advice:

Eating at your lodging for breakfast and lunch can save a significant amount, as dining out in Kauai tends to be pricey. Many activities, especially hikes and beaches, are free, while specialized tours, golf, and some dinner experiences are the main costs. Planning a mix of self-catered meals, free activities, and select paid experiences can help manage your budget effectively.

Overall, this breakdown is a practical guide for families or couples looking to balance budget and experience while enjoying Kauai.