Is it safe to hike alone in Kauai?

Solo Hiking in Kauai is Safe but Can Be Challenging Solo hiking in Kauai is safe in terms of wild animals. The only potential problem is wild boars and I'm told they're inclined to stay away from you. They have no bears and no snakes.



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While it is very common on the Hawaiian Islands to go barefoot or wear flip-flops (locals call them slippers), you should never spend the day at the Polynesian Cultural Center or any of the many outdoor activities across our island without the proper footwear. Make sure you wear some good walking shoes or sneakers!

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In 2020, of the 1,277 Index Crimes reported: • Property crimes accounted for 84.8% (1,083). Violent crimes accounted for 15.2% (194). Kauai County's total Index Crime rate in 2020 was at its lowest level on record since the start of statewide data collection in 1975.

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The island of Kauai in Hawaii is vulnerable to coastal hazards such as hurricanes, tsunamis, and erosion, and rising sea levels are expected to exacerbate these hazards.

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Flip-flops should be fine, regardless of where you will go in Hawaii. In fact, some high-end restaurants will allow guests to wear a pair of flip-flops. But some restaurants have dress codes, so it is best to call in advance to find out the most suitable clothing to wear when going for a fancy dinner.

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in short-shorts and that red aloha shirt (forever a classic). In Hawaii, you will see all the above and everything else under the sun! Literally, anything goes. I have been at a dinner show in dressy casual attire, while people next to me were in jeans and t-shirts, and the folks on the other side were in formal wear.

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Common Items from Hawaii NOT ALLOWED into the U.S. Mainland or Alaska
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables, some exceptions are those listed below as permitted.
  • Berries of any kind, including fresh coffee berries and sea grapes.
  • Cactus plants or cactus plant parts.
  • Cotton and cotton bolls.
  • Fresh flowers of jade vine, and Mauna Loa.


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