The Aloha Pledge

“Children of Kaua‘i, I pledge to always live the spirit of aloha as I visit your special home.

I will take time to learn about the Hawaiian people and culture.

I will preserve and protect your home and will engage with the people, places, and wildlife in a kind and respectful way.

I will give fish and other wildlife space. I understand feeding marine life can damage their health and disrupt behavior. I will stay off the reef. I understand that even barely brushing coral can kill an entire colony.

I will give space to the fishermen so I do not scare the catch away. I understand the fishermen feed their families this way. I will only use “reef-safe” sunscreens and bug repellents, free of oxybenzone and parabens to avoid ocean and water contamination.

I will only stay in legal, licensed visitor accommodations.

I will look for welcoming signage letting me know that an area is public and safe and I will always obey appropriate signage for the safety of myself and others. I will buy flowers and produce from the store or a farmers market and will not pick them from someone’s yard.

I will clean and decontaminate all of my footwear and hiking gear with 70% alcohol or a 10% bleach solution to prevent Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death and stop other invasive species from spreading.

I will protect special places by never geo-tagging them on social media.

I will always leave places the way I found them. I will pack my trash and will even pick up the trash of others I may pass along the way.

I will not stack rocks or take apart rock walls as it is offensive to Native Hawaiians.

I will always share aloha, kindness, and respect as I enjoy this special experience with others.” alohapledge.com

Follow The Signs

There is so much natural beauty to discover on Kaua‘i, so please take steps to ensure that you explore it in the best way possible by observing all posted signs and markers.

Driving

On Kaua‘i, we drive with aloha. We take it slow, avoid unnecessary honking and give others space. Please do your part when visiting by being cautious and courteous when pulling over to sightsee, being sure to move completely off the road. Kaua‘i roads are narrow and U-turns should be avoided. It’s a good idea to check your route for road closures before leaving, and always avoid driving on unpaved roads.

Exploring

Kaua‘i’s mountains, valleys, waterfalls and canyons are amazing to see up close. To keep them that way, we ask for your help in minimizing your impact by observing trail markers and staying on designated paths. Please be sure the area you are exploring is not on private property. When hiking, wear appropriate footwear, and attire and bring lots of water. Know the weather conditions before embarking on any hike and never hike alone.