About 5% of Kauai is above sea level.

Wainiha valley is the largest erosional valley at over 3000 ft deep.

There are 132 islands, reefs, and shoals that make up the state of Hawaii.

The State of Hawaii is about 1600 miles long, from the Big Island to Kure Atoll.

Hawaii is the world’s most isolated land mass, 2,400 miles from North America.

Hawaii has no native land reptiles or amphibans.

The deepest channel in Hawaii is the Kauai channel at 10,980 ft.

The highest point of Kauai is Kawakini at 5243 ft.

Kauai is about 5.5 million years old.

Kauai has 111 miles of coastline, half of which are beaches.

The first European to visit Hawaii was Captain James Cook, who landed near the Waimea river on Kauai on January 19th 1778.

Will I have some free time to explore the island, despite the intensive schedule of activities on the retreats?

Although our retreats are specifically designed and highly involved, there will be hours allotted in each day for personal recreation, exploration and one-on-one consultations with guides and healers.

Can someone with no camping experience sign up for the “Island Adventure”?

To enjoy and reap the benefits of our island safari, all you need are an open mind, a willing and joyful spirit and a love of nature. We provide the rest…setting up tents, preparing meals, planning events, and many more amenities to make your camping experience fun and full of memories.

It sounds like the days are just packed with adventures, what if you want to sleep in, are the daily yoga classes optional?

At Encounter Kauai we provide all of the necessary tools and adventures that transform your life and celebrate the moment. All of our activities are designed for participants, not just spectators. While your days will be busy and full, there will be ample time for thoughtful reflection, quiet solitude, and even naps. Each participant will be given a comprehensive daily itinerary and all group activities, such as Sunrise Yoga, will convene regularly with regard to the day’s scheduled events.

What sort of physical shape does the average participant have to be in order to attend the retreats?

The beauty of Encounter Kauai’s retreats is that they are formulated towards the guest’s personal agendas as well as a focus on group involvement. Our Athletic Empowerment and Wilderness Awareness retreats were designed for the more intrepid adventurer, but can be enjoyed and appreciated by all spiritual seekers alike. Our guides are professionally trained and have your safety and best interests at heart. By connecting with nature, you will learn to push through self-limiting perceptions while strengthening mind, body and spirit.

What sort of meal options and alternatives do you offer for guests with specialized diets? Vegetarian? Vegan?

Kauai is a tropical paradise where food literally falls at your feet. We utilize the freshest local, organic produce and consciously selected ingredients from the island in our gourmet food preparation. Most of our meals are living foods; smoothies, juices and dishes created with a minimum of processing and cooking to retain the essential living enzymes, vitamins and minerals. Occasionally, guests may enjoy fresh fish and other gifts from the ocean. Any special diets or allergies will be considered and guests will always be encouraged to participate in the exchange of energy in food prep and cooking.

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