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Should I rent a car in Kauai?

My husband and I just booked five nights in Kauai for our anniversary. We’ve got a tour scheduled for one day, but we want to sightsee on our own after that. Is public transportation adequate or should we rent a car?

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Amber Reed · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You’ll definitely want to rent a car in Kauai. It’s a small island that’s easy to get around, but public transportation is limited, and using a rideshare service can cost a fortune. You can find all the major rental car companies along the main road to the airport, including Discount Hawaii Car Rental, which offers some of the island’s cheaper options.
Rental cars are in high demand on Kauai, so be sure to do the following:
  • Reserve your car as early as possible. Prices start to go up the closer you are to your travel date, and you might even have trouble securing the car you want if you wait until the last minute.
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