Guided Secret Falls Tour with Snacks and Drinks

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Guided Kayak Adventure on the Wailua River

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6 hours
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Embark on a Garden Isle adventure with a half-day kayak trip on Kauai’s legendary Wailua River. Paddle through lush tropical landscape with a guide, passing a traditional Hawaiian village and learning about the river’s ancient, sacred history along the way. Feel like an island explorer as you hike to a sparkling waterfall.

Explore Kauai's only navigable river with a guide
Great way to experience the Garden Isle's lush scenery by land and by water
Learn about the Wailua River's importance to ancient Hawaiians
All kayaking equipment included

What's Included

Guided kayak tour
Double sit on top Ocean Zest Kayaks
PFD (Life jackets)
Water Resistant Dry Bags
Guide(s) State Certified with lifeguard, CPR and First Aid safety
Day Coolers- Bring a sandwich or light lunch and our coolers will keep it fresh throughout your tour!
Snacks
Bottled water

Gratuities
Hotel Pick Up or Drop Off
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

4-484 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
We are located inside the Coconut Marketplace. "Meet us under the Water Tower" at our new kiosk.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Get an early start to make the most of the fresh tropical morning, and meet your guide at the launch point near the Wailua River, Kauai’s only navigable waterway. Get outfitted with a provided kayak, paddle, and life vest, and store your belongings in a dry bag before setting off on the gentle currents.

Soak up the verdant jungle scenery and views of volcanic peaks in the distance on a 2-mile (3.2-km) paddle upriver towards the north fork. Feel transported back in time as you pass by the traditional huts of Kamokila Village and hear tales of the native Hawaiian people who once lived around and traveled the river more than 1,500 years ago.

Take a break from paddling to explore the rain forest by foot on a moderate hike to the Ulewehi Waterfall, where you’ll be rewarded with views of the majestic falls cascading 120 feet (36 meters) down a mountain cliff. Recharge with a refreshing swim in the cool jungle pool before heading back to the trail and paddling back on the Wailua.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 5 years old
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Trail conditions vary from super dry to very muddy depending on recent rain
Hiking sandals like Tevas or Keens, water shoes or sneakers (your feet will get wet & muddy).
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Nancy_P

Nathan was an amazing tour guide! I highly recommend this tour!! Kayaking was fun and the hike was even better!

Reviews

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More of a self kayak paddle than guided tour

Shari_F, Apr 2024

Hike to the waterfall was closed due to flooding. My husband and I enjoy kayaking so that was interesting. Did not get information from our guide as to the importance of the river to ancient cultures. He spoke a little about the flora but we were expecting a “guided” tour as the website states with much more information so that was quite disappointing. Maybe there would have been more history given on the hike.

Awesome

May_A, Apr 2024

We did the Secret Falls Kayak and Hije Tour. Our tour guide Ericson was great. He was very knowledgeable, funny, good vibes and very nice. Thank you for making this a wonderful experience for us!

Wonderful waterfall and kayak excursion!!

Michelle_B, Apr 2024

Our guide Levi was awesome!! He made sure everyone was safe and comfortable. He explained every step of the way from the beginning to the end. We had an amazing time!! Would highly recommend this excursion and Guide Levi to everyone 😀

Levi was an amazing...

Carrie_F, Mar 2024

Levi was an amazing guide. Breathtaking sights and such a great day all around. Not a hike for people who have lower body or serious health issues, but not too strenuous.

Worth it!!!

Sabrina_G, Mar 2024

Our tour guide Gabriel was awesome. He told us about native flowers, plants and history of the island. He even broke open a coconut our daughter found.

Amazing for a family trip

Tracy_A, Mar 2024

It was a spectacular kayak and hike, the waterfall is beautiful. Fine for our kids ages nine and 11 for kayaking, we had double kayaks so each kid shared with a parent. Hike cones walking through water so make sure to bring tevas or other water shoes with backstrap on your foot! Highly recommended

Kayaking and hike to the Secret Falls

John_S, Mar 2024

Nathan was a great guide! It was a picture perfect day and lots of fun! We loved the hike even though we were knee deep in water at times!

Loved it!!

Kali_C, Mar 2024

Levi was truly the best guide for this tour!! Throughout the hike, Levi made sure we understood the history and cultural of each step we took. He made sure our group enjoyed themselves!

Fabulous tour guide, great trip!

Lorelie_P, Mar 2024

Our tour guide was absolutely amazing! Gabriel was knowledgeable about the culture and nature. He had an amazing, fun, personality and although he probably has been on many tours, he made our group feel like it’s his first time! As for the trip… come prepared, bring your sandwich, have good shoes (closed toe is best, like keens that can get wet and are sturdy) for the hike, and enjoy the trip. If you are not in shape, just know that you are choosing an activity that requires 5 hours of kayaking and hiking. Amazing fun trip and falls were spectacular.

Senic Surprise

Joseph_R, Mar 2024

The beautiful hike and our knowledgeable guide John. John had good control of our group and was still very helpful.

Wonderful trip

Patrick_C, Mar 2024

Gabe, our guide talked didn't just lead on. He spoke about the history of the island, the river, some of the sacred places we were visiting and the plant life. Great amount of exercise

Secret Waterfall well worth it!

Joe_C, Mar 2024

Our guide Nathan was very knowledgeable, prepared and easy going. The kayak portion was easier than expected and the waterfall was amazing. Nathan would stop periodically and educate us on native plant life and history of Kauai. We were back before 1pm. I’m glad we chose the morning tour option because it started to warm up as we were finishing up. Great trip and definitely worth it.

Do it, but not through this company

Joseph_L, Mar 2024

Understand nothing is familiar, GPS is spotty and a lot of places you do not have service. GPS took us to a different location and we had trouble finding the place. We had to look up the name of the mall it was located. We left ridiculously early. Too early in all of our opinions. Due to lane closures which is frequent, traffic delays, and everything working against you. We made it 15 min later than check in and they were gone. They will not be accommodating. In fact, they will seem delighted to take your money for nothing in return. That was almost our experience, but worse. We met at the doc and barely made it on. They promised snacks and drinks, but because we were late we were punished with 5.5 hours of no water or snacks along with strenuous exercise. If you’re in shape, no problem. Dehydration is always a problem regardless and due to the sheer panic of loosing a lot of money to the unapologetic joyful ‘to do so’ voice, we left everything behind. We did not get water, nor snacks. Definitely do this experience, just don’t do it through this company.

Great experience!

Hannah_T, Mar 2024

It was such a great experience! Our guide was experienced and made this experience super fun & enjoyable.

Fantastic Tour

Nancy_P, Mar 2024

Nathan was an amazing tour guide! I highly recommend this tour!! Kayaking was fun and the hike was even better!

Fun excursion

Annekb66224, Mar 2024

Our guide, Levi would sing a prayer before entering certain areas of our journey. It was an awesome experience and added so much to the excursion.

I will book this tour again!

Kylie_L, Mar 2024

This tour was so amazing!! We loved being constantly surrounded by beautiful scenery. The hike and kayaking was the perfect mix of peaceful and adventurous. Our tour guide Gabe was outstanding! He was so personable and knowledgeable. I can’t recommend him enough. The only downfall was we had a flash flood warning and didn’t get to spend much time at the waterfall, so beware that does happen. But over all I would definitely book this tour to do again!!

Would recommend it

Liberty_S, Mar 2024

Physical activity for older adults with limited walking abilities. Tour guide Livi is great. The only that day who blows conch, added to tour highlights. I love it.

Nice experience

Sue_U, Feb 2024

Informative guide, beauty of River, nice hike, nice scenery, no stress , nice rounded tour with great guide

Beautiful, fun, and educational.

Cleome_R, Feb 2024

Our guide Nathan was extremely knowledgeable about the botany and history of the island. He engaged every member of the group with care and respect and was very inclusive. I would take this trip again.

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