Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide
Overview
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5 hours
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Explore Kauai on a family-friendly guided kayaking and hiking tour of the Wailua river valley and Uluwehi falls a.k.a. Secret Falls. A professional tour guide will take you paddling through some of Kauai's most sacred waterways and hiking through some of the most beautiful lush tropical forest Kauai has to offer sharing myths, legends and some Hawaiian history all the way to Secret Falls.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We depart immediately after check-in so no late arrivals will be permitted
Not recommended for participants with recent back, knee or ankle injuries
No open wounds
Participants must be in good physical condition and able to hike approximately two miles through rocky, muddy and slippery terrain
Must wear shoes that are secure to your feet. No flip flops.
Please bring plenty of water.
Other recommended items to bring: swimsuits, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, snacks, and a towel.
Ziploc bags should be used for cell phones or cameras that are not waterproof
No alcohol
Age restriction is 13-69
Customer will pay Hawaii State fee of $5 per person and $10 per car
Not recommended for travelers with recent knee, ankle or back injuries
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Secret Falls (Uluwehi Falls)
Beautiful 100 foot waterfall where you will swim, take pictures, enjoy snacks and relaxing time
Wailua River State Park
Marina location
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Professional guide
All activities
Use of backpack style dry bag
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Drinking water
Hawaii State Park fee $5 per person Plus $10 per car
Options
12:45PM
12:45PM
7:00 AM
Option 1: 4 - 5 hour GUIDED WAILUA RIVER KAYAK TOUR
Reviews
1,435 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must experience
Silvia S,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was beautiful, informative tour and a great workout! The guide was funny and knowledgeable. The views were breathtaking.
Can be a very muddy hike...
Julie T,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Can be a very muddy hike but we were blessed with sunshine and dry pathways. Our guide Mikayla was the best! It made for a perfect day!
Mikayla was a great guide...
Doris P,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Mikayla was a great guide she keeps us entertained with a lot of knowledge of the area and mountains. Always checking on us if we are ok and need anything. Was very punctual!
Kayaking and Hiking in Kauaii
Kathleen E,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The kayaking down the Wailua river and the hike to Secret Falls were amazing! Our guide Brian provided assistance to participants as needed and was very informative and entertaining. His assistance, along with my hiking poles and previous hiking experience in the west made this experience very doable for me, even at 73.
Best excursion in Kauai
Megan T,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommend booking this tour! Our guide Zach was not only personable and energetic but brought a wealth of information about Kauai and the forest we hiked thru to get to the waterfall. The scenery was beautiful as we kayaked to the trail head and beyond. The waterfall itself was absolutely stunning. We got to enjoy a nice swim, photos and snacks we brought before heading back to our kayaks. I even got to feed a worm to a bird that he always sees on the hike!
Zack was great. The...
Barbara M,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Zack was great. The equipment was good but the island has so much beauty that the area we hiked was disappointing.
Fantastic experience with Mikayla
Tori W,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on our kayak and hike adventure. Mikayla was an amazing tour guide and kept everyone safe. The weather was perfect too!
Absolutely perfect experience!
Heather P,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mostly moderate with some “more than moderate” spots on the hike, a great paddle up and back, and totally worthwhile experience. Our tour guide McKayla, had a wealth of knowledge about local plants, eateries, and history, and was really fun!
Tandem sit on top kayaks and multi texture hiking
Diane C,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The hike involves climbing through large rocks, giant tree roots, fording at least three streams with currents, to see a beautiful high waterfall. This was advertised as 4-5 hrs, but allow 5-6. We had a perfect day and just made 5 hrs with a very short dip in the waterfall pool. We were in a small 7 am group and moved fast before other kayakers arrived too. Btw the morning groups are less hampered by water traffic. Saw wildlife and interesting trees too.
Best Guide!
Deborah C,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent guide- very entertaining and knowledgeable! Told us a lot about the area and history, safe!
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