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
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
Options
12:45PM
12:45PM
7:00 AM
Option 1: 4 - 5 hour GUIDED WAILUA RIVER KAYAK TOUR
Reviews
1,385 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour!!
I1134TDkevinc,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brain was a pleasure to be with. His knowledge of the island and the history was amazing. Great guide! Best tour we have been on.
Zach was an outstanding...
Kim G,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Zach was an outstanding guide! Very knowledgeable of both flora and fauna. Very gracious with encouragement. Loved the bird he calls during the hike. It was special.
Great adventure for anyone!
Robert O,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lead by Makayla. She saw that everyone was safe and able to make both the kayak and walking trip safely. She's a great tour guide. Weather was clear and dry, she ensured we were comfortable throughout the entire venue.
Kayak Zack is the BEST!
Laurie D,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a wonderful trip. If you’ve never paddled a kayak it may be slightly challenging. We own kayaks and use them as often as we can, but paddling non stop for a couple miles is hard on the arms! Zack made the whole trip interesting and enjoyable. The “not so secret” Secret Falls were so worth the paddling and mud trekking hike. I commend Zack for providing hiking sticks, he is the smartest guide out there! Oh, and he talks to animals too!
Fantastic
Karen R,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very muddy due to the rain, definitely need close toed shoes not sandals. Our guide Zach was fantastic! The highlight of our ten day tour....
10/10 kayak & hike - worth it!
Logan J,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience with “Zack the Kayak” guy! We had a blast celebrating our 5-year anniversary, will definitely be back!
Kayak and Hike to the falls!
Matthew H,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kayak Zack was a terrific and patient guide. All about safety and making sure everyone in the group is having a great experience. We had a special needs adult with us and he could not have been nicer. Walking sticks provided and necessary! Some walking through the river on stones. Wear good trail shoes that you don't mind being soaked in. I wore a bathing suit. Perfect choice. Kayaking for about 2 miles. Hiking through the jungle to the falls for a little less than 2 miles. You can do this!
Grattitude
Kathie M,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We weren't able to go because of the high winds. The trip was canceled but the operators and Brian took our number and reached out with updates to see if we could get in with another group. Brian was really concerned about our safety. That's a five star to me!
So fun!
Page W,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a perfect activity. Bring mud friendly shoes and a camera. Absolutely beautiful. Zach our guisexwas the best
Trail can be muddy and...
Melissa C,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Trail can be muddy and slippery so plan to wear shoes that can get muddy and a pair to change into after. Great experience and beautiful hike! Our guide Zach was amazing!
From US$140.00
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