Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Guided Hike with Lunch
Overview
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5 hours
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Experience Kauai’s unforgettable Wailua River Kayak & Sacred Falls Hike—a 5-hour family-friendly adventure that combines serene river paddling, a rainforest hike, swimming beneath a 120-foot waterfall, and a fresh picnic lunch. This outing is ideal for active travelers looking to explore some of Hawaii’s most sacred landscapes in a fun and immersive way.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
WHAT TO BRING: Sun Protection, Light Shirt, Bathing Suit, Towel and a Change of clothes
Footwear for a trail that can be muddy, uneven surfaces and trekking through water (aqua shoes, teevas, or tennis shoes)no flip flops or crocs
Place your lunch choice: (turkey, salami, ham, PBj or veggie). Vegan and/or gluten free requests can be accommodated. Please be sure to notate if you require a vegan or gluten free meal.
The guide has the right to refuse service to any guests who appear to have any physical/health limitations or issues that could prevent the guest from completing the paddle or hike to the falls safely. We have a strict 24-hour non-refundable cancellation policy (48 hours required for groups of 6 or more).
Not recommended for travelers with knee, ankle, hip, shoulder or wrist problems/injuries. There is no refund for having to refuse anyone with these obvious limitations or not being able to complete any portion of the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
This five-hour guided tour is a wonderful waterfall adventure for the family (ages 6 to 60) combining idyllic paddling on the Wailua River and a hike to a remote bridal-veil waterfall. The Wailua River became the center of activity for early Hawaiians and is known as one of Hawaii's two most sacred places. At night, it is said that one can still hear ancient drums thunder in concert with the nearby surf The trail leading to our sacred waterfall is a beautiful "greenhouse" where flowers, brooks, and ferns abound. Swim by the waterfall and enjoy a fresh deli made lunch. The setting for this jaunt is tranquil and tropical, the pace is unhurried. We delight in sharing the peaceful, pastoral existence of ancient Hawaii with you. Come share the life and natural history of this mystical land and enjoy its great quiet with us! *Please be advised before booking this tour trail conditions can be slippery, with moving stream crossings, and muddy areas with uneven surfaces. We can make exceptions for folks over 60 who have no physical/medical limitations and are physically active and capable. The guide has the right to refuse service to anyone. You are the motor.
What‘s Included
Water resistant bags
Guide(s) State certified and trained in water safety
Guided River Kayak and Hike
Double sit on top kayaks
Call/Email prior with your selection: Deli sandwich (turkey, ham, salami, veggie or PBJ) otherwise default to a turkey
Walking sticks
Bring your own bottle or container - cold filtered water is provided at the store location
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) i.e. life preservers
Hawaiian assorted chips, fresh baked cookie and cut pineapple
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Options
9:00AM
11:30 am
7:45 AM
Reviews
780 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Take the tour!
Chad C,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome tour that was made even better by our excellent guide Harrison. Our entire family had a great time!
Fun rainy day! Guide Lindsey was great! Water shoes, hiking poles, and rain ponchos were key.
Tracy176,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time kayaking and hiking to the falls. The river was gentle and easy to paddle. Perfect for a cloudy day since the temperature was comfortable and it rained which was also nice. That said, it was very muddy and there were a few items of gear that were key- water shoes (got them from the little store at the check-in), hiking poles (very helpful for the mud and stream/river crossings, and rain poncho. If I had been planning to swim in the falls I would have definitely brought a change of clothes or dry swimsuit to hike back in (no private changing areas so must be strategic). Lindsey, our guide, was perfect- very nice, down to earth, knowledgeable, and helpful. We had a lovely time!
Equal parts muddy and awesome
Tour43210204546,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an awesome experience, would definitely recommend to anybody able-bodied enough to participate (do not underestimate the endurance and balance required). Lindsey was a great guide, so glad I was matched with her. A few tips: -Leave the hiking boots at home, you’ll be better served with water shoes -Think you’re too cool for a hiking stick? You’re not. I promise. When your guide offers one, simply say, “yes, thank you.” -If traveling during a rainy season, prepare to get muddy, but don’t let that deter you!
Awesome Experience. A Must Do!
Kikithomp28,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Lindsey, was fantastic! She was very personable and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. The kayaking was much easier than we anticipated, and the hike, while a bit slippery in spots, was moderately challenging and very enjoyable. We loved having lunch and taking time to soak in the beauty of the waterfall. We thoroughly enjoyed our day and would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone.
Kayak and hike
JFoCop,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an awesome time with Harrison as our guide. It was a muddy mess after the rain they had but it was a great way to start the New Year off right. Harrison was very knowledgeable of the history and nature. I would highly recommend this tour with your family. Dry bag was provided, lunch was yummy, I would recommend not wearing anything white and wear closed toe shoes you don’t mind ruining just incase it’s super muddy.
Kayaking was beautiful. ...
LISA B,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Kayaking was beautiful. After getting used to it we did okay as we had very little experience kayaking. The guide Harrison was very friendly and knowledgeable and did warn us about how muddy the hike would be due to all the rain so we knew what we were getting into. It was actually less than expected. Good footwear or water shoes are a must. We bought some at Walmart for $10 and they were perfect. The hike through the forest area was slippery at points but everyone took there time and no falls or injuries. The waterfall was fantastic, no cell service there it was so peaceful. Really enjoyed this experience.
Great day adventure in Kauai!
bethg722,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lindsey was a great guide! A dry bag was provided for our things (thankfully no mishaps!) and it was a nice day on the water and a beautiful hike! Good exercise but not super strenuous.
Exceptional Time on Wailua River
Jahlial S,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The river was beautiful, the trip there and back just the right amount of time spent paddling, our time at the waterfall was serene, and Lindsey was an exceptional tour guide. We learned so much from her, she took some photos for us, as our phones were tucked away safely in our dry bags, and paced everything perfectly.
This was all what we had...
Hollie M,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was all what we had hoped for. Our guide was full of knowledge and patient with everyone. The hike was not too difficult. Having the walking sticks were helpful. Definitely an enjoyable day.
Great use of a day on Kauai - be ready to be active
David B,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is an excellent use of a day on Kauai, if you want to experience something natural and active. It would be easy for people to underestimate the level of activity involved... it is a pretty active outing. The hiking trail is not overly strenuous, but it is challenging due to mud, rocks, roots etc. But fun ! Our guide Lindsey was a great partner on the trip. Very informative, and really engaging and fun. Just the right level of interaction, and conversation.
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