Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Hike With Lunch
Overview
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5 hours
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Enjoy an idyllic kayaking and hiking adventure on Kauai’s Wailua River. Paddle down the tranquil river and admire the lush jungle landscapes on shore. Your guide will lead you on a hike to a remote waterfall, where you can soak in the splendor of this peaceful and picturesque spot. Go for a swim in the pool and the streams that lead from the waterfall before heading back to your starting point. A deli made lunch, beverages, pineapple and drybag is also included
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‘s Included
Guide(s) State certified and trained in water safety.
Water resistant bags
Double sit on top kayaks
Walking sticks
CALL/EMAIL LUNCH CHOICE BEFORE TOUR DATE: Deli sandwich (turkey, ham, salami, veggie or PBJ) otherwise we default to a turkey.
Bring your own bottle or container. We provide cold filtered water at our store location.
Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) i.e. life preservers.
Hawaiian assorted chips, fresh baked cookie and cut pineapple
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 acceptions 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.
Options
1:00 PM
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11:30 AM
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7:45 AM
9:00 am
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Reviews
764 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great trip - worth every penny!
Danielle Y,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband and I had a great time. Lindsey was an awesome tour guide. The trek was worth it, though I would say wear hiking sandles or some other sturdy shoe you can walk through water in. The tour company was great with the food and able to accommodate gluten-free and dairy-free dietary needs. Do bring a good size water container - you'll want it!
Great kayak and hike!
Pamela R,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Anya was our guide and she was absolutely amazing! So knowledgeable, kind, and a great guide. We learned so much from her. Wear good water shoes and take them up on the offer to use a walking stick!
Great experience. Would...
William H,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Would never have found falls without tour guide. Lunch being provided a big plus. Tour guide was amazing
Kayak and hike and kayak again
I6024VGkenf,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. Hike to the waterfall was the highlight. Annie was a good guide. Great that they supplied plenty of drinks and food.
Jay was an awesome guide!...
Sarah S,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jay was an awesome guide! We even got an ecology lesson about the plants. We weren’t rushed, got to enjoy the day and have a bakery lunch together at the waterfall.
Fun Kauai Adventure
Kathy A,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very fun day with kayaking, hiking and swim and lunch at the waterfall. Jay did a great job navigating different skill levels and clearly loves his job and Kauai.
We enjoyed our experience...
Darcy D,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00We enjoyed our experience on the Wailua River. Our guide, Annie, was a rock star. Be prepared to get muddy and wet!
Our tour guide Annie...
Jamie P,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Annie legit made this experience!! Her commentary and stoke was throughout the whole trip was hilarious! The kayaking was very enjoyable and the picture spots were on point. The hike to the waterfall was an adventure and so worth it! Highly recommend doing this experience.
Great trip!
H857UWhelenh,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Lindsey did a great job leading our afternoon kayak and hiking tour to Sacred Falls. She was attentive, welcoming, upbeat, knowledgeable, and resourceful at leading our group through the changing weather situations. The rainfall earlier in the day had resulted in canceled morning tours because of river and trail conditions, but Lindsey kept an eye on the conditions and kept us safe throughout the afternoon tour, and we were rewarded with a memorable, fun and beautiful trip. Thanks, Lindsey!
Moderate Jungle experience
Ski S,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Had a great guide, Lindsey was knowledgeable and friendly.. we arrived just after a pretty good rainstorm so the river was high.. dismounted from kayaks in waist deep water and tied off to a log.. the water was pretty murky so footing was a bit rough.. the trail is pretty good until about the last quarter mile.. lots of ankle deep mud and some pretty rocky areas.. we did this hike in the spring and it was a whole different experience… this trip after the rain is not for the faint of heart.. while I enjoyed it my wife was not so fond of it. If you go be sure to wear a solid pair of hiking shoes.
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