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Kauai Secret Falls Guided Kayak Tour - 7am or 12pm
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From $156.89 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Aloha! Welcome to the Wailua River's most popular tour. Paddle the majestic Wailua River, which is the only navigable river in Hawaii. This peaceful river winds through a tropical garden paradise of abundant palms, ferns, flowers, and wildlife. Paddle past Kamokila Village, where the opening scene from the movie, Outbreak, was filmed. It is also a cultural village depicting the Hawaiian civilization back in the 17th century. Soon after, you will come to the North Fork where you will paddle leisurely through the Garden Isle's most beautiful jungle river until you come to the trail head for Secret Falls. Enjoy a moderate hike through the Wailua rainforest, the original home of the first Hawaiians, who paddled from the Marquesas Islands to Kauai almost 1500 years ago. Hear the legends and learn about the flora and fauna of Kauai's most sacred area. The final portion of your hike is to the enchanting Uluwehi Waterfall, which descends 120 feet into a natural pool surrounded by rocks and vegetation. Take a refreshing dip and play in the pool which was once only reserved for a king! Tours go out rain or shine. In the event of extreme inclement weather, tours will be re-scheduled.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Paddle the majestic Wailua River, which is the only navigable river in Hawaii
- Explore a tropical garden paradise of abundant palms, ferns, flowers, and wildlife
- Paddle past Kamokila Village, where the opening scene from the movie 'Outbreak' was filmed
- Paddle leisurely through the Garden Isle's most beautiful jungle river
- Enjoy a moderate hike through the Wailua rainforest
- Take a dip in the cool water below Uluwehi Falls
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Kapaa
Kayaking at Kauai.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Marina parking fee Ocean Zest Double Kayaks with supportive seats, lightweight aluminum paddles and children’s paddles. Each kayak has life jackets and drybag backpack. We do offer one single kayak for people traveling alone. Deli lunch & bottled water.
Not Included
Entry fee per guest for non-residents: $5 per person (Must be paid by credit card when entering Wailua Marina)
What to Bring
Credit Card to pay non-resident entry fees Comfortable shoes (hiking boots or hiking sandals: Tevas, water shoes, tennis or running shoes, NO crocs/flipflops) Light comfortable clothing Wear a swimsuit under your clothing Bring towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and rain gear All visitors should carry an extra bottle of water while on the island You may wish to bring an extra set of clothes to leave in our van Bring the camera and your sense of adventure !! Don't forget extra film (each kayak has a watertight compartment)
Restrictions
Participants should be comfortable in the water, enjoy hiking and be in good physical condition. Expect about 4 miles of paddling and just over one mile of hiking. Trail conditions can be muddy and slippery at times. No bad knees/back/ankles/shoulders/hips, No recent surgeries and No balance issues. They need to be able to climb roots and rocks, and they must be able to bend. Must be able to walk 1.5 miles & kayak 60-90 minutes. 24-hour notice is required for cancellation; 72 hours notice is required for groups of 6 or more passengers. 100% penalty charge strictly enforced. There are no Wailua River guided tours allowed on Saturday &Sundays.
Meeting & Pickup
Pickup is not included. Please meet us at 440 Aleka Place, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746. We're located behind Coconut Marketplace in the Islander on the Beach Hotel parking area next to Johnny'z Wingz N Tingz. You can check in at Snorkel Depot.
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please indicate your Lunch choice for each guest. Options: Turkey, Ham & Cheese, Veggie
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2021-10-05
1.00 / 5
Not good. They made us drag our kayaks to the river, kayak part was ok, the hike listed as moderate was anything but. Joanne could not do it. Climbing up rugged terrain in mud. Then we had to load the heavy tandam kayaks onto the trailer...so
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