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Wailua River Secret Falls Guided Kayak & Hike Adventure 7:45am or 8:45am
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The Experience
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Secret Falls Kayak Adventure – Paddle, Hike & Discover Kauai’s Hidden Gem Duration: 5.5 Hours Difficulty: Moderate – Active Adventure Location: Wailua River, Kauai Ages: 5+ (Must be fit for paddling & hiking) Tour Overview: Get off the beaten path and deep into the heart of Kauai with this unforgettable guided kayak and hiking tour to the legendary Secret Falls (Uluwehi Falls). This adventure combines the best of Kauai’s lush beauty, rich history, and thrilling activity—perfect for travelers looking to get moving and see more. Start your journey paddling 4 miles round trip on the serene Wailua River, surrounded by jungle cliffs and tropical birdlife. Then tie up your kayak and set off on a 2.5-mile round-trip hike through the rainforest. Along the way, you’ll cross streams, walk muddy trails, and immerse yourself in nature as your guide shares fascinating stories about ancient Hawaiian culture. The reward? A breathtaking 120-foot waterfall cascading into a jungle pool—an unforgettable place to rest, snap photos, and soak in the magic of Kauai. Why Book This Tour: Paddle one of Hawaii’s most scenic rivers Experience a real jungle hike to a hidden waterfall Led by experienced, knowledgeable local guides Great for adventurous families, couples, and active travelers Small group sizes for a personal experience Good to Know: This is an active tour—you’ll be paddling, hiking through uneven and sometimes muddy terrain, and crossing streams. Guests should be in good health and ready for an adventure!
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Paddle through the Garden Isle’s most beautiful jungle river
- Hike through the Wailua rainforest
- Swim at the majestic 120 foot Uluwehi Falls aka Secret Falls
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
-Guests check-in at our kiosk. -Guide goes over safety and paddle instructions. -Load into van and drive to marina less than one mile away. -Paddle 2 miles on the Wailua River. (45 minutes one way) -Bank kayaks and begin 1.25 mile hike through lush forest. Guests are exposed to stream crossings, stepping over roots and rocks. Trail conditions can be muddy and slippery at times. (45 minutes one way) -Eat lunch and swim at waterfall. Bring a sandwich, we provide snacks and water. -Guests hike and paddle back to marina and we return to our check-in location at Coconut Marketplace.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Kapaa
Kayaking at Wailua River.
Continued
Kapaa
Hiking.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Dry bag back packs and day use coolers provided for every group.
What to Bring
Bring a light lunch and reusable water bottle Comfortable shoes (hiking boots or sandals: Tevas, water shoes, tennis or running shoes) feet will get wet and muddy. Light comfortable clothing Wear a swimsuit under your clothing Bring towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, bug spray
Meeting & Pickup
Meet at the Coconut Marketplace in Kapaa (east side) 4-484 Kuhio Hwy. Kapaa Hawaii 96746 45 minutes from Poipu (south side) 45 minutes from Princeville (north shore) 25 minutes from Lihue
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2025-05-04
5.00 / 5
We had a wonderful time on this tour. Levy was our favorite guide for our entire trip. His unique sharing of Hawaii culture by blowing in the conch shell and singing was amazing. Ohana = family. Loved it-highly recommend. Swimming under waterfall was incredible.
2025-01-05
4.00 / 5
Good hike and a good value. Great to get out on the water with the kids. Kayak experience is just the right length and the hike in was just right for our family. Wish we had a little more heads up on shoes; they need to be hiking shoes that you are willing to get wet. Teva sandals might work if you are used to it but do not bring new shoes. They will get soaked. I also wish the we had been instructed to use the restroom before we left because there was none at the transfer point. Walk well worth it. Fun.
2024-07-03
5.00 / 5
Nathan was our guide, and he did a great job for us. The trail to the falls is a bit of a challenge, as it is slippery when wet. The kayak paddle was very nice.
2022-08-10
5.00 / 5
Amazing time your guide Levi was absolutely amazing provided some great hawaiian culture
2022-08-10
5.00 / 5
Awesome views! The guide we had (Levi) was very knowledgeable and stayed true to Hawaiis roots!
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