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Half-Day Kayak and Waterfall Hike Tour in Kauai with Lunch

Half-Day Kayak and Waterfall Hike Tour in Kauai with Lunch

Overview

Rainbow Kayak Tours has been providing guided tours of the Wailua River for 20 years. Our experienced guides are well versed in the flora and fauna of the area, as well as the history of this incredible place.

City: Kauai

Wed 09 Apr

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Starting at $145.86

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Wed 09 Apr

Starting at $145.86

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Fresh handmade turkey sandwich, fruit and water included. To request for gluten free options or vegetarian, please contact our office at least 48 hours prior your tour date.

Tandem kayaks, paddles, back rests, dry bags

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
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
No Recent surgeries or bad knees/ankles/hips.
No pregnancies at this due to safety concerns.

What To Expect

Wailua River State Park

Paddle the majestic Wailua River for 2 miles each way (4 miles total round trip), original home of the first Hawaiians, who paddled 1500 miles from the Marquesas Islands to Kaua`i almost 1500 years ago. Hear the legends and learn about the flora and fauna of Kauai`s most sacred area.

Secret Falls (Uluwehi Falls)

After hiking 1 1/2 miles through the rain forest our guides will take clients to Secret Falls also known as Uluwehi Falls. This beautiful waterfall cascades 110 feet into a refreshing swimming hole, where they can go for a dip and enjoy a terrific lunch! You will then hike 1 1/2 miles back to your kayak (3 miles of hiking round trip). TRAIL CONDITIONS CAN VARY DEPENDING ON WEATHER. THERE WILL BE 4 RIVER CROSSINGS WITH LOOSE ROCKS IN RIVER BED THAT YOU WILL NEED TO CROSS AND UNPAVED TRAIL ON YOUR TREK TO THE WATERFALL. AND KEEP IN MIND YOU WILL CROSS THEM ON THE TREK BACK AS WELL. FOOTWEAR IS COMPLETELY SUBMERGED IN WATER DURING YOUR ADVENTURE. Bring Closed Toed Shoes / Reef shoes / Teeva Style Sandals

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (693)

Angela A

Jun 2019

We left on the 7am tour so it felt like our group was alone on the river. Our guide Thomas was the best. He shared so much knowledge with us and even presented our picnic lunch in a festive Hawaiian way. We also got some great exercise with the kayaking plus hike. The stop at the waterfall with a swim in the pool below was awesome!

Shawn M

Jun 2019

I took Rainbow Kayak Tours afternoon (12:30 PM) Kayak tour up the Waimea River to secret falls. This was a great tour and I was lucky enough to have Matt for my guide. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about Kauai. He was especially knowledgeable about the foliage on the island. I felt that Matt gave us good direction and good information throughout the tour. The Waimea river is rather calm (at least on the day of my tour, June 10) and so kayaking was very easy. I was in a solo Kayak and was a bit nervous that I would trail the rest of the group, but I actually somehow took the lead. The hike to secret falls is not too strenuous and mostly flat, so that would be pretty easy for most people too. Do bring water shoes as you will need to walk through a lot of water. In short, I highly recommend this tour and recommend Matt as your guide if you can get him.

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Apr 2024

A beautiful tour with the kayak and a great hike to the magnificent waterfall - super nice guide (a very hard-working young woman) who told us a lot about nature👍Overall a wonderful tour