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Wailua River Kayak Tour: Explore Nature and History
4.8
663 Ratings
Kapaʻa
For two decades, Rainbow Kayak Tours has been offering guided excursions on the Wailua River. Our seasoned guides are knowledgeable about the local wildlife and vegetation, as well as the rich history of this remarkable location.
For two decades, Rainbow Kayak Tours has been offering guided excursions on the Wailua River. Our seasoned guides are knowledgeable about the local wildlife and vegetation, as well as the rich history of this remarkable location.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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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 Kauais most sacred area. - Secret Falls (Uluwehi Falls) -…
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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 Kauais 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
What's Included
- Lunch included
- Tandem kayaks with equipment
- Lunch included
- Tandem kayaks with equipment
What's Not Included
- Footwear - Bring Closed Toed Shoes / Reef shoes / Teeva Style Sandals. NO FLIP FLOPS OR CROCS
- Footwear - Bring Closed Toed Shoes / Reef shoes / Teeva Style Sandals. NO FLIP FLOPS OR CROCS
Additional Information
- No Recent surgeries or bad knees/ankles/hips.
- No pregnancies at this due to safety concerns.
- No Recent surgeries or bad knees/ankles/hips.
- No pregnancies at this due to safety concerns.
Location
440 Aleka Pl
Aleka Place
440 Aleka Place, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746. We're located behind Coconut Marketplace in the Aston Islander on the Beach Hotel parking area next to Johnny'z Wingz N Tingz. You can check in at Snorkel Depot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(663 Ratings)
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Elaine_g
Oct 5, 2024
Best kayak water falls hike I have ever taken. Simply breath taking - An amazing tour. Just perfect and the tour guide could not possibly get any nicer or more fun and informative
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Q8305dysaram
Sep 16, 2024
Beautiful adventure - We had so much fun on this tour. The kayaking is peaceful and the water calm. The hiking portion is easy enough for any ability. Secret Falls is beautiful! Trey, our guide, was quite knowledgeable and answered a variety of questions about local wildlife and island history.
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Wendy_h
Sep 11, 2024
A Really Fun Experience - Thomas our guide had a dry sense of humor that really had the group in stitches part of the time. The waterfall is beautiful and the trek there is a bit of challenge in places - tree roots and slippery rocks - but well worth it. As everywhere else in Kauai, there are chickens waiting for you (and possibly a bit of your lunch) at the falls.
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Shedevil77
Aug 26, 2024
Rainbows and Water - This was a very beautiful excursion. It was a little strenuous, and the hike in was at an accelerated pace led by the guide, but we made it and it was worth it. The sun coming over the waterfall displayed a rainbow that was amazing.
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Michael_b
Aug 25, 2024
Not so secret falls tour - Our guide Sierra was great. Native islander who conveys her passion for her culture and home. While you can do this trip on your own, the guide ensures your safety. During our tour an individual needed to be helicoptered out due to a fall.
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Debbie_w
Aug 23, 2024
Kayaking, hiking and swimming - Kayaking, hiking and swimming under a beautiful waterfall, what a perfect day! Will definitely do this trip again! Our guide Reed was wonderful, very knowledgeable and personable.
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Nicolh534
Aug 20, 2024
Amazing! - We already love kayaking but to do it in Kauai was amazing. Our guide Trey was so fun to talk to along the way. We would hands down recommend this tour!
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Sydneyniem
Aug 17, 2024
Such an adventure! - We had a great experience on this tour! It was hard work but worth it! Our tour guide, Shae, made the trip super memorable.
It's not as "secret" as I'd hoped it to be - there are lot of people going on tours to this waterfall. But the adventure of getting there was super fun and the waterfall was amazing! The lunch they provided was fresh and yummy.
If you're worried about how strenuous it is - both myself (28) and my mom (64) were able to handle the physical activity required and we are not avid hikers/kayakers. We were never out of breath on the hike, but you do have to climb up rocks and walk through rivers. We had a harder time with the kayaking but even still, we were able to do it. Just a little sore the next day haha.
TIPS - They give you one drybag for 2 people and you take the drybag with you on the hike. So think about how much you're packing since you'll be hiking with it. They provide water bottles so no need to bring your own. Bring bug spray!
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Candi_b
Sep 28, 2024
Exceptional, BUT - The river, the hike and the water fall were exceptional; however, at the end the guide had us empty the kayaks and load them on the trailer! Not good! I didn't pay for the trip to make his job easier. We are on vacation!!!
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Shana
Sep 18, 2024
Long day, and not much to see at the waterfall - Hardly any waterfall to see; they are in a drought right now. Sandwiches were barely eatable. Make sure you have rugged shoes, lots of slippery rocks.
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