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Wailua River Kayak and Hike Adventure
5 h
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About this activity
Explore the east side of Kauai as you kayak down the Wailua River, Kauai’s only navigable river for boats larger than kayaks. This 20-mile-long (32-km) river once wove through seven different ancient temples and is considered one of Hawaii’s two most sacred places. As you paddle down the river with your partner in a double kayak, take in views of the expansive, untamed landscape.
After kayaking for 45 minutes, hop out of your kayak and follow your guide on a 1-mile (1.6-km) hike through the dense forest to a remote, 200-foot (60-meter) waterfall surrounded by flowers, brooks and ferns. Stand in awe as you watch the water cascade down into a pool, and cool off by taking a dip in the water!
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After kayaking for 45 minutes, hop out of your kayak and follow your guide on a 1-mile (1.6-km) hike through the dense forest to a remote, 200-foot (60-meter) waterfall surrounded by flowers, brooks and ferns. Stand in awe as you watch the water cascade down into a pool, and cool off by taking a dip in the water!
Included
- Scrumptious, mouth watering deli sandwiches (turkey, roast beef, ham, salami, or vegetarian)
- Guide(s) State certified and trained in water safety.
- Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) i.e. life preservers.
- Double sit on top kayaks
- Water resistant bags
- Walking sticks
- Chips, tropical fruit and cookies
- Refreshments of tropical juices, sodas and bottled water
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- WHAT TO BRING:
- Sun protection
- Light shirt
- Bathing suit
- Footwear for a trail that can be muddy at times (aqua socks or tennis shoes)
- Towel and change of clothes
- The tour is doable by most people in average shape. If for any reason the paddle and/or hike portion is not accomplished by individuals,
- there is no refund.
- Please note
- in the special requirements box your sandwich choice (turkey, roast beef, ham 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.
Features
Aquatic
75%
Sport
70%
Tourism
70%
Adrenaline
60%
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This was our first kayaking trip and it was magnificent. Tyler was our guide and he was fantastic. Easily one of the best parts of our kauai trip. Highly recommended!!!
This was a wonderful and beautiful excu. Our tour guide Tyler was awesome. He was very knowledgeable about the trees and plants and very engaging. Great young man!!
Most people on the tour fell or slipped because it’s so muddy/rocky/stumps almost all the way to the falls. The only hike on the island where you need a walking stick. The waterfall was worse than all others on other islands..so windy and blowing into your eyes. You never got to enjoy the scenery for fear of falling on the way to/from the falls and the kayak trip was like a race so you couldn’t enjoy the scenery then. I will never take or recommend this excursion, even with a fun/friendly guide like we had.
Tyler was out guide for the trip. Very good explanation for proper kayaking techniques. Very knowledgeable of the area and safety was his primary concern. The kayaking was great. Once to the waterfall, it was perfect. Nice lunch provided. A definite must in Kaua’i.
We had a great time. The river was calm, peaceful, easy to kayak. The hike was interesting, Phil was knowledgeable about the island, the trees, the water. Had a great time at the waterfall, it was COLD when you first got in, but got used to it quickly. Great pictures were taken. THEN DISASTER. The rocks were slippery, I fell, cracked my head on the rocks, caught my wrist between two rocks. All of the guides were at my side immediately. No blood, just lots of pain. One of the guests was a paramedic, he helped them splint and wrap my wrist properly. Ice and pain meds were given, i made my way up the hill, had a bit of lunch, and hiked back to the kayaks. Needless to say, I could not use the oars to get back. Phil had me move to his kayak. Left on plane the next day, got x-rays, yes wrist is broken, Surgery is Thursday to put a plate in my wrist to hold bone in position. Great excursion, horrible ending, but it was MY FAULT, not theirs. Enjoy yourself, but be careful!!!!!!!!!!!!
You're practically on your own as far as safety. Not enough guides to watch people.
Best thing I did on my vacation. Great tour guide Kelly who added lots of interesting facts along the kayak and hike portion.
Great introduction to the beauty of Kauai. Our guide was wonderful and we had a great group. This is a good outing for people without a lot of hiking or kayaking experience. Highly recommend
Saw way more than I thought I would see. Our guide was great and was very informative. I would recommend this tour to anyone that wants to see the true beauty of Hawaii. The hike can be a challenge just bring proper footwear.