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Wailua River Tour: Kayak, Hike & Swim Adventure
4.7
52 Ratings
Lihue
Paddle the Wailua River, hike lush jungles, and swim beneath a 100-foot waterfall on this unforgettable Kauai adventure.
Paddle the Wailua River, hike lush jungles, and swim beneath a 100-foot waterfall on this unforgettable Kauai adventure.
Duration:
6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Wailua River State Park - Join a guided kayaking adventure along the revered Wailua River, historically exclusive to Hawaiian royalty. Navigate through lush jungle scenery, then trek to a breathtaking waterfall nestled within the rainforest. Refresh with a swim and savor a picnic in one of Kauai’s most picturesque and secluded valleys.
- Wailua River State Park - Join a guided kayaking adventure along the revered Wailua River, historically exclusive to Hawaiian royalty. Navigate through lush jungle scenery, then trek to a breathtaking waterfall nestled within the rainforest. Refresh with a swim and savor a picnic in one of Kauai’s most picturesque and secluded valleys.
What's Included
- Lunch and beverages
- Dry bag/day pack
- Local taxes
- Deluxe two-person kayak
- Lunch and beverages
- Dry bag/day pack
- Local taxes
- Deluxe two-person kayak
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Outfitters Kauai offers a personalized and enriching adventure on the Wailua River. Experience comfort with top-quality tandem kayaks equipped with high-back seats and foot-operated rudders. Enthusiastic guides provide fascinating Hawaiian legends and cultural insights throughout the trip. Following a picturesque jungle hike, savor a delicious lunch and…
Outfitters Kauai offers a personalized and enriching adventure on the Wailua River. Experience comfort with top-quality tandem kayaks equipped with high-back seats and foot-operated rudders. Enthusiastic guides provide fascinating Hawaiian legends and cultural insights throughout the trip. Following a picturesque jungle hike, savor a delicious lunch and take a refreshing swim at the stunning 100-foot Uluwehi Falls—an unforgettable highlight that distinguishes this tour in every positive way.
- Minimum of 4 passengers required for tour departure. Maximum of 12 passengers per tour
- One guide for approximately every 8 - 12 passengers
- Hike is moderately strenuous (approx. 1 mile each way, typically in muddy conditions)
- Kayaking is 60-90 minutes each way (approx. 2 miles each way)
- Lunch and refreshments: Cold spring water and juices, a delicious picnic lunch of a turkey sandwich, carrots, and a brownie (menu subject to change without notice)
- Items to bring: Swimwear, footwear with an aggressive tread pattern and that can get wet (i.e. Teva-type sandals or aqua socks), towel, sunscreen, insect repellant, waterproof camera
- Minors must be at least 5 years old and accompanied on tour by a parent or guardian.
Location
230 Kipu Rd
Kipu Road
Outfitters Kauai Kipu Ranch office, 230 Kipu Road, Lihue HI 96766
If you’re staying on the North Shore or East Side, contact the office for easy check-in.
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
4.7
(52 Ratings)
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Navigator763710
Mar 22, 2024
Lots of fun - Bailey was a great guide. We had a lot of fun. The kayak trip was a lot of fun and lots of scenery. The hike wasn't difficult at all and everyone seemed to enjoy it. I'd recommend it to anyone who enjoys kayaking and/or easy hikes.
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Beau_b
Sep 2, 2023
Awesome workout. - Ryker was the best guide. He made the experience more fun. Kayaking was tough but satisfying. The hike was beautiful. Waterfall was amazing. Cold water, but gorgeous.
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Companion03265605310
Aug 14, 2023
Awesome variety adventure - This was such an amazing adventure! The variety was great (kayak, hike, rope swing and swim, zip lines, water zip and swim, and boat ride back. The guides were super knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the area and all of the plant life. We learned so much while having a great time. We’ve done tours all over the islands and this was our favorite. It combined everything we love and was totally worth the cost an all day excursion!
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Autumn_l
Jul 18, 2023
Awesome Family Activity in Kauai! - We had Ryker as our guide and he was phenomenal! He was very patient and attentive with each person in our group - we are a family of 5 with an 18 y/o, 15 y/o and 11 y/o. He was also very knowledgeable about the plants, wildlife, hiking trail and even gave us recommendations of places to go and things to see in Kauai. He made it an awesome experience for everyone!!
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Lisa
May 18, 2023
FANTASTIC! - On May 5, 2023 I took the "Wailua Waterfall Kayak Tour". It was amazing! Paddling on the beautiful Wailua was picture perfect. Hiking to the Secret Falls (only way to get there, by the way) was highly adventurous and so refreshing to swim. A very nice basic lunch was provided with an unlimited amount of bottled water too. Our guide (whoops, can't remember his name) was very informative and entertaining. This was the very best of all the adventures I took while on Kauai and worth every penny. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the 'Wailua Waterfall Kayak Tour' by Outfitters Kauai. There are other kayak companies who do just about the same I suspect, but I did a lot of research before choosing Outfitters Kauai. I made the BEST AND RIGHT CHOICE. They simply are the best!
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Z7921qsjakem
Jan 31, 2023
Sareh & Sabre!!! - Great combination of activities in one outing! Sareh and Sabre were amazing guides and made it that much more fun! It's our 3rd time doing the Kipu Safari Tour and another great time.
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U8322hpkatiej
Sep 23, 2022
Kayak/Hike combo - Ryker was our guide and he was great! Taught us what to do and was very knowledgeable. This is a super fun experience for 2 people or a group! Well worth the cost!
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V8611pgreneb
Sep 14, 2022
In one word "amazing" - It was a nice day. Ryker, the guide, made the trip complete. He was funny, knows a lot of the nature and was a real host.
The trip was nice, swimming at the watterfall was great.
Just a fantastic day.
Rene en Jolanda
The Netherlands
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Reanna_b
Aug 31, 2022
Great time with the best guide! - We had the best time! Our guide K-man was the absolute greatest. So knowledgeable about the island and flora/fauna but also just a great guy. He balanced humor with knowledge perfectly and was so attentive to everyone on the tours needs. 100% recommend this tour and try to get K-man if you can!
-Reanna and Chris
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Cfletch12
Aug 24, 2022
Great trip! - Kamon was absolutely fabulous. Funny, knowledgeable, helpful, kind. He made sure all were taken care of. Kayaking scenery was beautiful. Hiking through the jungle was a great experience. Would never have done that without a guide.
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