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Wailua River Tour: Scenic Kayak and Hike Adventure
4.7
58 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
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(58 Ratings)
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Joanne_h
Nov 11, 2025
fascinating river paddle... - fascinating river paddle and walk through river and mud trail to see fine falls!
good guide telling about Kauai history and plants
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Lisa_n
Oct 22, 2025
Fun but muddy - It was so fun. It was an adventure!! Definitely worth it, but a bit strenuous. We went when it was muddy. So the trail was very muddy. You need a sturdy pair of shoes. Ryker was a great guide. Very fun and knowledgeable.
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Rover620
Oct 19, 2025
Choose wisely: loads of tours on the river. This one was worth the $$ - An excellent adventure and a very good workout. Get to see and learn about this area off the beaten path. Our guide Dan was very knowledgeable and helped guide us safely up river and through the jungle pointing out many interesting things we would have never seen without him. It was relaxed and a good pace that made it enjoyable. There are many tours of the river and Falls. Book with confidence knowing you will enjoy this one.
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Z2682hfruthg
Sep 29, 2025
Amazing Kayak & Hike Adventure – Ask for Lindsey! - We had such a great experience on our kayak and hiking trip! Our guide, Lindsey, was amazing — super friendly, very knowledgeable, and made us feel comfortable as first-time kayakers. She gave clear, easy-to-follow instructions and even offered to take pictures for us along the way, which was such a nice touch.
Even though the waterfall was dry, the hike was still gorgeous — the scenery was lush and peaceful, and we really enjoyed the whole experience. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a more beautiful adventure. Highly recommend this tour and Lindsey in particular!
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982sherrik
Sep 4, 2025
Great trip - Kanon was a great guide. Very patient as my husband I struggled at first with the kayak. Totally our fault. Kanon was very knowledgeable about the culture and plants. We enjoyed the trip immensely
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516abbye
Sep 2, 2025
Great Experience with Kannen - Kannen was an excellent tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about Hawaii’s history and knew all about the different plants on the hike. He made the journey safe and was a fun person to talk to. You’ll definitely want him as your tour guide because he’s funny and his personality will make the journey more enjoyable. He also takes family photos for you and takes scenic pictures.
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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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