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Kauai ToursWailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Guided Hike with Lunch
Overview
Experience Kauai’s unforgettable Wailua River Kayak & Sacred Falls Hike—a 5-hour family-friendly adventure that combines serene river paddling, a rainforest hike, swimming beneath a 120-foot waterfall, and a fresh picnic lunch. This outing is ideal for active travelers looking to explore some of Hawaii’s most sacred landscapes in a fun and immersive way.
What's Included
- Lunch Call/Email prior with your selection: Deli sandwich (turkey, ham, salami, veggie or PBJ) otherwise default to a turkey
- Snacks Hawaiian assorted chips, fresh baked cookie and cut pineapple
- Water resistant bags
- Double sit on top kayaks
- Walking sticks
- Bring your own bottle or container - cold filtered water is provided at the store location
- Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) i.e. life preservers
- Guided River Kayak and Hike
- Guide(s) State certified and trained in water safety
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
Meeting Location
3-5971 Kuhio Highway
Kapaʻa, HI 96746, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This five-hour guided tour is a wonderful waterfall adventure for the family (ages 6 to 60) combining idyllic paddling on the Wailua River and a hike to a remote bridal-veil waterfall.
The Wailua River became the center of activity for early Hawaiians and is known as one of Hawaii's two most sacred places.
At night, it is said that one can still hear ancient drums thunder in concert with the nearby surf The trail leading to our sacred waterfall is a beautiful "greenhouse" where flowers, brooks, and ferns abound. Swim by the waterfall and enjoy a fresh deli made lunch.
The setting for this jaunt is tranquil and tropical, the pace is unhurried. We delight in sharing the peaceful, pastoral existence of ancient Hawaii with you.
Come share the life and natural history of this mystical land and enjoy its great quiet with us!
*Please be advised before booking this tour trail conditions can be slippery, with moving stream crossings, and muddy areas with uneven surfaces. We can make exceptions for folks over 60 who have no physical/medical limitations and are physically active and capable. The guide has the right to refuse service to anyone.
You are the motor.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with knee, ankle, hip, shoulder or wrist problems/injuries. There is no refund for having to refuse anyone with these obvious limitations or not being able to complete any portion of the tour.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- WHAT TO BRING: Sun Protection, Light Shirt, Bathing Suit, Towel and a Change of clothes
- Footwear for a trail that can be muddy, uneven surfaces and trekking through water (aqua shoes, teevas, or tennis shoes)no flip flops or crocs
- Place your lunch choice: (turkey, salami, ham, PBj 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.
- The guide has the right to refuse service to any guests who appear to have any physical/health limitations or issues that could prevent the guest from completing the paddle or hike to the falls safely. We have a strict 24-hour non-refundable cancellation policy (48 hours required for groups of 6 or more).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (11)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-5122_HI001
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Average 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 801 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (11)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Hawaii’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Call/Email prior with your selection: Deli sandwich (turkey, ham, salami, veggie or PBJ) otherwise default to a turkey.
- Snacks. Hawaiian assorted chips, fresh baked cookie and cut pineapple.
- Water resistant bags.
- Double sit on top kayaks.
- Walking sticks.
- Bring your own bottle or container - cold filtered water is provided at the store location.
- Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) i.e. life preservers.
- Guided River Kayak and Hike.
- Guide(s) State certified and trained in water safety.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Guided Hike with Lunch is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with knee, ankle, hip, shoulder or wrist problems/injuries. There is no refund for having to refuse anyone with these obvious limitations or not being able to complete any portion of the tour.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Guided Hike with Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- LunchCall/Email prior with your selection: Deli sandwich (turkey, ham, salami, veggie or PBJ) otherwise default to a turkey
- SnacksHawaiian assorted chips, fresh baked cookie and cut pineapple
- Water resistant bags
- Double sit on top kayaks
- Walking sticks
- Bring your own bottle or container - cold filtered water is provided at the store location
- Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) i.e. life preservers
- Guided River Kayak and Hike
- Guide(s) State certified and trained in water safety
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with knee, ankle, hip, shoulder or wrist problems/injuries. There is no refund for having to refuse anyone with these obvious limitations or not being able to complete any portion of the tour.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- WHAT TO BRING: Sun Protection, Light Shirt, Bathing Suit, Towel and a Change of clothes
- Footwear for a trail that can be muddy, uneven surfaces and trekking through water (aqua shoes, teevas, or tennis shoes)no flip flops or crocs
- Place your lunch choice: (turkey, salami, ham, PBj 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.
- The guide has the right to refuse service to any guests who appear to have any physical/health limitations or issues that could prevent the guest from completing the paddle or hike to the falls safely. We have a strict 24-hour non-refundable cancellation policy (48 hours required for groups of 6 or more).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
