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Secret Falls Tour

Ancient River Kayak

Hop on a kayak and paddle up the Wailua River, the only navigable river in all of Hawaii! The area is steeped in history and legend, as it was the original home to the first Hawaiians who came from the Marquesas Islands to Kauai almost 1500 years ago.

scheduleDuration: 5 hours

Operates Monday through Friday.

For the month of May, only the morning tour is available.

  • was$145.86
  • now$129.00

🛶 Ancient River Kayak – Secret Falls Tour


Hop on a kayak and paddle up the Wailua River, the only navigable river in all of Hawaii! The area is steeped in history and legend, as it was the original home to the first Hawaiians who came from the Marquesas Islands to Kauai almost 1500 years ago. Hear the legends and learn about the island's flora and fauna of Kauai's most sacred area.


After paddling past several heiau (sacred shrines), you'll see the ancient Kamokila Village. Heading up the north fork of the river, you'll reach the trailhead for the hike to enchanting Secret Falls, an 80-foot cascade with a refreshing swimming hole. Sit down for a delicious picnic lunch and beverages and enjoy a cool dip before heading back down the river.

✨ Tour Highlights

  • Kayak tour on the Wailua River (approximately 1.5 miles each way)
  • Hike in tropical rainforest to beautiful Secret Falls (approximately 1 mile each way)

🎁 Tour Inclusions

  • Picnic lunch (see menu below)
  • Beverages
  • Kayak and paddles, all equipment and accessories
  • Dry storage and dry bags on boat for cameras and personal things
  • Backpack use
  • Personal flotation devices

🥪 Lunch Menu


Choose from turkey, ham or vegetarian sandwiches. Gluten free bread or lettuce wrap available as well with advance notice.

Special instructions

  • Where and When:

    Morning tour: 7:15 am - 12:15 pm (check in at 6:45 am)
    Afternoon tour: 12:45 pm - 5:45 pm (check in at 12:15 pm)

    Check in at the Islander Shops, Unit 3 at 440 Aleka Pl, Kapaa, HI 96746. View Map

  • Restrictions:

    Age requirement: This adventure is for ages 5-70 years.
    Pregnant women may not participate due to safety reasons.
    Participants must not have bad knees/back/ankles/shoulders/hips, no recent surgeries and no balance issues. Participants must be able to climb roots and rocks, and they must be able to bend.
    Expect about 4 miles of paddling (60-90 minutes) and just over 1 mile of hiking.
    Trail conditions can be muddy and slippery at times.

  • Special Notes:

    Tours go out rain or shine. In the event of extreme inclement weather tours will be rescheduled.

  • Operation Days:

    Monday through Friday

  • Duration:

    5 hours