Wailua River kayak adventure on Kauai with a guided paddle to Secret Falls through lush jungle scenery

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.

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