Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike
Description
Discover the hidden beauty of Uluwehi Falls (Secret Falls), Kauai’s most sought-after waterfall destination. Skip the hassle of parking, equipment rentals, and crowded state park lots—simply arrive at our convenient riverside location and let the adventure begin. Guides handle all kayak setup and gear so you can focus on the journey. Paddle up Hawaii’s legendary Wailua River through lush rainforest scenery, then trek, splash, and explore your way to a spectacular 120-foot waterfall. Adventurers should be comfortable in the water and ready for a physically rewarding outing—expect a 4-mile roundtrip paddle and a moderate 2-mile hike with stream crossings and muddy, uneven trails. This is the easiest way to unleash your inner explorer and experience Kauai’s most iconic waterfall, with all logistics handled for you.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Total distance is 4 miles by kayak and 2 miles hiking roundtrip
- For health and safety reasons, pregnant individuals are advised not to participate in this tour due to the potential risk of exposure to Leptospirosis.
- Participants that are physically not capable to paddle a kayak with proper coordination.
- Participants who are not physically fit to walk moderate to strenuous trail with an elevation increase to 465 feet in under 2 miles.
- Footwear that secures or straps to your feet are required (for safety crocs or flip flops are not allowed).
- Participants should be comfortable in the water and capable of moderate physical activity
Reviews(1,569)
KMan is an amazing Tour guide. He was very informative about the history and was very personable. He went over and beyond in every area and was very attentive and took special care to someone in our party who had injured themselves. Thank you KMan, I am so happy we crossed paths with you and I hope we get to cross paths again in the near future. God bless you.
Our guide was Kman. He did an amazing job. We had a wonderful day and it was a great experience. I highly recommend it. Lisa S.
We had a wonderful time! The waterfall was beautiful and we went underneath! Special thanks to Khayman for a wonderful tour! The hike can get slippery. Definitely have the right shoes! Good water shoes.
Best experience and a nice hike to the waterfall.
Was a nice experience, but it was crowded. I guess it's not so secret now. Try to go as early as possible to avoid the crowds
Awesome trip. Hike isn’t to tough but is muddy. Kayaking up and back can get a little strenuous. Still worth it!
We realized after getting out on the river that we could have done the paddle and hike without the tour but we are glad we didn't because the experience would have been so completely different! Our guide, Khayman, was amazing. He had the perfect blend of humor, knowledge and kindness to make out day incredible and leave lasting memories.
My husband and I, with our children, 10 & 13, did this tour today. It was such a fun experience. The kayaking is definitely a workout but worth it. The hiking was great as long as you’re steady on your feet and have good shoes. The mud can get very slippery as well as the rocks in the rivers you have to cross through. All in all, I would say it’s a definite must if you can do it. I loved being in the middle of the rainforest. Everything was so beautiful. The waterfall at the end was such a treat.
Bruddah Cole was an exceptional guide! Very knowledgeable, and a good paddler too! Kayaks were super comfy, stable, and safe. Short paddle up to the pullout area with a fun hike through the forest. Secret Falls is unreal!!! One of my favorite experiences evah! Make sure to bring good hiking sandals, with a closed toe that can get wet. And pack a good lunch. Much mahalos for a great time! Aloha and a hui ho!!!
Definitely a work out. But Nana and the kids(6, 12 and 16) made it! It was beautiful and Kamen was a phenomenal guide! We felt safe and looked out for. I do wish they provided wet bags or at least mentioned the need for them!
