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title: "Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Kauai
country: United States
price: 123
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.78
reviews: 1669
duration_minutes: 270
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 6 of 10 (Wailua River & Kayak Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-secret-falls-kayak-and-hike/
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# Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike

**Guidekin's take:** Paddle the Wailua River from a riverside meeting point, then hike through rainforest to Uluwehi Falls (Secret Falls). Kayaks, backrests, paddles and flotation devices are included; a high level of fitness is required. 4.78 from 1669 reviews at €123 per person for 4h 30m.

In our comparison: #6 of 10 in Wailua River & Kayak Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

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.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: **PLEASE CHECKIN 30 MINUTES PRIOR**
- 4 start times: between 09:00 and 12:00
- Food not included: Meals, snacks or beverages are NOT…
- Age rule: Participants who are not physically fit to walk…

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €123 per person
- Duration: 4h 30m
- Rating: 4.78/5 from 1669 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Alii Kayaks, LLC
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.78 from 1669 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1577 of 1669.

- 5 stars: 1453 (87%)
- 4 stars: 124 (7%)
- 3 stars: 52 (3%)
- 2 stars: 17 (1%)
- 1 star: 23 (1%)

## What's included

- Guided group kayak tour on the Wailua River
- Knowledgeable local guide
- Use of kayak, backrests, personal flotation devices and paddles
- Guided rainforest hike to Secret Falls

## Not included

- Meals, snacks or beverages are NOT provided on this tour.
- Roundtrip Transportation
- Proper footwear (guests must bring closed-toe shoes/sandals suitable for hiking and water)

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

**PLEASE CHECKIN 30 MINUTES PRIOR**


Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- 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

## Compared with other Wailua River & Kayak Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #6 of 10** | €123 | 4h 30m | 4.78 (1669) | shared |
| [Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour](/usa/kauai/tours/hanalei-bay-morning-kayak-and-snorkel-tour/?format=md) | €146 | 5h | 4.93 (627) | shared |
| [Kipu Zipline Safari - Kayak, Hike & Zipline](/usa/kauai/tours/kipu-zipline-safari-kayak-hike-zipline/?format=md) | €249 | 6h 30m | 4.9 (154) | shared |
| [Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide](/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-adventure-kayak-hike-to-secret-falls-with-expert-guide/?format=md) | €137 | 5h | 4.84 (1492) | shared |

Ranked #6 of 10 in Wailua River & Kayak Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €123 to €254, median €144; typical length 5h. 0 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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