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title: "OPEN NOW: Huleia River Hidden Valley Falls Kayak & Hike"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Kauai
country: United States
price: 148
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.68
reviews: 166
duration_minutes: 210
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 9 of 10 (Wailua River & Kayak Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-07
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/open-now-huleia-river-hidden-valley-falls-kayak-hike/
---

# OPEN NOW: Huleia River Hidden Valley Falls Kayak & Hike

**Guidekin's take:** Combine tandem kayaking on the Hule‘ia River with a rainforest hike to waterfalls and swimming holes. A two person kayak, a guide and bottled water are included; a minimum of four passengers is needed for departure. 4.68 from 166 reviews at €148 per person for 3h 30m.

In our comparison: #9 of 10 in Wailua River & Kayak Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Experience an authentic Kauai adventure as you paddle tandem kayaks along the serene Hule‘ia River, journeying deep into the island’s untamed jungle. Surrounded by lush rainforest, dramatic cliffs, and exotic wildlife, this tour offers an immersive look at Kauai’s natural wonders. With expert guides leading the way, you’ll discover hidden gems like cascading waterfalls and swimming holes, perfect for nature lovers, families, and anyone looking to see a wilder side of the Garden Isle. After exploring, enjoy a relaxing ride home aboard a traditional twin-hulled motorized Hawaiian canoe, soaking in breathtaking views every step of the way.

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

## Key facts

- Price: from €148 per person
- Duration: 3h 30m
- Rating: 4.68/5 from 166 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Outfitters Kauai
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:30, 10:15, 13:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07

## Reviews

4.68 from 166 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 150 of 166.

- 5 stars: 137 (83%)
- 4 stars: 13 (8%)
- 3 stars: 10 (6%)
- 2 stars: 4 (2%)
- 1 star: 2 (1%)

## What's included

- Local taxes
- Deluxe two-person kayak
- Expert local guides
- Cold bottled water

## Not included

- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities

## Schedule

- Runs: Tue, Wed, Sat
- Departures: 08:30, 10:15, 13:00
- 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

Outfitters Kauai Kayak Shack at Nawiliwili Small Boat Harbor

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum of 4 passengers required for tour departure.
- Approximately one guide for every 8 - 12 passengers
- Items to bring: Swimwear, footwear with an aggressive tread pattern and that can get wet (i.e. Teva-type sandals or aqua socks), towel, sunscreen, insect repellant, waterproof camera
- Minors must be accompanied on tour by a parent or guardian.

## Compared with other Wailua River & Kayak Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #9 of 10** | €148 | 3h 30m | 4.68 (166) | 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 #9 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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