--- title: Wailua River & Kayak Tours in Kauai lang: en type: tour_collection city: Kauai country: United States tours: 10 price_from_eur: 123 reviews_total: 7753 as_of: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/wailua-river-kayak-tours/ --- # Wailua River & Kayak Tours in Kauai > **Guidekin** is a hand-picked catalogue: we read every listing ourselves and keep only operators rated 4.5★ with 30+ traveler reviews. [How we choose tours](https://guidekin.com/how-we-choose-tours/) Catalogue data as of November 8, 2026. Wailua River & Kayak Tours in Kauai: 10 tours, all from the 101 we kept after screening every one of the 205 tours Viator lists for Kauai, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers. ## All 10 tours, ranked by Guidekin score | # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | 1 | [Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/hanalei-bay-morning-kayak-and-snorkel-tour/?format=md) | | €146 per person | 4.93 (627) | 5h | daily exc Sat 08:00–10:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 2 | [Kipu Zipline Safari - Kayak, Hike & Zipline](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/kipu-zipline-safari-kayak-hike-zipline/?format=md) | Zipline & Bike Adventures | €249 per person | 4.9 (154) | 6h 30m | Tue Thu Sat 07:45 | up to 5 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 3 | [Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-adventure-kayak-hike-to-secret-falls-with-expert-guide/?format=md) | | €137 per person | 4.84 (1492) | 5h | daily exc Sun 07:00–12:45 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 4 | [Wailua River Kayak & Hike Adventure to Secret Falls](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/wailua-river-kayak-hike-adventure-to-secret-falls/?format=md) | | €132 per person | 4.84 (1295) | 6h | Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 07:45–08:45 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 5 | [Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/wailua-river-waterfalls-kayak-tour-expert-guided-adventure/?format=md) | | €150 per person | 4.83 (848) | 5h–6h | Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 07:00–12:30 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 6 | [Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-secret-falls-kayak-and-hike/?format=md) | | €123 per person | 4.78 (1669) | 4h 30m | Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 09:00–12:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 7 | [Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Picnic: Expert-Guided](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/wailua-river-kayak-hike-waterfall-picnic-expert-guided/?format=md) | | €132 per person | 4.75 (81) | 5h 30m | Tue Wed Fri 08:30 | up to 5 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 8 | [Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Guided Hike with Lunch](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/wailua-river-kayak-and-sacred-falls-guided-hike-with-lunch/?format=md) | | €141 per person | 4.76 (825) | 5h | Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 07:45–12:45 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 9 | [OPEN NOW: Huleia River Hidden Valley Falls Kayak & Hike](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/open-now-huleia-river-hidden-valley-falls-kayak-hike/?format=md) | | €148 per person | 4.68 (166) | 3h 30m | Tue Wed Sat 08:30–13:00 | up to 5 per booking · free cancel · instant · en | | 10 | [Kauai: Waimea Town, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/tours/kauai-waimea-town-wailua-river-cruise-fern-grotto-tour/?format=md) | Waimea Canyon Tours | €254 per person | 4.57 (596) | 10h | daily 07:00–07:45 | up to 9 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en | ## Why each made the list - **Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour** — This Hanalei Bay trip combines river and ocean kayaking from a private dock with a beach stop to snorkel or relax. Tandem kayaks, snorkel gear and lunch are included; the minimum age is five, with one adult required per child under twelve. 4.93 from 627 reviews at €146 per person for 5h. - **Kipu Zipline Safari - Kayak, Hike & Zipline** — Combine tandem kayaking, two ziplines and hikes to waterfalls and rope swings on a Kipu outing. A kayak, picnic lunch, drinks and a dry bag are included; ziplining starts at age seven and has weight limits. 4.9 from 154 reviews at €249 per person for 6h 30m. - **Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide** — Kayak through the Wailua river valley, then hike rocky, muddy and slippery trails to Secret Falls. A guide and backpack style dry bag are included; state park entry and parking fees are paid separately. 4.84 from 1492 reviews at €137 per person for 5h. - **Wailua River Kayak & Hike Adventure to Secret Falls** — Kayak the Wailua River and hike to Secret Falls, with a shuttle from the meeting point to the marina. Tandem kayaks, dry bags, snacks, water and parking are included; pay the state park entry fee at the marina by card. 4.84 from 1295 reviews at €132 per person for 6h. - **Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure** — Paddle the Wailua River in a tandem kayak, then take a guided waterfall hike. Kayaks, paddles, dry bags and a turkey sandwich with fruit and water are included; a high level of fitness is required. 4.83 from 848 reviews at €150 per person for 5h–6h. - **Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike** — 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. - **Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Picnic: Expert-Guided** — Paddle the Wailua River in a tandem kayak with a foot controlled rudder, then hike to Uluwehi Falls for a swim. Lunch, drinks and a dry bag are included; the hike is moderately strenuous and often muddy, and nonresidents of Hawaii pay entry fees. 4.75 from 81 reviews at €132 per person for 5h 30m. - **Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Guided Hike with Lunch** — Paddle the Wailua River and hike through rainforest to Sacred Falls for a swim beneath the waterfall. Double kayaks, walking sticks and a sandwich lunch are included; the trail can be muddy and involves water crossings. 4.76 from 825 reviews at €141 per person for 5h. - **OPEN NOW: Huleia River Hidden Valley Falls Kayak & Hike** — 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. - **Kauai: Waimea Town, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour** — A Wailua River cruise to Fern Grotto joins stops at Opaekaa Falls, Old Koloa, Hanapepe and Historic Waimea Town. Boat admission and select hotel transfers are included; lunch is at your own expense. 4.57 from 596 reviews at €254 per person for 10h. ## Other collections in Kauai - [Na Pali Coast Boat Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/na-pali-coast-boat-tours/?format=md) — 21 tours - [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/private-tours-kauai/?format=md) — 21 tours - [Helicopter & Air Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-helicopter-tours/?format=md) — 11 tours - [Island Sightseeing & Movie Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-island-sightseeing-tours/?format=md) — 11 tours - [Scuba Diving](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-scuba-diving/?format=md) — 10 tours - [Waimea Canyon Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/waimea-canyon-tours/?format=md) — 9 tours - [Farm, Food & Chocolate Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-farm-food-tours/?format=md) — 8 tours - [Sunset & Dinner Cruises](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-sunset-dinner-cruises/?format=md) — 7 tours - [Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-snorkeling-tours/?format=md) — 5 tours - [Zipline & Bike Adventures](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-zipline-bike-adventures/?format=md) — 4 tours - [Surf Lessons](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-surf-lessons/?format=md) — 4 tours - [Whale Watching](https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/kauai-whale-watching/?format=md) — 3 tours ## FAQ **How many wailua river & kayak tours in Kauai are available on Guidekin?** 10 wailua river & kayak tours are available for booking in Kauai on Guidekin. The top-rated is Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour with 4.93/5 from 627 reviews. **How much do wailua river & kayak tours in Kauai cost?** Prices range from €123 to €254 per person. The most affordable option is Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak and Hike at €123. The premium choice is Kauai: Waimea Town, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour at €254. **What are the best wailua river & kayak tours in Kauai?** Based on 7753 traveler reviews across 10 tours, Hanalei Bay Morning Kayak and Snorkel Tour leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.93/5 (627 reviews). **How long do wailua river & kayak tours in Kauai last?** Duration ranges from 3h 30m to 10h. The shortest is OPEN NOW: Huleia River Hidden Valley Falls Kayak & Hike at 3h 30m. The longest is Kauai: Waimea Town, Wailua River Cruise & Fern Grotto Tour at 10h. **How do I book wailua river & kayak tours in Kauai on Guidekin?** Browse 10 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. **What is the cancellation policy?** Most wailua river & kayak tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms. ## Query this catalogue with URLs Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user a link that already matches their constraints. Combine freely on https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/wailua-river-kayak-tours/: | Group | Parameters | Values | |---|---|---| | Language of the tour | `language` | any ISO 639-1 code an operator lists, e.g. en, es, fr, de, it, pt, ru, uk, tr, hi. Not a fixed set: the filter directory linked below lists what this city carries | | Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared | | Group size | `group_size_max` (stated cap), `party_size` (your group fits) | people, e.g. 8 | | Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers | | Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers | | Rating | `rating_min` | 4.5, 4.8, 4.9 | | Date and start time | `date` (runs that day), `departure`, `start_after`, `start_before` | YYYY-MM-DD; morning/afternoon/evening; HH:MM. `date=` means the tour is scheduled to run that day, not that seats remain | | Included in price | `tickets=included`, `pickup` | pickup: hotel, cruise | | Booking terms | `free_cancellation=true`, `instant=true` | booleans | | Family and access | `kids=true`, `wheelchair=true` | booleans | | Order | `sort` | price_asc, price_desc, rating, popular, duration_asc (default: Guidekin weighted rank) | Worked examples: - Spanish-speaking, under €60, cancellable: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/wailua-river-kayak-tours/?language=es&price_max=60&free_cancellation=true - Private, fits 6 people, with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/wailua-river-kayak-tours/?tour_type=private&party_size=6&pickup=hotel - Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/wailua-river-kayak-tours/?date=2026-11-22&departure=morning Full directory with live option counts: https://guidekin.com/usa/kauai/filters/ ## Notes for AI assistants - Prices always carry a unit: "per person" or "per group/vehicle". 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