Kauai Kayaking and Hiking: Wailua River and Secret Falls

Embark on a family-friendly adventure in Kauai, kayaking and hiking through the Wailua river valley to discover the enchanting Uluwehi falls, also known as Secret Falls. Immerse yourself in the sacred waterways and lush tropical forests while learning about Hawaiian history and legends.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Secret Falls (Uluwehi Falls) - A stunning 100-foot waterfall perfect for swimming, photography, enjoying snacks, and unwinding.
  • Wailua River State Park - Marina site.
  • Duke’s Kayak Adventures - Check-in site.
What's Included
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
  • Guided by a professional
  • Variety of activities offered
  • Use of backpack-style dry bag provided
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Drinking water
  • Parking fees
Additional Information

Discover Kauai with a family-friendly guided kayaking and hiking tour through the Wailua River Valley and Uluwehi Falls, also known as Secret Falls. A professional guide will lead you as you paddle through some of Kauai’s most revered waterways and hike through its stunning lush tropical forests, sharing myths, legends, and Hawaiian history along the…

Location
4-361 Kuhio Hwy ste 106
Kuhio Highway
Turn off KUHIO hwy into the shopping plaza with the green building which is across the street from the Shell gas station. Look for the STAND UP PADDLE shop and Dukes Kayak Adventures sandwich board next to it. Feel free to park nearby and your guide will meet you and take care of you from there.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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551lindseys
Jul 1, 2026
Relaxing & fun experience - We really enjoyed our experience and the falls did not disappoint!! We personally found this to be a relaxing kayak and walk experience which made for a perfect day. We would recommend doing the 12:00 start option so you can paddle home when it’s dusk! Be prepared for mud- but your guide will help you through it all. Kayak Zac was the best
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Shanna_h
Jun 29, 2026
Secret Falls - We had a great time kayaking and hiking to the secret falls. It was 2 miles of kayaking to the hiking trail and an easy 1.5 mile hike to the Secret Falls. We had plenty of time to swim, take photos and have lunch. A dry bag was provided to keep our phones, keys, wallet and towels safe and dry. The guide was easy going and informative about the wildlife and foliage around us. This was our 15 yr old son’s favorite adventure tour. We enjoyed the trip and would do it again!
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Derek_f
Jun 26, 2026
Good fun!!!! - It was a lot of fun. Hike and kayaking were relatively easy. The guide was cool and weather was perfect. I would recommend doing the first tour of the day.
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Whita1ca
Jun 25, 2026
Tired but worth it! - The guided kayak/hike to secret falls was fabulous. Annie was a wonderful guide and I highly recommend asking for her. Their advice on it being a semi-strenuous hike was spot on! Some walkway but lots of rocks to traverse and water to ford. It was totally worth it!!
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Dorsela_a
Jun 21, 2026
Great Kayak and Hike Adventure! - This is a great adventure kayak and hike through the jungle to the secret waterfall. You definitely need to be in somewhat good shape or have hiked and kayaked before. It was definitely worth it, we had a blast. Water shoes with tread or water proof shoes are a must. Zach was a great guide!
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Lacy_w
Jun 20, 2026
This was a fantastic... - This was a fantastic adventure! I wish Zach would have taught me how to kayak twenty years ago! The hike to the waterfall was beautiful. I would highly recommend this trip to an adventurous family.
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Randy
Jun 17, 2026
Great combo adventure! - Our travel guide Mikayla was outstanding and very knowledgeable about the area. The kayaking was simple and beautiful. The hike was very unique as well and the waterfall was gorgeous. Definitely gives you a little bit of a workout but well worth it!
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Mark_w
Jun 16, 2026
Secret Falls Spectacular - One of my favorite guided experiences ever. Zach was a great guide leading us through a spectacular kayak down the river, a lush hike, and a beautiful waterfall climax. Can't recommend Zach's tour more highly.
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Brenda_d
Jun 16, 2026
Our guide, Zach, was... - Our guide, Zach, was awesome! Very knowledgeable and kept us safe. Highly recommend this experience. The hike through the rainforest was my favorite. Although best for able bodied. There are times that you have to manage your way over slippery rocks. Protective shoes for your feet are important.
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Russell_c
Jun 16, 2026
Fun trip but crowded - Overall I recommend this excursion but there are a few things to consider before booking. The falls are beautiful but they are most certainly not secret. The falls are in a relatively small area and during peak season (like when we went in June) there were at least 100 people all crowded there. I admit it took some of the enjoyment away with so many people all crowding around trying to get pictures. Additionally, wear bug spray. The mosquitos are out in force during the hike. Having said that, our guide, Zack, was awesome and made the experience very fun. He’s highly knowledgeable and entertaining. The best part for me was actually the kayaking portion. The river got a bit congested with kayakers at the start but then you can space out so that felt more open and peaceful for me. In case it’s not clear, they are tandem kayaks. The hike is not strenuous but does get extremely muddy in a few spots, but the scenery is breathtaking. If you’re an adventuresome person who is confident in doing things on your own, I might suggest you doing your own hike to other waterfalls that may be less crowded, otherwise I do recommend the trip overall, just be prepared for bugs, mud and crowds.
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From $150
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).