Kayak Adventures - Secret Falls Tour
This exciting tour begins with a 4 mile paddle along the Wailua River. We paddle past Kamokila Hawaiian Village where the movie, Outbreak was filmed.
Next is a 2 mile hike through tropical rainforest which was once reserved for Hawaiian Royalty. It is a very sacred and special place to the Hawaiian people. See ancient Hawaiian sites and various flora and fauna. In addition to the history of the Wailua Valley, your guide will also show you where movie scenes were filmed. See locations from Raider’s of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park and 6 Days / 7 Nights.
Finally we hike to the spectacular 125 ft. Uluwehi Falls also known as The Secret Falls. Play under the waterfalls, swim, take pictures and enjoy a delicious lunch.
We provide a deli lunch, chips, cookies, bottled water, and a back pack dry bag .
From Princeville, take Highway 56 south to the town of Kapaa (30 minutes drive time). Towards the end of Kapaa town you will see Coconut Market Place on the left. Approx. 1/8 of a mile you will see a large grass vacant lot on the left. At the end of that lot there is a small side street named Lanikai. Turn left onto Lanikai and park in the gravel part of the lot. You are not looking for a store front, just a parking area. Your guide will meet you there in a white shuttle van with a kayak trailer. When the group is checked in, your guide will take you to the Wailua River to start your adventure.
Tour Highlights:
- 4 mile paddle on the Wailua River
- 2 mile hike through tropical rainforest
- Relax or enjoy a refreshing dip at Uluwehi Falls
Tour Inclusions:
Guided Waterfall Adventure
Rainforest Trail
Scenic Views
- Where and When:
- Tour times:
Check in at 7:45 am. Tour ends at 2:15 pm.
Check in at 8:45 am. Tour ends at 3:15 pm.
Location: Coconut Marketplace, 4-484 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, HI 96746. Meet us under the Water Tower. View Map
Important Notice ? Wailua River State Park Entry Fee: The state of Hawaii is charging a $5 per person (age 4 and up) fee for entrance to Wailua Marina (which is part of Wailua River State Park). Tour participants are responsible for this fee. This fee is collected by the state at the park entrance, is not included in tour pricing, and credit card payment is required (no cash accepted).
DIRECTIONS FROM THE NORTH:
South on Hwy 56 through Kapa'a town. Go through 4 traffic lights. Turn left into Coconut Marketplace parking lot. Look for the huge tower. We are located in the kiosk underneath.
DIRECTIONS FROM THE SOUTH
Take Hwy 50 through Lihue. Turn left onto Hwy 56 north towards Wailua/Kapaa. Cross Wailua River bridge (double bridge), go through two traffic lights. Turn right into Coconut Marketplace and parking lot. Look for the huge tower. We are located in the kiosk underneath.
- Requirements:
- These Kauai Tours consist of approximately 4 miles of easy paddling and 1.5 miles of hiking.
- Restrictions:
- This Wailua River tour is a physically demanding adventure, designed for active individuals who are ready to explore Kauai's natural beauty. While no prior kayaking experience is required, participants must be able to paddle a total of 4 miles on the Wailua River and hike 2.5 miles round trip through uneven terrain.
Expecting mothers are welcome to join this tour through 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Participants must be at least 5 years old.
- Special Notes:
- All participants are strongly encouraged to bring a light lunch as the tour lasts 6 hours. At the check-in location at Coconut Marketplace, the ABC Store Deli opens at 7 am, offering sandwiches and light lunch options, perfect for your adventure.
- Operation Days:
- Monday through Friday
- Duration:
- 6 hours
- Vendor:
- Kayak Adventures
- Island:
- Kauai
- Capacity:
- 12 participants
- Equipment:
- Provided: Ocean Zest double kayaks with supportive seats, lightweight aluminum paddles and children's paddles. Each kayak has life jackets and a dry bag backpack. There is one single kayak available as well.