KAUAI
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The 8 most popular hiking & trekking in Kauai. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Kayak the Wailua River, hike through jungle mud to Uluwehi Falls, then paddle back. All gear included, no lunch. Small groups.
“It was a wonderful trip. Our tour guide K-man was very friendly and helpful and the falls were great”
Kayak Kauai’s Wailua River, then hike to 100-foot Secret Falls for a swim. Moderate work, strong guide, great value at $140.
“Zach was fantastic! Lots of shared stories about local plants and wildlife. And even a few jokes! He’s a great guy and we had a really fun adventure.”
Paddle Kauai’s Wailua River and hike to Uluwehi Falls with a guide, dry-bag gear, snacks, and the kind of wet-so-fun you remember.
“This was the best tour we had on all the islands! Levi was amazing! He brang his ukulele and sang songs while we were hiking. The kayaking was so beautiful going inland to a secret destination with a 100’ waterfall at the end of the trail! Highly recommend you do this tour. Hopefully you are…”
Kayak the Wailua River, hike to secluded Sacred Falls, swim and picnic. Small-group guided adventure from $155.
“Jay was an awesome guide! We even got an ecology lesson about the plants. We weren’t rushed, got to enjoy the day and have a bakery lunch together at the waterfall.”
Kayak Kauai’s Hule’ia River, hike to Hidden Falls, and finish with a motorized canoe ride back—small group, lots of hands-on fun.
“Good trip! Tour guide was very knowledgeable and pointed out a lot of interesting sights! Especially from some well known movies! Hike wasn’t too hard. And kayaking was wonderful.”
Hike two private Kauai waterfalls, photo at 30-foot Bamboo Falls, then swim and climb behind Papakolea Falls in 2 hours.
“Guide was interesting and knowledgeable, fantastic waterfall.”
Kayak up Kauai’s sacred Wailua River, hike to Secret Falls, then cool off and eat a picnic lunch in a hidden valley.
“We had Ryker as our guide and he was phenomenal! He was very patient and attentive with each person in our group - we are a family of 5 with an 18 y/o, 15 y/o and 11 y/o. He was also very knowledgeable about the plants, wildlife, hiking trail and even gave us recommendations of…”
Two secret waterfalls plus a 60-foot swim in Kauai, led by a small-group guide on private land.
“It's tricky to find, leave early. The host waited for us (10 minutes late). We hiked to 2 waterfalls and spent probably 30 minutes swimming at each one. Very interesting facts about the island on the tour. Wonderful experience.”
