Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure
Rainbow Kayak Tours
4.8
Robin S
1 day ago
The trip was a combined kayak/ hike at 7am. We kayaked for 2miles and stopped to begin the hike to the waterfalls. The guide got word more rain had fallen at the top of the mountain causing flooding downstream where we would have to cross making it dangerous. Hiking was canceled. We were served lunch and kayaked back. We received a partial which we thought was fair. Kudos to this company and guide for putting safety first instead of money! We truly appreciated it. It was a great kayak trip!
Rainbow Kayak Tours has been providing guided tours of the Wailua River for 20 years. Our experienced guides are well versed in the flora and fauna of the area, as well as the history of this incredible place.
Departure Point
- 440 Aleka Place, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746. We're located behind Coconut Marketplace in the Aston Islander on the Beach Hotel parking area next to Johnny'z Wingz N Tingz. You can check in at Snorkel Depot.
Return Details
- 440 Aleka Place, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746. We're located behind Coconut Marketplace in the Aston Islander on the Beach Hotel parking area next to Johnny'z Wingz N Tingz. You can check in at Snorkel Depot.
Duration
5 hours - 6 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Wailua River State Park
Highway 56, Wailua, Hawaii
Paddle the majestic Wailua River for 2 miles each way (4 miles total round trip), original home of the first Hawaiians, who paddled 1500 miles from the Marquesas Islands to Kaua`i almost 1500 years ago. Hear the legends and learn about the flora and fauna of Kauai`s most sacred area.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Secret Falls (Uluwehi Falls)
Wailua, Hawaii
After hiking 1 1/2 miles through the rain forest our guides will take clients to Secret Falls also known as Uluwehi Falls. This beautiful waterfall cascades 110 feet into a refreshing swimming hole, where they can go for a dip and enjoy a terrific lunch! You will then hike 1 1/2 miles back to your kayak (3 miles of hiking round trip). TRAIL CONDITIONS CAN VARY DEPENDING ON WEATHER. THERE WILL BE 4 RIVER CROSSINGS WITH LOOSE ROCKS IN RIVER BED THAT YOU WILL NEED TO CROSS AND UNPAVED TRAIL ON YOUR TREK TO THE WATERFALL. AND KEEP IN MIND YOU WILL CROSS THEM ON THE TREK BACK AS WELL. FOOTWEAR IS COMPLETELY SUBMERGED IN WATER DURING YOUR ADVENTURE. Bring Closed Toed Shoes / Reef shoes / Teeva Style Sandals
Duration: 1 hour
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No Recent surgeries or bad knees/ankles/hips.
- No pregnancies at this due to safety concerns.
- Must be 5-70 years old to participate.
- As of February 15, 2026 The State of Hawaii will be charging $5 per person for non resident fee to enter The Wailua Marina. Please be advised guests are responsible for payment at entry by credit card
- Tandem kayaks, paddles, back rests, dry bags
Exclusions
- Footwear - Bring Closed Toed Shoes / Reef shoes / Teeva Style Sandals. NO FLIP FLOPS OR CROCS
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Rainbow Kayak Tours has been providing guided tours of the Wailua River for 20 years. Our experienced guides are well versed in the flora and fauna of the area, as well as the history of this incredible place.
Departure Point
- 440 Aleka Place, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746. We're located behind Coconut Marketplace in the Aston Islander on the Beach Hotel parking area next to Johnny'z Wingz N Tingz. You can check in at Snorkel Depot.
Return Details
- 440 Aleka Place, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746. We're located behind Coconut Marketplace in the Aston Islander on the Beach Hotel parking area next to Johnny'z Wingz N Tingz. You can check in at Snorkel Depot.
Duration
5 hours - 6 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Wailua River State Park
Highway 56, Wailua, Hawaii
Paddle the majestic Wailua River for 2 miles each way (4 miles total round trip), original home of the first Hawaiians, who paddled 1500 miles from the Marquesas Islands to Kaua`i almost 1500 years ago. Hear the legends and learn about the flora and fauna of Kauai`s most sacred area.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Secret Falls (Uluwehi Falls)
Wailua, Hawaii
After hiking 1 1/2 miles through the rain forest our guides will take clients to Secret Falls also known as Uluwehi Falls. This beautiful waterfall cascades 110 feet into a refreshing swimming hole, where they can go for a dip and enjoy a terrific lunch! You will then hike 1 1/2 miles back to your kayak (3 miles of hiking round trip). TRAIL CONDITIONS CAN VARY DEPENDING ON WEATHER. THERE WILL BE 4 RIVER CROSSINGS WITH LOOSE ROCKS IN RIVER BED THAT YOU WILL NEED TO CROSS AND UNPAVED TRAIL ON YOUR TREK TO THE WATERFALL. AND KEEP IN MIND YOU WILL CROSS THEM ON THE TREK BACK AS WELL. FOOTWEAR IS COMPLETELY SUBMERGED IN WATER DURING YOUR ADVENTURE. Bring Closed Toed Shoes / Reef shoes / Teeva Style Sandals
Duration: 1 hour
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No Recent surgeries or bad knees/ankles/hips.
- No pregnancies at this due to safety concerns.
- Must be 5-70 years old to participate.
- As of February 15, 2026 The State of Hawaii will be charging $5 per person for non resident fee to enter The Wailua Marina. Please be advised guests are responsible for payment at entry by credit card
- Tandem kayaks, paddles, back rests, dry bags
Exclusions
- Footwear - Bring Closed Toed Shoes / Reef shoes / Teeva Style Sandals. NO FLIP FLOPS OR CROCS
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Rainbow Kayak Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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Robin S
The trip was a combined kayak/ hike at 7am. We kayaked for 2miles and stopped to begin the hike to the waterfalls. The guide got word more rain had fallen at the top of the mountain causing flooding downstream where we would have to cross making it dangerous. Hiking was canceled. We were served lunch and kayaked back. We received a partial which we thought was fair. Kudos to this company and guide for putting safety first instead of money! We truly appreciated it. It was a great kayak trip!
H392NUlizf
What a great way to spend the morning, kayaking and hiking to an incredible waterfall and back. We did the earliest trip leaving at 7am and the early hour was ideal - fewer people on the trail and at the falls.
Our guide Thomas was great - laid back, knowledgeable, interesting, fun guy. The office provided wet bags, walking sticks, water, snacks, and lunch - we recommend bringing your own water bottle and not consuming more plastic bottled water. And don’t bother bringing much since you’ll be carrying it from the river to the waterfall in the wet bags that convert to backpacks.
Definitely have shoes with some grip though they’ll get muddy and the trail is slick so you need to navigate with care. We encountered people of all ages along the way and expect those who are a bit more fit and able will enjoy it more since it’s a lot of paddling and some scrambling to the waterfall.
Loved going into the waterfall as well - powerful and refreshing!
Great trip, great guide. great experience - recommend!
barbararF5326QO
Amazing trip with our guide Thomas- he was knowledgeable, helpful and fixed a beautiful lunch by the waterfall. The kayaking was easy though there was some wind on the return trip. The trek to the waterfall was muddy and bumpy at times 2 or 3 river crossings so listen to them when they say wear good shoes . NOthing beats getting in the river near the waterfall
eduardo_d
This is a wonderful experience. We believe it was better to take the 7am tour to avoid crowds and hot weather on the river. It is a workout especially the kayak portion if you're not used to it. The waterfall was spectacular and refreshing! Tom was a great host, very knowledgable & fun. Definitely worth the time & money as it was one of the better tours we did on the island!
M3273KNpamr
Great tour. Tour guide Thomas was wonderful!
Kayaking was easy for all in group (6 of us). I was a little nervous about the hike as one of our group has issues with balance (and given many comments in other reviews). It was very muddy and have to walk through streams, but he had walking sticks which made it very doable. If balance is an issue, bring walking sticks. Also, Thomas had some wood walking sticks which were great for others who wanted to use them, and highly recommend.
Just FYI - the first stream crossing is the hardest. After that, no problem. Also, the mud was the worst at the start. Then it gets much better, and there are wood walking paths for much of the way. So don't panic if you find the beginning tough to navigate.
It was a great outing and we loved it!