Self-Guided Wailua River Kayak Rental
Paddle Wailua River and hike to Secret Falls at your own pace
Includes
Kayak rental, private parking
Highlights
- Paddle 2 miles upriver with views of the Sleeping Giant
- Hike a moderately rated rainforest trail just under 1 mile to the falls
- Swim, take photos, or enjoy a picnic at the waterfall
- Navigate a muddy trail and stream crossing on the way to the falls
- Park in complimentary private parking beside Wailua River State Park
Know before you go
- Check in Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
- Ages 5+ only; basic swimming skills are required
- Requires physical fitness and comfort with moderate kayaking and hiking
- No pregnancy, recent surgeries, or hip, shoulder, knee, or back issues
- No wheelchairs, casts, or braces
- Wear footwear that straps securely to your feet; flip-flops and Crocs are not allowed
- Expect a $5 per-person Wailua River State Park entry fee not included in the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 48+ hours ahead for a full refund less a 10% cancellation fee. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours. Full refund if the operator cancels due to inclement weather.
FAQs
Wear a swimsuit under light clothing. Bring food and beverages, towels, a camera, sun protection, and mosquito repellent. Wear footwear that straps securely to your feet; flip-flops and Crocs are not allowed.
Service animals require proper documentation.
Meeting details
180 Wailua Rd., Kapaa, HI 96746
Related locations
Wailua River State Park
Admission includedPaddling up the Wailua River, the only navigable river in Hawaii, you enter a world of draping vines, volcanic ridgelines, and air thick with the scent of tropical growth. Wailua River State Park stretches across Kauaʻi's eastern shore, encompassing sacred ground that Hawaiians once considered among the most spiritually significant on the island. The park rewards those who slow down and look closely, from moss-covered lava stones to the quiet pull of the current beneath your kayak.
