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Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak & Hike with River Paddle★ 4.78 (1,649) · 4h 30m
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Kauai Lihue: Private Waterfalls Hike & Swim with Local Guide★ 4.93 (120) · 1h 30m–2h
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Kauai: Waterfall Kayak & Zipline Safari with Lunch★ 4.89 (151) · 6h 30m
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Kauai hiking and photography: 2–3 hours with a guideA guided hiking and photography activity on Kauai that takes 2–3 hours depending on your group's fitness level. Your guide leads you to mountain cliffs and sacred saltwater baths, photographs you throughout, and provides 15 edited photos afterward. The hike is tailored to your abilities; confirm your reservation 24 hours before departure.Is it for me?Book this if you want your hike documented without carrying a camera or stopping to pose—the guide handles the photography while you focus on the trail and the views. Confirm 24 hours ahead so the operator can match the route to your group's fitness level.
Kauai Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls: guided Wailua River tourThis guided kayaking and hiking tour on Kauai takes you up the Wailua River to Uluwehi Falls (Secret Falls), a 100-foot waterfall where you swim and rest. A professional guide leads the five-hour outing, sharing Hawaiian history and legends as you paddle sacred waterways and hike through forest terrain. The tour includes all gear, a dry bag for your phone, and snacks at the falls; you'll need moderate fitness and secure hiking shoes, and the tour departs immediately after check-in with no late arrivals allowed.Is it for me?Paddle through sacred waterways with a guide who shares the river's myths and legends—the smaller group means you'll experience the lush valley and falls without the crowds of larger tours.
Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Hike: KauaiWailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Guided Hike is a 5-hour activity on Kauai combining river paddling in a double kayak, a rainforest hike with stream crossings, and swimming at the base of a 120-foot waterfall, with lunch and all gear provided. The guide is state-certified in water safety. Children from age 6 are welcome, and the pace is unhurried—you set the paddle speed and the hike follows the trail at your own rhythm.Is it for me?The 5-hour commitment and moderate physical demands—paddling, hiking on muddy uneven ground with stream crossings, and swimming—suit active travelers comfortable in water and on a trail. The fixed departure times mean you choose the morning or afternoon slot that works for your Kauai itinerary, and the guide handles the route and safety so you focus on paddling and hiking.
Huleia River Kayak & Hike Kauai: Tandem Paddles to WaterfallsThis activity combines kayaking and hiking on Kauai's Huleia River, where you paddle a tandem kayak into the jungle, hike three-quarters of a mile to hidden waterfalls and swimming holes, then return by traditional motorized Hawaiian canoe. Expert local guides lead groups of 4 to 12 people; the tour runs 3.5 hours and includes the kayak, cold water, and all local taxes. Children from age 5 are welcome when accompanied by a parent or guardian.Is it for me?Book this if you want paddling and hiking combined in one outing—you'll kayak upriver, then return by motorized canoe so you finish refreshed rather than exhausted.
Kuilau Ridge nature scavenger hunt: self-guided hike on KauaiKuilau Ridge nature scavenger hunt is a self-guided 2.5-mile hike on Kauai where you follow Creative Missions on your phone while a live guide coaches you remotely via WhatsApp. The trail climbs gently through wet, muddy terrain to panoramic views of the Makaleha Mountains and Mount Waialeale, with a picnic table and ʻōhiʻa forest at the midpoint. You'll need your own car to reach the trailhead and a smartphone with WhatsApp to stay connected to your guide. The hike ends near the Wailua River, where you can rinse off before heading back.Is it for me?This is a self-guided hike, so you move at your own pace with a remote guide on your phone rather than walking with a group or a person in front of you. It suits anyone who wants to slow down and notice the landscape closely, but not those looking for a social group experience or a faster-paced adventure—if you want more energy and company, Creative Soul Scavenger Hunts also runs a Hanalei experience.
Kauai: Wailua River Kayak & Secret Falls Hike with PickupYou paddle up the Wailua River with a local guide, pass through historic Hawaiian waters, then hike through rainforest to a 120-foot cascade. The tour includes kayak, life jacket, snacks, water, and shuttle pickup from Coconut Marketplace—no parking fees, no experience required. Plan for a moderate day: 4 miles of paddling and 2.5 miles of hiking on uneven, often muddy terrain.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to paddle and hike without arranging parking or transport—the shuttle and included fees handle that. Expect a moderate day: 4 miles of paddling and 2.5 miles of hiking on uneven, often muddy terrain, which is what gets you to the waterfall most visitors miss.
Wailua River Kayak, Hike & Waterfall Picnic on KauaiKayak up Kauai's sacred Wailua River in a two-person tandem kayak with a guide, then hike through the rain forest to 100-foot Uluwehi Falls for a swim and picnic lunch. The outing runs 5.5 hours with groups capped at 12 people, and includes the kayak, paddles, dry bag, lunch, water and juice. Minimum age is 5; the hike is moderately strenuous and typically muddy, and the paddle covers roughly 2 miles each way.Is it for me?The tour launches from Wailua Marina, so you need your own transport there—no hotel pickup. If you're staying elsewhere on Kauai without a rental car, arrange a ride in advance or budget for a taxi; once you arrive at the marina, the guide handles the rest of the day, from the paddle route to the hike timing to the lunch setup, so the whole outing holds together without you building it.
Hiking Tour Kauai — what to know before booking
This guide compares 10 bookable options for Hiking Tour Kauai, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 93. The average rating is 4.8 out of 5, based on 5,766 traveler reviews.
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. 10 of the 10 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Hiking Tour Kauai cost?
Prices start at US$ 93. There are 10 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 10 of the 10 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Kauai: Secret Falls Kayak & Hike with River Paddle is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.8 out of 5 across 1,649 reviews.
